Description

Not long ago we presented to you the Cartier Crash Skeleton in Platinum, a 67-pieces limited series. Today, we are bringing you another iteration – the ref. WHCH0008 – in a beautiful burgundy tone, this time limited to 60 pieces only.

The same 45x28mm platinum case is now paired with a burgundy red alligator leather strap. The choice of 950 platinum for this watch adds to its collectibility as it is more tenuous to shape as compared to gold or steel. The unusual curves of some Cartier cases makes their platinum watches much rarer for that very reason. Echoing the theme of the roman numerals and the strap, the crown is ornamented with the signature ruby cabochon from Cartier.

Inside beats the caliber 9618MC whose bridges and baseplate form the architectural skeleton dial. This manual-winding movement offers 72 hours of power reserve, with its gear train and barrels reconfigured to match the unconventional silhouette of the watch. Very ingeniously, the movement bridges double as the Roman numerals – XII, III, VI, IX – which represents a distinctive aesthetic rarely found in contemporary watchmaking. In this edition these numerals have been painted in wine red.

A classic icon of fine watchmaking reinvented with a modern twist, this limited series watch is a must-have for collectors on the look-out for distinguished prizes.

Cartier – Bio

Founded by Louis-Francois Cartier in 1847, the house of Cartier is the luxury jewellers by reference in France.
Jewellers of the royal family and their prominent entourage, they quickly acquired fame in Europe.
Later Louis Cartier gave a second life to old watchmaking traditions with pieces like the mystery clocks, gem-set watches and other flamboyant pieces.
One of their iconic models called the Santos was made in 1904 for his friend and client the aviator from Brazil, Alberto Santos-Dumont.   Followed by other successful models like the Tonneau in 1906, the Tortue in 1912 and the famous Tank in 1919 to mention few.
The brand stayed in the family until 1964 and is now owned by a Swiss watch group.