Unlike the quartz version of the Santos, this more desirable mechanical example possesses an automatic movement that showcases the timeless art of traditional watchmaking.
It presents in gorgeous condition - it presents as about a 9.2 out of 10. It has light remnants of wear/aging to the back. On the wrist it presents as mint condition with lights signs of polishing.
The movement has recently been cleaned and oiled and is keeping time. Our Master Watchmaker has replaced all of the waterproofing seals with new genuine Cartier gaskets.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.
Cartier Santos:
Worn by Bill Clinton, Elton John, and Djimon Hounsou, Cartier watches have long been favorites of royalty, Hollywood celebrities, and anyone desiring to wear a timepiece of distinction.
Cartier created the Santos in honor of the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. Alberto Santos-Dumont, a true daring aviation pioneer, flew in France and Europe in some of the first prototype airplanes. After hearing complaints from him friend about how difficult it was to access his pocket watch in the cockpit, Cartier rose to the challenge by creating a special watch that could be strapped to the wrist.
- Country of origin: Switzerland
- Maker: Cartier
- Model: Mens Santos
- Functions: Hours, Minutes, Automatic, Quick-set Date, Sweep Seconds
- Designed for: Men
- Case material: Stainless steel
- Case condition: Just short of mint condition with signs of polishing and light remants of wear to the back
- Case markings (outer): Santos de Cartier, Automatique, Swiss Made
- Dimensions: 32mm wide with guards x 41mm long
- Dial: White, black Roman numerals, 'epee' hands, secret Cartier signature at "7", original, mint condition
- Movement type: Cartier automatic, rhodium-plated, fausses cotes decoration, straight-line lever escapement, monometallic balance, self-compensating flat balance spring
- Band: Santos bracelet, stainless steel, polished and brushed, excellent, approx. 7 1/4 inches, adjustable, presents very nicely - the underside shows some signs of wear/aging but on the wrist it presents beautifully and scratch-free
- Serviced: Yes, the movement has been recently serviced. Our Master Watchmaker has replaced all of the waterproofing seals with new genuine Cartier gaskets.
- Timing: Timed to precision on a state-of-the-art computerized system. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
- Warranty: 1-year warranty. Please email [email protected] for details.
- Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
