{"product_id":"case-316-cartier-santos-dumont-large-ref-wssa0085","title":"Case #432 — Cartier Santos-Dumont Large  Ref. WSSA0085","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCase #316 — Cartier Santos-Dumont Large  Ref. WSSA0085\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"223\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"68\" data-end=\"79\"\u003eStatus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active Investigation\u003cbr data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"103\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"117\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent Pre-Owned\u003cbr data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"140\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"150\"\u003eScope:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warranty Card (Includes Non-Cartier Presentation Box)\u003cbr data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"207\" data-end=\"216\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"225\" data-end=\"228\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1tss1oi\" data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"247\"\u003e🔎 Case Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"249\" data-end=\"418\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eCartier Santos-Dumont Ref. WSSA0085\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the purest expressions of Cartier’s design language — a watch that prioritizes elegance, proportion, and restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"420\" data-end=\"709\"\u003eOriginally inspired by aviator \u003cstrong data-start=\"451\" data-end=\"476\"\u003eAlberto Santos-Dumont\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Santos is one of the earliest purpose-built wristwatches in history. The modern Santos-Dumont line strips the design back even further, focusing on \u003cstrong data-start=\"630\" data-end=\"708\"\u003eultra-thin profile, clean Roman numeral dial, and refined case proportions\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"711\" data-end=\"1009\"\u003eThis Large model maintains a strong wrist presence while remaining exceptionally slim and wearable. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"858\"\u003esilvered dial with black Roman numerals\u003c\/strong\u003e, blued hands, and classic square case with exposed screws create a look that is unmistakably Cartier — timeless, balanced, and instantly recognizable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1011\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eThis example is presented in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1040\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003eexcellent pre-owned condition\u003c\/strong\u003e, showing \u003cstrong data-start=\"1083\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003every minimal signs of wear\u003c\/strong\u003e. The case, dial, and crystal present cleanly, and the strap remains in strong condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1306\"\u003eThe watch includes its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1227\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003ewarranty card dated 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e and comes with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1273\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003enon-Cartier presentation box\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1vigvny\" data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1333\"\u003e🕰️ The Evidence\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1335\" data-end=\"1349\"\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e WSSA0085\u003cbr data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1361\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1361\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cartier Santos-Dumont Large\u003cbr data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1402\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003eCase:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stainless Steel\u003cbr data-start=\"1427\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003eCase Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 43.5 × 31.4 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"1467\" data-end=\"1470\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1480\"\u003eBezel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polished Steel with Exposed Screws\u003cbr data-start=\"1515\" data-end=\"1518\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1518\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003eCrystal:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire\u003cbr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1542\" data-end=\"1551\"\u003eDial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silvered with Black Roman Numerals\u003cbr data-start=\"1586\" data-end=\"1589\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quartz\u003cbr data-start=\"1609\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1612\" data-end=\"1622\"\u003eStrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Leather Strap\u003cbr data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1645\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1645\" data-end=\"1662\"\u003eBracelet Fit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Adjustable leather strap\u003cbr data-start=\"1687\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003eWater Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 m\u003cbr data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1719\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1719\" data-end=\"1728\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2025\u003cbr data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1736\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1752\"\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warranty Card (Includes Non-Cartier Presentation Box)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1967\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1830\"\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent pre-owned condition with very light signs of wear. Case, dial, and crystal present cleanly; strap remains in strong condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1972\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"2vrnuh\" data-start=\"1974\" data-end=\"1998\"\u003e✈️ The Santos Legacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2224\"\u003eFew watches carry the historical weight of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2047\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003eCartier Santos\u003c\/strong\u003e. First created in the early 1900s for aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont, it is widely regarded as one of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003efirst modern wristwatches ever produced\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003eThe Santos-Dumont line represents the most \u003cstrong data-start=\"2269\" data-end=\"2314\"\u003erefined and dress-oriented interpretation\u003c\/strong\u003e of that legacy — emphasizing elegance and thinness over sport utility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"11nlzpb\" data-start=\"2392\" data-end=\"2419\"\u003e🌟 Collector Provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2421\" data-end=\"2570\"\u003eExamples with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2435\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003erecent warranty cards\u003c\/strong\u003e, such as this \u003cstrong data-start=\"2475\" data-end=\"2495\"\u003e2025-dated piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, remain especially appealing to collectors seeking a near-current example.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2722\"\u003eThe Santos-Dumont has developed a strong following among those who appreciate \u003cstrong data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003edesign-driven watchmaking and timeless aesthetics\u003c\/strong\u003e over complication.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2724\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"7nsfpj\" data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2756\"\u003e🌟 Celebrity Provenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2758\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003eThe Santos has been worn by artists, designers, and cultural icons for over a century, cementing its place as one of the most recognizable and enduring watch designs in history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2940\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ruyvi3\" data-start=\"2942\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003e🧾 From the Case File\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2969\" data-end=\"3108\"\u003e“Recovered in excellent pre-owned condition with warranty card dated 2025. Includes non-Cartier presentation box. Minimal wear throughout.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3110\" data-end=\"3113\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"z3v7b\" data-start=\"3115\" data-end=\"3134\"\u003e🗝️ BST Verdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3136\" data-end=\"3406\"\u003eCase #316 delivers one of the \u003cstrong data-start=\"3166\" data-end=\"3204\"\u003emost iconic designs in watchmaking\u003c\/strong\u003e in its purest modern form. With its \u003cstrong data-start=\"3241\" data-end=\"3308\"\u003eexcellent condition, recent 2025 card, and timeless proportions\u003c\/strong\u003e, the Santos-Dumont remains a cornerstone piece for any collection focused on design and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3408\" data-end=\"3449\"\u003e👉 \u003cstrong data-start=\"3411\" data-end=\"3449\"\u003eEvery case deserves a closer look.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baker Street Timepieces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56323607462191,"sku":null,"price":4150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0948\/5359\/5439\/files\/IMG_3403.jpg?v=1775483698","url":"https:\/\/bakerstreettimepieces.com\/products\/case-316-cartier-santos-dumont-large-ref-wssa0085","provider":"Baker Street Timepieces","version":"1.0","type":"link"}