Known to be one of the best Parisan house of luxury to produced radical and playful designs with models that have gained cult-like following such as the Crash, Tank and Cloche. While the term “Reverso” is most often associated with Jaeger-LeCoultre during the 20th century, Cartier also developed and patented a similar system and named it the “Cabriolet Reverso”, later known as the “Basculante” in 1930. Exquisite in design and elegantly framed, the Cartier spin on the reverso operates on a 360 degree vertical axis, allowing the wearer to flip the watch to hide its dial, or even positioned as a mini table clock on the go. The present Cartier Basculante ref. 2405 from circa 2000s exhibits pleasing angular contour and is fitted with an attractive grey patterned dial. Featuring the modern Arabic indexes finished in white and in contrast with the blue cabochon at 12 o’clock, the Basculante is a gorgeous timepiece with style and substance that is perfect for any smart casual attire.