The "Cartier Must Tank" that arrived today features a so-called "telephone dial,"
reminiscent of old telephones.
It's characterized by a unique design that is only found in vintage models.
Nowadays, when we make calls, we use touchscreens on smartphones or
push-button dials on landlines, but long ago, "black telephones" were the mainstream.
The telephone dial, with its arrangement of numbers like a telephone from those good old days,
is one of the designs drawing attention for its indescribable retro feel.
This unique design was part of the lineup from the later Must Tank models,
and it's a shame that its production run was so short.
The unique dial design, which is unimaginable from current Cartier models,
can be said to be the biggest appeal when choosing a vintage model.
Looking closely, the dial has a double-layered structure,
with the index part having a detail that looks like it's been circularly hollowed out,
creating a step with the monogram part.
This emphasizes the index and creates a three-dimensional effect on the dial.
The more you look at it, the more you realize how elaborately crafted the dial is.
Many early Must Tank models featured flat dials with printed designs,
and with a few exceptions, had common dial structures. However,
from the later models onwards, all dials were changed to a three-dimensional structure,
allowing for a more intricate design.
The case is 1mm larger in each dimension than the old model,
making it a watch with a size closer to current products,
but it remains in an exquisite case size that isn't too large.
I truly feel that it is precisely because of this watch's size that the three-dimensional dial shines,
and you can perceive a sense of luxury in every detail.
While the appeal of the old models lies in their classical expression and atmosphere,
the later models have a strong modern and technical impression,
allowing you to appreciate different charms depending on the era.
Regardless of their dial design, the prices of later Must Tank models
have been rapidly soaring. Furthermore, due to their short production period, opportunities to find them are limited.
This time, it has been quite a while since our last arrival,
and I have no feeling that there will be any prospect for the next arrival.
As this is a Must Tank with a highly sought-after design,
you absolutely cannot miss this opportunity!
