This classic Tortue Monopusher was introduced in 2006 as part of the Collection Privée Cartier Paris. In particular, this reference 2762 bears a slightly larger size at 38mm. When viewed in combination with its classic dial and movement developed by some of independent watchmaking’s finest, the watch is an attractive piece for any collector.
Created by Louis Cartier in 1912, the Tortue was only Cartier’s third wristwatch design, after the Santos Dumont and Tonneau. With its unmistakable DNA and Cartier’s timeless style, the model's tortoise-inspired case quickly became a classic. This particular reference 2762 is slightly larger than the standard Monopusher at 38mm, in keeping with contemporary tastes for more substantial watches.
Beneath the curved crystal, a modern-style guilloché dial replaces the design of the original model from the 1920s, with the blued steel Breguet style hands. Building upon the aesthetic introduced in the original 1999 Collection Privée Cartier Paris, the dial blends the best of vintage Cartier, with bolder modern proportions. Additionally, there is the highly coveted "Cartier Paris" signature just below the 12 o’clock marker, invoking further vintage associations.
This Cartier Tortue Monopoussoir also makes use of the calibre 045MC, a movement externally developed by THA Ébauche, a collaborative movement manufacture co-founded by F.P. Journe and which played a pivotal role in the early careers of watchmakers Denis Flageollet and Vianney Halter. The movement uses a lever escapement, and can only be found in the various Tortue Monopoussoir made by Cartier, in addition to the Tank Monopoussoir and De Bethune Monopoussoir.
If sold within the United Kingdom, this Cartier Tortue Monopusher Ref. 2762 will be subject to 20% VAT.
Closer look
| Brand: |
Cartier |
| Model: |
Tortue Monopusher ref. 2762 |
| Movement: |
Manual-winding calibre 045MC |
| Functions: |
Hours, minutes, sub-seconds |
| Features: |
sapphire cabochon
|
| Case Material: |
White gold |
| Case diameter: |
38 x 48mm |
| Crystal: |
Sapphire front and back |
| Strap: |
Oxblood saffiano strap from our own collection |
| Lug Width: |
20mm |
| Year: |
c. 2000 |
| Box & accessories: |
- |
This Cartier CPCP Monopusher 2762 is in very good condition overall. Light superficial marks are seen on the case consistent with relative wear. The guilloche dial and blued steel Breguet hands show virtually no signs of age. The engravings and hallmarks are crisp and well defined.
The watch comes with a two-year warranty from A Collected Man, alongside a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.
