We just have the Cartier logo, and an hour and minute hand oh, and tiny Swiss Made writing down at the bottom lest we forget. For this new release, Cartier has gone with three colors: burgundy, blue, and green.
These are lacquered dials, so they will likely give off a rich, deep appearance in the metal. Each variant of the watch comes with a matching alligator strap. The brand refers to the case size of these watches as its Large model. It will be interesting to see how the combination of these colors with work with this size.
The stainless steel case features a crown set with a blue synthetic spinel cabochon. There's not much more to be said about these watches that can't be gleaned by just looking at them, which is kind of the point. Paying homage to the original Tank, and the monochrome Must de Cartier watches of the '80s, these new Tank Must watches bring a punch of color into The Tank Must Watch.
Case size: Large. Sapphire crystal. NikkisABagGirl said:. I thought the Must pieces were vermeil and therefore less costly. May 23, 44, 77, G-orgeous H-eaven.
Les Must de Cartier dates from the early s and we can thank the line for their diversification into bags, briefcases, scarves and other non jewelled luxury goods as well as more fashion conscious pieces. I don't mind vintage Les Must pieces at all, especially the tri-coloured gold pieces. You must log in or register to reply here.
Register on TPF! This sidebar then disappears and there are less ads! The change in tradition provided a more modest entry point to the luxury brand. While the gold plating preserved the outward appearance of the Cartier watch.
The bold move generated shock waves through the industry at the time, as well winning over a totally new customer base for Cartier. In response to the popularity of the early pieces, additional models were released in a variety of sizes, finishes and dial colours. Click here to view the collection. Resembling most closely the Tank L. Although more minimalist dials also existed. The new Tank Must stays true in respect to these details. However, in terms of case material, stainless steel defines the character of this latest collection.
This is not altogether out of sync with the original, with the metal being one of the alternative finishes offered. Common to all three are the beaded crown set with synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel, a silvered dial and blued-steel hands. Within ticks the self-winding mechanical calibre MC. While the large and small models are quartz-powered.
Again, in line with the original collection released. Each of the three Tank Must models are accompanied by either a steel bracelet or black grained calfskin strap. In a nod to the original, the leather straps of the large and small models have a steel ardillon buckle. The Cartier Tank is quite possibly the most iconic rectangular wristwatch, matched only in its longevity and enduring appeal by the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso.
The Tank Must de Cartier was born in , in the throes of the quartz crisis. The Tank Must de Cartier borrowed the shape of the Tank Louis Cartier — whereas the brancards of the original were flat, those of the Tank Louis Cartier are gently rounded. I am a fan of the new collection. Not only is the Must de Cartier probably the most recognizable of the Tank range, but the new watches are handsome and a surprisingly good value proposition.
The new Tank Must de Cartier is a comprehensive family that is sure to become a bestseller — not only is there a model at every price point, from entry-level steel to more glitzy diamond-paved variants, but the models are also available in a dizzying number of sizes and movement configurations. The classic silver-dialed model with Roman numerals, railroad minutes track, and blued steel hands is available in steel in three sizes: small, large, and extra-large.
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