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Cartier Midsize W10072R6 Must 21 Stainless Steel and 18K Gold Watch

• Swiss Made watch with Cartier Swiss-quartz movement
• Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal; Case diameter: 31 mm
• Solid stainless steel and 18k yellow gold case and bracelet; Stainless steel stationary bezel with engraved gold detailed roman numerals

Product Description

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The Cartier Midsize Must 21 Stainless Steel and 18K Gold Watch allures with its simple yet luxurious stainless steel and gold design. Perfect with casual or formal attire, this striking midsize men's timepiece from Cartier features a round silver dial and a gold outer dial with Roman-numeral indexes. The case and band are constructed from stainless steel, with 18-karat yellow gold accents. Powered by a Cartier Swiss-quartz movement, the elegant Must 21 timepiece is water resistant to 330 feet.

The Cartier Story

The name Cartier is synonymous with luxury, quality, and style. Founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier, the company became renowned worldwide for its design and production of beautiful jewelry and opulent objets d'art. A royal commission in 1904 made Cartier a supplier to Europe's Crowned Heads of State and led England's King Edward VII to describe Louis Cartier, grandson of the founder, as the jeweler of Kings, the King among jewellers.

By the early 20th century, Cartier had expanded its collection to include watches. At a time when pocket watches were still considered de rigueur for the distinguished gentleman, Cartier helped popularize the wristwatch, making it a bold fashion statement for men and women as well as a status symbol among the well-to-do. Louis Cartier is credited with creating the first men's wristwatch, the Santos, in 1904. He developed and named the watch for his client and friend, the Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who needed a device that would allow him to read the time without taking his hands off the controls of his airplane.

Other classic designs followed, including Cartier's signature timepiece--the Tank--which debuted in 1917 during the First World War and was inspired by the tough new war machine the Americans introduced to the fighting in Europe. Cartier's first water-resistant watch was named after the Pasha of Marrakesh, who requested that Cartier create watch that he could wear while in his swimming pool and not lose track of time.

And while it is known more for its luxurious design, Cartier is also credited with creating the highly functional deployment folding clasp in 1910, which is now used by watchmakers around the globe.

Modern Cartier watchmakers still base their watch designs on the early fundamentals developed by Louis Cartier. Treasured by collectors, Cartier watches are distinguished by their impressive variety of shapes (round, square, oval, Tank, Tortue and Tonneau), by their exceptional materials and workmanship, and by their recognizable Cartier aesthetic, an elegant blend of classic and modern design.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.1 x 5.5 x 4.7 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B000GFIB96
• Item model number: W10072R6
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #41,725 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "....simple elegance at its finest. " ~JC Angelcraft, May 23, 2008

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JC Angelcraft "Joe" (Orange County, Mazatlan, Durango, Guadalajara) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cartier Midsize W10072R6 Must 21 Stainless Steel and 18K Gold Watch (Watch)

When I received my Cartier Men's Midsize Must 21 Watch #10072R6 last Christmas I must admit that I was a bit surprised. It has since become my favorite watch. What I like most about this Cartier Men's Midsize 21 is that it is not ostentatious and can wear it anywhere. The watch also rests gently on the wrist and is not overly cumbersome like some other luxury watches. It is simple elegance at its finest. ~JC Angelcraft