Cartier

Cartier Midsize W1018255 Tank Solo Stainless Steel Leather Strap Watch

• Swiss Made watch with Cartier Calibre 157 Swiss-quartz movement
• Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal; Case diameter: 23 mm
• Solid rectangular polished stainless steel case with genuine black alligator leather strap

Product Description

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Set in a striking 23-millimeter, polished stainless steel case, this Tank Solo watch from Cartier is the pinnacle of luxury. An elegant choice for women and men, the Tank Solo features a stainless steel bezel, deployment buckle and circular-grained crown set with a spinel cabochon. Through a scratch-resistant sapphire window, the opaline white dial has bold Roman-numeral hour markers and sword-shaped blue steel hands. The smooth black strap is made of alligator. Powered by Cartier's own Cablibre 157 Swiss-quartz with two-hand movement, this silver-toned timepiece is also water resistant to 99 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 4.8 inches ; 1.8 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000SBKFQ0
• Item model number: W1018255
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #38,441 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful Authentic Watch for a great price, August 13, 2008

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A. Garcia "A. Garcia" (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Cartier Midsize W1018255 Tank Solo Stainless Steel Leather Strap Watch (Watch)

This is a great purchase for someone who knows what they want and don't need the fuss of going to their local Cartier dealer to get it. If you feel the additional price tag is somehow worth it - fine, but otherwise you are still getting the same craftsmanship, brand, and quality that you would expect from Cartier while still getting a good deal. Amazon was great as always!

As for a review of this particular item - I really liked that it was a lightweight leather band as opposed to a stiff band. The clasp is a little tight on the first couple of uses, but that is to be expected. It is a perfect business/day watch and was exactly the classic look I was hoping it would be.