When it comes to the topic of "quartz crisis", many people's hearts will always float an inexplicable sense of tension, the reason is very simple: the accuracy of Japanese quartz watches throws out of the Swiss mechanical watches ten streets, but also cheaper, so what reason do people have to buy outdated technical products? After World War II, Switzerland controlled more than half of the world's mechanical watch industry, which is why they were hit so hard that countless brands collapsed, and even those industry giants had to choose to take the side to survive.
For example, France's Cartier introduced the must de cartier model, which offers the world their iconic design concept that once decorated the wrists of royalty through more affordable prices. Unsurprisingly, the public loves it. Today, the must name is back, and the three new must de cartier watches not only show the spirit of Cartier tank, but also meet the needs of ordinary people who want to taste the taste of luxury goods.
The new Cartier tank must is available in three sizes: small, large and large. The appearance of all these cases points to the tank model created by Louis Cartier, which is perhaps the most timeless interpretation of the case design. The cabochon sapphire at the top of the crown is certainly not absent, and it looks unique when paired with the stainless steel color.
The size of the small model is 22 * 29.5 * 6.6mm, regardless of gender, it is the ideal choice for people with a moderate wrist circumference; the size of the large model is 25.5 * 33.7mm, it finds a perfect balance between the retro proportions and modern taste, and even better, it has a thickness of 6.6mm, so even if the size becomes larger, it can still slide smoothly into the cuffs. The plus size is different from the previous two in that it represents a more modern and masculine attitude, and although the size of 31*41mm will be quite present on the wrist, the thickness of 8.4mm will not make it feel half bloated.
The new tank must range has two dial styles to choose from, with the small and large models having the same basic design, while the plus size model has some more prominent details. Both dials use protein tones that complement the icy luster of the stainless steel case, while the blue sword-shaped hands are clear and aesthetically pleasing when interacting with light, and are just the right length. The only difference between them is the location of cartier's hidden logo: the small version appears on the Roman numeral 10, and the large one appears on the Roman numeral 7.
Compared with the previous two, the king-size model is like a completely different piece, and the brand has changed the overall temperament of this watch by making several minor changes. The protein hue has been replaced by silver, the ring where the Roman numeral marker is located is delicately illuminated with sun-glow patterns, and the inner area surrounded by a square track scale is floral-like textured. The hidden logo is still placed at roman numeral 7, but there is an extra calendar window on its right side. Perhaps the most obvious change is the addition of the word 'automatic' above the calendar window, emphasizing its "mute" performance.
Inside the plus-size tank must is the Cartier-made calibre cal.1847 mc, a fairly basic movement that has been well received since its launch in 2015, as its focus is on stability and affordability, rather than flashy polishing, which has a pendulum frequency of 4hz, which provides a 42-hour power reserve, and slimness is its most impressive feature.
The small and large models are equipped with quartz movements with a battery life of about 8 years, which is the main reason why they can be sold at a relatively affordable price. By definition, luxury is a very expensive item that most people can't afford, but the arrival of tank must has weakened this concept to some extent, after all, for Cartier, the design of the exterior is more important than anything else.
While the last century's tank must de cartier tried to give the public a limited taste of Cartier flavor at a price close to the people, today's tank must also offer a pure, unfiltered Cartier color at a price that is close to the people. There is no indication on either the dial or the case that it is an "entry-level" product, so there is no sign of unconfidence when you wear it. The price of the new Cartier tank must starts at 19,200 RMB (belt size) and runs to 30,100 RMB (steel chain plus).