I went back and forth between the Small and Large and opted for the latter. My wrists are very average @6.75inch and I wanted the "classic" look but in reality the Small is 1mm smaller than the traditional and I just didn't feel comfortable with it. Somethimg in-between would have been perfect!
@@sunshinesuen6998 as far as I'm aware the 23mm is considered the most "classic" mens size for the Tank Louis historically. The new Must Small is 22mm and therefore even smaller which made it feel just too small for hence I opted for the large which @25mm is slightly larger than the Classic proportions 🙂
The Tank is an icon and my favorite Cartier. Worn by hundreds of celebrities, including Steve McQueen, Muhammed Ali, JFK, Clark Gable, Andy Warhol, Cary Grant, etc. It is the perfect dress watch and looks fantastic on everyone. I think the large size fits you perfectly. A proper dress watch is small, thin and has 2 hands. The tank is not high horology, it is a statement. I have a large Tank Solo and love it.
I’ve never understood an argument not to wear something you love. Just rock that ish. I’d wear this watch with a leather jacket and t shirt and it’d totally jam. It’s a classic, timeless design.
I always wanted one since I saw Mohammed Ali wore one. Happy to say I got one as a graduation gift. Fits perfect! Always wear a watch to see if it belongs.
I've always admired Cartier from afar as I wouldn't really consider myself a "stylish person" and let's face it, Cartier is all about design/style. A few months back I attended a Cartier event with a local watch group where I got to try on everything from the basic Tank Must to pieces well over $100k, it was pretty awesome. Anyway, after attending the event I couldn't shake the Tank from my head. It was incredible on the wrist and I mean just look at it, it's beautiful. I contemplated it for a few weeks and I finally pulled the trigger after my local AD offered me 10% off. I've now owned it for about 6 months and I still LOVE this watch. It's easy to dress it up or down with a quick strap change and it's the most comfortable watch I've ever owned. Yeah, it's quartz but I honestly don't care because this one (for me) is all about the looks.
I bought the Solo for $1,200 last year and I have 7.5'' wrists...I freaking love this watch. Fits great and is timeless. You can't beat preowned prices for Solos.
@@timeisahumanconstruct9251 I’ve narrowed it down to 2 pieces but but dials look different and getting second thoughts. Where did you get yours pre-owned?
I have a tank from the 80 s and I still wear it after all these years and I would never get rid of it's perfect and I have a 7.25 inch wrist with a xl strap it looks great I think
I am a dress watch guy so naturally the Cartier Tank Must is part of my collection. The model I have is an automatic and I love everything about the watch which explains the amount of wrist time it gets. I also have the Seamaster worn by Pierce Brosnan in his first outing a James Bond. I was hesitant about buying it because of the quartz movement but now that I own one I find it to be great fun and the movement only adds to its value as a conversation piece.
I think you‘re absolutely right on the iconic history of the Tank. I‘m also somewhat of a dressier than sporty person. However the quartz movement also somewhat „concerns“ me. Did you find it disappointing in any way to not have an automatic watch for that price point?
@@laurel6339 As I mentioned the model Tank I bought is an automatic. The quartz is the Seamaster worn by Pierce Brosnan in his first Bond outing and that was a quartz. The Seamaster's in the other Bond movies were automatic, owing to that connection to the first Brosnan Bond I am far from disappointed and would buy the watch again.
The watch looks great on your wrist! The problems you point out to are « non-issues » really : you can switch the bracelet soooo easily seriously there’s thousands of options out there ; and price/quartz you knew this from the outset 😜 Overall a great watch you’re lucky!
I have an XL with the automatic movement. I have a 6.5 inch wrist. Purists will say whatever they have to, but u like it and how it looks and how it sits on my wrist.. maybe you should give that a go! The guilloche is also nice, so is the fact that it’s the same movement as the santos.
I am super happy with my XL. My wrists are more in the area of 8 inches (if my conversion is correct), so the XL does not look large on me at all. Also, when I bought it it was less than half the price compared to the Santos with the same automatic movement.^^ Prices went up since then, but I still think it is positioned extremely well compared to alternative dress watches with the same aura.
I have the Tank Must XL and I love it. It’s a surprising strap monster! I have mine on a simple orange canvas strap and it gets tons of compliments. I would love to own a Cartier Tank LC but I’m scared it’ll be too small.
I feel the same about it. I think I'd have to go for the XL. The guilloche dial feels so much more elegant and mechanical nature combine to hit that sweet spot that the flatter dial and quartz don't. And when I wear a dress watch, I want to feel special. It sounds like what you really want is the Santos Dumont. Maybe if you end up in an office down the road you can pick one up. I've got an eye out for a limited release version myself.
This video is so timely as I just bought a preowned Tank Must a few days ago. I actually had the opposite strap dilemma, my wrist is 6.5" and the cartier oem strap that came with mine was almost too long, I use the very first hole and it just fits my wrist. If my wrist was any smaller i would have had to have an extra hole punched. Not sure if this is an option at the time of purchase but sounds like people will need to to be diligent in determining the strap length prior to purchasing this watch.
Gorgeous watch! Love mine. Goes with everything. Change the strap for different looks. Cartier has a beautiful selection. Perfect size in large for men and women.
I simply don't enjoy spending thousands of dollars on watches. Recently I bought a Seiko rectangular watch that looks similar to the Cartier Tank. It is beautiful, classic, refined and high quality, as well as very reliable, at a couple hundred dollars. It is multiple tiers down from the leagues of the Cartier but I'm totally good with that. It gives me great joy to wear and knowing that it didn't cost me as much as a basic car. I now have 4 watches at under $800 each (including a Casio Eco-drive that I actually love), a Grand Seiko at $4,200, and a Longines at $3,500. I am a COO at a mid-size corporation and own homes, small apartments, and commercial land in two countries including the US west coast. I just get so much satisfaction at lowered tiered and therefore practically priced watches. Not sure why, but while I like the slightly more pricey watches, I just don't get more satisfaction wearing them. My wife on the other hand, owns watches and bags that cost as much as luxury cars. But the one she loves the most costs less than a thousand bucks.
This is exactly the case when i prefer a homage. 2k for a simple stainless steel quartz is crazy, i have a 15$ sanda homage and it will do just fine thank you very much.
With a 7.5 inch wrist, the Tank Must XL fits better. The dial also looks better on the XL. The only issue with the XL is its flat leaving some space between the strap and the case unlike the Santos which sits perfectly due to the curved edges. Not sure if that makes sense. JLC reverso fits better since they have curved edges on the case.
Cartier looks good and classic when it's small. I think it looks great on your wrist. I agree with you that they should have made the strap longer, so your AD should give you a free longer strap.
I considered buying a Cartier tank(Large) but I ended up going for an Oris rectangular instead. It’s not as iconic as the tank but it’s mechanical as opposed to quartz and it’s about £1000 less. And in my humble opinion it’s just as attractive
I bought a few today - one small and one large (small a gift) - both with the all black dial and no numerals. To me that alone is a statement. Now - have I tried on the strap nope! I may not considering my 7.5 inch wrist - however I ordered a delugs rubber black strap prior to watching your video and now I’m even happier that I did - to me the rubber will walk the line between elegance and the edge I’m looking for in my daily wear - will also look good next to my oysterflex Daytona
Try the XL if the strap is too small for u and if the watch size is not big enough. I was pleasantly surprised how smart the XL looks even on 6.5in wrist and have a totally diff perspective of the tank after trying it on.
Forget quartz. An automatic at good size (unisex with acceptable lug to lug) with seconds hand does not exist today at cartier. Except the MC or Santos. But need to appreciate both design and scratch magnet on the santos. 😉 that s why I didn t pull the trigger yet. 😁
Cartier Tank is all about understated elegance, it was the popular watch in during the Roaring 20’s and has 100 year old plus design that still today is considered a true classic. I agree with most people here if you dress this up it resonants a lot more than casually wearing it. I have tank must in large alsp, I can’t wait to get an alligator strap on it. The straps it comes with are not the best I’ll admit that.
This watch looks very good on your wrist, it isn't too small for Cartier (classic watch) at all but I agree with you that they should have make the strap longer. By the way I really like your channel.
In this style the jlc reverso would be my choice but this is at a different price point. In my experience I couldn't force myself to be a dress watch guy. After trying to I've always connected more with my divers.
If you are concerned about scratching the bezel on a Santos De Cartier then take a look at the Blue bezel variants. I've had on as a daily for 2 or 3 months no scratch's. As for the quartz movement I think the idea behind that is not only price but also many small and large tanks will be uses by none gearhead woman who mostly what a watch they can pick up and wear with out the need to set. The same can be said about most small watches, even the likes of Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet and Patek all have quartz movements in their range.
A good alternative is the Longines Dolcevita, half the price of the Tank, automatic and with many size, dial and strap options. And from a manufacturer with some great history as well.
Kid . . . size is relative. I have an 8-1/4" wrist circumference and my collection contains watches from a 60mm (without the crown) Zlatoust 191ChS and a G-Shock Mudmaster (the big one) all the way down to a Cartier Louis (the "real" one). I haven't been able to wear a single watch that didn't need a custom strap made. No problem if it's $250 for a leather strap, but try to resize a Rolex or Cartier with a solid gold bracelet, needing an additional 2 inches of gold and you'll learn what financial pain is. You are absolutely right in that the Tank is not for everyone, and I'm glad for that, which is why I don't wear a Submariner anymore, and it's not a watch for working in the shop, which is why God invented the G-Shock, but its size is what its size is. If Muhammad Ali didn't look like a dork wearing a 23.5mm wide Cartier Tank, nobody does.
I think it looked great on you, the strap would have been an easy solution. I’m biased though since I own several of these. Maybe the extra large would work better for you, but get it on the bracelet, the. Add the strap if you want later.
i feel you. Some watches are just nice to look at but wearing it is another thing. Been going back and forth to Cartier boutiques several times to try out Tank, Santos, Dumont.... they just didnt work for me, it ended up me buying a Chopard LUC.
people who say "The strap looks fine on your wrist, the watch looks fine". There is a difference between social media wrist shot VS real life. Any small watch looks good for social media shot. but usually not always the case IRL
This is interesting; we have the same wrist size and it looks like (I haven't tried it on) the extra large is going to be too big. The strap is disappointing not only for its size for the large but also I'd like to see a deployant clasp rather than tang and buckle.
Glad I came across this and saw it side by side with your Explorer. I want to get his and hers watches for my wife and I. Was considering the small for her and large for myself. May now go large and XL. I think I too was wresting with the concept of a quartz watch. Seems too sterile and uninteresting.
Current Tank Large is even bigger than the classic men’s Tank so its perfectly a men watch. Of course some people might dislike quartz, but on this model its definitely not an issue. No seconds hand makes it even more elegant. And Cartier is about design and style in my opinion
HEY I JUST BOUGHT MINE AND IT CAME WITH A LARGER STRAP VERY VERY CONFORTABLE... AND THE OTHER THING IS THAT THIS WATCH SURPRISINGLY FOR ME WAS THAT IM FINDING MYSELF WEARING THIS WATCH WITH ANY ATTIRE SHORTS JEANS TSHIRT SUIT YOU NAME IT! ITS INCREDIBLE HOW THIS WATCH CAN BE AN EVERYDAY WATCH
I'm the same way about quartz. It's completely irrational but I just can't bond with them since they don't feel "alive" for lack of a better term. This hobby is so stupid but I can't help it. Personally I think the size looks perfect for a Cartier.
The Cartier Tank Must extra-large with black leather strap clips on and is of automatic movement- I just got mine and love it so that might be a suitable alternative for you!
Hey nice review, did you try the cartier santos? Silver dial up to 6 years quartz ? Give it a try I think its the best one, i fell in love with it. The sunburst dial, the alligator blue strap, the case is a mix between the santos and the tank. It feels just right
Yes the guilloche on the Tank Francaise is really nice - they only offer that on the XL, which also has an automatic movement. I also think £2660 for a quartz watch is a bit much, but: the new Tank Must large size has the same dimensions and case shape as the Tank Louis. The predecessor, the Tank Solo large, was bigger (34.8 x 27.4mm vs 33.7x 25.5mm), and had a flattened case. Maybe all that makes it less dressy? I think the design of the Tank Louis was never meant to be XL though. Cartier always made bigger watches in the past, for example the Cintrée or the Baignoire Allongée. But they are curved then, to follow the wrist. - A bit strange the strap was too short. Looks as if they were trying to say it’s a ladies’ watch, which it really isn’t.
The XL is bigger 31*41, about 2K more but with a date complication and an automatique movement. It also has a pattern on the dial. But agreed the L is stop small and not a fan. I’d like to try the XL on the wrist as the L was a big let down.
I have the Tank Must XL with two XL straps (black and blue). I have 8” wrists so the XL works well on me. Couldn’t pass up the automatic movement, second hand, date complication and more elaborate dial the XL offers.
Man that watch looked incredible on you! I purchased the small version for my wifes birthday last year and in turn she then bought me the large model for my birthday! I am having the same problem with the strap that you are having. It fits too tight on my wrist until I get a bigger strap. Other than that I reall love the design and fit of it and it is a watch I most likely have mistakenly overlooked!
The size Small is the same proportions as the classic Tank Louis worn by Muhammad Ali and co. The teeny tiny Tank on a man is definitely a look. Having said that, very disappointed to hear that the Must comes with such a short strap 🤨
@@HarrisonElmore try it, it’s such a great watch for wearing with a t-shirt and jeans IMO. Changing the straps easily makes it dressier or more casual. The larger size helps as well.
I agree about the strap. My wrist is the same size as yours and I had the same experience. I put it on a custom strap and love it. You might have been happier with it on the bracelet. I think if you put your Explorer on a nice leather strap that might be all the dress watch you need.
I had a large Tank Solo on the bracelet, which I moved along a few years ago. Just yesterday, I picked up the large Tank Must in the all black dial - I really like it, but it does feel a bit smaller (perhaps as its on a strap). I have a slightly larger wrist than you, and the strap fits normally - the pin buckles four holes in. Agree that the lack of guilloche on the Must makes its a bit less special than than the solo. Awesome video again. Appreciate what you say - and how you share it - in the watch space.
I want to like the Tank but I realized it's not for me. I kept nitpicking them, "Too small, too shiny, this one's too big, too-". Again, not for me. Feeling like a fool for losing money on selling some Solos and an Americaine, I just went back to my old Shinola Omaha.
I was gifted a Must 40 yrs ago when I was 17 and back then didn’t feel it was small, that watch was lost to time and I sadly didn’t keep it. I think we’ve just become used to larger watches over the yrs. I picked up a maroon must in 21 and maybe it’s becoz I’ve filled out a bit but it does feel small on my 7 1/2 wrists. The XL I tried feels oversized for a classic tank although beautiful. I feel a size between the large and extra large would be perfect. The design is just perfection!
Probably the large. The XL is pretty darn big, so you may lose the elegant look you’re after. It’ll look marginally smaller than mine does on my 6.75” wrist
Just got back from cartier. The extra large tank is too big, the large is too small. Santos fit best but I’m not a huge fan :( 6.75 inch wrist seems to put me in this position for a few watch brands.
I agree it's very expensive for a quartz movement. I don't think it's really worth much more than $500, maybe 7-800 because they do put an expensive blue sapphire on the side. All that it has going for it as a classic look. but the face is just printed, and the movement costs $2...
I know it’s an old comment but I have this watch and on this price range it is not real sapphire but synthetic material. Not sure what happens in the higher priced ones though
@@birilol yes they're all the same... I have realized that there's more to a watch than just it's movement, i.e. more detailed finishing techniques do cost a lot more money. so I'm probably off in my assesment. I also now own a few pieces of cartier eyewear and I'm thrilled with how they make me look, the build quality is god level, the design is unique and consistent with other cartier themes, so even though it's not my favorite watch, Cartier definitely leaves people very satisfied with their products and this watch is probably no exception.
I found it too small. I’ve got a large wrist but I couldn’t get the strap to wear on my wrist when I tried it on. The case did look a little too small for my liking. I tried the XL too but that was too big, kinda ugly, the proportions just looked wrong for a tank. I’d ideally want something in the middle between those two.
My personal opinion is that this doesn’t look small at all on your wrist (as shown at around 6:10) seems like a very refined watch thats also stepping in jewelry territory. Also nice video overall! :)
I appreciate this video because you discussed and compared their watch size and personal preferences. I made a mistake last year when I purchased an Omega Speedmaster 38. I purchased this online and did not have any experience trying the model on. I was so excited to own it that I ignored my own issue with the bracelet width. At the time I did not know why I felt a certain way about my watch, but it was bugging me. I have been wearing a DateJust alot during that year and love the proportions of the dial, bracelet width, and how it tapers down. The Datejust is a 36mm case with a 20mm bracelet width (lug to lug). The Omega Speedmaster was a 38mm case, but a 19mm bracelet (lug to lug). That 1mm difference bothered me and I could not get over it. I just felt the proportions were not right. Eventually, I gave the watch to my wife and it looks great on her. I realized that I enjoy a watch with a bracelet width no less than 20mm. Anything less, and it will feel feminine. I might make allowances if the watch was vintage, as 18-19mm widths were common in the 50-70s. I am eyeing the Tank Must XL. I have tried it on and I do like it's size. Not too large but not too small that I think it dainty. I think the lug width of the XL is 22mm, which I was surprised, but it looks great. I am saving to purchase it.
I don’t think the 1mm difference in lug width would have bothered you that much if the Onega would have had a 36 mm case, but since it had a 38 mm case it would actually look 3mm smaller than the dimensions of the Rolex…. Being that the Omega was 38mm it should of had a 21 or 22mm lug width to have the same feel as the Rolex
@@MrCoachab I understand what you mean. After owning a few watches I realize that 20mm is my minimum width when it comes to lug width. I have a 35 mm Tissot on a 18 mm band that I purchased in 2000 and I never wear it. It's too dainty for my tastes.
You nailed it. As far as Cartier providing you with a strap, forget it. Unless you arrive with a chauffeur driving a Bentley, wearing a bespoke suit and want to spend $40,000, you're not worth their time.
Great review! I owned a Tank Solo and sold it, decided rectangular watches were not for me. Also, I actually prefer dress watches on a bracelet (like a Grand Seiko heritage collection watch, as an example), but the Tank Solo's bracelet, which I did not even buy, looks quite bad. The Must actually has a very good looking bracelet, so I was a bit jealous of that. Sorry to hear the strap didn't fit you, for what it's worth, Cartier straps are awful. The leather quality just is not there, and very disappointing for a luxury company like Cartier. I swapped out the strap right away when I had mine. At least the buckle quality is good and well designed. I guess Cartier is just better at metal stuff rather than leather? Seems to make sense given they are a jewelry company.
The new solar beat is awesome and for a watch that price you should try it at the authorised dealer first before buying I do agree with your assessment that it’s too expensive for a quartz watch but remember Cartier was meant to be worn by royals and not for us mere commoners 😂 all these high end watches are overpriced that’s why the Seiko tank is my choice but who knows I may get a Cartier Tank if I find a good used example cheap but that’s easier said than done everyone wants one now so they are popular even second hand not like 30 years ago when you could get one for 300 bucks grey market
i have same size wrist as you. i think this is the just perfect size/proportion for men for FORMAL DRESS WATCH . i have a seiko tank homage of cartier (quartz) of roughly similar dimensions (which is abit hard to find for seiko) for men's size at around 25mm x 32mm which is just nice for me. not too big and not too small for a dress watch for men. i purchased another "vintage era" credor tank at around 33mm x 24mm ...the strap is indeed too short so i think i should get a new strap for the credor. dont give up tank size just due to short straps.
I just received my watch today, I bought on the bracelet and love it on the bracelet. I agree the price seems a little bit high for what it is but I'll probably wear a fair bit, Smart casual as well as wearing to an occasion. I have 6.5 inch wrists and I think it's a good size for me. Thanks for a great video .
how does a strap not fit you when you can clearly use the stock holes in the strap 🤔 does a strap only fit when you use say the 4th hole from the lug ? 🤷🏻♂️ It looks perfect for your wrist , I really think your nit picking here , no watch is ever perfect remember.
I have slim wrists and usually wear 38mm, when i got the tank solo, i thought it looked really small but after a bit it seemed just perfect. You gotta get used to shape, i think the length makes up for it.
The strap didn't fit my wrist too, and the store offered to give me a bigger (Cartier) strap for free, they just had to order it. By the time it arrived (and I had already purchased the watch), they gave me a strap alright... with no clasp or anything, just a piece of leather. I was not impressed!
The Tank isn’t small and its size is just fine. Although overpriced for a quartz model. They should’ve just offered the Mechanical version and it would’ve been popular, I’m certain.
IMO,even the smallest tank is a good size for men. The style of tank is Based on its small size.
For sure anyone can wear any size! More time and a larger strap sure would’ve helped me reconsider
I went back and forth between the Small and Large and opted for the latter. My wrists are very average @6.75inch and I wanted the "classic" look but in reality the Small is 1mm smaller than the traditional and I just didn't feel comfortable with it. Somethimg in-between would have been perfect!
@@mazrashid6549 1mm smaller？
@@sunshinesuen6998 as far as I'm aware the 23mm is considered the most "classic" mens size for the Tank Louis historically. The new Must Small is 22mm and therefore even smaller which made it feel just too small for hence I opted for the large which @25mm is slightly larger than the Classic proportions 🙂
Nah I bought the small for my mom and it’s too small.
I think the smaller tank actually looked great on your wrist. It’s something you get used to and adds to the classical feel.
I agree it’s classic. I blame the strap
agree, the size looks good. it’s classic.
Could you not have changed out the strap? @@HarrisonElmore
@@HarrisonElmoreyou know there’s 100s of leather straps out there right ?
The Tank is an icon and my favorite Cartier. Worn by hundreds of celebrities, including Steve McQueen, Muhammed Ali, JFK, Clark Gable, Andy Warhol, Cary Grant, etc. It is the perfect dress watch and looks fantastic on everyone. I think the large size fits you perfectly. A proper dress watch is small, thin and has 2 hands. The tank is not high horology, it is a statement. I have a large Tank Solo and love it.
Enjoy! I think I’ll get one some day. Maybe just not yet. I’m in Carhartts more than suits
I got XL large even if I am only 5.8 and 180lbs
@@amg5795 Same deal, getting the extra large, I like chunkier things.
@@amg5795nothing wrong going with the xl if you wanted a bigger watch than the L. Either way, buy what you like. You made the right choice.
Imagine caring about some celebrity having worn a certain model lmao
I’ve never understood an argument not to wear something you love. Just rock that ish. I’d wear this watch with a leather jacket and t shirt and it’d totally jam. It’s a classic, timeless design.
I always wanted one since I saw Mohammed Ali wore one. Happy to say I got one as a graduation gift. Fits perfect! Always wear a watch to see if it belongs.
I've always admired Cartier from afar as I wouldn't really consider myself a "stylish person" and let's face it, Cartier is all about design/style. A few months back I attended a Cartier event with a local watch group where I got to try on everything from the basic Tank Must to pieces well over $100k, it was pretty awesome. Anyway, after attending the event I couldn't shake the Tank from my head. It was incredible on the wrist and I mean just look at it, it's beautiful. I contemplated it for a few weeks and I finally pulled the trigger after my local AD offered me 10% off. I've now owned it for about 6 months and I still LOVE this watch. It's easy to dress it up or down with a quick strap change and it's the most comfortable watch I've ever owned. Yeah, it's quartz but I honestly don't care because this one (for me) is all about the looks.
You did what your supposed to do. You bought what you like. I have the same watch, you made a good decision.
I bought the Solo for $1,200 last year and I have 7.5'' wrists...I freaking love this watch. Fits great and is timeless. You can't beat preowned prices for Solos.
That's a great price
Solo is large?
@@daveholmberg1644 Yes. It's 34.8mm (lug-to-lug) by 27.4mm (width). The new Must is smaller at 33.7mm by 25.5mm. I prefer the Solo over the Must.
@@timeisahumanconstruct9251 I’ve narrowed it down to 2 pieces but but dials look different and getting second thoughts. Where did you get yours pre-owned?
@@daveholmberg1644 I got it from a Japanese ebay listing. There will be slight dial variations depending on the model and when it was made.
I have a tank from the 80 s and I still wear it after all these years and I would never get rid of it's perfect and I have a 7.25 inch wrist with a xl strap it looks great I think
It’s all about taste and wearability! Enjoy!
I am a dress watch guy so naturally the Cartier Tank Must is part of my collection. The model I have is an automatic and I love everything about the watch which explains the amount of wrist time it gets. I also have the Seamaster worn by Pierce Brosnan in his first outing a James Bond. I was hesitant about buying it because of the quartz movement but now that I own one I find it to be great fun and the movement only adds to its value as a conversation piece.
I think you‘re absolutely right on the iconic history of the Tank.
I‘m also somewhat of a dressier than sporty person. However the quartz movement also somewhat „concerns“ me. Did you find it disappointing in any way to not have an automatic watch for that price point?
@@laurel6339 As I mentioned the model Tank I bought is an automatic. The quartz is the Seamaster worn by Pierce Brosnan in his first Bond outing and that was a quartz. The Seamaster's in the other Bond movies were automatic, owing to that connection to the first Brosnan Bond I am far from disappointed and would buy the watch again.
The watch looks great on your wrist! The problems you point out to are « non-issues » really : you can switch the bracelet soooo easily seriously there’s thousands of options out there ; and price/quartz you knew this from the outset 😜 Overall a great watch you’re lucky!
exactly. the tank is a strap monster. so easy to find other strap options for cheap.
I have an XL with the automatic movement. I have a 6.5 inch wrist. Purists will say whatever they have to, but u like it and how it looks and how it sits on my wrist.. maybe you should give that a go! The guilloche is also nice, so is the fact that it’s the same movement as the santos.
I am super happy with my XL. My wrists are more in the area of 8 inches (if my conversion is correct), so the XL does not look large on me at all. Also, when I bought it it was less than half the price compared to the Santos with the same automatic movement.^^ Prices went up since then, but I still think it is positioned extremely well compared to alternative dress watches with the same aura.
I've got the extra large with metal bracelet and it's stunning,makes you feel special when wearing it.
This is the one watch that I would settle for a replica on.
I have the Tank Must XL and I love it. It’s a surprising strap monster! I have mine on a simple orange canvas strap and it gets tons of compliments. I would love to own a Cartier Tank LC but I’m scared it’ll be too small.
great side-to-side with the explorer for reference
I feel the same about it. I think I'd have to go for the XL. The guilloche dial feels so much more elegant and mechanical nature combine to hit that sweet spot that the flatter dial and quartz don't. And when I wear a dress watch, I want to feel special.
It sounds like what you really want is the Santos Dumont. Maybe if you end up in an office down the road you can pick one up. I've got an eye out for a limited release version myself.
They need to bring back the tank solo.. slightly larger than the must and the buckle makes it more elegant.
I think that's a great idea. The deployant clasp needs to return
This video is so timely as I just bought a preowned Tank Must a few days ago. I actually had the opposite strap dilemma, my wrist is 6.5" and the cartier oem strap that came with mine was almost too long, I use the very first hole and it just fits my wrist. If my wrist was any smaller i would have had to have an extra hole punched. Not sure if this is an option at the time of purchase but sounds like people will need to to be diligent in determining the strap length prior to purchasing this watch.
Yeah I agree. I’m not sure why they don’t have extra they can swap at point of sale
@@HarrisonElmore you bought the tank large or extra large?
Gorgeous watch! Love mine. Goes with everything. Change the strap for different looks. Cartier has a beautiful selection. Perfect size in large for men and women.
Gear head means something very different in the UK😂
Car enthusiast in the US
I simply don't enjoy spending thousands of dollars on watches. Recently I bought a Seiko rectangular watch that looks similar to the Cartier Tank. It is beautiful, classic, refined and high quality, as well as very reliable, at a couple hundred dollars. It is multiple tiers down from the leagues of the Cartier but I'm totally good with that. It gives me great joy to wear and knowing that it didn't cost me as much as a basic car.
I now have 4 watches at under $800 each (including a Casio Eco-drive that I actually love), a Grand Seiko at $4,200, and a Longines at $3,500.
I am a COO at a mid-size corporation and own homes, small apartments, and commercial land in two countries including the US west coast. I just get so much satisfaction at lowered tiered and therefore practically priced watches. Not sure why, but while I like the slightly more pricey watches, I just don't get more satisfaction wearing them.
My wife on the other hand, owns watches and bags that cost as much as luxury cars. But the one she loves the most costs less than a thousand bucks.
Totally fair. Most people have a thing they like to spend on. Watches happen to be mine, but not everyones!
This is exactly the case when i prefer a homage. 2k for a simple stainless steel quartz is crazy, i have a 15$ sanda homage and it will do just fine thank you very much.
With a 7.5 inch wrist, the Tank Must XL fits better. The dial also looks better on the XL. The only issue with the XL is its flat leaving some space between the strap and the case unlike the Santos which sits perfectly due to the curved edges. Not sure if that makes sense. JLC reverso fits better since they have curved edges on the case.
Cartier looks good and classic when it's small. I think it looks great on your wrist. I agree with you that they should have made the strap longer, so your AD should give you a free longer strap.
I considered buying a Cartier tank(Large) but I ended up going for an Oris rectangular instead. It’s not as iconic as the tank but it’s mechanical as opposed to quartz and it’s about £1000 less. And in my humble opinion it’s just as attractive
That Oris is a great looking watch. Enjoy!
I bought a few today - one small and one large (small a gift) - both with the all black dial and no numerals. To me that alone is a statement. Now - have I tried on the strap nope! I may not considering my 7.5 inch wrist - however I ordered a delugs rubber black strap prior to watching your video and now I’m even happier that I did - to me the rubber will walk the line between elegance and the edge I’m looking for in my daily wear - will also look good next to my oysterflex Daytona
Try the XL if the strap is too small for u and if the watch size is not big enough. I was pleasantly surprised how smart the XL looks even on 6.5in wrist and have a totally diff perspective of the tank after trying it on.
Forget quartz. An automatic at good size (unisex with acceptable lug to lug) with seconds hand does not exist today at cartier. Except the MC or Santos. But need to appreciate both design and scratch magnet on the santos. 😉 that s why I didn t pull the trigger yet. 😁
Cartier Tank is all about understated elegance, it was the popular watch in during the Roaring 20’s and has 100 year old plus design that still today is considered a true classic. I agree with most people here if you dress this up it resonants a lot more than casually wearing it.
I have tank must in large alsp, I can’t wait to get an alligator strap on it. The straps it comes with are not the best I’ll admit that.
I think I’m too casual at the moment, but some day!
This watch looks very good on your wrist, it isn't too small for Cartier (classic watch) at all but I agree with you that they should have make the strap longer. By the way I really like your channel.
In this style the jlc reverso would be my choice but this is at a different price point. In my experience I couldn't force myself to be a dress watch guy. After trying to I've always connected more with my divers.
If you are concerned about scratching the bezel on a Santos De Cartier then take a look at the Blue bezel variants. I've had on as a daily for 2 or 3 months no scratch's. As for the quartz movement I think the idea behind that is not only price but also many small and large tanks will be uses by none gearhead woman who mostly what a watch they can pick up and wear with out the need to set. The same can be said about most small watches, even the likes of Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet and Patek all have quartz movements in their range.
A good alternative is the Longines Dolcevita, half the price of the Tank, automatic and with many size, dial and strap options. And from a manufacturer with some great history as well.
But thats not Cartier ;)
@@vostad indeed 😊
Kid . . . size is relative.
I have an 8-1/4" wrist circumference and my collection contains watches from a 60mm (without the crown) Zlatoust 191ChS and a G-Shock Mudmaster (the big one) all the way down to a Cartier Louis (the "real" one). I haven't been able to wear a single watch that didn't need a custom strap made. No problem if it's $250 for a leather strap, but try to resize a Rolex or Cartier with a solid gold bracelet, needing an additional 2 inches of gold and you'll learn what financial pain is.
You are absolutely right in that the Tank is not for everyone, and I'm glad for that, which is why I don't wear a Submariner anymore, and it's not a watch for working in the shop, which is why God invented the G-Shock, but its size is what its size is. If Muhammad Ali didn't look like a dork wearing a 23.5mm wide Cartier Tank, nobody does.
I just ordered the Tank Must Large as a Christmas present for my wife, it seems to be advertised, at least in the UK as a ladies watch.
I think it looked great on you, the strap would have been an easy solution. I’m biased though since I own several of these. Maybe the extra large would work better for you, but get it on the bracelet, the. Add the strap if you want later.
i feel you. Some watches are just nice to look at but wearing it is another thing. Been going back and forth to Cartier boutiques several times to try out Tank, Santos, Dumont.... they just didnt work for me, it ended up me buying a Chopard LUC.
people who say "The strap looks fine on your wrist, the watch looks fine". There is a difference between social media wrist shot VS real life. Any small watch looks good for social media shot. but usually not always the case IRL
I think the watch fits you well. Looks good on you though. Enjoy it in great health.
This is interesting; we have the same wrist size and it looks like (I haven't tried it on) the extra large is going to be too big. The strap is disappointing not only for its size for the large but also I'd like to see a deployant clasp rather than tang and buckle.
Glad I came across this and saw it side by side with your Explorer. I want to get his and hers watches for my wife and I. Was considering the small for her and large for myself. May now go large and XL. I think I too was wresting with the concept of a quartz watch. Seems too sterile and uninteresting.
Current Tank Large is even bigger than the classic men’s Tank so its perfectly a men watch. Of course some people might dislike quartz, but on this model its definitely not an issue. No seconds hand makes it even more elegant. And Cartier is about design and style in my opinion
You should have bought the Tank Must XL. Way bigger, automatic movement, guilloche dial, very good price...
HEY I JUST BOUGHT MINE AND IT CAME WITH A LARGER STRAP VERY VERY CONFORTABLE... AND THE OTHER THING IS THAT THIS WATCH SURPRISINGLY FOR ME WAS THAT IM FINDING MYSELF WEARING THIS WATCH WITH ANY ATTIRE SHORTS JEANS TSHIRT SUIT YOU NAME IT! ITS INCREDIBLE HOW THIS WATCH CAN BE AN EVERYDAY WATCH
Nice! Enjoy!
The Large looked good on you from what i can see. Give it another go. Tshirt and jeans or with a tux, it works.
For some reason you got the short strap version (75 x 105mm, 5 holes) instead of the standard (85 x 115mm, 7 holes)
I'm the same way about quartz. It's completely irrational but I just can't bond with them since they don't feel "alive" for lack of a better term. This hobby is so stupid but I can't help it.
Personally I think the size looks perfect for a Cartier.
Haha agreed. I just like knowing advanced mechanics are on my wrist
The Cartier Tank Must extra-large with black leather strap clips on and is of automatic movement- I just got mine and love it so that might be a suitable alternative for you!
Hey nice review, did you try the cartier santos? Silver dial up to 6 years quartz ? Give it a try I think its the best one, i fell in love with it. The sunburst dial, the alligator blue strap, the case is a mix between the santos and the tank. It feels just right
Why you didn't get the XL was a huge mistake. Larger with the automatic in house movement seems like a no brainer.
Yes the guilloche on the Tank Francaise is really nice - they only offer that on the XL, which also has an automatic movement. I also think £2660 for a quartz watch is a bit much, but: the new Tank Must large size has the same dimensions and case shape as the Tank Louis. The predecessor, the Tank Solo large, was bigger (34.8 x 27.4mm vs 33.7x 25.5mm), and had a flattened case. Maybe all that makes it less dressy? I think the design of the Tank Louis was never meant to be XL though. Cartier always made bigger watches in the past, for example the Cintrée or the Baignoire Allongée. But they are curved then, to follow the wrist. - A bit strange the strap was too short. Looks as if they were trying to say it’s a ladies’ watch, which it really isn’t.
The XL is bigger 31*41, about 2K more but with a date complication and an automatique movement. It also has a pattern on the dial. But agreed the L is stop small and not a fan. I’d like to try the XL on the wrist as the L was a big let down.
I have the Tank Must XL with two XL straps (black and blue). I have 8” wrists so the XL works well on me. Couldn’t pass up the automatic movement, second hand, date complication and more elaborate dial the XL offers.
@@briankenny6883 I went for the XL 😎. I can’t wear it before my wedding but can’t wait.
Man that watch looked incredible on you! I purchased the small version for my wifes birthday last year and in turn she then bought me the large model for my birthday! I am having the same problem with the strap that you are having. It fits too tight on my wrist until I get a bigger strap. Other than that I reall love the design and fit of it and it is a watch I most likely have mistakenly overlooked!
I'm sure I'll be coming back to Cartier sometime! Hopefully soon
The size Small is the same proportions as the classic Tank Louis worn by Muhammad Ali and co. The teeny tiny Tank on a man is definitely a look. Having said that, very disappointed to hear that the Must comes with such a short strap 🤨
True it is. I’m just not as much of a man as Muhammad Ali I think haha
I put mine on a bracelet and it gives it a bit more presence on my 6.75” wrist. I love mine and believe it dresses up and down well.
Sounds like the XL is your solution? Guilloche pattern, a little bigger and 1847 MC movement
Yes I have considered it! I think I’m just not a dress watch guy… yet
@@HarrisonElmore try it, it’s such a great watch for wearing with a t-shirt and jeans IMO.
Changing the straps easily makes it dressier or more casual. The larger size helps as well.
@@bravececil4147 I’ll check it out. I’m sure I’ll have one one of these days!
I like this watch but 3k for a basic quartz without a seconds hand is crazy.😮
If you think it like that 3k is also way to much for a mechanical watch, given that a standard movement costs only around 35$
I agree about the strap. My wrist is the same size as yours and I had the same experience. I put it on a custom strap and love it. You might have been happier with it on the bracelet. I think if you put your Explorer on a nice leather strap that might be all the dress watch you need.
I agree. I think this showed me the Explorer is that piece in my collection
I had a large Tank Solo on the bracelet, which I moved along a few years ago. Just yesterday, I picked up the large Tank Must in the all black dial - I really like it, but it does feel a bit smaller (perhaps as its on a strap). I have a slightly larger wrist than you, and the strap fits normally - the pin buckles four holes in.
Agree that the lack of guilloche on the Must makes its a bit less special than than the solo.
Awesome video again. Appreciate what you say - and how you share it - in the watch space.
That’s great! Enjoy yours. It’s all about taste and enjoyment.
Appreciate it!
I can confirm that the Must is slighter smaller than the older Solo.
Tank LC mechanical small is going to be my next purchase. I plan on wearing it for any occasion, casual to dressy.
Nice! That’s a great looking piece!
Great choice, but it's solid gold and that's not an everyday watch, it gets nicked very easily
THE Perfection
You could have extended the strap with some Velcro. It would also help suppress the luxury look that you made you uncomfortable.
Cartier has been increasing their prices lately. I should have bought a tank months ago. Thanks for the video.
Yeah I"ve been noticing those silent price increases!
I want to like the Tank but I realized it's not for me. I kept nitpicking them, "Too small, too shiny, this one's too big, too-". Again, not for me. Feeling like a fool for losing money on selling some Solos and an Americaine, I just went back to my old Shinola Omaha.
I was gifted a Must 40 yrs ago when I was 17 and back then didn’t feel it was small, that watch was lost to time and I sadly didn’t keep it.
I think we’ve just become used to larger watches over the yrs.
I picked up a maroon must in 21 and maybe it’s becoz I’ve filled out a bit but it does feel small on my 7 1/2 wrists. The XL I tried feels oversized for a classic tank although beautiful. I feel a size between the large and extra large would be perfect.
The design is just perfection!
I agree 100% on the size between the large and the XL. I have the same sizing issue with the reverso. I want a more classic size, just a tad larger
I actually think it looks really good on your wrist!
Great video! Question, where did you get the black gloves from ? Thanks
They’re from Moyer. They gave them to me when I came in the first time. Don’t know where they sourced them
You have nice strong wrists. I think it suits you, I agree, it would look better if it was a fraction bigger.
I have a 7” wrist, which size should I wear? to looks elegant but not too small.
Probably the large. The XL is pretty darn big, so you may lose the elegant look you’re after. It’ll look marginally smaller than mine does on my 6.75” wrist
Just got back from cartier. The extra large tank is too big, the large is too small. Santos fit best but I’m not a huge fan :(
6.75 inch wrist seems to put me in this position for a few watch brands.
Hi. Is this Explorer on the size comparition 36mm or 39mm version?
I agree it's very expensive for a quartz movement. I don't think it's really worth much more than $500, maybe 7-800 because they do put an expensive blue sapphire on the side. All that it has going for it as a classic look. but the face is just printed, and the movement costs $2...
I know it’s an old comment but I have this watch and on this price range it is not real sapphire but synthetic material. Not sure what happens in the higher priced ones though
@@birilol yes they're all the same... I have realized that there's more to a watch than just it's movement, i.e. more detailed finishing techniques do cost a lot more money. so I'm probably off in my assesment. I also now own a few pieces of cartier eyewear and I'm thrilled with how they make me look, the build quality is god level, the design is unique and consistent with other cartier themes, so even though it's not my favorite watch, Cartier definitely leaves people very satisfied with their products and this watch is probably no exception.
I found it too small. I’ve got a large wrist but I couldn’t get the strap to wear on my wrist when I tried it on. The case did look a little too small for my liking. I tried the XL too but that was too big, kinda ugly, the proportions just looked wrong for a tank. I’d ideally want something in the middle between those two.
My personal opinion is that this doesn’t look small at all on your wrist (as shown at around 6:10) seems like a very refined watch thats also stepping in jewelry territory. Also nice video overall! :)
It does look great! I think the strap ruined it and I just don’t wear dress pieces…yet!
I appreciate this video because you discussed and compared their watch size and personal preferences. I made a mistake last year when I purchased an Omega Speedmaster 38. I purchased this online and did not have any experience trying the model on. I was so excited to own it that I ignored my own issue with the bracelet width. At the time I did not know why I felt a certain way about my watch, but it was bugging me. I have been wearing a DateJust alot during that year and love the proportions of the dial, bracelet width, and how it tapers down. The Datejust is a 36mm case with a 20mm bracelet width (lug to lug). The Omega Speedmaster was a 38mm case, but a 19mm bracelet (lug to lug). That 1mm difference bothered me and I could not get over it. I just felt the proportions were not right. Eventually, I gave the watch to my wife and it looks great on her. I realized that I enjoy a watch with a bracelet width no less than 20mm. Anything less, and it will feel feminine. I might make allowances if the watch was vintage, as 18-19mm widths were common in the 50-70s.
I am eyeing the Tank Must XL. I have tried it on and I do like it's size. Not too large but not too small that I think it dainty. I think the lug width of the XL is 22mm, which I was surprised, but it looks great. I am saving to purchase it.
I don’t think the 1mm difference in lug width would have bothered you that much if the Onega would have had a 36 mm case, but since it had a 38 mm case it would actually look 3mm smaller than the dimensions of the Rolex…. Being that the Omega was 38mm it should of had a 21 or 22mm lug width to have the same feel as the Rolex
@@MrCoachab I understand what you mean. After owning a few watches I realize that 20mm is my minimum width when it comes to lug width. I have a 35 mm Tissot on a 18 mm band that I purchased in 2000 and I never wear it. It's too dainty for my tastes.
You probably would've liked the Patek Philippe Calatrava 5296G instead, look it up
You nailed it. As far as Cartier providing you with a strap, forget it. Unless you arrive with a chauffeur driving a Bentley, wearing a bespoke suit and want to spend $40,000, you're not worth their time.
Great review! I owned a Tank Solo and sold it, decided rectangular watches were not for me. Also, I actually prefer dress watches on a bracelet (like a Grand Seiko heritage collection watch, as an example), but the Tank Solo's bracelet, which I did not even buy, looks quite bad. The Must actually has a very good looking bracelet, so I was a bit jealous of that. Sorry to hear the strap didn't fit you, for what it's worth, Cartier straps are awful. The leather quality just is not there, and very disappointing for a luxury company like Cartier. I swapped out the strap right away when I had mine. At least the buckle quality is good and well designed. I guess Cartier is just better at metal stuff rather than leather? Seems to make sense given they are a jewelry company.
Yeah I’m not sure! I thought the Solo bracelet wasn’t my favorite, so I didn’t even explore the mist on the bracelet.
Thanks for the note!
Really am enjoying your videos. Keep it up!
And I do like the Must in Large. Bummer with the strap though.
Thanks! Yeah the strap was a huge downside to me enjoying it
The new solar beat is awesome and for a watch that price you should try it at the authorised dealer first before buying I do agree with your assessment that it’s too expensive for a quartz watch but remember Cartier was meant to be worn by royals and not for us mere commoners 😂 all these high end watches are overpriced that’s why the Seiko tank is my choice but who knows I may get a Cartier Tank if I find a good used example cheap but that’s easier said than done everyone wants one now so they are popular even second hand not like 30 years ago when you could get one for 300 bucks grey market
True! I haven't gotten my hands on the solar beat, but you raise a fair point. I got used to Tank prices from 4 or 5 years ago.
Cartier tanks are supposed to be small on the wrist, that's what makes it classy. Just subtle not flashy
great vid, thank you! Lots of useful info.
Glad it was helpful!
Even though the strap is small and maybe annoying becuase of it's size, but the watch is just beautiful.
i have same size wrist as you. i think this is the just perfect size/proportion for men for FORMAL DRESS WATCH . i have a seiko tank homage of cartier (quartz) of roughly similar dimensions (which is abit hard to find for seiko) for men's size at around 25mm x 32mm which is just nice for me. not too big and not too small for a dress watch for men. i purchased another "vintage era" credor tank at around 33mm x 24mm ...the strap is indeed too short so i think i should get a new strap for the credor. dont give up tank size just due to short straps.
Get the XL like I did
I just received my watch today, I bought on the bracelet and love it on the bracelet.
I agree the price seems a little bit high for what it is but I'll probably wear a fair bit, Smart casual as well as wearing to an occasion.
I have 6.5 inch wrists and I think it's a good size for me.
Thanks for a great video .
♠️ jewelrie on my neck got me taking the piss!
how does a strap not fit you when you can clearly use the stock holes in the strap 🤔 does a strap only fit when you use say the 4th hole from the lug ? 🤷🏻♂️ It looks perfect for your wrist , I really think your nit picking here , no watch is ever perfect remember.
Hmm. I have 7 inch wrists and there was plenty of space on the strap For me.
Prince William wore that quarts Seamaster in his fathers Proclaimation
Yep. Seems like his go to!
Generally Prince William wears his Seamaster as it was a gift from his mother!
@@heeroy7 👍
I have this and the new black dial tank love em
Nice. Still a classic, well build design.
Strap size is not a factor at all to me. It's a strap monster so there are plenty of options.
I like your video, and ... i love this watch! :D
Best comparison video,super like
Thanks!
I'm really struggling with the fact that the small is $3300 now. So depressing.
I have slim wrists and usually wear 38mm, when i got the tank solo, i thought it looked really small but after a bit it seemed just perfect.
You gotta get used to shape, i think the length makes up for it.
The strap didn't fit my wrist too, and the store offered to give me a bigger (Cartier) strap for free, they just had to order it. By the time it arrived (and I had already purchased the watch), they gave me a strap alright... with no clasp or anything, just a piece of leather. I was not impressed!
Yikes! Well at least you got the new strap!
that's completely normal
it looks good on you. REALLY good.
The Tank isn’t small and its size is just fine. Although overpriced for a quartz model. They should’ve just offered the Mechanical version and it would’ve been popular, I’m certain.
Agreed. I think the size is subjective, but the mechanical sure would’ve sold better, even with an eta movement