Cartier was founded in 1847 and produced their first watch in 1904 – created for Louis’ Cartier’s friend, who was a Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. This piece is now incredibly infamous, and can be seen worn by many around the globe.
They have been innovative and creative with all their designs, and it shows – when you look at yourself wearing their watches, you really understand the detail, the craftsmanship, and the skills of the watchmakers work. With each of them being seamlessly blended together, it allows for the different materials and creative elements to portray their work in fashionable and luxurious style.
What are some of the best Cartier watches to buy?
1. TANK SOLO WATCH, XL, STEEL, LEATHERTANK SOLO WATCH, XL, STEEL, LEATHER
3. RONDE SOLO DE CARTIER WATCH, 42 MM, STEEL
4. RONDE SOLO DE CARTIER WATCH, 42 MM, 18K PINK GOLD, STEEL, LEATHER
6. DRIVE DE CARTIER MOON PHASES 41MM MENS WATCH
1. TANK SOLO WATCH, XL, STEEL, LEATHER
Why is this Cartier watch special? This stunning Cartier timepiece, is part of the Tank family in which the prototype was first presented to, General Pershing of the American Army during World War I. It just highlights the simplicity which it holds, but also allows for the elegance and character to radiate throughout.
Lux Horology’s favourite three features this watch includes?
First of all, we want to touch upon the beauty of the square design, in which this Cartier timepiece holds. The square/ rectangle design, is the reason behind the simplicity and the fact that it attracts the eyes of many – not only that, but it compliments the dial, Roman numerals as well as the blue steeled sword-shaped hands.
Additionally, another feature which this watch comes equipped with, is the automatic movement – so you can be sure that it’ll always be ticking by your side. Designed for the sophisticated man, but the man who doesn’t mind breaking into his more adventurous side once in a while. It’s the perfect dress watch for all formal occasions.
Lastly, the 30m water resistant depth allows you to attend that meeting in the morning, but it means you can be hiking the mountain terrain in the afternoon. For such a stunning dress watch, it’s impressive that you can explore all environments with it.
2. PASHA DE CARTIER, 41MM
Why is this Cartier watch special?
A beautiful timepiece which displays it’s luxurious style in elegant fashion – including their wonderful creative elements, to go along with their exquisite designs which are on par with the plethora of functionalities in which it comes with. Don’t you want a stunning piece which also allows you to explore and venture out into new walks of life? Then this is the perfect companion, designed for the sophisticated yet bold character.
Lux Horology’s favourite three features this watch includes?
The automatic movement which comes equipped with this timepiece, means you can always be on the go – so whether you’re in a meeting in the morning, and have a formal event to attend to in the afternoon, you’ll be covered with the multipurpose and functional uses in which it holds.
Additionally, the impressive 100m water resistant depth further highlights the incredible functionality the stunning dress watch holds. The powerful but elegant look links to the idea of the water and the feeling whilst testing it’s limits.
Last but not least, the classy touch of materials which have been used are what brings this piece together in a fashionable but luxurious style. In particular, the blue Alligator strap, which compliments the 18ct yellow gold case beautifully – all whilst keeping it simplistic but shining that luxury throughout.
3. RONDE SOLO DE CARTIER WATCH, 42 MM, STEEL
Why is this Cartier watch special?
This stylish and elegant looking timepiece is the perfect everyday companion – robust in structure and complimentary in design. Useful functionalities allow this watch to stand the test of time, but also to keep that Cartier quality to the highest of standards, and it’s evident throughout all their watches – and this is no exception.
Lux Horology’s favourite three features this watch includes?
The stainless steel case and bracelet reinforces the fact of it’s robust structure and the durability in which will prove majorly beneficial towards the longevity of it. You can enjoy your adventurous lifestyle all whilst being confident in it’s ability to maintain precision timekeeping.
As well as the robustness – this Cartier watch has a useful 30m water resistant depth, perfect for when the unexpected situation arises. Not only that, it means you can have full confidence in the reliability of your watch.
Lastly, is the self-winding mechanical movement calibre Cartier 049 – which means you can understand the longevity and reliability it will hold, allowing you to create memories whilst wearing this watch, for years to come.
4. RONDE SOLO DE CARTIER WATCH, 42 MM, 18K PINK GOLD, STEEL, LEATHER
Why is this Cartier watch special?
Presented in signature style which has been implemented in with the classical look – simplistic but full of life, and ready to be worn for years to come. A perfect timepiece, which is meant for your collection, taking grasp of the preservation and storing of the heritage and history of which Cartier holds. The character this watch holds mostly comes from the dial, maintaining it’s dominance in the centre despite all of the extravagant materials and colours gin on around it.
Lux Horology’s favourite three features this watch includes?
The 18ct rose gold case ensures you of the quality in which it holds, and it also allows you to understand why the price tag is what it is. The use of rose gold, adds character and definition to the timepiece, but also means it will be robust even in the most strenuous of situations.
As well as this, the 30m water resistant depth backs up the claim of the robustness and durability – allowing you to not only experience the formal dressage side of it, but also explore nature and the different environments around you… after all, it’s capable of withstanding those climates etc. So what are you waiting for? Test it’s limits, in luxurious style.
If we take a look at the finer details on this watch, we notice the blued-steel sword-shaped hands. A perfect touch on an exquisite timepiece – it allows for that extra bit of character and is almost like the last piece of the puzzle, without it, the dial wouldn’t be able to stand out as much.
5. PASHA DE CARTIER, 41MM
Why is this Cartier watch special?
An exquisite display of watchmaking skills in a luxurious fashion – the open view dial highlighting the skeletonised bridges is the focal point of this timepiece and allows you to understand the complexity in order to create such a piece. Designed for the bold, strong man, who wants to carry forth the heritage this watch holds… being first released in 1985. It holds a powerful look which shines in the light, attracting the eyes of many.
Lux Horology’s favourite three features this watch includes?
One of the features this watch holds, is the unique bracelet and case style in which they have adopted, it almost seems as if it’s disconnected as to where the usual common lugs would be located. This in turn allows for an almost floating illusion style centre piece, which highlights the skeleton movement inside. Truly wonderful on and off the wrist, allowing light to flow freely through.
In addition to this, this Pasha de Cartier comes equipped with stainless steel – which is being used for the bracelet and case, ensuring you of the high quality materials involved. This means you can wear the watch for years to come and not have to worry about its durability and longevity.
Lastly, is the 30m water resistant depth in which allows you to explore all whilst being confident in it’s ability to withstand the surrounding environments.
6. DRIVE DE CARTIER MOON PHASES 41MM MENS WATCH
Why is this Cartier watch special?
Last but not least on the list, is the Drive de Cartier timepiece which displays it’s luxurious essence in true Cartier style – including a moonphase and it’s unique cushion shaped case. The uniqueness is what makes this watch special, you can enjoy the use of its functionalities all whilst enjoying the stunning aesthetics – which is something Cartier is proud to hold pride upon, their creative elements and the idea of bringing to life these spectacular pieces. Why is the price this high? Well that’s probably the fact that it is made out of 18ct rose gold… and because it’s a Cartier.
Lux Horology’s favourite three features this watch includes?
Holding an automatic calibre 1904-LU MC movement – which is truly impressive as it was designed and created entirely in-house, meaning it will only need a manual one-day adjustment every 125 years… so our guess, is that you don’t need to worry about it’s reliability.
Additionally, the 18ct rose gold case ensures you of the high quality materials which are being used throughout – and is a factor as to why the price is £16,000. Maintaining robustness on watch like this, is important for the longevity and durability, so you can be confident to explore all types of adventures with it.
Finally, is the moonphase which this watch comes equipped with – which adds so much character to the dial, allowing for the cushion shaped case to be complimented perfectly with something else going on.
