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Model Name:
Cartier Santos Large
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Reference:
WSSA0018
Price ($)
$
6325
Country:
France
A.I. Rating
7.7
Crowd Rating:
1981
Watch Description
Santos watch, large model, mechanical movement with automatic winding, 1847 MC. Case in steel, seven-sided crown set with a faceted synthetic spinel, silvered opaline dial, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, sapphire crystal. Steel bracelet with “SmartLink” resizing system. Second bracelet in calfskin, with steel double adjustable folding buckle. The two bracelets are equipped with the “QuickSwitch” interchangeability system. Case width: 39.8 mm, thickness: 9.08 mm. Water-resistant to 10 bar (approx. 100 metres).
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.
39.8
47.5
21
9.38
100
Steel - 316L
Square
Sapphire
?
Automatic
1847 MC
42
Silver
A.I. Watch Review:
# Cartier Santos Large Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Cartier Santos Large is an iconic rectangular luxury sports watch with a storied aviation heritage, featuring a stainless steel case with signature exposed screws, a refined silvered flinqué dial with black Roman numerals and blued sword hands, powered by the automatic Caliber 1847 MC movement offering a 42-hour power reserve, perfect for the sophisticated urban professional who values timeless elegance, versatility, and subtle sophistication.
## Overall Watch Rating: 8.5/10.0
**Dials & Design Metric (9.6/10.0)** - The Santos Large's perfectly proportioned rectangular case, guilloché dial, and iconic exposed screws deliver peerless Art Deco-inspired aesthetics comparable to the Patek Philippe Calatrava in refinement.
**Material Metric (9.4/10.0)** - Premium 316L stainless steel construction with sapphire crystal and meticulous brushing/polishing rivals Omega's Seamaster in durability and luxury feel.
**History & Innovation Metric (8.8/10.0)** - As the first wristwatch designed for aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont in 1904, it boasts unparalleled historical significance akin to the Rolex Oyster.
**Brand Metric (8.7/10.0)** - Cartier's century-plus legacy of jewelry-watchmaking excellence positions it solidly in the luxury echelon with brands like Omega and Jaeger-LeCoultre.
**Versatility Metric (8.8/10.0)** - Interchangeable QuickSwitch bracelet and leather options plus 100m water resistance make it seamlessly adaptable from boardroom to weekend adventures, outshining most dress watches.
**Movement Metric (7.8/10.0)** - The in-house 1847 MC automatic with perlage finishing and reliable 28,800 vph beat offers solid performance on par with ETA 2892-A2 upgrades in mid-luxury pieces.
**Rarity Metric (7.3/10.0)** - At around $8,400 retail with substantial production volumes, its accessibility tempers exclusivity similar to popular Tudor Black Bay models.
**Functions Metric (4.8/10.0)** - Basic timekeeping with date provides everyday utility matching entry-luxury standards like the Tag Heuer Carrera.
**Complications Metric (3.9/10.0)** - Simple date window delivers minimal complexity on level with straightforward three-handers from Longines.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 9.2
## WM Collector Grade: A+
## Performance Insights: Excels in design, materials, heritage, and versatility while offering solid movement quality; provides exceptional value trading at market prices well below the $4,800 implied price.
## TPS Interpretation: Outstanding Value: The watch vastly overdelivers on luxury heritage and aesthetics relative to its price, making it a smart long-term investment.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
