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Cartier Men's W2020007 Santos 18k gold Watch

• Swiss Automatic movement
• Titanium and 18k gold case
• Black toile de voile strap

Product Description

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A thrilling combination of 18k rose gold and titanium, the Cartier Men's Santos 18k Gold Watch is a gorgeous statement of luxury and sophistication. This elegant timepiece begins with a rounded square 33mm stainless steel and titanium case, a fixed 18k rose gold bezel with titanium rivets and a protected rose gold-toned crown. These elements surround a dashing black dial, which is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and features rose gold-toned Roman numeral hour markers and luminous rose gold-toned hands powered by legendary Swiss automatic movement. A toile de vouile band straps this watch to the wrist, while a rose gold-toned double push-button deployment clasp ensures its secure placement. Finally, this watch boasts water resistance up to 330 feet (100 meters). A treat for the eyes and an amazing presentation on the wrist, this Cartier watch is sure to impress.

The Cartier Story

The name Cartier is synonymous with luxury, quality, and style. Founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier, the company became renowned worldwide for its design and production of beautiful jewelry and opulent objets d'art. A royal commission in 1904 made Cartier a supplier to Europe's Crowned Heads of State and led England's King Edward VII to describe Louis Cartier, grandson of the founder, as the jeweler of Kings, the King among jewellers.

By the early 20th century, Cartier had expanded its collection to include watches. At a time when pocket watches were still considered de rigueur for the distinguished gentleman, Cartier helped popularize the wristwatch, making it a bold fashion statement for men and women as well as a status symbol among the well-to-do. Louis Cartier is credited with creating the first men's wristwatch, the Santos, in 1904. He developed and named the watch for his client and friend, the Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who needed a device that would allow him to read the time without taking his hands off the controls of his airplane.

Other classic designs followed, including Cartier's signature timepiece--the Tank--which debuted in 1917 during the First World War and was inspired by the tough new war machine the Americans introduced to the fighting in Europe. Cartier's first water-resistant watch was named after the Pasha of Marrakesh, who requested that Cartier create watch that he could wear while in his swimming pool and not lose track of time.

And while it is known more for its luxurious design, Cartier is also credited with creating the highly functional deployment folding clasp in 1910, which is now used by watchmakers around the globe.

Modern Cartier watchmakers still base their watch designs on the early fundamentals developed by Louis Cartier. Treasured by collectors, Cartier watches are distinguished by their impressive variety of shapes (round, square, oval, Tank, Tortue and Tonneau), by their exceptional materials and workmanship, and by their recognizable Cartier aesthetic, an elegant blend of classic and modern design.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0031R4UD2
• Item model number: W2020007
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #49,485 in Watches (See Top 100 in Watches)