Santos de Cartier Large 18ct Yellow Gold Men’s Skeleton Dial Watch
A statement of timeless luxury and mechanical brilliance. The Santos de Cartier Large Skeleton Dial Watch in 18ct Yellow Gold is an extraordinary creation that exemplifies Cartier’s mastery of fine watchmaking, heritage, and avant-garde design. Merging sculptural elegance with technical artistry, this timepiece is both a bold fashion declaration and a horological masterpiece.
Encased in solid 18ct yellow gold, the 39.8 mm case exudes warmth, prestige, and unmistakable luxury. At its core lies a meticulously skeletonized manual-winding mechanical movement – the Cartier Calibre 9611 MC – whose bridges have been artfully shaped into Roman numerals. These form the skeletonized dial itself, allowing the movement’s inner workings to become a living sculpture on the wrist.
The openwork design isn’t just visually stunning — it reflects the architecture and symmetry that defines Cartier’s design language. Every component is thoughtfully finished and showcased beneath scratch-resistant sapphire crystals on both front and caseback, ensuring clarity and protection for this high complication.
Paired with an interchangeable dark grey or black alligator leather strap, this watch leverages Cartier’s QuickSwitch system for seamless strap changes. Whether you’re attending a black-tie event or commanding a boardroom, the timepiece effortlessly adapts to your lifestyle.
This model pays homage to the original 1904 Santos-Dumont watch — one of the very first pilot’s watches and a symbol of Cartier’s role in shaping the history of the wristwatch.
✅ Key Features & Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Santos de Cartier Large Skeleton Watch – 18ct Yellow Gold |
| Reference | WHSA0015 (verify based on source or region) |
| Case Size | 39.8 mm width x 47.5 mm height |
| Case Material | Solid 18ct Yellow Gold |
| Dial | Skeleton dial with Roman numeral-shaped bridges (open-worked) |
| Movement | Manual winding – Cartier Calibre 9611 MC |
| Power Reserve | Approx. 72 hours |
| Functions | Hours, Minutes |
| Crown | 7-sided crown set with blue sapphire cabochon |
| Crystal | Front and caseback sapphire crystal |
| Strap | Interchangeable black or grey alligator leather strap |
| Clasp | 18ct yellow gold folding clasp |
| Water Resistance | 100 meters (10 bar / 330 ft) |
| Case Thickness | Approx. 9 mm |
| Gender | Men’s / Unisex |
| Origin | Swiss Made |
| Warranty | 8-year Cartier International Warranty (with registration) |
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