1904, Louis Cartier granted the wish of the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos Dumont: to be able to tell time while flying. The birth of one of the first ever wristwatches sealed the bonds of friendship between these two pioneers. The rounded angles of the dial, the seamless curve of the horns, and the exposed screws made for an iconic watch that would inspire countless reinterpretations.
Santos de Cartier watch, small model, quartz movement. Steel case, 7-sided crown set with a synthetic faceted blue spinel, silver sunray dial, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, sapphire crystal. Steel bracelet. Second strap in dark blue calfskin leather, with steel ardillon buckle. Both straps are fitted with the an interchangeability system. Dimensions: 27 mm x 34.5 mm, thickness: 7.08 mm. Water-resistant up to 3 bar (approx. 30 meters/100 feet).