This timepiece is a breathtaking artifact from the house of Cartier, originating from the legendary design commissioned by the Pasha of Marrakech for a watch that could withstand an active lifestyle while maintaining royal elegance. The Pasha Chronograph, reference 2412, is defined by its substantial stainless steel case and the iconic "grid" or square-railroad track guilloché dial that provides incredible visual depth. It is powered by the elite Cartier Caliber 047, a high-grade automatic movement based on the Frédéric Piguet 1185—one of the world's thinnest and most prestigious column-wheel chronograph engines, used by the likes of Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin.
The aesthetic is quintessentially Pasha, featuring the famous cabochon-capped screw-down crown cover attached by a delicate security chain, ensuring the professional water resistance that the line is known for. The dial is a work of art, utilizing blued-steel diamond-shaped hands, triple sub-registers for the chronograph functions, and a discreet date window at 4:30. Flipping the watch over reveals the deeply engraved caseback with the "Pasha de Cartier" insignia and the serial number 839542CC, definitively confirming its authentic Swiss-made pedigree and 100m water resistance. This is an essential acquisition for a collector who appreciates pioneering water-resistant luxury, the mechanical soul of a column-wheel chronograph, and the unmistakable status of a Cartier icon.
