In a world of conformity and uniformity, Cartier has always stood out for its embrace and celebration of unique watch designs that nonetheless preserve an aura of pure class. This sweet spot between tastefulness and playfulness is where Cartier has thrived both as a jewelry maker and a watchmaker since 1847.

This piece speaks to exactly what we mean. Sure, it’s a Cartier Tank. Only the most iconic rectangular watch design in history. Yes, it’s a modest 31.5mm timepiece. But don’t get the wrong picture. This piece may be small in stature but it is large in presence. Instead of having the major axis of the rectangle heading north to south on this piece, Cartier rotated the design, making the watch wider east to west! The result is a piece that is every bit a Tank as any other, but that has its own striking identity and personality.

Aka, it’s pretty freaking cool

If we don’t have you yet, this piece is also gem-set on its bezel and case. The crown, usually topped with a sapphire cabochon, is instead set with a diamond. The numerals are stretched to fit the case width and the typeface is distorted to match.

Featuring a modified chemin de fer, the dial of this piece preserves the same design language we have come to know and love from the Cartier Tank collection, including the defining Roman numerals of Cartier lore. This piece is completed with a quartz movement for everyday reliability and a sapphire crystal for uncompromising utility and durability.

Quirky and killer, this watch has a split personality, always counterbalancing its tasteful and reserved personality and its more adventurous details.