Cartier Tank Solo vs Tank Must

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Mar 23, 2023

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What is the difference between Cartier Tank Solo vs Tank Must?

Today we are going to talk about the difference between Cartier Tank Solo vs Tank Must. The main difference between the Cartier Tank Solo and Tank Must watches is in their watch case design and the materials used. Tank Solo XL is being replaced with Tank Must XL. Pretty much similar sizes.

The Cartier Tank Solo has a classic and timeless design, with a clean, simple and refined aesthetic. It features a stainless steel case, a silvered opaline dial with black Roman numerals, sword-shaped blued steel hands, and a sapphire crystal. It comes in a range of sizes, from small, large to XL.

The Cartier Tank Must, on the other hand, is a more modern and bold interpretation of the Tank watch, featuring a larger case and a thicker strap. It has a stainless steel case, a colored lacquered dial with black Roman numerals, sword-shaped hands with a luminescent coating, and a sapphire crystal.

Tank Solo vs Tank Must crown

Pointed blue synthetic cabochon crown vs domed crown.

Tank Must vs Tank Solo Bezel

Tank Must has rounded watch bezel unlike flat on Solo, which is usual Louis Cartier feature.

Movement

The Extra-large model is powered by the caliber 1847 MC, Cartier’s entry-level in-house movement with 40 hours of power reserve. This model also has central seconds and a date aperture at 6 o’clock, courtesy of the movement, and features additional refined touches that include guilloche stamping on the dial and a beaded crown (the crown of the other two sizes is merely knurled). The small and large sizes are available as with a traditional quartz movement with a stated autonomy of 8 years – gem-set variants with brancards paved with brilliant-cut diamonds are also available (0.48 ct in the large model, 0.46 ct in the small model).

Tank Solo vs Tank Must watch band system

Finally, Tank Must have both easy switch strap and bracelet feature (and a better bracelet), which alone is a better feature for upgrade. But what about the rest when comparing on the straps? Which of them looks better? Thoughts?

Cartier Tank Must vs Tank Louis

When it comes to embodying the true essence of Cartier style, in my opinion, nothing quite compares to the Tank Louis Cartier. Whenever Cartier crosses my mind, it’s the Tank LC that immediately springs to attention. The esteemed George Cramer, a distinguished Cartier expert, once asserted in an article, “The Tank Louis Cartier reigns supreme among tanks.” Crafted solely from precious metals and adorned with a sapphire in its crown rather than the synthetic cabochon spinel seen in the Tank Must, it stands as the quintessential declaration of the Parisian brand’s elegance and sophistication.

Cartier Tank Must price from $2480 – $3550 USD

Cartier Tank Louis Price $13100 USD

Cartier Tank Must Extra-Large Model

Cartier Tank Must XL Ref. WSTA0040 is part of the iconic Tank collection. Here are some details about this watch:

Ref. CRWSTA0040 (steel on calfskin strap)
Ref. CRWSTA0053 (steel on steel bracelet)

Diameter: 41 mm by 31 mm
Height: 8.37 mm
Material: Stainless steel
Crystal: Sapphire

Movement: 1847 MC
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, date
Winding: Automatic
Frequency: 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz)
Power reserve: 40 hours

Strap: Calfskin or stainless steel bracelet with QuickSwitch system

Limited edition: No
Availability: From September at boutiques and retailers
Cartier Tank Price: US$3,550 (strap); US$3,900 (bracelet )

Watch strap buying guide for Cartier Tank Must XL

Watch end lug size: 23mm
Buckle end lug size: 18mm
Buckle type: Type 4 with quick release spring bar system

(Be sure to send us picture of your watch buckle to confirm the buckle type and confirm the lug size with us)

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Cartier Tank Solo discontinued and replaced with Must collection

All in all, both Cartier Tank Solo and Must looks very similar and both look very nice to me. Since the Cartier Tank Solo discontinued, you can only find Tank Solo in the secondary watch market.

What is Cartier Tank Solarbeat?

Tank Must Watch, Large Model, SolarBeat™ Photovoltaic Movement. Steel Case, WSTA0059. Beaded crown set with a synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel, silvered dial, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, black strap (made without animal materials), steel ardillon buckle. Case dimensions: 33.7 mm x 25.5 mm, thickness: 6.6 mm. Water-resistant to 3 bar (approx. 30 metres).

Can you make quick release watch band for my Cartier Tank Solo, Tank Americaine, Tank Francaise watch?

Yes, we can custom leather watch bands and punch holes to make quick switch system watch band. The Quick release system allows for easy interchangeability of the strap, no tool needed (video below)

Watch Band Spring bars Type: Quick Release vs Curved vs Tradition

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