Not a large watch, this mens Octagon measures 31mm wide and the crown and guards add a couple more millimeters. It features a stainless steel and 18K gold case with octagonal bezel, classic white Roman dial with blue steel "epee" hands, sapphire topped crown, and mechanical movement.
Unlike the quartz version of the Santos, this more desirable mechanical example possesses an automatic movement and in a way showcases the timeless art of traditional watchmaking.
Besides its beautiful condition, what sets this example apart from others is its unique "Godron" bracelet. We have been told that the bracelet was a special edition made only for one year in the '90's.
It is all-original and presents as gorgeous condition - about a 9.7 out of 10. On the wrist it presents nearly like new.
It has been freshly fully serviced by a Master Watchmaker (a $445 value). These are known for being difficult to wind even after servicing. This one winds very smoothly for one of these watches.
Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function, a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity, and a new timing certificate.
Cartier Santos:
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.
- Country of origin: Switzerland
- Maker: Cartier
- Serial no.: 296,640,860
- Model: Mens Santos Octagon (Automatic)
- Year built: c. 1990's
- Functions: Hours and Minutes (automatic), Quick-Setting Date
- Designed for: Men
- Dimensions: 38mm x 31mm (without crown), 9mm thick
- Case material: Stainless steel
- Case markings (outside): Cartier, Automatique, stamped with Cartier registration number
- Case condition: Presents as mint on the wrist - very close to like new. Light remnants of wear and very light signs of the back having been polished. All markings are still intact.
- Dial: White, black Roman numerals, Cartier signature at VII, outer minute track, aperture for date, original blue steel 'epee' hands, original, mint condition
- Movement type: Cartier Swiss automatic
- Band: Santos Godron bracelet, stainless steel and 18K gold, polished and brushed, sized to fit a wrist of approx. 7 inches, adjustable, presents as just short of mint condition
- Serviced: It has been freshly fully serviced by a Master Watchmaker (a $445 value). These are known for being difficult to wind even after servicing. This one winds very smoothly for one of these watches.
- 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 international 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; New timing certificate
- Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee
