Used Cartier Santos Dumont Extra Large Model Ref WSSA0032

Description: Cartier Santos Dumont Watch Pre-owned Cartier Santos Dumont ref WSSA0032 (2022). While the Santos de Cartier is often viewed as the sportier, everyday-wear member of the family, the Santos-Dumont prioritizes elegance and historical authenticity. Its thinner profile, manually wound movement, and leather strap give it a dressier aesthetic that feels closer in spirit to the early Santos watches worn by Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont more than a century ago. The Santos itself occupies a special place in watchmaking history. In 1904, Louis Cartier created a wristwatch for his friend, Alberto Santos-Dumont, so he could tell the time while flying without reaching into his pocket. The result was one of the world’s first purpose-built wristwatches and the foundation for what would become one of Cartier’s most iconic collections. The example you see here captures that heritage beautifully. The extra-large case is remarkably slim at just 7.5mm thick, allowing it to slide effortlessly under a cuff. Signature Santos details are all present, including the exposed screws on the bezel, the rounded square case, the Roman numeral dial, the blued sword-shaped hands, and the cabochon-set crown. The silver sunray dial adds a touch of depth and sophistication, while the navy blue alligator strap reinforces the watch’s refined aesthetic.