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Cartier Tortue Watches
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Cartier's creation of the Cartier Tortue watch exemplifies their keen appreciation for originality. Featuring iconic tortoise-shaped cases, these timepieces effortlessly command attention with their distinctive design.
In a sea of round and rectangular watches, the Cartier Tortue stands apart, thanks to its unique shape. Conceived by Louis Cartier himself, the initial model, known as "tortue à pattes" or "turtle on legs," was inspired by the graceful curves of tortoise shells.
Combining classic Cartier elements with innovative design, the Cartier Tortue watch has garnered a dedicated following among discerning watch enthusiasts.
In a sea of round and rectangular watches, the Cartier Tortue stands apart, thanks to its unique shape. Conceived by Louis Cartier himself, the initial model, known as "tortue à pattes" or "turtle on legs," was inspired by the graceful curves of tortoise shells.
Combining classic Cartier elements with innovative design, the Cartier Tortue watch has garnered a dedicated following among discerning watch enthusiasts.
The Cartier Tortue, derived from the French word for "turtle," made its debut in 1912 as Louis Cartier's third watch design, following the Santos-Dumont and Tonneau models. Beyond its distinctive and elegant form, the Tortue played a significant role in Cartier's horology legacy by housing an array of their earliest complications, from minute repeaters to the renowned monopusher chronographs.
The unique tortoise-shaped case, which inspired the collection's name, represented a departure from the conventional round watch designs.
Cartier Tortue watches showcase the brand's iconic style, featuring Roman numerals and a railroad track for the chronograph seconds hand. Furthermore, the collection provided a home for numerous Cartier complications, including perpetual calendars, minute repeaters, and the celebrated Monopoussoir (monopusher) chronograph. While available in a variety of models and sizes, the Cartier Tortue was exclusively crafted in precious metals.
The Cartier Tortue interweaves timeless Cartier design with sophisticated functionalities within its distinct shape. In addition to its inherent elegance, the Tortue's allure lies in its limited release, making it a rare and captivating timepiece that is not easily overlooked.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What Is A Cartier Tortue?
The Cartier Tortue was designed by Louis Cartier in 1912, as the third design of the French maison following the Santos-Dumont and the Tonneau. It is characterized by an elegant tortoise-shell inspired case shape. It comes in both time-only and complicated models, but it is famous for housing many of the brand's most sophisticated complications.
Is The Cartier Tortue Waterproof?
Cartier Tortue watches have a water resistance level of 3 bar or 30 meters. This level of water resistance is enough to protect the watch from rain or hand washing but it is not recommended for use during water sports or swimming. The Cartier Tortue is primarily a dress watch and best worn under the cuff, or during more formal occasions.
Is The Cartier Tortue Discontinued?
The Cartier Tortue has been quietly removed from the Cartier website. However, Cartier Tortue models can still be had by shopping from reliable pre-owned watch retailers, such as SwissWatchExpo.
