- Is this watch suitable for everyday wear?
- It can be worn daily, but the leather strap and 30m water resistance make it better suited to office and evening wear. Take it off before swimming, showering or washing up.
- Does it need winding if I don't wear it every day?
- Yes. The automatic movement has a 37-hour power reserve, so it stops after about a day and a half off the wrist. A watch winder or a quick hand-wind keeps it running.
- How does it compare with the steel Ballon Bleu?
- The steel version is lighter, cheaper to service and more casual. This rose gold diamond model is heavier, more formal and far more of a statement piece.
- Is the strap easy to change?
- It uses a standard buckle and spring bars, so a jeweller can swap it, but Cartier's curved lugs mean fitting a third-party strap takes care.
- Can it be worn in the shower or pool?
- No. The 30m rating covers splashes and rain only, not swimming or immersion.
- What is in the box?
- Expect the watch on its leather strap, the presentation box and Cartier's paperwork. Confirm the exact contents with the seller, since pre-owned examples may lack the full set.
- Where is the Cartier Ballon Bleu De 18ct Brilliant-Cut Watch cheapest?
- At Selfridges, for $32,145.00, as of our latest check.