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wesdaniel · 12 July 2020, 12:57 PM

Just curious to hear some general opinions on Cartier watches.

I've had a Pasha de Cartier for several years that's never been one of my favorites, but, recently got the new blue Santos and I love it.

I tried on the Ballon Bleu last weekend as really liked that as well. If the blue dial Ballon Bleu came on a bracelet, I probably would have bought it.

WatchEater666 · 12 July 2020, 01:07 PM

Wish the santos had an exhibition case back otherwise I'd own one!

wesdaniel · 12 July 2020, 01:16 PM

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Wish the santos had an exhibition case back otherwise I'd own one!

I agree on this totally. I with the Ballon Bleu had one as well! If it did, I definitely would have bought it last weekend!

oconnorandrew64 · 12 July 2020, 01:28 PM

Great dress watches and lovely dials - I have the Balon Bleau on strap.

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ped013 · 12 July 2020, 01:28 PM

I think some of what Cartier does is fantastic and iconic. I'm not a fan of the Ballon Bleu myself, but if I were going to buy a watch for my wife and myself, I'd buy her a Tank and a Santos for myself. I really like the Santos and I think the Tank is perhaps the most iconic ladies watch.

Rolex taste....Timex budget

oconnorandrew64 · 12 July 2020, 01:41 PM

The AD also gives you Cartier champagne haha

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Pongster · 12 July 2020, 03:54 PM

I like cartier

my sea (pasha seatimer) air (santos galbee) land (calibre de cartier) cartier trio

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swatty · 12 July 2020, 04:05 PM

I do like some references. An added bonus is that you can walk into a store and actually buy one

mongrelnomoad · 12 July 2020, 06:19 PM

Fabulous watches, great pedigree, awesome bang for your buck, often look like nothing else out there.

ap1 · 12 July 2020, 10:10 PM

The Santos line is fabulous

GoingPlaces · 12 July 2020, 10:13 PM

Had a couple early in my watch years and sold them. Really like the new Santos, probably one of the best value propositions.

Pw92676 · 12 July 2020, 10:14 PM

I have a Tank and while appreciate it a lot, I don’t wear it much. I do like the Santos, especially newer line, and have considered trading the Tank towards one but: 1) I don’t have box/papers for Tank so won’t get a lot for it and it would make sense to add not trade 2) if I did have it I wonder if I’d also appreciate it more than actually wearing it.

Nonetheless, I like Cartier and highly respect them. Wonderful brand that I keep on my radar.

wesdaniel · 13 July 2020, 01:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Pw92676

if I did have it I wonder if I’d also appreciate it more than actually wearing it.

Nonetheless, I like Cartier and highly respect them. Wonderful brand that I keep on my radar.

That's exactly where I am with my Santos. I LOVE it - I think it's a beautiful watch. I just don't wear it as often as I would like. But, I have several watches that fit that description - my Montblanc perpetual calendar, my Omega PO GMT; heck, even my DayDate doesn't get much wrist time. It seems I almost always default to the SkyDweller or the YachtMaster - maybe because they're the newest toys?

Anyway, these are the two I currently have. I really think I will end up with the Ballon Bleu also.

whattimeyougot · 13 July 2020, 02:13 AM

Cartier is fantastic. Great history. Elegance and timeless are what spring to mind when I think of the brand. I’d consider a Tank or Santos for my next watch.

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Pongster · 13 July 2020, 02:49 AM

If ever i get another one, would be tank francaise.

SAlNlDllvllAlNl · 13 July 2020, 03:26 AM

That blue santos is beautiful. I'm really contemplating the WSSA0039, the all black version with rubber & leather strap.

violin321 · 13 July 2020, 03:36 AM

I gifted a Tank Francaise to my wife for an anniversary recently and was pleasantly surprised to learn about the investments Cartier has made in the last few years to improve their watchmaking. My dealer said the quality rapidly improved (and was already very good). There are a couple of in depth articles floating around that talk about Cartier stepping up its game. And the two-tone tank is so beautiful.

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Droolex · 13 July 2020, 06:23 AM

Their wrist presence is great. I see one in my future for sure!

cuibono · 13 July 2020, 07:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wesdaniel

Just curious to hear some general opinions on Cartier watches.

I've had a Pasha de Cartier for several years that's never been one of my favorites, but, recently got the new blue Santos and I love it.

I tried on the Ballon Bleu last weekend as really liked that as well. If the blue dial Ballon Bleu came on a bracelet, I probably would have bought it.

Love the classic designs. I too have the blue Santos, though I've had to send the leather strap back. The leather atop the piece that locks into the watch came unglued. Not sure if it's covered by warranty (a little over a year now) but it's not a good look in my books. Hopefully they do what's right.

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andresrrcf · 14 July 2020, 03:29 AM

To me, they are timeless classics. My wife wears a tank on a daily basis. My Santos is one of the most comfortable in the collection...Very versatile.

wesdaniel · 14 July 2020, 03:40 AM

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Originally Posted by andresrrcf

To me, they are timeless classics. My wife wears a tank on a daily basis. My Santos is one of the most comfortable in the collection...Very versatile.

WOW! That's a stunning watch!! Congrats!

andresrrcf · 14 July 2020, 03:45 AM

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Originally Posted by wesdaniel

WOW! That's a stunning watch!! Congrats!

Thank you!

tudorbaja27 · 14 July 2020, 03:49 AM

The answer is yes.

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csj · 14 July 2020, 03:58 AM

Was looking at their website last night. Do they no longer make a diver? Didn't see any on their website...

Pw92676 · 14 July 2020, 04:43 AM

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Originally Posted by andresrrcf

To me, they are timeless classics. My wife wears a tank on a daily basis. My Santos is one of the most comfortable in the collection...Very versatile.

Damn, now that is nice!

andresrrcf · 14 July 2020, 04:54 AM

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Damn, now that is nice!

Thanks brother! 👍

raclaims · 14 July 2020, 05:20 AM

I've yet to warm up to them for me, but my wife has a gold ballon blue and I'm getting one for my daughter soon too...solid pieces

enjoythemusic · 14 July 2020, 08:12 AM

Wife and I share wearing a Tank Solo XL. Love it!

Aspyred · 15 July 2020, 02:24 AM

Any variant of the classic Tank design is just timeless to me. Guy or gal. If you need a dressier piece, this will fill that role with panache.

The "exploding" Roman numerals are the only design I've seen that prints the numerals on the dial in a way that makes the watch actually look classier. It's usually the opposite.

Also, the way the dial is designed, it's extremely easy to read the time at a glance.

I admire any Tank design, even the vintage, but budget-minded Must De Cartier quartz's that are 50+ years old.

sunset117 · 16 July 2020, 10:22 AM

I love the tank and blue. I don’t own one but great brand, fun different looks.

12 July 2020, 12:57 PM	#1
wesdaniel 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Real Name: Wes Location: California Watch: Varies Posts: 1,342	Thoughts On Cartier Watches Just curious to hear some general opinions on Cartier watches. I've had a Pasha de Cartier for several years that's never been one of my favorites, but, recently got the new blue Santos and I love it. I tried on the Ballon Bleu last weekend as really liked that as well. If the blue dial Ballon Bleu came on a bracelet, I probably would have bought it.

14 July 2020, 03:49 AM	#23
tudorbaja27 "TRF" Member Join Date: Sep 2017 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Tudor & Cartier Posts: 2,499	The answer is yes. Sent from my SM-N975U using Tapatalk __________________ "Chi ha paura muore ogni giorno, chi non ha paura muore una volta sola" - Paolo Borsellino

14 July 2020, 08:12 AM	#28
enjoythemusic 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Real Name: Steven Location: Glocal Posts: 21,074	Wife and I share wearing a Tank Solo XL. Love it! __________________ __________________ ----> TAMPA Meetup In December 2024 <---- https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?p=13450519 Love timepieces and want to become a Watchmaker? Rolex has a sensational school. www.RolexWatchmakingTrainingCenter.com/ Sent from my Etch A Sketch using String Theory.

12 July 2020, 01:07 PM	#2
WatchEater666 "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2019 Location: Vancouver Posts: 1,981	Wish the santos had an exhibition case back otherwise I'd own one!

12 July 2020, 01:28 PM	#4
oconnorandrew64 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex Daytona 1165 Posts: 191	Great dress watches and lovely dials - I have the Balon Bleau on strap. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 July 2020, 01:28 PM	#5
ped013 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: US Posts: 15	I think some of what Cartier does is fantastic and iconic. I'm not a fan of the Ballon Bleu myself, but if I were going to buy a watch for my wife and myself, I'd buy her a Tank and a Santos for myself. I really like the Santos and I think the Tank is perhaps the most iconic ladies watch. Rolex taste....Timex budget

12 July 2020, 01:41 PM	#6
oconnorandrew64 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: Singapore Watch: Rolex Daytona 1165 Posts: 191	The AD also gives you Cartier champagne haha Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 July 2020, 03:54 PM	#7
Pongster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Marikina Posts: 2,561	I like cartier my sea (pasha seatimer) air (santos galbee) land (calibre de cartier) cartier trio Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

12 July 2020, 04:05 PM	#8
swatty 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Peter Location: Sydney Watch: The Game Posts: 17,415	I do like some references. An added bonus is that you can walk into a store and actually buy one

12 July 2020, 06:19 PM	#9
mongrelnomoad 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: Here and there... Posts: 1,899	Fabulous watches, great pedigree, awesome bang for your buck, often look like nothing else out there.

12 July 2020, 10:10 PM	#10
ap1 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: usa Posts: 19,526	The Santos line is fabulous

12 July 2020, 10:13 PM	#11
GoingPlaces "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Washington, DC Posts: 5,356	Had a couple early in my watch years and sold them. Really like the new Santos, probably one of the best value propositions.

12 July 2020, 10:14 PM	#12
Pw92676 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Location: Georgia Posts: 6,305	I have a Tank and while appreciate it a lot, I don’t wear it much. I do like the Santos, especially newer line, and have considered trading the Tank towards one but: 1) I don’t have box/papers for Tank so won’t get a lot for it and it would make sense to add not trade 2) if I did have it I wonder if I’d also appreciate it more than actually wearing it. Nonetheless, I like Cartier and highly respect them. Wonderful brand that I keep on my radar.

13 July 2020, 02:13 AM	#14
whattimeyougot "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2019 Location: USA Posts: 988	Cartier is fantastic. Great history. Elegance and timeless are what spring to mind when I think of the brand. I’d consider a Tank or Santos for my next watch. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 July 2020, 02:49 AM	#15
Pongster "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Marikina Posts: 2,561	If ever i get another one, would be tank francaise.

13 July 2020, 03:26 AM	#16
SAlNlDllvllAlNl "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Around Posts: 200	That blue santos is beautiful. I'm really contemplating the WSSA0039, the all black version with rubber & leather strap.

13 July 2020, 03:36 AM	#17
violin321 "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: Chicago Posts: 13	I gifted a Tank Francaise to my wife for an anniversary recently and was pleasantly surprised to learn about the investments Cartier has made in the last few years to improve their watchmaking. My dealer said the quality rapidly improved (and was already very good). There are a couple of in depth articles floating around that talk about Cartier stepping up its game. And the two-tone tank is so beautiful. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

13 July 2020, 06:23 AM	#18
Droolex "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: NYC Watch: RG SeaQ Pano date Posts: 321	Their wrist presence is great. I see one in my future for sure!

14 July 2020, 03:58 AM	#24
csj "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2018 Location: USA Posts: 92	Was looking at their website last night. Do they no longer make a diver? Didn't see any on their website...

14 July 2020, 05:20 AM	#27
raclaims "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: NJ Posts: 2,624	I've yet to warm up to them for me, but my wife has a gold ballon blue and I'm getting one for my daughter soon too...solid pieces

15 July 2020, 02:24 AM	#29
Aspyred "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2019 Location: North America Posts: 4	Any variant of the classic Tank design is just timeless to me. Guy or gal. If you need a dressier piece, this will fill that role with panache. The "exploding" Roman numerals are the only design I've seen that prints the numerals on the dial in a way that makes the watch actually look classier. It's usually the opposite. Also, the way the dial is designed, it's extremely easy to read the time at a glance. I admire any Tank design, even the vintage, but budget-minded Must De Cartier quartz's that are 50+ years old.

16 July 2020, 10:22 AM	#30
sunset117 "TRF" Member Join Date: May 2019 Location: San Francisco Posts: 165	I love the tank and blue. I don’t own one but great brand, fun different looks.

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