Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph XL 1830 18K Gold Leather Watch

Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph 28mm XL in 18K yellow gold featuring white dial with black Roman numerals and chronograph subdials. Reference 1830, quartz movement on brown Cartier leather strap.

Comes with Cartier service paper estimate, Cartier leather bracelet receipt, and Cartier Pouch.

The rectangular Tank case in 18K yellow gold features Cartier's iconic proportions with straight lines and integrated crown guards. The white dial displays black Roman numerals at main hour positions with two chronograph subdials at 12 o'clock (30-minute counter) and 6 o'clock (small seconds). Date window positioned between 4 and 5 o'clock provides practical functionality. The signature blue sapphire cabochon crowns the winding stem while two additional pushers on the right case side operate the chronograph functions. Brown alligator leather strap with Cartier signature provides luxury comfort with deployment or tang buckle closure. Case back engraved with Cartier signature, water resistance rating, Swiss Made designation, and 18K gold hallmark.

The Tank Francaise collection represents Cartier's modern interpretation of the iconic Tank design first created in 1917, adding integrated bracelet styling and contemporary proportions. The Chronograph XL version offers increased case size suitable for men's wear with added stopwatch functionality through the quartz chronograph movement. Reference 1830 in solid 18K yellow gold represents limited production during the 1990s-2000s, combining Cartier's design heritage with practical complications. The quartz movement ensures accurate timekeeping without manual winding while the chronograph complication adds functionality for timing events. Complete with original papers certifying authenticity and Cartier pouch, this watch offers collectors documented provenance and investment-grade completeness.