5 Things to Know Before Buying a Cartier Tank

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Thinking about buying a Cartier Tank? There are a few things to keep in mind before making such a purchase. This watch has so many options that it can be easy to make a mistake. We'll tell you what you need to know before investing in the world's best known dress watch.
0:00 Today's Challenge
0:56 So. Many. Shapes.
2:18 The Tank that Gained 300%
2:44 Sizing: How Small is Too Small?
4:28 Steel vs. Gold, Quartz vs. Mechanical
5:41 What the Hell is "Must de Cartier"?
6:51 The Tank's Stiffest Competition
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@VMIyanks04 2 ай бұрын

My mother passed down my grandfather’s 1952 Longines to me last year for my 40th birthday… My grandmother gifted it to him on their engagement, Christmas 1952 and had it engraved. Small, rectangular, gold filled… I had it serviced and it’s perfect for me to fit that vintage dress niche. It even has his cigarette residue on the dial! RIP Pop Pop!

@Jungleman707 2 ай бұрын

"Must" actually refers to the English word, as in: "Oh its a must" meaning something you absolutely must get. This expression is used in French.

@thetimist 2 ай бұрын

Perfectly said, you even nailed the accent 😄👍

@robd7934 2 ай бұрын

The Dolce Vita from Longines (mentioned in the video) is a great alternative to the Tank. While not as prestigious, Longines makes some beautiful watches at great prices.

@xnlo Ай бұрын

I used to own a Longines Dolce Vita as an alternative to a Cartier Tank. The reason I dismissed the Tank at my AD at first was my conclusion that the dial was so ordinary for the asking price. The Dolce Vita offered more, especially with the guilloche dial for much less. Turns out that months later I sold the Dolce Vita and purchased a Tank. Why? The Tank, although plain looking, had the right dimensions and complemented my fashion sense. I’ve had it eight months now and have never looked back.

@midwestgent9618 Ай бұрын

Cool episode. Appreciated the shout for Seiko, some neo-vintage tanks can be insane value! Surprised you did not mention Hamilton!

@markikn3183 2 ай бұрын

You just made me feel good. Many years ago i paid $600 for 3 Omega dress watches, including a tiny ladies automatic from the 60s, a ladies round quartz from the 80s and a Tank homage quartz in blingy gold plate. I kept the Omega Tank for myself and love wearing it from time to time, always makes me smile. So yes, would love a real deal Tank but my cheapo Omega would sit well in your video today. Nice job Tom.

@NickBrakattack 2 ай бұрын

Excellent video. Going to look into the Cartier Tank Must Solarbeat Large

@skyworks1621 2 ай бұрын

I love that red, green, blu combo. That would be funky

@BartMan59 29 күн бұрын

OUTSTANDING video explains the GOD Tier of ALL watches - TYVM. I have the Tank XL, Santos Carree #2960, and Ballon. I wear my Tank on a regular basis, sometimes as a daily wear.

@MegaThucydides 2 ай бұрын

When I thought I knew just about all the Tank models, you introduce me to a bunch of rare variants!

@rodracir8301 2 ай бұрын

I have a vintage (circa 2000) square atlas watch from Tiffany & Co. Nice alternative to the tank and a little different

@ryeofoatmeal 2 ай бұрын

I got the seiko tank and I'm so happy. now I'm not sure if I ever wanted an actual cartier tank 🫢 I probably still do, twenty years from now lol. seiko has so many varieties of tank in the name of exeline line. I got the seiko SWR054 although I was looking for SUP250 but it seems obsolete! solar movement is hard to find (for seiko) but I'm still happy with my quartz 😄

@anamisidro8453 2 ай бұрын

I have a problem alternating a small watch like the tank with for instance my Zenith Chronomadter Revival. Like you said it’s difficult to get used to bigger watches. And it’s a pity because I love the El primero!

@Piface2099 2 ай бұрын

You mentioned the Santos but shoutout to the Santos Dumont in particular as it's on the leather bracelet, making it a bit more analogous to the stereotypical Tanks. It's my personal 'square grail' (yes I'm allowed to make up arbitrary categories for grails to justify getting them all)

@minibus1351 2 ай бұрын

I love my Tank Must with the burgundy dial.

@thetimist 2 ай бұрын

It's worth noting that if you want to purchase a Cartier Tank Must AND you want a mechanical movement, you can go with the WSTA0040 specifically the XL version, which not only is significantly more affordable than the Tank Louis Cartier, but also adds a date complication at 6 o'clock 😃 I own one, and I absolutely love it 👍 so much so that I made a whole video on it!

@timebyraf 2 ай бұрын

Imo a seconds hand and a date have no business on a Tank…and I am not gonna talk about the absolutely exaggerated case size🥴

@bax4562 Ай бұрын

Buying a Must is like buying a 1995 Mercedes just to say you own a Mercedes.

@timebyraf Ай бұрын

@@bax4562 Well, it is one of the most important products that the maison ever made and was a breath of fresh air for Cartier in the late 70s. That fresh breeze lives on until today and I happly keep a couple Vermeils in my collection along with a Tank Extra Plate, so there you go;)

@extremejoy 2 ай бұрын

I’m in love with the Coco! I mean the Tank Asymmetrique! ❤😂

@scottbennett5798 2 ай бұрын

Great video - wish you spent 45 mins on it. One of my favorite watch topics to learn on Be well!

@edwardoliverdean2534 3 күн бұрын

My tank alternative was a Raymond Weil dress watch. From a far, man, it really looked like a Cartier tank. 😃

@charlesboulle2842 2 ай бұрын

For those who like the vintage cintrée (and the re-edition), there is a sleeper in the tank americaine family, the ref 1720 (medium size, quartz). Both bring a similar feeling on the wrist thanks to the dimensions (23x45x6 mm for the cintrée, 23x41x6 for the americaine) and to the curvature of the caseback, which unfortunately disappeared with the following references of the medium size quartz. I even wonder if the similarity to the cintrée is the reason why this size was not re-introduced in the current americaine collection

@JaredBalmer 2 ай бұрын

I just ordered this watch from Exquisite Timepieces! I'm so excited to get it!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@Melbnolan 8 күн бұрын

I’ve worn my 18k gold tank for almost 50 years and still love it.

@chrismuz 2 ай бұрын

I love my NOMOS Tetra (Gangreserve), which I see as a modern alternative to the Cartier Tank.

@greek.ladyloki 10 күн бұрын

I have a vintage gold tank Francais, a ballon blue and a tank Louis. Recently I bought the new, 2023 tank Francais. I think Cartier watches are irresistible.

@samcrockett845 2 ай бұрын

Recently in Vegas I was able to try on about 5 versions of the Tank. I ended up buying the Reverso Duoface. So IMO the Reverso is the most serious competitor of the Tank. For me, it came down to the perceived greater versatility of the Reverso. I essentially got two watches which I use as a dual time when traveling. While I don’t buy into the “story” that the Reverso is a “sport watch”, it does go further for me towards that sport spectrum than the Tank. Finally, the horological history of JLC made it irresistible.

@BBGinCDM 2 ай бұрын

100%. Reverso Duo was on my short list vs Tank, tried on at AD n loved it. Hesitated, then the excessive JLC price bumps. Now on hold till can find better deal used. That Duo, in so many different faces, is a stunner. Good on you.

@d_15745 Ай бұрын

Where did you get your perla strap? Yours would be perfect for my tank. Thank you!

@williamfahey6066 7 күн бұрын

I think the rectangle shape is the best one, then the square. Jeff

@jimflynn5105 2 ай бұрын

One Tank is never enough in my book so I have a Louis, a Divan, an Americaine, a MC, a Francais and a Solarbeat. I wish I bought a Basculante before the prices shot off skywards but perhaps one day.

@bjwal6 2 ай бұрын

Great video 👍👍

@marvoski547 Ай бұрын

Where can I find this perlon strap you showed?

@nikkil764 Ай бұрын

My darling husband gave me a lovely 1960s square gold watch with a brown lizard strap that I wear similar to a tank. It’s by Germinal Voltaire, a Swiss company that was in business from the 1800s to the 1960s. This was one of their last pieces. Every time I wear it people comment on my watch. It isn’t my most expensive watch but it is definitely the most commented on.

@cincaflorinlucian7693 2 ай бұрын

Hi , I have scratched the itch for Cartier Tank with an Omega Deville Pave D'or 26x31mm mechanical , Roamer Standard and Jaquet Droz Tank beautiful watches and still more cheaper than a Cartier Must all combined .

@JeffJacquesmd 2 ай бұрын

I owned a Reverso TT1931 in the boutique only Rouge dial color for close to 10 years. But o never wore it and so I sold it. I now have a limited production Tank Louis with the Mosiac dial, which is perfect on my 7 inch wrist and which my wife is trying to “borrow” all the time

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

That mosaic dial is so so good

@iAPX432 22 күн бұрын

As a watch collectionner that have a Tank and a Santos, old ones, I could witness that small watches could make a big effect. Size does matter for elegant watches.

@MrVuittonDon 21 күн бұрын

What is the largest vintage size cartier made? 35x37?When did they stop doing the vermeil silver cases?

@intellips 27 күн бұрын

Recently added a vintage Must de Cartier vermeil with a hand wound movement to my collection. Gorgeous watch.

@user-vb1el6ps7j 7 күн бұрын

I recently added a manual Must (1979) as well, easily my new favorite. It looked a bit rough when received it but a touch of silver polish and it came up beautifully. Enjoy yours as i do mine.

@intellips 6 күн бұрын

@@user-vb1el6ps7jIt’s crazy how well they maintain their look. Enjoy your watch too!

@DiGuliy 2 ай бұрын

My favourite (as best fit on my wrists) was the tank MC but recently I tried the classical tank with the bracelet and looked better (I think we have a sinner). But my first choice for this type of case is JLC duo face. Another personal favourite is the GP.

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

Tank vs. Reverso is always a tough question. I’m Team Tank…for now

@DiGuliy 2 ай бұрын

@@Chrono24Official your AP is very interesting also option

@ottowilliamhalim4116 20 күн бұрын

Rolex Cellini square full gold is also a good option. Also quite rare.

@patrickhanlon8640 Ай бұрын

The coolest tank shape is undoubtedly the Cartier Tank Americaine Chronoflex. My favourite iteration is yellow gold on a brown alligator strap. But honestly they are as beautiful. Competition yeah it’s the JLC Reverso very very refined elegant watch.

@sharigreenman1020 2 ай бұрын

Can you post a link to the summer band you showed please?

@richarddamico9894 6 күн бұрын

My Favorite was the silver tank that came with a blue band, it was only $800.00. I Think it may have been in the 1980’s or early 1990’? Do know which one that is called?

@user-vb1el6ps7j 7 күн бұрын

I recently added a 1979 manual Must de Cartier Tank 22x30mm, to my collection for only a couple of $K aust. Easily my new favorite. I've wanted one since the 70's. Not the most expensive but certainly carries the horological history. Real watch guys (non hype idiots) easily recognize it a mile away as close relation to the O.G,.

@Yorkiepoocharlie 2 ай бұрын

Good stuff.

@josefelixmiguel9700 2 ай бұрын

The Baume Hampton the 90's is very cool design

@thomasbrocatello1809 2 ай бұрын

I’m currently wearing a silver tank, blue numerals. It’s a must de Cartier, but way better than the plated ones

@FatherSonWatchTalk 8 күн бұрын

Seiko Tank is my tank of choice 😊

@chalee6843 26 күн бұрын

I always wanted to have Cartier Tank, but Is it worth it to get tank must now? I mean now they use faux leather strap, and im not paying that amount of money if it’s not genuine leather 😅✌️

@GordonPavilion 2 ай бұрын

Casio just released a tank watch. Looks good too.

@gorhamsmith6135 2 ай бұрын

Instead of the 3k Cartier I choose the 125$ bolava frank loyd wright tank it’s a comparable option on the wrist.

@BAF605 2 ай бұрын

Good info Thomas. Thanks

@thomassheldon5451 2 ай бұрын

Dubey & Schaldenbrand aerodyne duo…makes the Cartier tank look like a fast fashion watch… 9:26

@food2430 2 ай бұрын

4:07 Anyone know where that particular Perlon strap is from?

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

That one is from Clockwork Synergy. They're one of the only brands to offer gold(plated) buckles, but the colors online don't exactly match what comes in the mail.

@grammarboy1318 2 ай бұрын

The Tank Louis is the best Cartier, and stiffest competition is the Reverso. One of them will be my next watch, in rose gold. I had a steel Reverso, but had to sell it due to poor fit. Lovers of rectangular watches be warned, be very careful with fit. It’s not as easy as a round watch.

@aknotpsu 2 ай бұрын

They exist in vermeil and this is perfection

@levskilevskarov 2 ай бұрын

I bought a tank watch from a brand named royal london and I personally really like it

@costanzacozzio4929 2 ай бұрын

I love the Tank Chinoise, unfortunately quite expensive

@richardwarren2024 2 ай бұрын

Excellent video, even though the part about Marilyn Monroe was very disturbing. Editing was excellent.

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

I will be sticking to my day job 😅

@robertorizzo3159 2 ай бұрын

Tank Louis for the win !

@ghitsta 2 ай бұрын

This man is the love child of Jack Forster and Stephen Pulverent.

@dscotp185 2 ай бұрын

Discontinued Tank Solo XL w/date on bracelet, in my rotation. Classic, love it.

@edgy8481 2 ай бұрын

Why Tank Louis? It's a "Louis Cartier" Tank or a Tank LC.

@72mespo Ай бұрын

Longines Dolce for me! Prettier, cheaper and in my mind just a prestigious. Look, Bogey wore one and wouldn’t be caught dead in a Cartier! Enough said.

@user-hl1bw1nx3j 2 ай бұрын

I m getting a solid gold longine watch from 1940 watch for my 27 birthday

@Domi_CGN 2 ай бұрын

Where do I get such a strap? How do you call it?

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

Perlon straps - you can find them online in a range of colors

@timebyraf 2 ай бұрын

Nothing beats the original size 23*30 Tank Louis Cartier in a non-waterproof case

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

A classic for a reason

@theaussiewhinger 2 ай бұрын

Good to see Lord Baelish get into the watch industry after being executed by the Starks.

@So_So 2 ай бұрын

I purchased a preloved tank basculante for less than USD2k 3 years ago, it is a quartz. Does anyone know what is its value today? Thank you.

@AndresDeMoya Ай бұрын

As soon as he said you shouldn't care about older Must de Cartier my mind went blank and I stopped listening. Mine is one of the first ones and the vermeil looks impeccable so I don't get it.

@Litmanovich 13 күн бұрын

Piaget Emperador is interEsting

@tsp141181 Ай бұрын

Tank Cintrée

@davidc5191 2 ай бұрын

Not mentioned is the Tank Americaine which is what I've got. Only downside is that the crown is small and difficult to wind. I suspect that's due to the Cartier quartz designs that of course don't need a winding crown. Also for other square watches Nomos is a good alternative.

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

Absolutely. Cartier crowns look great but can be tricky to operate. And agreed, the NOMOS Tetra is a worthy alternative.

@davidhunternyc1 Ай бұрын

The best tank is the JLC Reverso Tribute.

@kjeldpedersen666 2 ай бұрын

Ha, ha...good one with Marilyn Monroe there😆

@jamo1831 2 ай бұрын

ah yes, Mike nouveau of the Cartier mafia.

@koljakoracak8854 2 ай бұрын

It's not an Omani stamp, it's a Bahrain coat of arms.

@talhamughal1739 2 ай бұрын

Audemars Piguet Edward Piguet ✨

@Touyoujin 2 ай бұрын

It ain't tank if it's not Cartier 🕺

@AKAEalansari 25 күн бұрын

That was a Bahraini stamp not Omani

@Khanh.Nguyen369 2 ай бұрын

Had the Basculante. Sold it. Regretted it. Then found the exact one I sold on eBay. Back in my possession.

@therahgalleryart 2 ай бұрын

No way did u buy it last week from Japan

@Khanh.Nguyen369 2 ай бұрын

@@therahgalleryart no. Florida.

@therahgalleryart 2 ай бұрын

@@Khanh.Nguyen369 haha I just missed the one on eBay last week

@Khanh.Nguyen369 2 ай бұрын

@@therahgalleryart I have access to a couple if you’re still looking.

@HRM.H 2 ай бұрын

The basculant has gone insane. I had to oppertunity to buy one at 2300 usd in 2022... 😢

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

So bittersweet when hidden gems become unhidden

@USA79999 2 ай бұрын

Please Recruit “Andrew Morgan”

@dees9502 2 ай бұрын

5 things? I always thought there were only 4 🙄

@dmnkdlls 2 ай бұрын

Great Video, interesting topic. Only downside is that you really rushed through the whole Video. Take your time, a 1-2 sec Pause between the sentences is Not a bad thing.

@raycortopassi4030 2 ай бұрын

You’re an English speaker. Why are you saying “moost” instead of “must” ? Even the French say “ must”.

@DzejWiJV 2 ай бұрын

Mate, but your collar 🤨

@Chrono24Official 2 ай бұрын

Camp collars! Check ‘em out!

@Qanas223 17 күн бұрын

يا جماعة هذا راسه اكبر من جسمه او نظري ظعيف

@markb.265 2 ай бұрын

Lose the cutaways. They're not funny. They never are. They're just lame.

@watchfan1655 2 ай бұрын

Artistic advice from a Marvel fan? Hahaha

@swapFrance 2 ай бұрын

his face looks like photoshop, head is bigger than his body 😅

@rickjason215 2 ай бұрын

That Tank looks way too small on Muhammad Ali.

@fredlim9031 2 ай бұрын

Once you own a Cartier why would you want any other brands? There are many more expensive or cheaper watches than Cartier, but Cartier designs are the best!