Cartier Super Clone Watches 1:1 Tank Américaine Silver White Dial 41.6*22.6MM WSTA0017

Name: Cartier Super Clone Watches 1:1 Tank Américaine Silver White Dial 41.6*22.6MM WSTA0017
Brand: Cartier
SKU: NCW-117195
Price: 480 USD
Availability: InStock

Original price was: $680.00.Current price is: $480.00.

AF Factory Edition — Leather Strap

The Cartier Tank Américaine WSTA0017 by AF Factory represents a significant benchmark in rectangular dress watch replication. Known among collectors for their mastery of Cartier’s distinct typography and case geometry, AF has successfully captured the elongated, curved brancards that define this reference. This specific edition correctly implements the silvered flinqué dial texture, avoiding the flat, stark white finish often seen in lower-tier alternatives.

Powering this timepiece is a reliable automatic clone caliber, chosen for its dimensional compatibility with the slim case profile. The movement delivers a highly stable beat rate and features an understated two-hand architecture, omitting the seconds hand in strict adherence to the genuine design. As with standard mechanical clones in this category, it provides a power reserve of Approximately 36 hours. The absence of a date complication further reduces mechanical complexity, ensuring long-term reliability.

The 316L stainless steel case is machined to precise dimensions, measuring 41.6 by 22.6mm with an ultra-thin 7.0mm profile and a total weight of 42.6g. The Silver White dial exhibits correct roman numeral proportions and the signature blued-steel hand profile, which shifts from deep black to vibrant blue depending on the lighting angle. Polished case flanks and brushed elements are executed with clean transitions.

Movement: Automatic Clone Caliber — Approximately 36 hours
Case Material: 316L Stainless Steel, 41.6×22.6mm, 42.6g
Bezel: Integrated 316L Stainless Steel, polished finish
Crystal: Curved Sapphire with anti-reflective coating
Bracelet: Factory Leather Strap with steel ardillon buckle
Water Resistance: 30m stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming

This piece is designed for the discerning collector seeking a formal, understated profile. Its curved architecture allows it to wear comfortably on a variety of wrist sizes, sliding effortlessly under a tailored cuff.

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Description

AF Factory Cartier Tank Américaine Medium WSTA0017

A highly accurate mechanical replication featuring precise case curvature and superior dial typography.

Powered by Automatic Clone Caliber

To achieve the stringent 7.0mm case thickness required for this reference, AF Factory utilizes a compact, highly reliable automatic movement. The caliber is specifically regulated to maintain steady amplitude despite its smaller mainspring barrel. Its architecture focuses purely on timekeeping, utilizing a two-hand layout that mirrors the genuine Cartier mechanism. The winding action is smooth, and the absence of a date wheel eliminates the risk of keyless works misalignment during setting.

⏱ Accuracy Profile:

Factory regulated to approximately ±10–15 seconds per day. The movement provides consistent timekeeping suitable for daily wear in office or formal environments.

✅ Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
✅ Complications: Hours and minutes (no seconds hand, as per genuine)
✅ Winding Direction: Bidirectional rotor winding

Technical Specifications

THE BUILD316L Stainless Steel

The case achieves an exact 41.6×22.6mm footprint with a verified 7.0mm thickness. The elongated brancards are polished to a high mirror finish, contrasting with the brushed case back.

THE DIALSilver White Flinqué

Features correct roman numeral proportions and the iconic micro-printed Cartier signature hidden at the 7 o’clock numeral. The blued-steel hand profile is thermally treated for accurate color refraction.

THE BEZELIntegrated Brancards

The bezel is seamlessly integrated into the case sides. The sapphire crystal is custom-curved to match the exact arc of the case, minimizing distortion at acute viewing angles.

THE BRACELETLeather Strap

Supplied with a factory leather strap and a correctly engraved 316L stainless steel ardillon buckle, maintaining the traditional dress watch aesthetic.

Why AF Factory for This Reference?

Many collectors ask: “Why not BVF or K11?”

AF Factory is widely regarded as the premier manufacturer for the Tank series due to their superior dial printing technology. Rivals often struggle with the exact shade of the dial, producing a flat, paper-white background. AF correctly implements the nuanced, textured silver-white tone found on the genuine WSTA0017, alongside a more refined and three-dimensional blued-steel hand profile.

Full Disclosure: The factory-supplied leather strap is noticeably stiff out of the box. Most serious collectors immediately swap it for a high-quality aftermarket alligator strap to match the suppleness of the genuine article.

Data Sheet

MODEL REFERENCE	WSTA0017
FACTORY / VERSION	AF Factory Edition
MOVEMENT	Automatic Clone Caliber
CASE MATERIAL	316L Stainless Steel
WEIGHT & THICKNESS	42.6g \| 7.0mm
CRYSTAL & LUME	Curved Sapphire \| None
DIMENSIONS	41.6mm × 22.6mm × 7.0mmManual measurements — minor tolerances apply.
WATER RESISTANCE	30m stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming

Collector Q&A

Q: How does the dial color of the AF WSTA0017 compare to the genuine Cartier?

A: AF Factory uses a nuanced silver-white tone with a subtle flinqué texture, closely mimicking the genuine Cartier finish. This avoids the stark, flat paper-white appearance often found on budget replicas.

Q: Is the case curvature accurate to the genuine Tank Américaine?

A: Yes, AF has correctly replicated the elongated, curved profile of the brancards. This ensures the watch sits flush against the wrist and maintains the elegant silhouette of the genuine 41.6mm case.

Q: Does this AF Factory model feature the secret Cartier signature?

A: Yes, the AF edition includes the micro-printed Cartier signature integrated into the Roman numeral at the 7 o’clock position, featuring crisp typography that holds up well under loupe inspection.

Q: What is the main weakness of this specific AF Factory release?

A: Like most replica dress watches, the included factory leather strap is quite stiff and lacks the supple feel of genuine Cartier leather. Upgrading to a custom aftermarket alligator strap is highly recommended by the collector community.