Ballon Bleu De Cartier Watch
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The diamond watch is perfect for every day and the plain one is too. The diamonds only stand out because the picture is so big. IRL the diamonds are subtle, but beautiful. Buy what will make you happy long term. You are the one wearing the watch and will look down at your watch and smile.
You summed it up perfectly… looking down at it and making me smile… diamonds it is. Thank you x
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The plain ballon bleu strikes me as very ordinary. Go for the diamonds. That's stunning and IMHO it's very wearable.
Thank you. I was looking at US website but didn’t see it. Will probably call customer service to see I could order it.
Good idea, I am pretty sure I've seen them at the store on Monday. Good luck!
Sorry to bump an old thread, but I just wanted to post that I recently decided on and purchased a Ballon Bleu 33mm thanks to all the great insights on this forum. It's a beautiful watch.
What hasn't been mentioned here yet is that Cartier quietly released new updated models of some Ballon Bleu styles with the user-interchangeable quick-change bracelet/strap feature. I don't believe this feature had been offered in the 33mm size before. So instead of paying Cartier an exorbitant amount and being watchless for a while like before, you can now change the look of the watch instantly at home without any special tools (just use fingernail). A great excuse to purchase if you have been sitting on the fence!
Here is an animation showing how it works:
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For the watch with the diamonds pictured in this thread, here is the previous reference number and the new (interchangeable bracelet) model's reference number. If it matters to you to be able to change the bracelet/strap easily, make sure to pick up the newer model as the price is the same (I nearly bought the old model which I would have regretted). One might also be able to get a sweet deal on the older model from an authorized dealer if bracelet/strap interchangeability doesn't matter to you.
Ballon Bleu 33mm, automatic, steel, diamond bezel
Old reference number: WSBB0016
NEW reference number: W4BB0023
When I called Cartier to inquire they told me that the old model had not been retired and I could still order it, but that turned out to be very inaccurate as it disappeared from the website shortly after and the new model appeared.
Hope that helps someone!
What hasn't been mentioned here yet is that Cartier quietly released new updated models of some Ballon Bleu styles with the user-interchangeable quick-change bracelet/strap feature. I don't believe this feature had been offered in the 33mm size before. So instead of paying Cartier an exorbitant amount and being watchless for a while like before, you can now change the look of the watch instantly at home without any special tools (just use fingernail). A great excuse to purchase if you have been sitting on the fence!
Here is an animation showing how it works:
Cartier - Watches & Wonders
Cartier Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022. Cartier’s new arrivals and latest trends are presented in an immersive site that brings together unique experiences and interactions.
For the watch with the diamonds pictured in this thread, here is the previous reference number and the new (interchangeable bracelet) model's reference number. If it matters to you to be able to change the bracelet/strap easily, make sure to pick up the newer model as the price is the same (I nearly bought the old model which I would have regretted). One might also be able to get a sweet deal on the older model from an authorized dealer if bracelet/strap interchangeability doesn't matter to you.
Ballon Bleu 33mm, automatic, steel, diamond bezel
Old reference number: WSBB0016
NEW reference number: W4BB0023
When I called Cartier to inquire they told me that the old model had not been retired and I could still order it, but that turned out to be very inaccurate as it disappeared from the website shortly after and the new model appeared.
Hope that helps someone!
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Congratulations! It’s a beautiful watch. Wear it in good health. Thank you for passing on the information about the new straps. What a game changer!Sorry to bump an old thread, but I just wanted to post that I recently decided on and purchased a Ballon Bleu 33mm thanks to all the great insights on this forum. It's a beautiful watch.
What hasn't been mentioned here yet is that Cartier quietly released new updated models of some Ballon Bleu styles with the user-interchangeable quick-change bracelet/strap feature. I don't believe this feature had been offered in the 33mm size before. So instead of paying Cartier an exorbitant amount and being watchless for a while like before, you can now change the look of the watch instantly at home without any special tools (just use fingernail). A great excuse to purchase if you have been sitting on the fence!
Here is an animation showing how it works:
Cartier - Watches & Wonders
Cartier Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022. Cartier’s new arrivals and latest trends are presented in an immersive site that brings together unique experiences and interactions.
For the watches with the diamonds pictured in this thread, here is the previous reference number and the new (interchangeable bracelet) model's reference number. If it matters to you to be able to change the bracelet/strap easily, make sure to pick up the newer model as the price is the same (I nearly bought the old model which I would have regretted). One might also be able to get a sweet deal on the older model from an authorized dealer if bracelet/strap interchangeability doesn't matter to you.
Ballon Bleu 33mm, automatic, steel, diamond bezel
Old reference number: WSBB0016
NEW reference number: W4BB0023
When I called Cartier to inquire they told me that the old model had not been retired and I could still order it, but that turned out to be very inaccurate as it disappeared from the website shortly after and the new model appeared.
Hope that helps someone!
Looks like Cartier is set to release 33mm steel automatic models with a blue silvered sunray-brushed dial and grey Roman numerals. Available with or without a diamond bezel. Not as classic but very feminine!
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I've tried the one without diamonds today, it's lovely. Sadly I think I would prefer it in size 36 and the larger size doesn't exist in 36 (yet!)
This is really helpful as I’m considering this watch now. Does the same apply for 36mm?Sorry to bump an old thread, but I just wanted to post that I recently decided on and purchased a Ballon Bleu 33mm thanks to all the great insights on this forum. It's a beautiful watch.
What hasn't been mentioned here yet is that Cartier quietly released new updated models of some Ballon Bleu styles with the user-interchangeable quick-change bracelet/strap feature. I don't believe this feature had been offered in the 33mm size before. So instead of paying Cartier an exorbitant amount and being watchless for a while like before, you can now change the look of the watch instantly at home without any special tools (just use fingernail). A great excuse to purchase if you have been sitting on the fence!
Here is an animation showing how it works:
Cartier - Watches & Wonders
Cartier Watches and Wonders Geneva 2022. Cartier’s new arrivals and latest trends are presented in an immersive site that brings together unique experiences and interactions.
For the watch with the diamonds pictured in this thread, here is the previous reference number and the new (interchangeable bracelet) model's reference number. If it matters to you to be able to change the bracelet/strap easily, make sure to pick up the newer model as the price is the same (I nearly bought the old model which I would have regretted). One might also be able to get a sweet deal on the older model from an authorized dealer if bracelet/strap interchangeability doesn't matter to you.
Ballon Bleu 33mm, automatic, steel, diamond bezel
Old reference number: WSBB0016
NEW reference number: W4BB0023
When I called Cartier to inquire they told me that the old model had not been retired and I could still order it, but that turned out to be very inaccurate as it disappeared from the website shortly after and the new model appeared.
Hope that helps someone!