In 1917, Cartier's first Tank watch, the Tank Normale, was born. Its minimalist design, inspired by an aerial view of a Renault tank during World War I, not only broke with the prevailing preference for ornate watch cases but also marked a significant innovation in men's watches. After the initial success of the Tank Normale, Mr. Cartier understood the need for an outstanding follow-up to ensure the Tank series secured a firm place in consumers' hearts.
The Tank Louis Cartier, launched in 1922, was Cartier's perfect answer. Compared to the Tank Normale, the Tank Louis Cartier was larger and featured a more rectangular design with smoother lines and a more masculine aesthetic. Unsurprisingly, the Tank LC quickly became popular, and over the years, different versions of the Tank LC have graced the wrists of many prominent figures in various fields. As one of the most recognizable models in the Cartier Tank series, the Tank LC not only boasts a classic design but also incorporates many details that define Cartier's unique DNA, such as the distinctive Roman numeral hour markers, the railway-track minute scale, the sword-shaped blued steel hands, and the beaded winding crown set with a cabochon gemstone.Last year, Cartier finally launched a new Tank Louis Cartier in a larger size of 38.1 x 27.75 mm. This size was unprecedentedly large for the traditional Tank LC, but from a modern perspective, it means the Tank LC has finally been released in a normal size. Although the new Tank LC is larger, its unique classic charm remains undiminished compared to the traditional size; in fact, its presence has become even more powerful.
The new model is available in two case materials: 18K yellow gold and rose gold. It features a thickness of 8.18 mm and is powered by the 1899 MC automatic movement, an ultra-thin in-house automatic movement previously designed specifically for the American Tank watch. This movement has a diameter of only 20.8 mm, a thickness of 3.63 mm, a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, and a power reserve of 40 hours. The best tag heuer monaco replica watches at captainthewatch.is.



