The Roadster S

The name brings to mind classic two-seater convertibles of the 1950s — cars like the old bathtub Porsche. They were slightly minimalist machines designed for one thing: the thrill of being on the road in style. The Cartier Roadster S w6206018 men’s watch, like those old cars, is sporty, sleek, original and fun. The watch has Cartier’s craftsmanship, quality and precision, but more of a Roadster’s aesthetic sensibility. It’s a watch built more for fun than for business, though that can be altered to some degree with a change of bands.

The 44mm case is polished stainless steel and the bezel is also steel, but coated to make it match the primary band, a black rubber that gives the Roadster S w6206018 a more sporty look than many of Cartier’s watches. The face, covered by a scratch resistant sapphire crystal window, includes a date window at 3 o’clock. The watch hands are black oxidized steel. This men’s watch has an automatic winding mechanical movement and is water resistant to 330 feet. The black rubber band is interchangeable, giving the wearer freedom to dress it up when the occasion demands.

The Cartier Roadster S w6206018 men’s watch retails for $4,200 at the Cartier website or Cartier boutique stores.