The Cartierist
In the heart of Tokyo, where the neon light intertwines with whispers of ancient spirits, a singular obsession gripped me. Stories of a legendary Cartier watch haunted my nights, its elongated silhouette a siren call that beckoned me through bustling streets and quiet cafes.
The watch, a relic of the 1960s, was a unicorn - adorned with an original 18k gold Cartier brick bracelet that shimmered like sunlight on a tranquil Japanese lake. Each curve told a story, each second echoed with the heartbeat of history. Rare Breguet style hands danced across the dial with the inscription BTE S.G.D.G; a French patent that had long since faded into obscurity.
This was said to be impossible to find, a ghost of craftsmanship that had eluded even the most distinguished collectors. There was only one other similar watch seen, currently owned by the world's greatest collector, but with its unique hands and original brick bracelet, the one showcased here was far rarer.
Watches like this sing. They speak of artistry and rarity, of moments frozen in time. They belong in the light and not in the shadows.
So here it is; a masterpiece powered by an EWC movement.
Although EWC itself ended in the 1950s, watches with stock movements were also sold in the 1960s. Such watches, including just a handful with rectangular cases, are extremely rare. We have also occasionally seen Cartier watches from the 1920s to 1930s with the S.G.D.G inscription, but almost never seen it on watches from this era.
One of the rarest and most elusive Cartier Tank Allongées in all original and excellent condition. Potentially unique.
Perhaps a reason why some of you now call me the Cartierist.
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