AF Factory Cartier Ballon Bleu Replica – 33mm Automatic (Mechanical Movement)

The Soul of a Mechanical Watch

For those who appreciate the art of watchmaking, the Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm automatic is the only choice. AF Factory has achieved an engineering marvel by fitting a reliable automatic movement into the petite 33mm case while maintaining an ultra-thin profile. The smooth sweep of the blue steel seconds hand is a constant reminder of the mechanical heart beating inside.

Detailed Specifications

Feature	Specification
Brand	Cartier
Model	Ballon Bleu de Cartier 33mm (Automatic)
Factory	AF Factory (Best for Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm automatic)
Case Size	33mm Diameter x 10mm Thickness
Case Material	316L Stainless Steel (Mirror Polished)
Dial	Silver Guilloché with “AUTOMATIC” print
Movement	Calibre 076 Clone (Automatic NH05 Base)
Functions	Hours, Minutes, Sweeping Seconds
Hands	Thermally Blued Steel
Crystal	Sapphire with Fish-Eye Effect
Strap	316L Steel Bracelet
Water Resistance	3 ATM (Splash Proof)

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Why Choose This Automatic Edition?

1. Sweeping Seconds Hand

The biggest visual difference between this Cartier Ballon Bleu 33mm automatic and the quartz version is the seconds hand. It sweeps smoothly around the dial, signaling that this is a high-end mechanical timepiece, not a battery-powered watch.

2. Ultra-Thin Automatic Case

Usually, mechanical watches are thick. AF Factory uses a specialized compact movement to keep the case thickness at just 10mm. It sits elegantly on a lady’s wrist without feeling bulky, preserving the iconic pebble shape of the Ballon Bleu.

3. “Automatic” Dial Detail

The dial features the word “AUTOMATIC” printed crisply at the bottom center. Combined with the deep sunburst guilloché pattern and burnt blue hands, it creates a sophisticated look that quartz models simply cannot match.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Does it need a battery?
A: No. This is a mechanical automatic watch. It winds itself with the movement of your wrist. If you wear it every day, it will never stop.

Q: Is it thicker than the quartz version?
A: Only by a hair (approx 0.1mm difference). AF Factory has done an amazing job keeping it slim. On the wrist, you cannot tell the difference in thickness.

Q: Is the movement reliable?
A: Yes. It uses a Japanese NH05 base movement (modified to Cal. 076 specs). These movements are known as “workhorses”—they are durable, easy to service, and keep good time.

Q: Is it waterproof?
A: It is rated for 3 ATM. It is fine for hand washing, but we do not recommend swimming with it to protect the mechanical movement.