Cartier Santos Dumont | Steel | 38mm Quartz

The Purity of the Original 1904 Design

The Santos-Dumont remains the most elegant and historically faithful expression of Cartier’s legendary aviation watch. In its 38mm square case and restrained white dial, it preserves the spirit of the original with a lighter, slimmer profile made for those who appreciate refinement as much as innovation.

The Specifications of a True Classic

• Reference Number: Not provided
• The Slimmer Case Profile: 38mm square case with a notably thin, flat silhouette
• The Beaded Crown with Cabochon: Elegant Cartier-style crown detailing
• The Alligator Leather Strap: Dark leather strap for a classic and comfortable fit
• The Sunray Satin-Finished Dial: Clean white dial with bold black numerals for effortless legibility
• The High-Autonomy Quartz or Manual-Wind Calibre: Quartz movement for reliable, worry-free precision
• Material: Stainless steel
• Condition: Good
• Included: Box and case

The Curator's Insight:
The Santos-Dumont captures not merely a design language, but the spirit of the original creation: graceful, purposeful, and unmistakably modern for its time. Its quiet elegance calls to mind the Belle Époque, when invention and style moved forward together with rare confidence.

A Timeless Homage to a Great Friendship

For the purist, the Santos-Dumont is a superb tribute to one of horology’s most important origin stories. It is a watch that distills the essence of Cartier’s pioneering vision into a refined, wearable classic of enduring charm.

This Watch is Ideal For...

• The enthusiast of vintage-inspired design
• The individual seeking a classic and elegant dress watch with a powerful story
• The collector who appreciates the purest expression of the Santos legacy