I love my Santos, the only thing that annoyed me when I first got it was how quickly the polished area scratches. However, I've grown to love the scratches and accepted them as part of the watch's character.
More than a bit rude and complete BS lol. Man in touch with his feminine side would be more accurate if you are going to be a twat about it. I love the Reverso but could not pull it off. Figure I am just about confident (gay/macho?) enough for a Santos though 😉
@@BrittPearceWatches If it’s the ‘thinking man’s’ sports watch, can you please categorise the intelligence of all your other subscribers who prefer those thick round watches (ie sports balls) generally 🧐
You guys should share the Santos Medium! I 1000000% agree with you, heck the Santos is one of my favorite watches out there right now, definitely a sleeper, but with your video, it won’t be a sleeper anymore!
Totally agree, I have a Cartier Santos Or & Acier. Medium. With it's incredible Or & Acier bracelet, so smooth. This is unique, and also when meeting people wearing Rolex or big chronographs, it shine and separate yourself from the -sheeps- crowd.
About 30 yrs ago I bought one for myself. I'm a British male and at that time I was doing well in my business etc. I loved it though I felt the bracelet always pinched the hairs on my wrist... Right now I am looking for another watch (I sold the Santos many years ago) and have found the Santos again. I don't have the money for a new one but for me the XL Chrono is just wonderful. On an alligator strap too with a rubber strap for a change up now and again. Also these watches are bullet proof. Built like a tank and will last and last.
My Santos Medium is my most recent piece as of now, being purchased in April 2021. It’s hands down my favourite. After wearing my divers and other sports pieces from other prestigious Swiss brands, putting the Santos on takes it to a whole different level. The slim bracelet and the way it articulates so perfectly around the wrist, the thin case and perfect mix of industrial and class aesthetic making it truly universal for situations and occasions. It’s also my most accurate piece at +1/day…and don’t get me started on the dial and those blued hands! 😍 My only gripe is that mine isn’t solid Rose Gold!…Maybe one day 😂 Especially if they did a chocolate dial!!! 🙏🤞👀. The strong anti-magnetic characteristics are also due to the incorporation of a soft iron cage around the whole movement 👌
Kinda an odd question so sorry in advance but are you a medium built guy? I’m trying to figure out my size I’m 6 foot 180lbs and kinda wanna go for a large but not sure I have no local dealers that sell these in my area so kinda gotta guess.
Agree - ordered my new Large blue dial 3 weeks ago - its in - picking up soon - can't wait - underrated for sure - It will probably (well, it will be) a scratch magnet but sometimes you need to take a risk - in addition, it will be in the collection and in rotation so certainly will not be a daily - The watch is too beautiful to pass on at retail - I love the size and thinness too.
Cartier is so underrated, I think one day they will get more credit for being a watch brand and not a fashion brand. I got my Cartier Tank Must XL Automatic about a month ago on a leather black strap and I absolutely love it!
Can we get an amen to this whole comment?!?! Reducing Cartier to just a fashion brand is a giant mistake! Especially since Cartier BIRTHED THE MENS WRIST WATCH! Cmon now! It’s wasn’t Patek. It wasn’t Vacheron. Cartier gave us the modern men’s wrist watch! That’s enough to earn them a very special place in horology!
Hey there great video, I work for Cartier in Tokyo, and this is my first Cartier and still my only Cartier watch. I wear it pretty much every day. So versatile, and like said, the wearability is amazing. I almost always wear the SS, but you prompted me to switch out for tomorrow. Originally I was leaning towards the Large size with blue dial, but really glad I went with this one. Classic, clean and just fits my wrist so much better. My friend at work was part of the reintroduction of the Santos in 2018 in Marketing in Paris, I’ll tell him tomorrow how much you were gushing over the watch. He’s truly proud of it, it genuinely makes him happy to hear people loving on it.
@@Violet_Lotus_ not really. People wear other watches besides Cartier. Cartier is part of the Richemont Group, with several other high end watch makers. I have worn my vintage Omega to work before. The one brand that would be an issue is Rolex, although there are a couple people who have worn those to the office too. Of course mostly people are wearing Cartier.
Hey Britt, Thank you for pinning the approx. 12,000 gauss. I’ve watch many reviews on this beautiful (in my eyes) flawless timepiece and you were the first to mention the gauss rating 👏👏👏 I’m booked in with Cartier tomorrow (Toronto Boutique) as I finally have the reddies to buy a santos - medium. I want that luxury experience Cartier will no doubt bang out to me. Awesome vid! Love the delivery as you always make it fun!
Tried one on at my locals AD and I agree that it is an amazing watch. The medium was a perfect fit on my 7 1/4” wrist. It goes with everything. My only real concern is that the prominent bezel is a scratch magnet.
Just a matter of time before I get one (no pun intended) Nearly picked one up in Barbados a few months back. Tried it on loved it. Medium size perfect.
Just got mine in Two Tone Large agreed the most under rated watch out there. It’s absolutely amazing! Plus the extra strap and the Authorized Dealer gave me an extra blue strap for free! Bonanza! Get it while it lasts!
Great video. I have the large version and wear it all the time, more than my Rolex GMT "batman" which I bought back when you could walk into a Rolex dealer and walk out with a watch. I agree the Cartier Santos is a good value.
The Santos are great. We were in the Monaco cartier store and bought a matching set: I got the large version with date, the wife got the medium one with diamond bezel. Gorgeous. Super easy to change bracelet. Even super easy to take out a link yourself.
I bought the medium Santos yesterday. It is spectacular. 8.83mm thick and pure class. I do not understand how so many other sports watches are more hyped than this, but I’m happy I got one without jumping through hoops.
OMG this dialogue was in my mind!! I just started thinking about this perfect watch it ticks all the boxes !! Yet no body really rave about it 😅 I love it and I need it in my watch collection soon! Thanks for the video ❤️❤️
Great review! I didn’t really like the santos for a while, and now I definitely do. I’m planning on making it my next purchase. The new Fortis Marine Master M40 is seriously punching above it’s weight. The applied indices and finishing on the dial rival anything I’ve seen. The lume is absolutely incredible. I would love to see a watch gringa review on that piece! Fortis as a brand doesn’t get enough recognition and that release is definitely under rated for now. Be well!
I own the XL 100 version in both the classic white dial and blue dial. Absolutely love these pieces. Amazing bracelet technology. The XL is only 38mm diameter, so it's not exactly extra large. With the case shape it does wear closer to a 41mm watch though. The wrist presence is perfect for me. Cheers Gringa Goddess 😃
Just ordered one from Tourneau. Happiness arrives tomorrow! Got the medium steel. Never tried one on, so sight unseen. Good thing they have a 14 day return policy. Doubt if I’ll need it. Just discovered your channel. Subscribed. Tell hubby to share!
I have been thinking of the santos for a long time, but after your video I decided to pull the trigger and ordered it on Dec. 31st. Thank you for that 😊
The Santos was the watch that brought Cartier into my notice. I was impressed with the really clever bracelet design and eventually bought a 2018 one preowned in 2020. That was the entrance to the rabbit hole. Since then I have added a gold Tank Americaine, a steel Tank MC and a gold Tank Louis. Cartier is something of a preowned bargain. I have my eye on a Tank Francais but it is in Germany so I will have import taxes to contend with and that pushes the price up a touch more than I would like!
Oh you’ve gone FULL CARTIER MY FRIEND! And I respect that! 😱😱 I really could get lost in the world of Cartier! I want a Santos, a Pasha, a rose gold tank! 😱❤️
@@BrittPearceWatches go for it! To be honest a combination of Covid and watch obsession had me dumping most of my disposable income into watches and not just the Cartier quartet. When you can’t go on holiday, go to the pub or travel the money has to go somewhere!
I just bought a medium two tone , it’s quite literally so perfect Gringa, that I’m questioning the rest of my collection 😅😫 I know you’ll have your rose gold Santos when the passive income truly kicks in, only a matter of time! Subscribed.
It is one of the coolest watches ever!! Those screws on the bezel and bracelet!!! I just purchased a 2005 29mm Santos Galbee with a guilloche dial and im completely obsessed with it! Maybe you should look into the 29mm, would fit you perfectly!
i literally bought the new Large Santos just for fun, after watching your video. I thought, If i don't like it.. I'll flip it for $100 more than RRP... But then i realize i love it soo much that I ended up keeping it.
Hey Britt, I love your channel. Some time ago, I somehow didn’t like rectangle shaped watches like the Santos or the Reverso. I don’t know how, Things have changed.maybe it’s related to the way we perceive things as being beautiful. Now I feel that I have fallen in love with the Santos. I think I’m gonna buy one soon (but only if I can afford it! :-)
I don't like romans as a rule, but this video has me reconsidering if I'm honest. You're just wearing so much history and yes it does look so good notwithstanding the romans that I could probably look past it.
I got the large green Santos on its release at the start of June, I now find it is my favorite watch to wear and it has been complimented many times ! It really is a thing of great beauty Love all your videos
Had my Santos XL for 11 years now and it sits nicely along side my Panerai collection and wears well with my casual dress or my slightly more smarter days,and excellent all rounder🙏😌🙏
Just got one last night! its amazing, best bracelet i have ever felt. Also the boutique said they got the call last week that these are going on a "massive shortage" and i got the last one they might see until after christmas.
Fell in love with the Santos in 1990. Quit smoking and made a deal with the devil. I buy the watch and if I start smoking again I have to give it away. I still have the watch and good health. A win/win. Under/over rated? Under all the way but that's why I love it. Go to a sales meeting and it's all Rolex except my little Santos.
Nailed this one Gringa! The Santos is all about the design, juxtaposed of industrial and elegance. The watch doesn't specialize in anything. Is it a sports watch? No, there's no lume. Dress watch? It passes, but the industrial elements and sporty looks get in the way. The area it excels in is an every day wear. While not specializing in anything, it never looks out of place and always looks great.
I have an Omega, Breitlings, a Skydweller, had an AP amongst many cool Seiko’s. I got this EXACT Santos a month ago and it’s BY FAR my favorite watch and most doted on by others! I will just polish the bezel once a month or embrace the small scratches it picks up along the way. I’m pretty good at keeping my watches “new” no matter how much I wear my “investment” in case I want to sell. My favorite watch I’ve ever owned👍💯 great review
Lady Britt, I just discovered your channel and what an amazing channel it is. The release of this video was on my birthday 2021 as it shows. Fantastic video on a fantastic watch I would like to add a few things. Cartier was created in 1847. It has a history of jewelry by a gentleman with a vision. The first wristwatch was created in 1904 one year before a young German gentleman would introduce the Rolex. Whereas to Rolex was fully marketed to high achievers, and this was the principle, vision and direction of the creator, to which marketing was primary and very important to this day. Cartier, on the other hand created art, they created design. They were the masters of it, with a accomplished was jewelry pieces and time pieces with rich history, rich, romance, and rich soul. When you learn of the history of each individual product, it becomes part of you. It becomes part of your identity. That is the magic of Cartier. I worked at Cartier for about a year in 1988 I when I first came to see the Santos watch, it was a Breathless. The design was like no other. It was created at a time where the industrial revolution in the US was going on so whenever you see the screws on the watch design and on the band, there’s an instant connection to the industrialist and your soul. Everywhere in the world, the representation of a fastener, the screw used in time pieces and jewelry was genius. The shape of the actual design was unlike anything else at the time. Such an amazing, classic timeless horological legend. Cartier would then later on go on to add the love bracelet to its product line, which complimented the time pieces. Created by an Italian designer who broke up with his partner, this fantastic simplistic bracelet, which so happen to have screws also. Tiffany turned him down, Cartier saw the value. It instantly became another classic along with the watch. So many times when you see a lady with a Cartier time piece, chances are she has a love bracelet on the other wrist. Perhaps you have one Britt? 😊 The Cartier Santos edges out other luxury brands, such as Rolex, because it was created out of the need of a pilot, friend, and with the ultimate and design, thinking since 1847 produced this magnificent creation. It has romance, it has history, and you’ll never get tired of looking at it. Just a few thoughts. Great, great TH-cam channel, I applaud you, Lady Britt.
Great video gringa, just got the Santos blue dial, very happy with it, and my wife got a Tank Francaise haha all best from Mexico City, un beso mi gringa guapa!
I do love this watch and I only purchased it a few days ago. Although the biggest downside to it is the accuracy of the movement. I've been getting around +12 seconds a day so far which is quite high for the cost of the watch imo.
Ok...You will, by now, have realised that your husband has bought the medium Santos de Cartier in steel. There is a large Santos de Cartier which has a calendar date but there is NO 'small' version of the watch shown at the time of writing. I have recently acquired the two tone variant of the 'medium' size and I am absolutely thrilled with it. (Albeit an additional 2 thousand pounds or more for a few grams of gold bezel and some tiny screws was a stretch.) The ability to instantly switch out the steel bracelet for the Alligator blue strap (in my case) with it's deployant buckle is brilliant and totally transforms the look....for evening wear or whatever. The Santos confirms to my wrist like a glove, and that is where it stays. I give the gold bezel a weekly very brief and gentle rub down with a jewellers cloth - that will keep any scratches in check. I bought the Watch from a high end Jewellers in the UK - from stock, without any difficulty at all and without first having to buy the Sales lady a box of chocolates every week, or a coffee, or buy 3 other watches! My only twinge of regret is that the full Rose Gold version on leather is calling to me....but that would render another Cartier redundant. So it will have to wait...the madness is only temporarily sated. I would send you a wrist shot but do not know how! Good luck with the Channel.
Change Your Mind? I think you've changed mine! When I was at my AD last weekend ordering the Tudor BB58 Pepsi GMT, I was walking back to my car, and saw a Maison Birks store that carries Cartier watches. I only knew about the Cartier Tank, so went in to try it on. While there I spotted the large Carrier Santos, so asked the rep to try that one on as well. Well, WOW, WOW, WOW. It is the best fitting watch I have ever placed on my wrist, hugging the angles of my wrist perfectly. It's now jumped on my list replacing the JLC Reverso Tribute Duoface
@@martinbacon847 Hi Martin, yes, the Tudor Black Bay 58 with Pepsi bezel is a GMT. A true GMT watch. I think it is a new release in 2021 and is on the cover of the Tudor 21/22 catalogue
Yeah first time I saw this watch I lost my mind!!! I couldn't sleep at night from thinking about the santos. Next thing I know I was at mayors getting my large two tone. 🔥 sexiest watch I've seen in a long time.
Great video, highly recommend the santos to anyone sitting on the fence. I picked up my blue dial a couple of months ago and has been my go to watch since!
@@BrittPearceWatches thanks 🙏 Some hairlines developing on the bezel but eh wear it and have fun haha 😂 Harsh lighting and photos definitely make the scratches stick out more, not as noticeable in person.
It is a nice watch. I think the most underrated watch is the JLC Reverso Duo Face. Not too many watch enthusiasts list this watch of their must have list.
This watch is perfect IMO. It's just stunning, well built and well priced. Yes the gold bezel is nice but I think papi has made the right choice with the polished steel. 😍
I think it looks great on your wrist. I picked up the Santos Dumont Le 14 bis. I'm not generally a two-tone fan but looks great on this one with the sunburst anthracite dial.
Not gonna change your mind. Santos is one of THE great watches and it's been my grail for some time. It's the kind of watch that makes you think about why you love watches. In function and form I have what I consider a perfect 3 watch collection - Black Bay 58 blue, Longines Big Eye chronograph and Grand Seiko SBGA373. Love them. I don't NEED a Santos and yet I do. You know what I mean :)
Gringa what can I say except for BRILLIANT, loved 💕 this VLOG so very much, inspiring & made me think 💭 how we often overlook the classics 🙏❤️🤜. PS. BIG CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 to Watch Papi as well on the new Cartier Santos 🥳
I totally agree, I have the large blue dial and in size, slimness and versatility, it's uncannily similar to the Nautilus - but with more heritage. That's a tough act to follow.
Whoah bold claim and I like that as always you just throw your strong opinions out there. I agree! My wife’s husband just bought one for himself too 🤪 but I/He got the grey dial 😍
I love the Santos. I wish I could afford it!😅 But I could afford a used Tank Française and that’s what I went for. And I have zero regrets. Cartier is slowly being rediscovered by Watch geeks and that’s a good thing. I doubt they will ever gain mass appeal amongst the rabble(!) 😂 but that is also a good thing. 😎 Great vid btw. You make excellent observations. 👍
don't know if people will ever wake up, atleast it'll propobly not get "hype" concidering it's been around literally forever and still hasn't popped. it's been relevant for 112 years tho🙏🏼 and that's just absolutely amazing
Oh I love❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ this watch like nobody’s business. If I had the money I would be buying this watch for me. I just think it is absolutely stunning.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I bought the large two-tone Santos and it’s my dream watch! You’re right, the wearability is the best part about it, but you failed to mention what makes it so comfortable: the caseback is curved in parallel with your wrist so it sits perfectly atop your radial-ulnar throne!!!
People in the last 6 months seem to be talking about this one a lot more. Definitely a candidate for being the next hot one. I just wish you could get the blue dial and the applied markers on the smaller sized ones. That makes me sad. "for the Lord forsaketh his brethren with small wrists"
Great vid and what a fine looking watch! Papi got it right, now let’s hope he does you right. Hey Christmas is just around the corner right? Cheers to you both 🥃!
Hey, I am always trying my best to get back to everyone! ;) Especially anyone who comments in the first 24 hours! From there, I just can't. But, it's a two-way street! It's a dialogue, not a lecture. Why ask people to comment if you're not going to engage with them, y'know?! Anywho, I totally get that it's a bit blingy! A bit of a scratch magnet too. But I'm just too in love with this watch!
I love my Santos, the only thing that annoyed me when I first got it was how quickly the polished area scratches. However, I've grown to love the scratches and accepted them as part of the watch's character.
I’d love to see a pic of it, that’s one thing I’ve been wanting to see is how good it looks with the scratches
@@therustybezel7130 still looks great imo.
it is nothing to do if brushed area was scrutched
is there anything to protect the finish?
There should be some sort of protector if we can protect the screen of our phones
The Cartier Santos and JLC Reverso are the thinking man's sports watch.
TRUUUUUTH!
More than a bit rude and complete BS lol.
Man in touch with his feminine side would be more accurate if you are going to be a twat about it.
I love the Reverso but could not pull it off.
Figure I am just about confident (gay/macho?) enough for a Santos though 😉
@@BrittPearceWatches If it’s the ‘thinking man’s’ sports watch, can you please categorise the intelligence of all your other subscribers who prefer those thick round watches (ie sports balls) generally 🧐
You hit the nail on the head.
I have both but the only sport I care about is... none.
You guys should share the Santos Medium! I 1000000% agree with you, heck the Santos is one of my favorite watches out there right now, definitely a sleeper, but with your video, it won’t be a sleeper anymore!
Totally agree, I have a Cartier Santos Or & Acier. Medium. With it's incredible Or & Acier bracelet, so smooth.
This is unique, and also when meeting people wearing Rolex or big chronographs, it shine and separate yourself from the -sheeps- crowd.
IT'S GRINGA WEDNESDAY..... ON A THURSDAY. Sorry my schedule has been GASH, friends!
I got you dawg 😂
About 30 yrs ago I bought one for myself. I'm a British male and at that time I was doing well in my business etc. I loved it though I felt the bracelet always pinched the hairs on my wrist...
Right now I am looking for another watch (I sold the Santos many years ago) and have found the Santos again. I don't have the money for a new one but for me the XL Chrono is just wonderful. On an alligator strap too with a rubber strap for a change up now and again. Also these watches are bullet proof. Built like a tank and will last and last.
My Santos Medium is my most recent piece as of now, being purchased in April 2021. It’s hands down my favourite. After wearing my divers and other sports pieces from other prestigious Swiss brands, putting the Santos on takes it to a whole different level. The slim bracelet and the way it articulates so perfectly around the wrist, the thin case and perfect mix of industrial and class aesthetic making it truly universal for situations and occasions. It’s also my most accurate piece at +1/day…and don’t get me started on the dial and those blued hands! 😍 My only gripe is that mine isn’t solid Rose Gold!…Maybe one day 😂 Especially if they did a chocolate dial!!! 🙏🤞👀. The strong anti-magnetic characteristics are also due to the incorporation of a soft iron cage around the whole movement 👌
Kinda an odd question so sorry in advance but are you a medium built guy? I’m trying to figure out my size I’m 6 foot 180lbs and kinda wanna go for a large but not sure I have no local dealers that sell these in my area so kinda gotta guess.
Agree - ordered my new Large blue dial 3 weeks ago - its in - picking up soon - can't wait - underrated for sure - It will probably (well, it will be) a scratch magnet but sometimes you need to take a risk - in addition, it will be in the collection and in rotation so certainly will not be a daily - The watch is too beautiful to pass on at retail - I love the size and thinness too.
OH YASSSS! Omg, this is so exciting. Big congrats on the new watch you're picking up soon.
You are going to love it. I got mine a month ago and it’s awesome.
Cartier is so underrated, I think one day they will get more credit for being a watch brand and not a fashion brand. I got my Cartier Tank Must XL Automatic about a month ago on a leather black strap and I absolutely love it!
Can we get an amen to this whole comment?!?! Reducing Cartier to just a fashion brand is a giant mistake! Especially since Cartier BIRTHED THE MENS WRIST WATCH! Cmon now! It’s wasn’t Patek. It wasn’t Vacheron. Cartier gave us the modern men’s wrist watch! That’s enough to earn them a very special place in horology!
I just got my Santos. I have to tell you i like your review! U made it fun and not boring like others. Keep it up!
Hey there great video, I work for Cartier in Tokyo, and this is my first Cartier and still my only Cartier watch. I wear it pretty much every day. So versatile, and like said, the wearability is amazing. I almost always wear the SS, but you prompted me to switch out for tomorrow.
Originally I was leaning towards the Large size with blue dial, but really glad I went with this one. Classic, clean and just fits my wrist so much better.
My friend at work was part of the reintroduction of the Santos in 2018 in Marketing in Paris, I’ll tell him tomorrow how much you were gushing over the watch.
He’s truly proud of it, it genuinely makes him happy to hear people loving on it.
If you showed up to work with something other than a Cartier on, Wouldn’t you get in trouble?😅
@@Violet_Lotus_ not really. People wear other watches besides Cartier. Cartier is part of the Richemont Group, with several other high end watch makers.
I have worn my vintage Omega to work before. The one brand that would be an issue is Rolex, although there are a couple people who have worn those to the office too.
Of course mostly people are wearing Cartier.
Talked a friend out of buying a seamaster 300 in favour of a santos. Felt very proud
You’re doing the Lords work, Mike!
Hey Britt,
Thank you for pinning the approx. 12,000 gauss. I’ve watch many reviews on this beautiful (in my eyes) flawless timepiece and you were the first to mention the gauss rating 👏👏👏
I’m booked in with Cartier tomorrow (Toronto Boutique) as I finally have the reddies to buy a santos - medium. I want that luxury experience Cartier will no doubt bang out to me.
Awesome vid! Love the delivery as you always make it fun!
Tried one on at my locals AD and I agree that it is an amazing watch. The medium was a perfect fit on my 7 1/4” wrist. It goes with everything. My only real concern is that the prominent bezel is a scratch magnet.
Yup!! And that is a fair concern. It is definitely a scratch magnet! We've had a couple of scratches we were able to polish out!
Just a matter of time before I get one (no pun intended) Nearly picked one up in Barbados a few months back. Tried it on loved it. Medium size perfect.
Just got mine in Two Tone Large agreed the most under rated watch out there. It’s absolutely amazing! Plus the extra strap and the Authorized Dealer gave me an extra blue strap for free! Bonanza! Get it while it lasts!
Great video. I have the large version and wear it all the time, more than my Rolex GMT "batman" which I bought back when you could walk into a Rolex dealer and walk out with a watch. I agree the Cartier Santos is a good value.
Santos medium is dope AF y’all….dope AF.
The Santos are great. We were in the Monaco cartier store and bought a matching set: I got the large version with date, the wife got the medium one with diamond bezel. Gorgeous. Super easy to change bracelet. Even super easy to take out a link yourself.
I’m planning to get the two tone steel/gold model this month for my 50th birthday!
I bought the medium Santos yesterday. It is spectacular. 8.83mm thick and pure class. I do not understand how so many other sports watches are more hyped than this, but I’m happy I got one without jumping through hoops.
Is that the 35 mm?
@@Violet_Lotus_ not sure about the exact mm. But on the Cartier website it is the medium Santos.
I didn't know about this watch until I found this channel. Now it's my holy grail! I'm obsessed, too.😊
OMG this dialogue was in my mind!! I just started thinking about this perfect watch it ticks all the boxes !! Yet no body really rave about it 😅 I love it and I need it in my watch collection soon! Thanks for the video ❤️❤️
I want one so much and I'll get one some day! Love your blue jacket btw. Much love Britt, love your videos x
Great review! I didn’t really like the santos for a while, and now I definitely do. I’m planning on making it my next purchase. The new Fortis Marine Master M40 is seriously punching above it’s weight. The applied indices and finishing on the dial rival anything I’ve seen. The lume is absolutely incredible. I would love to see a watch gringa review on that piece! Fortis as a brand doesn’t get enough recognition and that release is definitely under rated for now. Be well!
I own the XL 100 version in both the classic white dial and blue dial. Absolutely love these pieces. Amazing bracelet technology. The XL is only 38mm diameter, so it's not exactly extra large. With the case shape it does wear closer to a 41mm watch though. The wrist presence is perfect for me. Cheers Gringa Goddess 😃
Just ordered one from Tourneau. Happiness arrives tomorrow! Got the medium steel. Never tried one on, so sight unseen. Good thing they have a 14 day return policy. Doubt if I’ll need it. Just discovered your channel. Subscribed. Tell hubby to share!
I have been thinking of the santos for a long time, but after your video I decided to pull the trigger and ordered it on Dec. 31st. Thank you for that 😊
Hopefully we’ll hear back from Papi and why he did what he did. I know he has a plan for you darling.Papi love’s his Gringa ❤️👍🏼
Bahahah I’m hoping and praying my friend! 😂❤️
@@BrittPearceWatches that butterscotch leather bracelet looks like the cat’s meow 😸
Christmas is just around the corner 🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞🤞
The Santos was the watch that brought Cartier into my notice. I was impressed with the really clever bracelet design and eventually bought a 2018 one preowned in 2020. That was the entrance to the rabbit hole. Since then I have added a gold Tank Americaine, a steel Tank MC and a gold Tank Louis. Cartier is something of a preowned bargain. I have my eye on a Tank Francais but it is in Germany so I will have import taxes to contend with and that pushes the price up a touch more than I would like!
Oh you’ve gone FULL CARTIER MY FRIEND! And I respect that! 😱😱 I really could get lost in the world of Cartier! I want a Santos, a Pasha, a rose gold tank! 😱❤️
@@BrittPearceWatches go for it! To be honest a combination of Covid and watch obsession had me dumping most of my disposable income into watches and not just the Cartier quartet. When you can’t go on holiday, go to the pub or travel the money has to go somewhere!
@@jimflynn5105 price for that preowned pls..
@@humblewiz4953 I think I paid £4k for mine last year but prices seem to have picked up a bit. So about £4500 now.
I just bought a medium two tone , it’s quite literally so perfect Gringa, that I’m questioning the rest of my collection 😅😫 I know you’ll have your rose gold Santos when the passive income truly kicks in, only a matter of time! Subscribed.
It’s on my list this one.
I don’t need to think too hard about it. I just know I’ll love it.
You rock Britt.
A very worthy one to be on your list! 😱😍 I can’t wait to hopefully get one one day!
It is one of the coolest watches ever!! Those screws on the bezel and bracelet!!! I just purchased a 2005 29mm Santos Galbee with a guilloche dial and im completely obsessed with it! Maybe you should look into the 29mm, would fit you perfectly!
i literally bought the new Large Santos just for fun, after watching your video. I thought, If i don't like it.. I'll flip it for $100 more than RRP... But then i realize i love it soo much that I ended up keeping it.
Definitely underrated... More better looking then the rolex sub and ap offshore in my opinion
Having bought a medium santos a month ago. It’s been my go to watch every time. I love it.
Hey Britt, I love your channel. Some time ago, I somehow didn’t like rectangle shaped watches like the Santos or the Reverso. I don’t know how, Things have changed.maybe it’s related to the way we perceive things as being beautiful. Now I feel that I have fallen in love with the Santos. I think I’m gonna buy one soon (but only if I can afford it! :-)
that's a nice piece! congrats to your hubby! I love mine. and the medium is great. I like your jacket gringa!
OMG finally someone who loves the SANTOS !! i have the very first model from the 80's and my friends to it !
Thank you. I got rid of my Tank 20 years ago and I think its time to get a Cartier again. Great vido.
Love this watch, so underrated I just hope people stay ignorant about it until its in my collection.
I don't like romans as a rule, but this video has me reconsidering if I'm honest. You're just wearing so much history and yes it does look so good notwithstanding the romans that I could probably look past it.
I got the large green Santos on its release at the start of June, I now find it is my favorite watch to wear and it has been complimented many times !
It really is a thing of great beauty
Love all your videos
Had my Santos XL for 11 years now and it sits nicely along side my Panerai collection and wears well with my casual dress or my slightly more smarter days,and excellent all rounder🙏😌🙏
Can not believe this betrayal WG!!!!! That Cartier is beautiful! Great show!!!
ME NEITHER RUSSELL. I CANNNNNOT BELIEVE. But watch collecting is a marathon, not a sprint. ;)
Just got one last night! its amazing, best bracelet i have ever felt. Also the boutique said they got the call last week that these are going on a "massive shortage" and i got the last one they might see until after christmas.
Bought a Large Santos with Blue dial and applied numerals... I cant stop looking at it... Thanks Britt P! I love the review!
Fell in love with the Santos in 1990. Quit smoking and made a deal with the devil. I buy the watch and if I start smoking again I have to give it away. I still have the watch and good health. A win/win. Under/over rated? Under all the way but that's why I love it. Go to a sales meeting and it's all Rolex except my little Santos.
I’m getting the medium, despite having large wrists. The watch is just fantastic. Slim case, that cantastic bracelet. Perfect.
Nailed this one Gringa! The Santos is all about the design, juxtaposed of industrial and elegance. The watch doesn't specialize in anything. Is it a sports watch? No, there's no lume. Dress watch? It passes, but the industrial elements and sporty looks get in the way. The area it excels in is an every day wear. While not specializing in anything, it never looks out of place and always looks great.
Right?!? That’s exactly it! It doesn’t specialise in anything. It’s just a good, classic all rounder! ❤️✨
I have an Omega, Breitlings, a Skydweller, had an AP amongst many cool Seiko’s. I got this EXACT Santos a month ago and it’s BY FAR my favorite watch and most doted on by others! I will just polish the bezel once a month or embrace the small scratches it picks up along the way. I’m pretty good at keeping my watches “new” no matter how much I wear my “investment” in case I want to sell. My favorite watch I’ve ever owned👍💯 great review
Lady Britt, I just discovered your channel and what an amazing channel it is. The release of this video was on my birthday 2021 as it shows. Fantastic video on a fantastic watch I would like to add a few things. Cartier was created in 1847. It has a history of jewelry by a gentleman with a vision. The first wristwatch was created in 1904 one year before a young German gentleman would introduce the Rolex. Whereas to Rolex was fully marketed to high achievers, and this was the principle, vision and direction of the creator, to which marketing was primary and very important to this day. Cartier, on the other hand created art, they created design. They were the masters of it, with a accomplished was jewelry pieces and time pieces with rich history, rich, romance, and rich soul. When you learn of the history of each individual product, it becomes part of you. It becomes part of your identity. That is the magic of Cartier. I worked at Cartier for about a year in 1988 I when I first came to see the Santos watch, it was a Breathless. The design was like no other. It was created at a time where the industrial revolution in the US was going on so whenever you see the screws on the watch design and on the band, there’s an instant connection to the industrialist and your soul. Everywhere in the world, the representation of a fastener, the screw used in time pieces and jewelry was genius. The shape of the actual design was unlike anything else at the time. Such an amazing, classic timeless horological legend. Cartier would then later on go on to add the love bracelet to its product line, which complimented the time pieces. Created by an Italian designer who broke up with his partner, this fantastic simplistic bracelet, which so happen to have screws also. Tiffany turned him down, Cartier saw the value. It instantly became another classic along with the watch. So many times when you see a lady with a Cartier time piece, chances are she has a love bracelet on the other wrist. Perhaps you have one Britt? 😊
The Cartier Santos edges out other luxury brands, such as Rolex, because it was created out of the need of a pilot, friend, and with the ultimate and design, thinking since 1847 produced this magnificent creation. It has romance, it has history, and you’ll never get tired of looking at it. Just a few thoughts. Great, great TH-cam channel, I applaud you, Lady Britt.
Great video gringa, just got the Santos blue dial, very happy with it, and my wife got a Tank Francaise haha all best from Mexico City, un beso mi gringa guapa!
Btw, although is great, the Santos is a magnet for scratches. That’s the only thing I don’t love
I do love this watch and I only purchased it a few days ago. Although the biggest downside to it is the accuracy of the movement. I've been getting around +12 seconds a day so far which is quite high for the cost of the watch imo.
You may need to get the watch checked, mine runs about -3 seconds per day
Between this and the tank Cartier is really really catching my interest. Fully agree this is going to be a must have.
This watch caught my eyes! Elegance at its finest!
Gringa girl, this is a beautiful piece, industry and elegance all in one, I love it, and overlooked, truly a rarity in a heated market
Ok...You will, by now, have realised that your husband has bought the medium Santos de Cartier in steel. There is a large Santos de Cartier which has a calendar date but there is NO 'small' version of the watch shown at the time of writing.
I have recently acquired the two tone variant of the 'medium' size and I am absolutely thrilled with it. (Albeit an additional 2 thousand pounds or more for a few grams of gold bezel and some tiny screws was a stretch.) The ability to instantly switch out the steel bracelet for the Alligator blue strap (in my case) with it's deployant buckle is brilliant and totally transforms the look....for evening wear or whatever.
The Santos confirms to my wrist like a glove, and that is where it stays. I give the gold bezel a weekly very brief and gentle rub down with a jewellers cloth - that will keep any scratches in check.
I bought the Watch from a high end Jewellers in the UK - from stock, without any difficulty at all and without first having to buy the Sales lady a box of chocolates every week, or a coffee, or buy 3 other watches!
My only twinge of regret is that the full Rose Gold version on leather is calling to me....but that would render another Cartier redundant. So it will have to wait...the madness is only temporarily sated.
I would send you a wrist shot but do not know how! Good luck with the Channel.
The Santos is definitely on my Christmas list this year.. great watch, awesome video Gringa!! 👍🏻👍🏻
It's officially on mine too! ;) Thank you so much darling
Change Your Mind? I think you've changed mine! When I was at my AD last weekend ordering the Tudor BB58 Pepsi GMT, I was walking back to my car, and saw a Maison Birks store that carries Cartier watches. I only knew about the Cartier Tank, so went in to try it on. While there I spotted the large Carrier Santos, so asked the rep to try that one on as well. Well, WOW, WOW, WOW. It is the best fitting watch I have ever placed on my wrist, hugging the angles of my wrist perfectly. It's now jumped on my list replacing the JLC Reverso Tribute Duoface
Is there a BB58 GMT?
@@martinbacon847 Hi Martin, yes, the Tudor Black Bay 58 with Pepsi bezel is a GMT. A true GMT watch. I think it is a new release in 2021 and is on the cover of the Tudor 21/22 catalogue
I think the Black Bay GMT is a 41 mm watch.
@@martinbacon847 yes, it is 41mm
@@martinbacon847 No, there isn't. Just the standard Black Bay GMT, no 58.
100% agreed ! medium size Gold & stainless steel
Nice video!Have you thought about making a video of your jewelry collection?
Its a beautiful piece . I love it.
Yeah first time I saw this watch I lost my mind!!! I couldn't sleep at night from thinking about the santos. Next thing I know I was at mayors getting my large two tone. 🔥 sexiest watch I've seen in a long time.
Great video, highly recommend the santos to anyone sitting on the fence. I picked up my blue dial a couple of months ago and has been my go to watch since!
Very well said! YAS! The blue dial is just divine!! Keep wearing it in good health! Have you found the polished bits scratch easily?! 😱
@@BrittPearceWatches thanks 🙏
Some hairlines developing on the bezel but eh wear it and have fun haha 😂
Harsh lighting and photos definitely make the scratches stick out more, not as noticeable in person.
It is a nice watch. I think the most underrated watch is the JLC Reverso Duo Face. Not too many watch enthusiasts list this watch of their must have list.
Yay!!! Love the Cartier content. Santos is one of my favourite watches after the Louis Cartier Tank of course
Love the watch. I own the middle size too. It is stunning and an exciting watch. Omg I love it so much.
Gah! Such a fabulous watch my friend! Keep wearing it in good health!
This watch is perfect IMO. It's just stunning, well built and well priced. Yes the gold bezel is nice but I think papi has made the right choice with the polished steel.
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Cheers Chris! 👍🏽
I think it looks great on your wrist. I picked up the Santos Dumont Le 14 bis. I'm not generally a two-tone fan but looks great on this one with the sunburst anthracite dial.
Not gonna change your mind. Santos is one of THE great watches and it's been my grail for some time. It's the kind of watch that makes you think about why you love watches. In function and form I have what I consider a perfect 3 watch collection - Black Bay 58 blue, Longines Big Eye chronograph and Grand Seiko SBGA373. Love them. I don't NEED a Santos and yet I do. You know what I mean :)
Gringa what can I say except for BRILLIANT, loved 💕 this VLOG so very much, inspiring & made me think 💭 how we often overlook the classics 🙏❤️🤜. PS. BIG CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 to Watch Papi as well on the new Cartier Santos 🥳
Thank you 🙏🏼
The Santos also comes in three sizes, so it will fit any size wrist.
I totally agree, I have the large blue dial and in size, slimness and versatility, it's uncannily similar to the Nautilus - but with more heritage. That's a tough act to follow.
I just bought a medium Santos too. Love it!
Whoah bold claim and I like that as always you just throw your strong opinions out there. I agree! My wife’s husband just bought one for himself too 🤪 but I/He got the grey dial 😍
Your wife’s husband made a great choice.
I’m jealous of your wife’s husband! 😜😂❤️❤️❤️
Absolutly beautiful. I've tried it on, I love small sizes ( I'm fond of 36mm +_). Been eyeballing it for quit awhile. Great review! :)
It is super underrated! I have one coming soon to me! Im getting married in 2 weeks so i would want to have it by that time! Thanks for this video!
Congratulations on getting married! And what a great choice of wedding watch 💪🏽💙
RIIIGHT?! Ahhh no way! biggest congrats EVER with the upcoming wedding! And I realllllly hope you get one in time! Keep me in the loop.
@@watchpapi thank you !! Im very glad i made this choice
@@BrittPearceWatches i will! Thank you very much for your best wishes haha! Keep doing videos love them alot!
Not sure if this had happened yet.. but watch Papi has an absolute layup for a Christmas present. Add the hers to his and hers. Game over.
Its bloody fabulous...period! I want it!
The perfect choice for a "one watch collection", I will go for the mixed yellow gold and steel in size large (18 cm of wrist).
I love the Santos. I wish I could afford it!😅 But I could afford a used Tank Française and that’s what I went for. And I have zero regrets. Cartier is slowly being rediscovered by Watch geeks and that’s a good thing. I doubt they will ever gain mass appeal amongst the rabble(!) 😂 but that is also a good thing. 😎 Great vid btw. You make excellent observations. 👍
Definitely a good thing, I can see this watch being unavailable soon if more people catch on.
Lovely time piece. However, I am not a fan of roman numerals on a watch dial. But, I agree it is simply gorgeous 😍 .
Now that is a fair one my friend! I personally love roman numerals. Makes me feel elegant and sh1t.
@@BrittPearceWatches ❤🤣🤣
don't know if people will ever wake up, atleast it'll propobly not get "hype" concidering it's been around literally forever and still hasn't popped. it's been relevant for 112 years tho🙏🏼 and that's just absolutely amazing
Oh I love❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ this watch like nobody’s business. If I had the money I would be buying this watch for me. I just think it is absolutely stunning.❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
I bought the large two-tone Santos and it’s my dream watch! You’re right, the wearability is the best part about it, but you failed to mention what makes it so comfortable: the caseback is curved in parallel with your wrist so it sits perfectly atop your radial-ulnar throne!!!
People in the last 6 months seem to be talking about this one a lot more. Definitely a candidate for being the next hot one. I just wish you could get the blue dial and the applied markers on the smaller sized ones. That makes me sad. "for the Lord forsaketh his brethren with small wrists"
Ahhh I know this Bible verse well. 1 Cor 13:3. I too am afflicted with small wrists! 😭❤️
Great vid and what a fine looking watch! Papi got it right, now let’s hope he does you right. Hey Christmas is just around the corner right? Cheers to you both 🥃!
Christmas is close but just a little step after and someone has a milestone birthday……. Who knows what the future might have in store!?
@@watchpapi The future is uncertain indeed, I trust you’ll make the right call for both of you, as I hope the best for you guys.
My birthday is 6 months after Christmas James.
@@BrittPearceWatches yeah, as I said 🤷🏻♂️
hey britt i agree its absolutly beatifull i need it i cant afford it but im going to buy anyway one life live it and have what makes you happy xx
Does the bracelet technology limit you to only buying Cartier straps?
I just recently tried a vintage 29mm model and dang... I think I'm gonna get one soon
Gah! SOO GOOD! ❤️🔥
I think you have one of the best rates like vs unlike in HISTORY. How could anybody ever put unlike on you? My god 😂
Lol! OH TRUET ME, there are people! 😂❤️❤️ thank you so much darling!
You should review the newly introduced moels and co 528, such a beautiful watch. I guess you will feel in love with it as much as the Cartier Santos.
I get it! It’s just too bling for me personally. Btw, respect how you try to respond to all comments. Nobody does that anymore. Cheers.
Hey, I am always trying my best to get back to everyone! ;) Especially anyone who comments in the first 24 hours! From there, I just can't. But, it's a two-way street! It's a dialogue, not a lecture. Why ask people to comment if you're not going to engage with them, y'know?! Anywho, I totally get that it's a bit blingy! A bit of a scratch magnet too. But I'm just too in love with this watch!
Great watch. Refined finishes. And a welcome break from the another prominent brand!
Cartier's ring is also very beautiful, I think Cartier is a good choice, with a unique taste and story.
Loved the medium size and.... My wife took it from my box collection so is her watch now
Under-rated. You sold me on it. That bracelet is awesome!
Fully agree. Incredible watch for the money and a great, one watch option.
Right?! 😍👏🏻 thank you so much!
im wearing the large blue dial santos it might be my favourite watch of all time