Cartier Santos Galbée XL W20099C4 Prices & Listings

The Santos de Cartier collection is one of the most iconic and innovative lines in watchmaking history, Dating back to 1904 when Louis Cartier created the world’s first men’s wristwatch for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. The watch was created to solve the inconvenience of checking the time with a pocket watch while flying, And played a pioneering role in the popularization of wristwatches when it was officially commercially launched in 1911. Released in the mid-2000s, The Santos Galvé XL W20099C4 features a 45.2mm x 32.2mm case made of stainless steel and 18K yellow gold, And a silver dial with a subtle sheen, Giving it a sophisticated feel. The dial features radiating Roman numerals, Blued steel sword hands, And a date window, All neatly arranged. The sapphire crystal glass, Slim 8.7mm thickness, And the signature blue spinel cabochon set into the crown complete the luxurious details. The movement is Caliber 049, Offering a power reserve of approximately 42 hours and excellent water resistance of 100m. The bracelet, A combination of brushed and polished finishes, Is complemented by gold screws, Providing a soft fit on the wrist.