£3,150.00
Introduced in 1996, the Cartier Tank Française quickly became one of the Maison’s most successful modern watch designs, reinterpreting the iconic Tank with a contemporary integrated bracelet and bolder architectural lines. Reference 2531 is among the most desirable versions of the series, combining the timeless elegance of the Tank with the practicality and visual appeal of a full chronograph. Produced around the turn of the millennium, it represents an important period in Cartier’s modern watchmaking history, when innovative engineering was successfully married to classic design.
This stainless steel example is distinguished by its beautifully preserved, sharp-edged case, retaining the crisp lines and refined proportions that define the Tank Française. The silvered dial displays the classic Cartier Roman numerals with blued steel hands, whilst the chronograph registers are arranged in a balanced and highly legible layout. An unusual and attractive feature is the discreet date aperture positioned at the 12 o’clock position, a detail unique to this model that enhances both its functionality and distinctive appearance without disturbing the symmetry of the dial.
Powering the watch is Cartier’s innovative Chronoflex quartz chronograph movement, developed to provide exceptional accuracy together with an ingenious crown-operated quick time adjustment system. The generous 30 x 36 mm case gives the watch a commanding presence on the wrist whilst remaining unmistakably a Cartier Tank. Combining elegant styling, practical everyday usability and comparatively limited production, the Tank Française Chronograph reference 2531 has become an increasingly sought-after model amongst collectors of modern Cartier watches.
| Case Size | 30mm x 36mm (excluding crown) |
|---|---|
| Complications | Chronograph and Date |
| Delivery | Watch only. |
| Movement | Cartier Chronoflex Quartz |
| Reference | 2531 |
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