If I am being honest I wouldn't even be a buyer of any of those watches even at the low estimate nevermind what they actually achieved. As I think I may of mentioned a couple of times before this is what happens when governments just magic money into exis
Was really interested in this watch, but find it impossible to justify at this price. It’s more than the VC American 36.5mm 😮 I wonder who’s the client at this price for such a simple watch. If you really appreciate it might make more sense to go vintage.
I’ve always felt it wasn’t “special enough”. Obviously it’s a limited edition and priced accordingly, but the case shape is a little too similar every other tank - in the current line up, it closely resembles the tank LC and must, a little too close. Dial
contrary to the yellow gold version, the platinum one is a tad versatile, monochromatic and could be worn easily without grabbing attention. In modern terms, this is considered 'small watch' but I think it is quite refined and subtle. the multi-curved sap
Arguably, Cartier was the first modern watch designer. Here was a brand that was started with the first modern design based on industrial machinery: the aeroplane and the tank. Both were machines of the modern age: increased speed; transportable destructi
A selection of notable pieces from the Cartier collection. Above: Cartier sales ledger c.1875-76 Above: Enamelled pendant watches, Cartier Paris, c. 1874 Above: Brooch watch, c. 1880 Above: Pair of Cartier tonneau wristwatches, c. 1908 and 1911 (top and b