When you think of Cartier, their longstanding history in Jewelry probably comes to mind. But, they also have a renowned reputation for making timeless and elegant timepieces for just over 100 years.
The Tank Louis is without question their most well-known model, but the story doesn't end there. Beyond their Tank line are numerous executions - many produced in very limited quantities - that are quite literally some of the most beautiful timepieces ever made.
This particular example, a Tonneau model, dates to circa 1980s and features a 26mm 18k yellow gold case with a wildly cool, curved crystal, a lovely white guilloche Paris signed dial with printed 'Roman' indices, a matching blued-steel 'sword' handset, and Cartier’s ubiquitous sapphire cabochon crown.
This piece is powered by a hand-cranking movement and comes fitted to a signed black leather strap with a matching gold tone ardillon pin buckle.As effortlessly comfortable as it is elegant, this piece is appropriate for virtually any wrist.
A Tank is always a winning pick — but choosing something slightly off the beaten path like this Tonneau, with its stunning curved design, signals a particularly refined level of taste.