Designed personally by Louis Cartier in 1917 and patterned after an army tank, Cartier's iconic Tank watch symbolized speed and achievement.

Before cost-cutting measures brought about the widespread use of cheaper quartz movements for many wristwatches, Cartier contracted with watch manufacturers to produce mechanical movements designed to last a lifetime. Using traditional watch making practices, these gifted craftsmen poured individual attention into each wristwatch. As a result, mens Cartier wristwatches with mechanical movements are often more sought after by collectors than their quartz counterparts.

Today's offering showcases this mens vermeil mechanical Cartier Tank with its original boxes and papers. It has an iconic tank case, classic Roman dial, gold epee hands, sapphire topped crown, and hand wound Cartier movement.

Originally designed for men by today's standard it could also be worn by a woman.

It is fully Cartier down to the original buckle. It has just finished a true expertly restoration and presents in beautiful condition. Our photos don't do it justice.

As part of the restoration, the movement has just been fully serviced.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.

• Manufacturer: Cartier
• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Serial no: 6,201,290
• Model: Tank (mechanical)
• Functions: Hours and Minutes
• Designed for: Mens
• Case material: 18K gold plating over sterling silver
• Case markings (outside): Cartier, Paris, SWISS, official Cartier registration numbers
• Case condition: Beautiful. Presents as mint - replanted
• Dial: White with Roman numerals, secret Cartier signature at 7, perfect refinishing
• Hands: Blue 'epees'
• Movement type: Cartier, mechanical, manually wound, 17 Jewels
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Crystal: Mineral glass, mint condition
• Band: Leather, fully stitched, padded, brand new and unworn, with original Cartier buckle - the tongue of the buckle shows wear.
• Serviced: Yes, freshly serviced by a Master Watchmaker.
• Warranty: 1-year warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Original boxes; PAPERS - Original papers; New C.O.T. timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee