The Les Styles derived its design from the Santos Panthere with the key-difference in using precious metals for its case, along with an art-deco stylized dial and strap guards. It has long been discontinued and well-kept examples are hard to come by.
Founded in Paris in 1847, Cartier approaches horology with the perspective of a master jeweler, prioritizing form, proportion, and aesthetic purity. The Maison was a crucial pioneer of the modern wristwatch, creating the purpose-built Santos-Dumont in 1904 for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont and later the iconic Tank in 1917, whose "brancards" seamlessly integrated the case and lugs into a singular design.
While historically collaborating with ebauche movement suppliers, Cartier has since invested significantly in its own manufacture capabilities in Switzerland, developing a suite of in-house calibres. The brand's enduring significance lies not in technical innovation, but in creating a portfolio of iconic case shapes that are foundational to watchmaking itself.
Overall Grade: 7.5 / 10 | Good Condition, Visible Wear Production: est. 2000 Contents: Watch and Box Genre: Neo-Vintage Dress Watch
Size: 24x39mm Thickness: approx. 7mm Lug Width: approx. 14mm
Case: Yellow gold case, mirror finished, visible wear Bezel: Yellow gold Santos bezel, visible wear Dial: Silver grained dial, printed roman numerals Hands: Blued steel sword hands
Crown: Yellow gold push-pull crown with a sapphire cabochon, visible wear Crystal: Sapphire crystal, light visible wear Bracelet: Black leather strap Caseback: Yellow gold solid screw caseback, visible wear Movement: Quartz Caliber: Swiss Ebauche