The Tank Louis Cartier Watch: A Timeless Evolution

The Tank Louis Cartier watch has undergone a significant transformation throughout its history. It continues to evolve, blending meticulous design with refined technical mastery. The Tank, first created in 1917, set the foundation for numerous variations, including the Tank Cintrée, Tank Chinoise, and Tank Américaine. The Tank Louis Cartier, introduced in 1922, represents the next step in this evolution.

Louis Cartier reworked the original Tank design just five years after its creation, giving it a more elongated case, refined brancards, and softer angles, while retaining the iconic rectangular shape. The Tank Louis Cartier embodies timeless elegance and clarity, which has allowed it to remain relevant for over a century.

The watch’s design remains as iconic as ever, with distinct features such as the railway track, Roman numerals, parallel brancards, and blued-steel sword-shaped hands. The 1899 MC mechanical movement powers the Tank Louis Cartier, featuring automatic winding for a new generation of watchmaking.

Now, available in both rose gold and yellow gold, the Tank Louis Cartier continues to be a beloved classic. The watch is a true reflection of Cartier’s dedication to precision, with a flinqué dial and a sapphire or ruby cabochon on the winding crown.

Technical Specifications:
Automatic movement: 1899 MC
Dimensions: 38.1 x 27.75 mm
Thickness: 8.18 mm
Water-resistant: 3 bar (approx. 30 meters)
Gold: 750/1000
Strap: Semi-matte alligator leather 

Model Variations:
1. Yellow Gold: Semi-matte grey alligator leather strap, flinqué dial, blued-steel sword-shaped hands.
2. Rose Gold: Semi-matte brown alligator leather strap, flinqué dial, blued-steel sword-shaped hands.