Cartier
Tank WGTA0011
Cartier Tank WGTA0011: strap made to measure on the watch at the Casati Milano atelier, by appointment.
Technical Specifications
Cartier WGTA0011WGTA0011
Cartier caliber 1917 MC
The Heritage
The strap for this watch is made to measure
On the Cartier Tank the bracelet is drawn as part of the case: no catalogue strap will fit. In the atelier we take the measurements on the watch itself and build the strap on the piece — that is the work of Casati Milano.
Book a consultation →FAQ
Can you fit a standard strap to the Cartier Tank WGTA0011?
No, the bracelet is integrated into the case: there is no lug where a standard strap could be attached. The only option is custom work made directly onto the case. I craft it specifically for this model in the workshop, shaping the attachments by hand so they fit the Tank's geometry perfectly.
How does the made-to-measure strap work for the Cartier Tank?
Contact <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Casati Milano</a> to book an appointment. I take measurements directly from the watch in hand, measuring the integrated lugs and the rectangular case geometry. Everything happens in the workshop on Via XX Settembre 15 in Milan—no shortcuts.
Which leather do you recommend for this model?
I prefer Mississippi Alligator in Bordeaux or Rosa Antico Swift. With rose gold of this calibre, the leather must speak elegance without competing. These hides age beautifully and naturally complement the warmth of gold, creating the harmony the Tank deserves.
How long does a well-made strap last?
With quality leather and ordinary care, 6–8 years of daily wear. It depends on your wrist, climate, how well you protect it from water. Leather ages: colour shifts, a patina develops. That is not deterioration, it is history. When needed, we restore it.
Why does rose gold Tank require a tailored approach?
The Tank is pure architecture, designed by Louis Cartier in 1917 watching tanks from above. Every millimetre is intentional. A strap fitted carelessly to the integrated lugs betrays that geometry. Made-to-measure, the craftsman respects every curve of the case and creates a coherent whole.
The next step
The right strap isn’t chosen. It is built, together.
From the atelier appointment to delivery, every step is made for those who know that things done well take time. Rare leathers, one piece at a time, eighteen months of warranty.
Request an appointment →By appointment only · Milan
The atelier's website: casatimilano.com