Cartier Calibre de Cartier W7100041

Ref. W7100041A very fine and attractive stainless steel wristwatch with small seconds and date

Manufacturer: Cartier Year: Circa 2010 Reference No: W7100041 Movement No: 3299 Case No: 446195QX Model Name: Calibre de Cartier Material: Stainless steel Calibre: Automatic, cal. 1904-PS MC, 27 jewels Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile Clasp/Buckle: Stainless steel Cartier deployant clasp Dimensions: 45mm diameter Signed: Case, dial, movement and clasp signed , In 2010, Cartier unveiled the Calibre de Cartier, simply named to celebrate the firm’s new triumph in watchmaking, it is fitted with the first automatic in-house movement cal. 1904 MC, which pays homage to the very birth year of the firm’s first wristwatch for Alberto Santos Dumont. The present example in stainless steel strikes a perfect balance between power and finesse. Measuring at a robust 45mm diameter, the stunning black dial bears signature design codes of Cartier such the Roman numerals with the discrete logo at 11 o’clock. Dominated with masculine presence, the oversized XII numeral shines harmoniously with the mirrored polish center second ring. Adding attraction to the timepiece is the hexagon crown decorated with a sapphire cabochon. Handsome in proportions, spectators can also admire the movement from its sapphire case back. Furthermore, the present example is offered in excellent condition from its original owner., With the Constitution of 1848 came a new standard for luxury in France. Founded one year prior by Louis-Francois Cartier, the house of Cartier was one of the first to use platinum in jewelry making. This incredibly expensive material became the stepping-stone for Cartier to experiment in form, mechanisms and attitude. It helped men move from pocket watches to wristwatches, effectively making the watch much more functional and prominent in a man's overall wardrobe.In 2010, Cartier unveiled the Calibre de Cartier, simply named to celebrate the firm’s new triumph in watchmaking, it is fitted with the first automatic in-house movement cal. 1904 MC, which pays homage to the very birth year of the firm’s first wristwatch for Alberto Santos Dumont. The present example in stainless steel strikes a perfect balance between power and finesse. Measuring at a robust 45mm diameter, the stunning black dial bears signature design codes of Cartier such the Roman numerals with the discrete logo at 11 o’clock. Dominated with masculine presence, the oversized XII numeral shines harmoniously with the mirrored polish center second ring. Adding attraction to the timepiece is the hexagon crown decorated with a sapphire cabochon. Handsome in proportions, spectators can also admire the movement from its sapphire case back. Furthermore, the present example is offered in excellent condition from its original owner.