The New Ballon Bleu de Cartier 40mm with Interchangeable Bracelet System - Monochrome Watches

In a world dominated by round wristwatches, Cartier has historically been a bit of an outsider, gaining tremendous success with its resolutely non-round case designs that include the likes of the Tank, Crash, Tonneau, and Cloche. That changed in 2007 with the release of the Ballon Bleu de Cartier, a watch that was unmistakably Cartier despite its round shape. This year at Watches & Wonders, Cartier has unveiled a 40mm version of the Ballon Bleu de Cartier with a bracelet and clasp upgrade.

CARTIER Ballon Bleu de Cartier Automatic 40mm Stainless Steel Watch, Ref. No. WSBB0040 for Men

The New Ballon Bleu de Cartier 40mm with Interchangeable Bracelet System - Monochrome Watches

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CRWSBB0040 - Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch - 40mm, automatic movement, steel - Cartier

Cartier Ballon Bleu De Cartier Automatic 40 Mm 40mm WSBB0040

Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch, 40 mm, mechanical movement with automatic winding, calibre 1847 MC. Steel case, fluted crown set with a synthetic cabochon-shaped spinel, dark grey sunray-brushed dial, silvered sword-shaped hands, sapphire crystal, interchangeable steel bracelet, calendar aperture at 3 o'clock. Thickness: 12. 4 mm. Water-resistant to 3 bar (approx. 30 metres).