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CIRCA: 2004
REF.: 2618
CASE NUMBER: 2618555915CE
CASE MATERIAL: Steel
CASE DIMENSIONS: 47 x 43 mm
DIAL: Black with Roman numeral hour markers, minute markers and 400 unit tachymetre around the outer rim, magnified date at 3 o'clock, three subregisters: 60 seconds, 30 minutes and 12 hours
BRACELET MATERIAL: Cartier steel with hidden deployant clasp
BRACELET SIZE: 7-1/4 inches
MOVEMENT: Automatic
FUNCTIONS: Time, date, chronograph
CALIBER: 8510
Making a bold statement on the wearer's wrist, the Cartier Roadster was inspired by the car manufacturer and features design elements such as a date window resembling a car windshield, lugs that look like design headlights and a distinctive crown reminiscent of vintage wheels. A watch of ambitious modernity, the Cartier Roadster may be the perfect sports watch for your wrist. Accompanied by Cartier box, warranty booklet and instruction booklet.
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Condition
Moderate scratches throughout metal surface commensurate with wear. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that there is no guarantee on the future working of the movement.
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