The Cartier Santos De Cartier Large model WSSA0018 represents the perfect blend of historic design and modern innovation. Created in 1904 for aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos was the world’s first purpose-designed wristwatch. This contemporary interpretation maintains the iconic square case and exposed screws while incorporating cutting-edge features for the modern wearer.
Condition: Excellent pre-owned condition
Includes: Complete box set with additional calfskin strap
Warranty: Coverage until 2032
Shipping: Free UK delivery
The Santos de Cartier WSSA0018 embodies the maison’s commitment to combining timeless design with practical innovation. As one of the most recognisable luxury watch silhouettes in the world, the Santos strikes the perfect balance between heritage and contemporary relevance. The addition of modern technical features like the QuickSwitch and SmartLink systems transforms this historic design into a versatile timepiece for today’s lifestyle.
Cartier’s innovative SmartLink technology allows you to add or remove links from the bracelet without tools. By simply pressing a button on the underside of each link, you can resize the bracelet yourself in moments, eliminating the need for jeweler adjustments and ensuring perfect fit in changing conditions.
The QuickSwitch mechanism enables you to exchange between the steel bracelet and calfskin strap without tools. A small button on the underside of the watch releases the current bracelet or strap, allowing you to slide a new one into place. This system makes the Santos incredibly versatile, transitioning from formal to casual occasions in seconds.
In 1904, Louis Cartier created a wristwatch for his friend, Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who needed to check time while flying without removing his hands from the controls. This design—with its square case, exposed screws, and integrated bracelet concept—became the Santos, widely recognised as the first modern wristwatch designed specifically for a wrist.
The Calibre 1847 MC is Cartier’s in-house automatic movement featuring a 42-hour power reserve. Named after the year of Cartier’s founding, this movement incorporates anti-magnetic nickel phosphorus components in the escapement and movement mechanisms, as well as a shield made from paramagnetic alloys, providing protection against magnetic fields encountered in everyday life.
Yes, the Santos de Cartier Large model is designed for versatile everyday wear. Its 100-meter water resistance protects against rain and accidental submersion, while the sapphire crystal resists scratches. The included steel bracelet and leather strap options allow for adaptation to various settings and activities, from business to casual occasions.
The Santos de Cartier Large model WSSA0018 features a case width of 39.8mm and a slim profile of just 9.38mm in thickness. These proportions offer substantial wrist presence while maintaining elegant proportions suitable for most wrist sizes. The square case shape gives it a larger appearance than round watches of similar width measurements.
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