Received my new Cartier Santos (large model w/date) today. The bracelet has been described as Rolex & Audemars Piguet quality. I heartily agree. It’s substantive. The fit and finish on this timepiece can only be described as “haute joaillerie”. It’s fluid and elegant. The 2020 version has an upgraded deployment buckle with a spring loaded quick release built into it. The leather strap is now custom fitted at the “C” end of the buckle. It’s finished with a built in quick release spring bar. It’s a much more tailored approach than having to pull the strap under the buckle on both sides. Listening to the MC 1847 movement, while I wound it, revealed a quality resonance. This in house 23 jewel movement is much improved over the ETA 2894 in my Cartier Roadster. Though power reserve remains at 42 hours. Cartier goes high tech by using a QR Code allowing its customer to quickly scan and register the watch for its eight year warranty. Yes, 8 Years!
I think you were installing the bracelet on the wrong side. If you look at the end link it says "12H" or "6H" to tell you that side goes to the 12 o'clock side or 6 o'clock side.
If you can afford this watch you can afford the Cartier straps, if you find them too expensive to buy you probably should not be buying this watch. And if the straps are flush to the face well perhaps thats got something to do with it being a square watch.
Just bought mine two days ago. Cartier boutiques offer the tan/camel one stock AND a complimentary strap of your choosing that fit the Santos. There is about 8 straps to choose from. Pretty cool! I got the darker brown....not too keen on the stock camel/tan color.
Nice video - thanks! I’ve read on a number of forums that this watch is a “scratch magnet”. What are your views? I imagine the polished bezel does scratch easily but is that also the case for the rest of the case and the metal bracelet? Thank you!
If scratches are going to bug you stay away from watches, or buy a ceramic Rado or, at a minimum, a brushed steel watch. Anything polished will scratch if you breathe on it.
It’s funny to me how everyone calls this innovative…. When literally apple does this for their watches for years. Again, awesome to see for actual watches but let’s not give Cartier too much praise
First adopted on the Roadster models. Found it a novel quick way to change from bracelet to strap. Big con was you could only buy Cartier straps and the strap locking mechanism at end tended to brake off from the strap itself. A few occasions the bracelet could even come free of locking mechanism as well. But otherwise great idea. Informative clear video as well and nice watch. Congrats.
I love my Santos, super easy to adjust the bracelet and change straps. Have a few straps from Delugs that I swap in and out. Reminds me of Apple Watch quick release system.
Whats the long term future for this? If I want to give my kid this watch after 30 years is he gonna find it impossible to get a compatible strap/bracelet?
Super idea and well shown by you, well done. What size is that watch of yours shown there please? I have toyed with the idea of buying a Santos, having had one some 30 years ago, but cannot work out which size would be best for me.
Say you kept the watch in good condition for more than ten or twenty years. Will Cartier still have a leather bracelet available for this model? I mean spring bars maybe old fashioned, but it can be replaced with any type of straps, be it leather, nato, nylon, mesh and steel. So the bracelet is one of my concerns. Sure it's easy to replace with the system, but you will only be limitied with the steel and leather option. And I guess buying another color from Cartier will cost a lot.
Hey I’m willing to buy medium Santos but I feel blue leather strap looks better than tan coloured strap. So my question is can I swap tan strap with blue strap for free?
What i’m concerned about is that for the leather strap, the pinching mechanism keeping the strap ends on the underside will tend to slip as the leather breaks in. I had the same problem with my Oris ProPilot Air Racing and i’d wager the Oris clamping mechanism would be more robust that Cartier’s.
Sam Addinall I went with the medium with my 6.7” wrist. Both will look good on you. The medium will look small yes, but it also depends if you want a dressier or sportier look according to how you will wear it.
@@OffTheCuffUK This is incorrect, the 35mm (medium) only comes without a date window and the larger size (39mm is it?) all come with a window at the 6.
I have a 6.25" wrist and this watch still looks tiny on me even with the metal bracelet and the leather makes it look even tinier. I don't get why anyone would go for anything but the larger model.
Well depends on what look you’re going for I guess! I have some pieces that are 33mm, but others only wear above 42mm. Different strokes for different folks!
I just don't understand why cartier chose that awful light brown coloured leather strap! A nice darker brown, black or blue would have been so much better
Lovely watch, I would definitely consider this however, I am not sure I like the idea of a quick release mechanism holding a £5.5k watch onto my wrist. I wonder how wear and tear will impact that in the long term.
how the hell do I open it for the first tine? the folding clasp. I've been trying for 30 minutes straight now, even though I have the instructions on paper
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Received my new Cartier Santos (large model w/date) today. The bracelet has been described as Rolex & Audemars Piguet quality. I heartily agree. It’s substantive.
The fit and finish on this timepiece can only be described as “haute joaillerie”. It’s fluid and elegant.
The 2020 version has an upgraded deployment buckle with a spring loaded quick release built into it.
The leather strap is now custom fitted at the “C” end of the buckle. It’s finished with a built in quick release spring bar. It’s a much more tailored approach than having to pull the strap under the buckle on both sides.
Listening to the MC 1847 movement, while I wound it, revealed a quality resonance. This in house 23 jewel movement is much improved over the ETA 2894 in my Cartier Roadster. Though power reserve remains at 42 hours.
Cartier goes high tech by using a QR Code allowing its customer to quickly scan and register the watch for its eight year warranty.
Yes, 8 Years!
awesome insight, thanks for sharing
useless instruction. going too fast, all I can see his fingers and not the band.
Thanks for the feedback!
Delugs now makes straps for the Santos de Cartier.
I was toying between this or a 36mm explorer, the santos is winning atm
I think you were installing the bracelet on the wrong side. If you look at the end link it says "12H" or "6H" to tell you that side goes to the 12 o'clock side or 6 o'clock side.
If you can afford this watch you can afford the Cartier straps, if you find them too expensive to buy you probably should not be buying this watch. And if the straps are flush to the face well perhaps thats got something to do with it being a square watch.
What on earth are you talking about.
Lol what?
Just bought mine two days ago. Cartier boutiques offer the tan/camel one stock AND a complimentary strap of your choosing that fit the Santos. There is about 8 straps to choose from. Pretty cool! I got the darker brown....not too keen on the stock camel/tan color.
Nice review ! I tried the full size wss0009 and I think the medium size wss0010 it looks a lot better even on a large wrist and hand
Nice video - thanks! I’ve read on a number of forums that this watch is a “scratch magnet”. What are your views? I imagine the polished bezel does scratch easily but is that also the case for the rest of the case and the metal bracelet? Thank you!
Christopher Bailey Thank you for the reply!
If scratches are going to bug you stay away from watches, or buy a ceramic Rado or, at a minimum, a brushed steel watch. Anything polished will scratch if you breathe on it.
Don't ever buy a any Tiffany watches online it's all fake
The only thing I don’t like about this system is that I can’t add a third party rubber strap or even nato
@@OffTheCuffUK a NATO on a non diver watch??
Is that you tgv?
Nato on a Cartier watch... I have a better idea: what about a strap from a Casio resin watch? that should be lovely.
Really wish there was a micro adjust on the bracelet clasp. Sometimes find it too tight
It’s funny to me how everyone calls this innovative…. When literally apple does this for their watches for years. Again, awesome to see for actual watches but let’s not give Cartier too much praise
100% true!
First adopted on the Roadster models. Found it a novel quick way to change from bracelet to strap. Big con was you could only buy Cartier straps and the strap locking mechanism at end tended to brake off from the strap itself. A few occasions the bracelet could even come free of locking mechanism as well. But otherwise great idea. Informative clear video as well and nice watch. Congrats.
I love my Santos, super easy to adjust the bracelet and change straps. Have a few straps from Delugs that I swap in and out. Reminds me of Apple Watch quick release system.
Whats the long term future for this? If I want to give my kid this watch after 30 years is he gonna find it impossible to get a compatible strap/bracelet?
Delugs make straps that fit this also so it will probably still be possible
Is there anyway to clean the water stains from the leather strap?
I need an answer to this too 😔
You didn’t mention how to remove links.
Super idea and well shown by you, well done. What size is that watch of yours shown there please? I have toyed with the idea of buying a Santos, having had one some 30 years ago, but cannot work out which size would be best for me.
This one is medium. Highly recommended!
Cartier leather straps are $398!
When you buy the watch, can you choose to have it black instead of brown ?
Unfortunately not
We want know price !
I hear the Santo scratches easily. What can be done to prevent that from happening?
You can buy clear stickers to go over the top of the case I believe
@@OffTheCuffUK Well, that is a game changer. Thanks very much.
Say you kept the watch in good condition for more than ten or twenty years. Will Cartier still have a leather bracelet available for this model?
I mean spring bars maybe old fashioned, but it can be replaced with any type of straps, be it leather, nato, nylon, mesh and steel.
So the bracelet is one of my concerns. Sure it's easy to replace with the system, but you will only be limitied with the steel and leather option. And I guess buying another color from Cartier will cost a lot.
I would figure that the patent on the technology would be expired by then and other 3rd parties will be able to produce it
@@twochainsandrollies Delugs is already making third party straps with the quick swap mechanism
Strap looks way better with water damage.
Ha I agree!
The leather strap attachment to the buckle have been redesigned. You don’t have 2 tails that fold and make. 180* turn.
Beautyful watch. Hublot have the same system.
Nice, didn’t know that. Thanks
Your leather strap is not OEM? Because it’s strange mounted
Hey I’m willing to buy medium Santos but I feel blue leather strap looks better than tan coloured strap. So my question is can I swap tan strap with blue strap for free?
What’s the difference between reference # wssa0009 and wssa0018
there is an American firm which do straps lots of options
My Panerai Luminor Due has a similar system, but it clips over the spring bars so you can still use other straps.
What is the lug width? And what does the bracelet taper down to at the clasp?
Someone help!!!this doesn't show how to put the metal clasp on the leather strap!!!! Please I can't figure it out....I'm confused ..
You’re not the smartest bean, right?
So beautiful watch sir price
May I know your wrist size please?
Just bought this watch and found your video very very helpful ! Thank you 😊
What i’m concerned about is that for the leather strap, the pinching mechanism keeping the strap ends on the underside will tend to slip as the leather breaks in. I had the same problem with my Oris ProPilot Air Racing and i’d wager the Oris clamping mechanism would be more robust that Cartier’s.
How to purchase the spare link for Santos ladies watch bracelet for siziling
Glad to see someone wearing the medium that I much prefer to the large one. What is your wrist size ?
Hi would a med look good on a 7” size wrist or too small??
Sam Addinall I went with the medium with my 6.7” wrist. Both will look good on you. The medium will look small yes, but it also depends if you want a dressier or sportier look according to how you will wear it.
Good Good
What's the name brand of the strap you are using on the IWC?
It's a Barton strap
What size is this one
35
Is this 35mm or 38mm?
35
This is the 39mm model right?
This is the 35. The 39 has the date the medium doesn’t
@@OffTheCuffUK This is incorrect, the 35mm (medium) only comes without a date window and the larger size (39mm is it?) all come with a window at the 6.
Christopher Bailey Santos medium does not come with date.
S H correct only the large white and blue face dials have date
Great review, what is thr reference number on this 2019 medium.
Is it secure like will it become loose if you keep changin= the strap?
There will be straps that fit on eBay before long from China once they catch up.
I have a Santos 100 and they do excellent quality straps for that model although the clever clasp on yours could prove tricky to replicate.
I have a 6.25" wrist and this watch still looks tiny on me even with the metal bracelet and the leather makes it look even tinier. I don't get why anyone would go for anything but the larger model.
Well depends on what look you’re going for I guess! I have some pieces that are 33mm, but others only wear above 42mm. Different strokes for different folks!
Lol, they didn’t give you the strap for free mate... It was definitely added to the retail cost.
Magic Mike well rolex don’t give you one and still they charge you for it most likely..
@@hondacbx1975 LOL and you can't even get the model you want at Rolex. Lets all pay 16k for 10k level watch.
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Thanks for the heads up on Barton straps...excellent.
Very nice but where to buy this and can i use this on my ballon bleu
I just don't understand why cartier chose that awful light brown coloured leather strap! A nice darker brown, black or blue would have been so much better
Lovely watch, I would definitely consider this however, I am not sure I like the idea of a quick release mechanism holding a £5.5k watch onto my wrist. I wonder how wear and tear will impact that in the long term.
Cartier is like Apple in the watch world. Proprietary accessories to make more money.
This guy doesnt know how to pronounce innovative
how the hell do I open it for the first tine? the folding clasp. I've been trying for 30 minutes straight now, even though I have the instructions on paper
look at it like an intelligence test you just completely failed.