Panthère de Cartier watch really is beautiful up close and personal!

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#197
vcaalhambra said:
I feel for you, I know for me personally I can not live when the stores are closed; if I am not in the store once a week, I just don't feel alive. Luckily here we only had it for 3 months. I think people would just not allow it here any longer. Compare to what is going on in the rest of the world, this was just nothing here. I really hope they open it up soon! It's almost September so it should be here before you know it! Definitely try both, I personally think that this shape is so classic and it looks best at a smaller size. I think other models such as French Tank and Balloon Bleu look nice in both small and medium sizes but Panthere is at its best in small. Is there any way that you can do 'curb side pickup' and get to try it on? They've done it here, you just come to the store and SA brings it to your car and you can try it on. They also deliver it to people's houses to try on. Hope some of those options would work! Good luck and let me know what you end up getting!
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i’ll definitely keep you updated!
 
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vsangel said:
Hi again! If you don’t mind me asking I was just wondering why you returned the two toned one? Of course everyone’s preferences are different, just love to have an insight into your decision. :smile:

I also love the yellow gold version too but why does it have to be so expensive:sad: lol
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So, regarding the two tone panthere...again, this is just the way I saw it...the yellow against stainless steel seemed very very bright for me. YG on it's own (solid YG watch or any other jewelry piece) is totally fine but when it is mixed with other metal like SS, it just popped up in my eyes that I figured I couldn't wear for too long. Also, YG against SS changes its color too, depends on the lighting. In some cases it is ok but it in some it is just so bright. This watch also comes two tone SS with PINK gold and diamonds, and pink gold is not as bright as YG. Again, it's just a matter of preference. That is why I strongly suggest to see it in person under different lightings. Also, another suggestions (at least this is how it works in US); take it home and do not resize it for some time until you know for SURE that you are keeping it. Once you resize it, it becomes final sale and you can not return or exchange it.
The price for YG in US is now $25,700 (we've had 2 price increases since last September). We do have some stores that offer good deals such as interest free for 2.5 years.
 
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Would anyone be able to please count how many links their small panthere has (plus any links you removed)? I just received mine today from an AD and we tried it on and it's pretty snug... I wear an 18 LB which is about mid-range here in Aus... so I am very surprised how snug this watch is! My concern is that it may have came sized and we weren't told/given the extra links...! I have also contacted my SA at Cartier to check this for me but just thought you all might be able to help quicker! :biggrin: If anyone has had this happened please let me know! :heart:
 
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vsangel said:
Would anyone be able to please count how many links their small panthere has (plus any links you removed)? I just received mine today from an AD and we tried it on and it's pretty snug... I wear an 18 LB which is about mid-range here in Aus... so I am very surprised how snug this watch is! My concern is that it may have came sized and we weren't told/given the extra links...! I have also contacted my SA at Cartier to check this for me but just thought you all might be able to help quicker! :biggrin: If anyone has had this happened please let me know! :heart:
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I counted 17 links plus 3 that have been removed, so total of 20. Hope this helps! Which one did you end up getting, two tone, ss, ss with diamonds, etc?
 
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Yep! Mine has 10 each side… so I’ll have to purchase additional links to have a looser fit! Crazy! I don’t think my wrist is very big at all!

I got the two toned which I LOVE! I’ll share a pic tomorrow if you like :)
 
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Glad you love the two tone and congratulations!!! I know you can definitely purchase additional links. Just for reference, I wear size 16 LB and had to remove 3 links from the watch. Can't wait to see your pictures. You mentioned that you purchased it from AD, so you got the box and certificate and everything? Did you also get the warranty? Again, congrats, this is so exciting, please share the pictures!! :)
 
#205
It so super exciting! I think this little bump in the road of it not fitting perfectly made me not focus as much on how beautiful it is!! I really do love it. Also so happy with the small it’s so elegant and timeless!

After realising how small a singular link is, that makes sense. A couple centimetres difference in LB would equal a few links in the watch. I also just spoke to Cartier live chat and they said you need to order them from Paris! Said it could take a couple months too…! Hopefully a boutique has some in stock.. fingers crossed. Also priced at AUD $325 for YG/Steel if anyone was wondering.

Yep the ADs here are good! Box, papers, 8 years warranty!

it’s supposed to be a bday present for myself so it’s tucked away for now :)

when I peak at it again tomorrow, I’ll send a pic!
 
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vsangel said:
It so super exciting! I think this little bump in the road of it not fitting perfectly made me not focus as much on how beautiful it is!! I really do love it. Also so happy with the small it’s so elegant and timeless!

After realising how small a singular link is, that makes sense. A couple centimetres difference in LB would equal a few links in the watch. I also just spoke to Cartier live chat and they said you need to order them from Paris! Said it could take a couple months too…! Hopefully a boutique has some in stock.. fingers crossed. Also priced at AUD $325 for YG/Steel if anyone was wondering.

Yep the ADs here are good! Box, papers, 8 years warranty!

it’s supposed to be a bday present for myself so it’s tucked away for now :smile:

when I peak at it again tomorrow, I’ll send a pic!
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This is so awesome!!! I hope Cartier store has the links in stock and you get it soon! How many do you get for $325? Do you think you would need an extra 2? That's awesome about 8 year warranty. Here you get 3 at the boutique and 5 at AD store that sells these watches. Yep, the links are smaller on this watch than on other watches, this totally makes sense. The watch is beautiful, can't wait to see pictures. And Congratulations with your birthday!! This is the best present, the best way to celebrate it!
 
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Thank you!! I can’t wait!

You only get 1 link for $325. It’s not terrible if you think of the price of the watch I guess! I have a virtual appointment tomorrow so I think they’ll help me decide how many I need. I want a loose bracelet feel so I think probably 2 extra ones.

I’ll keep you updated:smile:
 
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vsangel said:
Thank you!! I can’t wait!

You only get 1 link for $325. It’s not terrible if you think of the price of the watch I guess! I have a virtual appointment tomorrow so I think they’ll help me decide how many I need. I want a loose bracelet feel so I think probably 2 extra ones.

I’ll keep you updated:smile:
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Let me know how your appointment goes and what they recommend. Looking forward to seeing photos. I am sure it’s going to look amazing with extra links.
 
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Hi @vcaalhambra
Sorry for the delay! Here’s the lovely watch!
Wearing it around for the moment to make sure I love it. (I definitely do!). I was so crushed yesterday that I might not be able to wear it as soon as I get it, but having it on now, I think it just fits like a standard fitted watch. Definitely do want the looser look though, so in the process of ordering an extra link or two!

Thanks to everyone for the help and especially for sharing all their photos as I am super happy with this small size!

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