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Cartier Men's W31077U2 Pasha Seatimer Automatic Stainless Steel and Rubber Watch

• Swiss Made watch with Cartier Calibre 049 Swiss-automatic movement; Functions without a battery; Powers automatically with the movement of your arms
• Scratch-resistant-sapphire crystal; Case diameter: 40.5 mm
• Solid round stainless steel case with stainless steel bracelet covered in black rubber

Product Description

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Fashionable and athletic, the Cartier Men's Pasha Seatimer Automatic Stainless Steel and Rubber Watch #W31077U2 is a distinctive addition to any wardrobe. Featuring a black face with stylized Arabic numerals at three, six, nine, and 12 o'clock, a square second tracker, and a convenient date window between four and five o'clock--all protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal--this automatic watch is set to complement all your favorite suits. This luxurious, stainless steel timepiece also showcases a unidirectional bezel with engraved Arabic numeral markers, a 40.5-millimeter case accented with a prominent crown, and a bracelet band held in place by a fold-over clasp with a double push-button safety. This watch 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

• Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0019Z1XOC
• Item model number: W31077U2
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #23,561 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pasha Seatimer Watch, February 21, 2008

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M.A. Lo - See all my reviews

I have a number of very nice watches in my collection, and my Pasha Seatimer undoubtedly receives the most compliments. The 40.5mm case is absolutely perfectly sized for a medium/large wrist, and doesn't overwhelm the senses like the 45mm watches you now see on the market. The weight is heavy so you are always aware of the watch, and despite being fairly unassuming, the look gives off an imposing masculine appearance that grabs attention. Power reserve is approximately 30 hours or so, and I use a regular watch winder to keep it synced when I alternate watches. I have yet to meet anyone else on the street that has one, so there is a sense of originality that will set you apart from the masses.

3 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A special timepiece, October 11, 2011

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C. G. Calvosa "music gormandizer" (NYC & South FL, USA) - See all my reviews
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I'm a watch junkie. There are really no two ways about it. I love timepieces, and I always have since I was 12 or 13 years old. You'll never find me without a watch on my wrist or in my pocket. If I had a lottery windfall I would surely head to the nearest high-end watch boutique to do some heavy damage. I think a Patek Philippe and/or a Jaeger-LeCoultre would certainly be in order. However, the reality check is that I don't have that kind of money, and I can't drop $20,000 on a watch. Despite its diminutive price tag in comparison, the Cartier watch I purchased was a splurge for me, a splurge I've waited and squirreled away money to purchase for many years. When I saw this new model in the Pasha line, I knew the time had come to act.

I am happy I made the purchase because the watch has a unique look. It is different than the other watches in my burgeoning collection, and it embodies what I love about Cartier watches, particularly the Pasha models. Namely, it has a lovely, simple, open design on its face, and I like the contrast of the white-on-black numbering. The band is also quite unique with its silky rubberized feel. Most of my fine watches are chronographs, but this watch is a departure from that trend. I find I don't miss the added functionality. Most of the time the unidirectional bezel timer is all I need.

Would this be a good watch for someone else? It's hard to say because the appeal of a timepiece is so individualized. However, for me, I really love this. It is not something that I see others wearing, even in a big city like New York, and it speaks to the simplicity that I seek and value in life. However, more than anything else, it makes me feel special to wear such a lovely piece of jewelry, and I feel privileged and thankful that I was able to buy it.