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Every reference is hand-selected from a trusted network of dealers and collectors, then verified by our specialists before it is ever offered. Movement, case, dial, provenance — examined piece by piece. If we would not wear it, we do not sell it.
Owning it begins with a message.
A WhatsApp, an email, a visit to the boutique — one line of contact is enough. A specialist confirms pricing and availability, arranges a viewing in person or remotely, and handles authentication, insured worldwide delivery and every piece of paperwork.
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The House of Cartier
Cartier — 'the jeweller of kings, the king of jewellers' — gave the world the modern men's wristwatch. The Santos of 1904 was made for an aviator who needed to read the time in flight; the Tank of 1917 has never gone out of style since.
Explore all CartierCreated in 1904 for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos was among the first wristwatches made for men — its exposed screws and square bezel a design language ahead of its time.
See the full Santos collectionMade so Santos-Dumont could read the time while flying.
Among the earliest men's wristwatches ever produced.
The visible bezel screws are now a Cartier signature.
About the Cartier Santos
What defines the Cartier Santos?
Created in 1904 for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos was among the first wristwatches made for men — its exposed screws and square bezel a design language ahead of its time.
What should I know about the Santos before buying?
Made so Santos-Dumont could read the time while flying.
How do I acquire a Cartier Santos from Maison Soletti?
Every Santos reference in our register is verified and presented for private acquisition. Submit an enquiry and a specialist will reply — usually within 48 hours — with full pricing, additional photography and video of the exact piece, and will guide the acquisition privately.
