Choose a Cartier Drive for you

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Cartier released the Drive as a fully formed collection – with everything from high-complication to simple steel options. As such, it’s a replica watch with diverse appeal. We take a look at the squad as a whole and match some key pieces with the men who might wear them

The Drive de Cartier Second Time Zone Day/Night in pink gold

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It’s an oft-repeated truism that the simple things in life are the best. Clearly the person who first uttered that statement didn’t have an appreciation for horology, because in replica watches, added complication can add some serious wrist appeal. And that’s exactly what’s going on here. This Drive, with its idiosyncratic mix of complications is a real charmer. Retrograde second timezone, big date and a monochromatic day/night indicator – all brought together with just a touch of whimsy. RRP $31,800

Who’s it for?

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The man who prefers the road less travelled. Someone unsatisfied with the usual crop of tool-like GMT replica watches – but for whom keeping track of time at home is still key.

The Drive de Cartier Flying Tourbillon

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This is without doubt the shining jewel in the Drive collection. The tourbillon is what sets it apart, proudly displayed at six. The movement is hand-finished to the highest standard, and the replica watch bears the Geneva seal. The C-shaped tourbillon carriage is a nice touch, and the openworked dial with satin and sunray finishes completes the look. RRP $126,000

Who’s it for?

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The patrician. You lead an exceptional life, surrounded by objects of beauty – why should your replica watch be any different?

The Drive de Cartier in steel

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And finally there’s the steel Drive. We gave you a 60-second peek earlier this week, but this replica watch is so good it deserves a second look. The steel case keeps it casual, and even amps up the Drive’s sporty side. And it’s hard to argue with that price. RRP $8750

Who’s it for?

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The analogue man. A man who owns a real camera (the kind with a mirror), a car without electronics and a pen you need to refill. A man who appreciates a replica watch with a heart.

The Drive de Cartier in pink gold with grey flinqué dial

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What a difference a dial makes. If the silver dialled, pink gold model we looked at earlier this week is daylight, then this pink and grey take on the Drive is undoubtedly dusk – dark, mysterious and undeniably sexy. RRP $27,100

Who’s it for?

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The night-owl. Whether you’re on stage at a jazz club or just in the audience, what really matters is that you’re at your best when the rest of the world is sleeping.

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: We take the replica Cartier Drive de Cartier in steel for a test drive

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Cartier’s standout release for this year is the Drive de Cartier collection. Note that we’re saying ‘collection’, because, counter to tradition, Cartier has done a Beyoncé and released all the Drives in one fell swoop – none of this slow-drip release business. This means you don’t have to wait until 2018 for the steel version to hit the stores. This is a very strong replica watch for Cartier, and one a lot of you are going to be interested in.

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The Drive is a replica watch that simply gets it right, from the broadstrokes to the details – it’s a men’s replica watch that embodies the elegance of the brand more than the bulkier Calibre de Cartier diver and the larger Tank models. And there’s substance to back up the style – it’s powered by the in-house 1904MC-PS, and the dial (as you’d expect) is top-notch. The price is right, too – this version retails for $8750 AUD.

Later in the week we’ll be bringing you our in-depth review of the Drive, and also showing you the other models in the range – so stay tuned for that. But for now, this.