Today's offering showcases this mens midsize vermeil Cartier Tank watch with diamond encrusted case. It has an iconic tank case, classic Roman dial, gold epee hands, sapphire topped crown, and mechanical Cartier movement.
Before cost-cutting measures brought about the widespread use of cheaper quartz movements for many wristwatches, Cartier contracted with watch manufacturers to produce mechanical movements designed to last a lifetime. Using traditional watchmaking practices, these gifted craftsmen poured individual attention into each wristwatch. As a result, mens Cartier wristwatches with mechanical movements are often more sought after by collectors than their quartz counterparts.
Originally designed for men by today's standard it could also be worn well by a woman.
It has just finished a true expert restoration and presents in beautiful condition. The diamonds have been previously added by a jeweler.
As part of the restoration one of our watchmakers has just fully disassembled the movement down to the last screw and cleaned and oiled it.
For the finishing touch it has been equipped with a new leather strap making it ready for immediate enjoyment.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
- Manufacturer: Cartier
- Country of origin: Switzerland
- Model: Tank Mechanical
- Serial no.: 6,185,152
- Functions: Hours and Minutes
- Designed for: Mens
- Case material: 18K gold plating over sterling silver with diamonds previously added by a jeweler (non-Cartier)
- Case markings (outside): Cartier, Paris, SWISS, official Cartier registration numbers
- Case condition: Presents as just short of mint - gold plating has been redone. There are two small marks on the right side of the case. Overall a 9.7 out of 10.
- Dial: Black with gilt Roman numerals, secret Cartier signature at 7, perfect refinishing
- Dimensions: 23.5mm wide (excluding crown), 31mm long lug tip-to-tip
- Hands: Original, gold 'epees'
- Movement type: Cartier caliber 78-1, mechanical, manually wound
- Jewels: 17 rubies
- Crystal: Mineral glass, mint condition
- Band: Leather (aftermarket - non-Cartier), alligator grain, brand new and unworn previously equipped with aftermarket Cartier style buckle. Note that the current band on the watch slightly differs in grain pattern from what is shown in the photos.
- Serviced: As part of the restoration one of our watchmakers has just fully disassembled the movement down to the last screw and cleaned and oiled it.
- Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
- Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
