Santos De Cartier Watch

1904. Louis Cartier granted the wish of the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos Dumont: to be able to tell the time while flying. The birth of one of the first ever wristwatches sealed the bonds of friendship between these two pioneers. The rounded angles of the dial, seamless curve of the horns, and the exposed screws made for an iconic watch that would inspire countless reinterpretations.

Santos watch, small model, quartz movement. Steel case, 7-sided crown set with a faceted synthetic spinel, silver sunray dial, blued steel sword-shaped hands, sapphire crystal. Steel bracelet, second bracelet in dark blue calfskin with steel ardillon buckle. Both straps are fitted with an interchangeability system. Dimensions: 27 mm x 34.5 mm, thickness: 7.08 mm. Water-resistant up to 3 bar (approx. 30 metres).