7 Discontinued Cartier Models You Won’t Want to Miss in 2026

A discontinued Cartier can give a collection something the current catalogue cannot: a particular combination of case, dial and movement that belongs to an earlier moment in the Maison’s history.

For a connoisseur who already knows the Tank and Santos, that is an appealing reason to look further. There is pleasure in finding the right reference, especially when the details are as distinctive as a Calibre chronograph or the Clé’s key-shaped crown.

Cartier gave the Calibre a substantial case and a movement worth paying attention to when the collection arrived in 2010. 

The automatic 1904 MC helped bring the Maison’s mechanical ambitions into a watch intended for regular wear. 

Later chronograph and diving versions developed that idea further. Its appeal today lies partly in how clearly it captures that period of Cartier watchmaking: ambitious, technically minded and comfortable taking up more space on the wrist.

Below, we explore seven Calibre and Clé references, from steel divers to white gold and diamonds, covering their design, movements, materials and what is known about their discontinuation. 

The Calibre family is discontinued; we explain the evidence and remaining uncertainty surrounding the two Clé references in their individual entries.

1. Calibre de Cartier W7100016: The Understated Strength of Stainless Steel

The XII is the first thing to notice on the Calibre de Cartier W7100016. Large and bright against the black dial, it sets the tone for a watch with very little interest in disappearing beneath a cuff. The 42 mm steel case and matching bracelet give that dial a suitably substantial setting.

Look lower and the composition becomes more intricate. Small seconds sit at 6 o’clock, while the date opening occupies the right-hand side. Roman numerals give way to baton markers around the lower half of the dial. These changes in scale and texture make the W7100016 more interesting than a simple black-dial sports watch.

Cartier’s automatic 1904-PS MC supplies approximately 48 hours of power reserve. That is a useful specification, but the reason to seek out this reference is the complete design: the dark dial, broad steel surfaces and bracelet belong together. It is the Calibre in a particularly direct form.

2. Calibre de Cartier W7100037: Classical Refinement with a Silver Dial

A change of dial and strap can alter the whole character of a watch. With the Calibre de Cartier W7100037, the silver dial opens up the display, and the black leather strap lets the shape of the steel case command more attention. The sculpted lugs are especially rewarding details here.

This remains a 42 mm Calibre, with the presence that measurement suggests. Yet the pale dial gives its Roman numerals and contrasting minute track a more traditional setting. Small seconds at 6 o’clock and the date at 3 retain the familiar layout; the automatic 1904-PS MC also connects it to the black-dial W7100016. Choosing between them comes down to taste. The W7100037 will speak more readily to someone drawn to Cartier’s dial design who also enjoys a larger, more emphatic case.

3. Calibre de Cartier Chronograph W7100044: Rose Gold Meets Mechanical Precision

There is a proper mechanical reason to linger over the Calibre de Cartier W7100044. Its automatic 1904-CH MC combines a column wheel with a vertical clutch, two features that make the chronograph mechanism a substantial part of the watch’s appeal.

At the collection’s 2013 launch, Hodinkee’s Jason Heaton paid particular attention to the controls. His hands-on report praised the pressure and tactile response of the start, stop and reset actions. That contemporary observation gives the specification some welcome substance: this was a chronograph whose operation impressed an experienced reviewer from the outset.

The W7100044 surrounds that mechanism with a 42 mm case in 18K rose gold and a silvered dial. Its counters record 30 minutes at 3 o’clock and 12 hours at 9, with the date moved down to 6. The pushers sit neatly alongside the crown guards, so the extra controls feel like a considered development of the original case.

A leather strap keeps the gold case in focus. The result has the richness expected of a precious-metal Cartier, with enough mechanical interest to reward attention long after the first glance.

3. Calibre de Cartier Diver W7100055: The Distinction of 18K Rose Gold

Rose gold is used selectively on the Calibre de Cartier Diver W7100055: the 42 mm case is stainless steel, while the bezel brings in 18K rose gold around its black-coated steel insert. That distinction matters when identifying this reference.

It also explains much of its appeal. The gold draws the eye to the dial, introducing warmth at the point where steel, black and polished surfaces meet. The black rubber strap carries the darker elements around the wrist and leaves the gold bezel as the principal accent.

5. Calibre de Cartier Diver W7100057: The Elegance of an All-Steel Configuration

The bracelet is the deciding detail with the Calibre de Cartier Diver W7100057. It extends the steel of the 42 mm case around the wrist, giving the watch a continuous metallic presence. Against that broad sweep of steel, the black dial and bezel look particularly crisp.

When comparing examples, ask about the bracelet’s condition and whether all its removable links are included. On this reference, the bracelet is a central part of what you are choosing.

6. Clé de Cartier WSCL0006: The Quiet Elegance of Stainless Steel

At 35 mm, the Clé de Cartier WSCL0006 rewards someone who enjoys looking closely. The silvered flinqué dial has a radiating pattern, the sword-shaped hands are blued steel, and the date sits low in the display at 6 o’clock. The steel bracelet continues the rounded character of the case.

Then there is the crown. Clé means “key” in French, the idea behind the collection Cartier launched in 2015. The elongated crown recalls the action of turning a key before returning to an aligned position beside the case. It gives this otherwise gentle outline its most recognisable detail. Inside the WSCL0006 is the automatic 1847 MC movement.

Its production status needs a qualification. Secondary-market sources describe WSCL0006 as discontinued, but the reference also appears in indexed Cartier regional catalogue material. That does not establish current production, and it prevents a confident claim that Cartier has formally withdrawn it worldwide. Buyers should confirm availability and the history of the particular example offered.

7. Clé de Cartier WJCL0002: White Gold Elegance in a 31 mm Case

The diamond-set bezel deserves a place at the centre of any description of the Clé de Cartier WJCL0002. It follows the round dial inside the softly curved 31 mm case, adding a bright, precise outline to a watch made in 18K white gold.

The matching white gold bracelet gives the design continuity. Within that precious-metal setting, the silvered flinqué dial, Roman numerals and blued sword-shaped hands keep the display clear and recognisably Cartier. There is a date at 6 o’clock, too, and the movement is automatic.

This reference brings the Clé especially close to Cartier’s jewellery tradition. The pleasure is in the relationship between its compact proportions, diamonds and white gold. Specialist reference listings classify WJCL0002 as discontinued, while retailer records show it as no longer available; a Cartier-confirmed end-of-production date has not been established in the sources reviewed.

 Cartier Discontinued References at a Glance

What Makes an Older Cartier Reference Worth Collecting?

A watch earns its place in a collection through how much you enjoy it. Take time to consider its proportions on your wrist and the details you return to after the initial attraction. Discontinued status can make the search more involved, but it cannot supply that personal connection.

It also says little on its own about rarity or future value. A reference may have left production while unworn examples remain with retailers. Conversely, an old product page can stay online without confirming that Cartier still manufactures the watch. Neither circumstance provides a reliable production-end date.

For the individual watch, condition deserves close attention. Examine the case contours and finishing, check the reference against the stated materials and dial, and ask about servicing, replacement components and bracelet links. Boxes and papers are useful context, but the watch itself still needs careful assessment. If a Diver will be used in water, arrange a current water-resistance check rather than relying on its original specification.

The Calibre and Clé reward that attention. Their interest lies in the specific watches Cartier made during these chapters of its history, and in finding an example whose design, condition and proportions suit the person buying it.

Inquire About Cartier Watches at Jewels by Love

At Jewels by Love, we are an authorized Cartier watch retailer in St. Maarten. We can help you explore the references featured here and discuss their details and current availability.

Our Cartier selection extends beyond the watches in this guide. Explore more references in our Tank, Santos and Ballon Bleu collections to compare different shapes, sizes and styles. 

Whether a particular reference has caught your attention or you would like help choosing, contact our team. We’ll be happy to discuss your preferences and help you plan a visit to our boutique.