Cartier Calibre de Cartier First Impressions

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Skyrider007 shares his enthusiastic first impressions of the Cartier Calibre de Cartier, acquired from the flagship boutique on Rue de la Paix in Paris. This personal review highlights the watch's aesthetic appeal, comfort, and the significance of its in-house automatic movement, offering a collector's perspective on this notable Cartier creation.

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Hello All!!

This is my first post on the Watch Pro Site forum and I am very excited to be part of the community here. I've been lurking around for a while and have been reading lots of wonderful reviews that are posted here, especially those on Calibre de Cartier. So here's what happend..... I went to Paris and fell in love for the second time... with the Calibre de Cartier ofcouse.

This fantastic Cartier creation is one of a kind and it is more than that to me because I bought it from the flagship boutique at 13 Rue de la Paix. The service was impeccable despite no discount were given, however it was worth every EUROs. I even got a special edition box.

I am going to write a few PROs and CONs of the watch from my own point of view since extensive expert reviews have already been written and I am still a lowly WIS (lol).

PROs:

- the watch is extremely beautiful.
- got plenty of compliments!
- the dial is amazingly charismatic.
- it's very comfortable to wear.
- 48 hour power reserve is great!
- the price is pretty good considering you are getting a Cartier and its first in-house automatic movement

CONS:

- i can't stop staring at it!
- can't swim in it.
- strap clasp release system could be better

That's it from me!! Now it's time to save up for another watch!!

Have a nice day/evening.

Cheers,

Ben

This message has been edited by SJX on 2010-07-04 11:37:26

Key Points from the Discussion

The Calibre de Cartier is praised for its beautiful and charismatic dial, comfortable wear, and the significance of being Cartier's first in-house automatic movement, offering good value for its price point.
The price difference for the Calibre de Cartier between Paris and Bangkok was discussed, with Paris offering a lower price even after VAT refunds, making it a worthwhile purchase for international travelers.
The 'special edition' box for the Calibre de Cartier was exclusively available for purchases made at the Rue de la Paix boutique in Paris, distinguishing it from regular boxes received elsewhere.
The Calibre de Cartier is seen as a gateway watch, often leading new owners to develop a deeper interest in Cartier's history and other offerings.
The watch's water resistance is noted as a 'con' by the author, indicating it's not suitable for swimming, which is a practical consideration for daily wear.

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skyrider007

Jul 4, 2010

a close-up of the dial

how could i have forgotten?!!

arch_c

Jul 4, 2010

same reason,i bought one few weeks ago. :-D

and it's on my wrist since then> I wish I had that special edition box ...why they gave me only few books. -______-i

skyrider007

Jul 4, 2010

Great choice!

Congratulations to you as well!!!! I wish they've given me a copy of that TimeWerke magazine May I ask where you bought your watch? If you bought it at the Paris boutique on Rue de la Paix then they should have given you the special edition box. Enjoy your Cartier in good health! Ben

arch_c

Jul 4, 2010

I bought it Cortina watch in Penang, Malaysia

Well, there is no Cartier Flagshipstore in this small island. Oh Yes, I check my credit line before I enter. these are the only 2 Calibre de Cartier here,in northern Malaysia.So I tried both . I also like the black dial,May be it's because of the movie the show on the website, I chose the silver dial. here is another wristshot with his best friend, the Master Banker :-D Panurit

SJX

Jul 4, 2010

I have been there

It's in Gurney Plaza along with the AP boutique right? - SJX

arch_c

Jul 4, 2010

:-D

Hello SJX, Wow ! you've been there ! Actually the AD near the AP boutique is a Rolex AD. There's another Cortina in the new wing of Gurney Plaza ,It was built in 2009. Are you living in SE Asia ? I'm so glad that at least Penang was once visited by you ! :-D Panurit

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