Cartier

Cartier Men's W1018355 Tank Solo Stainless Steel Black Leather Watch

• Swiss Made watch with Cartier Calibre 690 Swiss-quartz movement
• Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal; Case diameter: 27 mm
• Solid rectangular polished stainless steel case with genuine black alligator leather strap

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

With an ultra-flat crystal face, silvered opaline-white dial, and a smooth black alligator strap, this Tank Solo watch from Cartier epitomizes style and elegance. The Tank Solo timepiece features satin-finished stainless steel, including a 27-millimeter case, bezel, deployment-buckle clasp, and circular-grained crown with a spinel cabochon. Through a scratch-resistant sapphire window, the dial has Roman-numeral hour markers and sword-shaped blue steel hands. Powered by Cartier's own Calibre 690 Swiss-quartz with two-hand movement, this breathtaking men's watch 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: 6.9 x 5.9 x 4.6 inches ; 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000SBL72Q
• Item model number: W1018355
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #45,644 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

44 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Extremely Disappointing, October 1, 2009

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mbinla (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Cartier Men's W1018355 Tank Solo Stainless Steel Black Leather Watch (Watch)

Extremely disappointing. I feel that the website/product detail page misrepresents the item.

The condition of the packaging and the presentation of the watch was unacceptable. The watch's presentation box arrived in a protective white box that clearly had been previously opened and resealed numerous times as indicated by the general condition and jaggedly cut scotch tape. Inside this box was a scuffed red presentation box and instructional DVD and manual folio. This folio was missing the traditional certificate of authenticity/warranty card from the manufacturer, Cartier. The watch itself was also in what appeared to be used condition: 1) the band was oddly bent/folded and looked worn; 2) a cheap plastic had been wrapped around the face - clearly for protection but jarringly disturbing and unlikely the way Cartier would have shipped to a dealer.

It is my belief that this watch was either a customer return, acquired by Amazon.com through `grey market' channels or both. I have since learned that Amazon.com is not an authorized reseller of Cartier timepieces. Admittedly, I should have researched this better prior to buying from Amazon.

I promptly returned and went to my local Cartier boutique to get the watch. The peace of mind in knowing I have an authentic Cartier timepiece covered under the manufacturer warranty and service guarantee is far more valuable to me than the savings.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Quality, Price, November 24, 2010

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Bob Mayers - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Cartier Men's W1018355 Tank Solo Stainless Steel Black Leather Watch (Watch)

I bought this watch for myself last year for Christmas. It looks brand new almost a year later, great quality. I get complements all the time about this well styled watch. The price is less than half the white gold watch but you can not tell the difference. Good opportunity to own a Cartier at a reasonable price. One of the other reviewers must be a Cartier dealer.