The "Cartier Must Tank" that arrived today is a very rare example that does not have the "must de" inscription.
I have handled several of these in the past, but there are still many mysteries surrounding this model.
This watch is maintained by Cartier every time it arrives,
The dial is original, not a redone one.
However, the wording on the invoice varies depending on the case model number.
When I requested repairs in the past, the dial was marked champagne Roman,
If you look at this specification, it says ivory.
Why are the inscriptions different even though the dial is exactly the same?
And even though the dial design is the same, the manual winding model has a white dial,
What makes quartz a champagne color?
The hand-wound model, commonly known as the Pre-Mast Tank, is believed to have been manufactured between 1972 and 1976.
It will disappear after the Mast series is announced,
Which quartz model has the same design?
There are many mysteries that deepen and there is no documentation, so it is difficult to say anything.
There is also a rumor that this watch was only sold in North America.
Hmmm, there's a lot I don't understand.
By the way, Cartier does not manufacture or stock this dial,
If you were to change the dial, it would be replaced with the standard ivory Roman dial.
However, the hand-wound model called Pre-Must Tank is
The same dial design can be achieved through Swiss order...
What is the reality?
The fun of vintage items is that some of them are not certain of their authenticity.
There are many speculations, but one thing is certain:
This watch is completely original.
Not only are these items less in circulation,
This item has great documentary value and is sought after by many people.
If you have been looking for this watch for a while, or if you are interested in this watch,
For those who love vintage items,
I'm sure it will satisfy a lot of people.
This is a real opportunity not to be missed!
