Cartier - The “House of Cartier” was founded in 1847 by Louis-Franois Cartier. Originally a jewelry boutique, through expertise and ambition, the Cartier company evolved into a successful watchmaking business introducing the first deployment-folding clasp, and the first truly water resistant design. Cartier watches focus on aesthetics and "savoir-faire." Their watchmakers and artists work side by side to create every Cartier watch - a balance of art and precision.