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List price struck through — this holding, at this figure, while it lasts. Checkout locks the price you see.
Insured worldwide delivery included · pay by crypto at checkout
The movement inside This reference is built with either calibre. The choice changes the price, the rate and the reserve — nothing else about the watch.
| Base | Seiko NH35 or Miyota 8215, automatic | Swiss clone of the maison's own calibre |
|---|---|---|
| Rate | ±15 to 25 seconds a day | ±5 to 10 seconds a day |
| Reserve | About 40 hours | 55 to 70 hours |
| Balance | 21,600 A/h · six beats a second | 28,800 A/h · eight beats a second |
| Servicing | Any watchmaker can service it; parts are everywhere | Serviced by a specialist; finished as the original is |
| Suited to | Wearing daily, keeping simply, spending less | Matching the reference exactly, and glass casebacks |
The Swiss movement is $50 more. That figure buys the rate, the reserve and a movement that reads correctly through a glass back — not a different watch.
Which we would take. If it is to be worn every day and serviced down the road from you, the Japanese is the honest answer. If it has to survive a loupe against the reference — or the caseback is glass and the movement is meant to be seen — take the Swiss.
The exact base calibre for this reference is confirmed in writing, with the QC film, before anything is dispatched. The two movements, explained
- Ships from the USA
- QC film before ship
- 2-year warranty · insured express
Add to cart, enter your ship-to details, then pay with crypto — or message the desk (replies typically within a few hours, Pacific business hours). QC film usually same day after payment clears — reply GL to ship or RL for another. Japanese +$50 · Swiss +$100.
Before you decide: how we inspect · Swiss or Japanese · what 1:1 means · FAQ
Description
The Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm collection exudes elegance and sophistication. Measuring 42mm x 13mm, the 316L stainless steel case is meticulously CNC-polished to a radiant shine. Its craftsmanship rivals the original, perfectly capturing the unique spirit of the original. The factory-quality dial, hands, and spinel surpass all current imitations, making them the watch's most compelling selling points. Powered by the Tianjin 2824 movement, it offers a choice between genuine American alligator leather and a top-grade 316L stainless steel strap. The steel bracelet is exquisitely polished, resembling a silver dial, with a refined finish combining polishing and brushing. The overall luster is vibrant and flowing, showcasing its superior quality. (v6 factory produced by [factory name missing], actual product photos).
Specifications
| Maison | Cartier |
| Case size | 42 MM |
| Movement | 2824 |
| Dial | Silver |
| Grade | Standard |
| Warranty | Two years, mechanical defects |
| Dispatch | 1–2 business days after QC approval |
Any term in this table can be looked up — beat rate, lug-to-lug, amplitude, power reserve — in the glossary.
What you see on the QC film
Macro stills and short film of your exact watch — dial print and lume, case flanks, bezel action, clasp stampings, crown threads, and the movement running. Nothing ships until you reply GL. RL means we swap or adjust first. See how ordering works.
Shipping & delivery
After GL: 1–2 business days to prep, then insured express (DHL, UPS or EMS) another 5–10. Tracking is e-mailed the moment the piece leaves. Packaging is double-boxed and discreet.
Warranty & returns
Two-year warranty against mechanical defects. Unworn pieces may be returned within 14 days or exchanged within 30, protective seals intact. Full terms.
Off the sweep
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Silver Dial
Not a studio frame. The same piece, in the room it was photographed in, with nothing tidied out of the way.
As it arrives
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Silver Dial
Kept unretouched: what is in this photograph is what goes into the parcel.
From the bench
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Silver Dial
One of our own frames rather than a catalogue picture — included because it shows what a white background hides.
Off the sweep
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Silver Dial
Not a studio frame. The same piece, in the room it was photographed in, with nothing tidied out of the way.
As it arrives
Cartier Ballon Bleu Steel Silver Dial
Kept unretouched: what is in this photograph is what goes into the parcel.
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