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

Today's offering showcases this mens vermeil Cartier Tank watch. It has an iconic tank case, classic and strong Roman dial with gold printing, gold epee hands, sapphire topped crown, and mechanical Cartier movement.

It has the look of a solid gold Tank for a fraction of the cost.

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 more than a lifetime.

Using traditional watchmaking 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.

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

It is fully Cartier. It has just finished a true expertly done restoration and presents in gorgeous condition. The dial has been meticulously refinished. It could pass as Cartier factory done to the naked eye. On the wrist it presents like new.

As part of the restoration the movement has just serviced by a Master Watchmaker.

For the finishing touch we have equipped it with a brand new leather strap done in a similar style to the Cartier straps that usually came on these watches. We have also installed what the watch's original Cartier buckle making it ready for immediate enjoyment.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. international 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: 6,078,918
• 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: Presents as mint. The gold plating has been redone.
• Dial: Black with gilt Roman numerals, secret Cartier signature at 7, expert refinishing
• Dimensions: 23.5mm wide (excluding crown), 31mm long lug tip-to-tip
• Hands: Original, gold 'epees'
• Movement type: Cartier caliber 78-1, mechanical, manually wound
• Jewels: 17 rubies
• Crystal: Mineral glass, mint condition
• Band: Leather (aftermarket - done in a Cartier Java lizard style like what often came on these Tank watches), brand new and unworn equipped with its original Cartier buckle
• Serviced: Yes, freshly serviced by a Master Watchmaker.
• Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity; New timing certificate
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide