Explore our current selection of pre-owned Cartier Santos watches, including Santos de Cartier, Santos-Dumont and other current or discontinued references.
Every Santos displayed is physically held in stock, authenticated and photographed by MVS Watches. Each watch is supplied with a 12-month guarantee and insured UK delivery included.
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The Santos dates back to 1904, when Louis Cartier created a wristwatch for Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont so he could read the time while flying. Its square case, rounded corners and exposed bezel screws established a design that remains immediately recognisable more than a century later.
Buying pre-owned provides access to current Santos references alongside discontinued sizes, previous-generation models and limited editions. It can also offer a substantial saving against the original retail price, depending on the particular reference, material and condition.
The modern Santos de Cartier has a stronger sports-watch character, typically combining an automatic movement with an integrated bracelet and interchangeable strap system. Models are available in several sizes and materials, including stainless steel, two-tone and precious metal.
The Santos-Dumont takes a slimmer and more traditional approach. It is commonly supplied on a leather strap and is available with quartz or manually wound movements, depending on the individual reference.
Earlier collections such as the Santos Galbée, Santos Carrée and Santos 100 offer different proportions, bracelets and movements. These discontinued generations can provide an alternative to the current collection.
Case dimensions should not be considered in isolation. The Santos is not round, so its width, height, thickness and bracelet integration all influence how it wears on the wrist.
Every Cartier Santos is inspected and authenticated before being offered for sale. We check the operation of the movement, crown, winding, setting and date functions where applicable. On modern references, we also inspect the bracelet, clasp and interchangeable strap components.
The crystal, dial, hands, case, bezel, exposed screws, bracelet or strap and clasp are examined for condition and wear. Any accompanying box, papers, additional straps, tools and remaining manufacturer warranty are confirmed within the individual listing.
Our photographs show the actual watch being offered for sale, allowing its condition and included accessories to be examined before purchase.
The Santos forms one part of Cartier’s wider watch collection. Buyers looking for different case shapes and proportions can explore our selection of pre-owned Cartier watches, including Tank, Ballon Bleu, Panthère and other Cartier models.
You can also browse our complete range of pre-owned luxury watches from Cartier and other established manufacturers.
Customers can apply for a personal loan through Ideal4Finance for amounts from £1,000. If approved, the lender issues the funds directly to the customer, allowing them to complete their watch purchase with MVS Watches.
The loan is arranged separately from the watch purchase and is subject to status. View our watch finance options for further information.
Yes. Every Cartier Santos available to purchase is physically held in stock by MVS Watches. We do not advertise watches on consignment or pre-sell watches held by an unrelated third party.
The modern Santos de Cartier has a more substantial sports-watch design and is commonly supplied with an integrated bracelet and automatic movement. The Santos-Dumont is generally slimmer, more traditional and supplied on a leather strap, with quartz and manually wound references available.
Yes. Every pre-owned Cartier Santos is supplied with a 12-month MVS Watches guarantee. Some watches may also retain part of their original Cartier warranty, which will be stated on the individual product page.
