The fake Cartier Astrotourbillon 42mm recreates one of the maison's most theatrical complications: a flying tourbillon-style carriage that orbits the dial once a minute instead of sitting in a conventional sub-dial. This 1:1 replica keeps the 42mm case proportions, the exposed carriage bridge, and the skeletonized Roman-numeral layout that make the original so easy to recognize. If you want the Astrotourbillon look on the wrist without the original's cost, this is the reference to start with.
Key Features
- 42mm case diameter matched to the Calibre de Cartier Astrotourbillon dimensions
- Exposed tourbillon-style carriage at 12 o'clock with a rotating seconds indicator mounted on the cage
- Skeletonized dial with applied Roman numerals and blued sword hands
- Flat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating
- Exhibition caseback showing the decorated automatic movement
- Fluted crown topped with a blue spinel cabochon
- Choice of hand-stitched leather strap or brushed steel bracelet
- Splash-resistant case construction built for everyday wear
Materials and Specifications
The case is machined from 316L stainless steel and finished with a mix of polished bevels and brushed flanks, so it reads correctly in daylight rather than looking flat. Bridges and the rotor carry Geneva-stripe decoration and blued screws, visible through the sapphire caseback. The carriage sits under a domed sapphire front, and the strap is genuine leather with a signed pin buckle; the bracelet version uses solid links with a fold-over clasp. Both configurations accept standard 20mm straps if you want to change the look.
Shipping and Returns
Orders ship in plain, discreet packaging with tracking, and most parcels leave the workshop within a few business days. Quality-control photos of your actual watch are taken before dispatch. If the piece does not suit you on arrival, a straightforward return window applies, provided the watch is unworn and the protective films are intact.
Does the 42mm case wear large?
It wears true to its measurement: roughly 42mm across and about 13mm thick, which suits wrists from around 6.5 inches up. The short lugs keep it from overhanging narrower wrists.
How does the tourbillon carriage work?
The carriage rotates once per minute, and a small hand fixed to the cage acts as the running seconds. That rotation is the whole visual point of the design, so it should move smoothly and without stutter.
What should I check when the watch arrives?
Confirm the carriage spins freely, the crown sets the hands and winds without grit, and the crystal is free of scratches. Wind it fully, then let it sit overnight to confirm the power reserve holds.