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2001 Cartier Tank Basculante 2390 - Stainless Steel White Roman Dial

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A Mechanical Twist On An Icon
The Cartier Tank is a foundational piece of watch design, an icon of form and proportion. The Basculante is what happens when Cartier applies mechanical ingenuity to that perfect form. Introduced in the 1930s, its unique tilting mechanism allows the case to swing within an outer frame, protecting the crystal or transforming the watch into a small desk clock. It is a more complex and engineered solution than its contemporaries, executed with Cartier's signature elegance.
Stainless Steel Utility
This reference 2390 from 2001 renders the classic Basculante design in durable stainless steel, shifting its context from a formal dress piece to a versatile daily watch. The execution is clean and modern, retaining the classic white Roman numeral dial that defines the Tank aesthetic. The proportions are classic, but the clever engineering gives it a substantial and engaging presence on the wrist that sets it apart from any other Tank.
A Clean Example With A Unique Mark
This example is in very good condition. The case retains its sharp lines, and the white dial is clean. The underside of the tilting frame is engraved with "Cartier" and "2001," suggesting it may have originally been a display piece from its year of production. As with every watch we offer, this piece has been verified as mechanically sound and is ready to wear.
More Than A Watch, An Object
The Basculante is for the person who appreciates clever design and tactile interaction. It has a party trick, but one grounded in real engineering. Winding the manual movement each morning creates a direct connection to the watch, a daily ritual that a quartz or automatic piece cannot offer. Flipping the case is satisfying and discreet. This is a watch for someone who understands that the best designs are often the ones you can interact with.
Key Specs
Reference: 2390
Model: Tank Basculante
Year: 2001
Movement: Manual
Case Size: 25x32mm
Strap: Leather with Original Buckle
Dial: White Roman
Metal: Stainless Steel
SKU: 936
2001 Cartier Tank Basculante 2390 Stainless Steel White Roman Dial Manual 25 mm
2001 Cartier Tank Basculante 2390 - Stainless Steel White Roman Dial Sale price$14,500.00 USD