Is $5,900 a good price for this watch?

It is a low price for a new Ballon Bleu automatic, which often lists well above $7,000. Confirm the exact size and reference, since pricing varies a lot between the 36 mm and 42 mm versions.

Is it 36 mm or 42 mm?

The model name says 36 mm but the listed case size is 42 mm. Ask the seller to confirm the diameter and reference number before ordering.

Does it need a battery?

No. It runs on an automatic mechanical movement powered by wrist motion, so it needs servicing every several years instead of battery changes.

It is water resistant, but a leather-strap dress watch is best kept out of pools and showers. Check the stated depth rating before any water exposure.

What comes in the box?

A new Cartier typically ships with its presentation box, warranty card and manuals. Confirm with the seller that the full set and valid warranty are included.

Grey-market and online sellers like Interwatches tend to undercut boutiques year-round, and prices dip around holiday sales. The $5,900 seen on November 3, 2026 is already near the low end.

Where can I buy the Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Automatic 36 mm?

3 stores we checked sell it, including Interwatches, PrestigeTime.com, ModeSens.

Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Automatic 36 mm

Q: Where is the Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Automatic 36 mm cheapest?

At Interwatches, for $5,900.00, 23% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.

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$5,900.00at InterwatchesObserved at 7:43 PM

23% under what the other stores charge

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Our take on the Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier Automatic 36 mm

The Ballon Bleon Bleu de Cartier Automatic is a luxury dress watch defined by its rounded case and the blue cabochon crown set under a curved crown guard. This listing describes a 42 mm round case with an analog display, automatic mechanical movement, scratch-resistant crystal and water resistance. At $5,900 at Interwatches as of November 3, 2026, it sits at the low end of what this model typically sells for new, well below the $7,000-plus often asked at full retail. Note the size conflict: the model name says 36 mm while the specs list a 42 mm case, so confirm the diameter before buying.