{"product_id":"cartier-tank-cpcp-2608f-w1539951","title":"Cartier Tank CPCP 2608F W1539951","description":"\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"width: 99.646%; height: 43.1876px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2146%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7743%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6218%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1354%; height: 19.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePapers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 33.2146%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike New (9\/10)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 17.7743%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUndated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 22.6218%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 25.1354%; height: 23.5938px;\"\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOpening Context\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Collection Privée Cartier Paris (CPCP), introduced in the late 1990s, marked Cartier's renewed commitment to traditional mechanical watchmaking. Rather than creating entirely new designs, the collection revisited some of the maison's most historically significant models, pairing them with finely finished mechanical movements and classical dial craftsmanship. Among these was the Tank à Vis Étanche, a faithful interpretation of Cartier's rare waterproof Tank from the 1930s, distinguished by its functional screw-secured construction and unmistakable architectural form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy This Reference Matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eReference 2608F is one of the defining expressions of the Tank à Vis within the CPCP collection. Crafted in 18K yellow gold, it preserves the distinctive square proportions and four exposed corner screws that separate the Tank à Vis from the more familiar Tank Louis Cartier. Its silver guilloché dial, black Roman numerals, chemin de fer minute track and blued steel hands remain unmistakably Cartier, while the manually wound Calibre 437 MC—based on the ultra-thin Piaget 430P—reflects the CPCP philosophy of combining historic design with refined mechanical watchmaking. Rather than relying on complication, the watch draws its character from purity of execution and historical continuity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOn the Wrist\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Tank à Vis wears with an understated confidence that differs from Cartier's longer rectangular Tanks. Its compact, almost square proportions create a balanced presence on the wrist, while the slim manually wound movement allows the case to sit comfortably beneath a cuff. The warmth of the yellow gold case complements the finely engraved silver guilloché dial, and the black alligator strap reinforces its distinctly dress-oriented character. It is a watch that feels intimate rather than imposing, rewarding close appreciation through proportion, finishing and historical detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition \u0026amp; Transparency\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThis example features an 18K yellow gold Tank à Vis case with its signature four exposed corner screws, a silver guilloché dial with black Roman numerals and blued steel hands, and a black alligator leather strap fitted with an 18K yellow gold Cartier ardillon buckle, matching the configuration shown. The watch is powered by the manually wound Cartier Calibre 437 MC and retains the solid screw-secured caseback characteristic of the Tank à Vis Étanche. As always, particular attention should be given to case condition, dial preservation, movement performance, strap\/bracelet condition, and overall set completeness—communicated strictly on verified information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy It Belongs in a Collection\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Tank à Vis occupies a distinctive place within both Cartier's history and the CPCP era. It appeals to collectors who appreciate historically faithful reinterpretations rather than more widely recognised contemporary designs. By combining one of Cartier's lesser-seen vintage case designs with an ultra-thin manually wound calibre, it offers a compelling expression of the maison's approach to classical watchmaking and remains a thoughtful addition to a collection focused on historically significant dress watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClosing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eThe Cartier Tank à Vis Étanche CPCP 2608F reflects a period when Cartier looked inward to celebrate its own heritage through traditional craftsmanship and mechanical excellence. Faithful to an uncommon historical design while executed to the high standards that define the CPCP collection, it is a watch whose appeal lies not in excess, but in authenticity, proportion and enduring elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/b\u003e 28 mm × 40 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eCase Material:\u003c\/b\u003e 18K Yellow Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eStrap:\u003c\/b\u003e Black Leather Strap with 18K Yellow Gold Cartier Ardillon Buckle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eDial:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSilver Guilloché Dial with Black Roman Numerals and Blued Steel Hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ePower Reserve:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 38 Hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li2\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eMovement:\u003c\/b\u003e Manual-Winding (Cartier Calibre 9701 MC)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eShipments are delivered under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU) terms, with duties and taxes payable by the recipient.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TimeTells","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53418587324716,"sku":null,"price":26888.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0919\/4982\/6348\/files\/W1539951-1.jpg?v=1783564946","url":"https:\/\/www.timetells.shop\/products\/cartier-tank-cpcp-2608f-w1539951","provider":"TimeTells","version":"1.0","type":"link"}