Short answer

A replica Pasha 41mm is a copy of the Cartier Pasha de Cartier in a 41 mm case. The case should measure 41 mm across the bezel, crown excluded. Cartier lists the steel time-only 41 mm Pasha at 9.55 mm thick. Most replicas measure 10 mm to 11 mm on a caliper. Ask the seller for the measured thickness before you pay.

Case and strap numbers

  • Diameter: 41 mm across the bezel, not including the crown or its cap.
  • Thickness: 9.55 mm on the Cartier steel model. Replicas run thicker.
  • Water resistance: Cartier rates the steel 41 mm at 100 m. Treat a replica as splash resistant and do not swim in it.
  • Strap width: ask for the measured strap end width in mm. Compare it to the strap you plan to fit.

Movement

Cartier fits the 1847 MC automatic to the 41 mm Pasha. Power reserve is 40 hours. Sellers list three movements in replicas: a clone 1847 MC, a Miyota 9015, and an ETA 2824 clone. The Miyota 9015 runs at 28,800 vph and hacks. Ask for a photo of the movement, the rotor engraving and the caseback threads. A clone 1847 MC often uses a decorated rotor over a base movement. Find out which base.

Crown, cap and crystal

The crown sits under a fluted cap. Steel models carry a blue synthetic spinel cabochon. Replicas use glass or a synthetic stone. Check the cabochon for chips and the cap for play when you turn it. The crystal is sapphire with an anti-reflective coating on the Cartier model. Replica crystals vary in coating and in clarity at the edge.

What "Must" means in listings

The word Must shows up in some listing titles. Must de Cartier is a separate Cartier entry line. The 41 mm Pasha is sold as Pasha de Cartier. Ask the seller which dial, which case finish and which bracelet the listing copies. A listing title is not a specification sheet.

Checks before payment

  1. Ask for caliper photos of the case diameter and thickness.
  2. Ask for a movement photo with the caseback removed.
  3. Confirm the strap end width in mm.
  4. Confirm the return window in days and who pays return shipping.
  5. Confirm the payment method and the refund terms in writing.

Limits

A replica is not a Cartier watch. Cartier will not service it. Resale value is close to zero. Water resistance is not tested to 100 m. The finish on the case flanks and the crown cap is the first place wear shows. Keep that in mind when you compare prices.