Cartier introduces two new iterations of the Santos icon, pushing boundaries with innovative titanium and luminous adventure. Every detail counts in mid-flight—a philosophy that guided Alberto Santos-Dumont over a century ago and continues to define the Santos de Cartier today. Cartier's latest releases demonstrate that innovation isn't about reinvention; it's about thoughtful evolution.
The Santos de Cartier explores two distinct creative directions this season, each reinforcing the collection's legendary design codes while introducing technical and aesthetic choices that feel entirely contemporary. Both watches are cased in the large case format—measuring 47.5 mm x 39.8 mm x 9.38 mm—, and are powered by the automatic calibre 1847 MC with a power reserve of 42 hours.
Both pieces prove that the Santos de Cartier remains innovative by nature, always open to adventure, never content to rest on its considerable laurels. Whether you're drawn to titanium's technical sophistication or the bold visibility of SuperLuminova, these Santos watches honor their aviation heritage while charting new territory.
Santos de Cartier Titanium
The first iteration addresses a desire as old as aviation itself: the pursuit of lightness without compromise. This titanium Santos achieves exactly that, coming in 43% lighter than its steel counterpart while boasting 1.5 times the hardness. It's not merely a material swap—it's a fundamental reimagining of how a watch this substantial can disappear on the wrist.
The bead-blasted titanium case has a smooth matte finish with deeper color shading than the existing steel models, while the silvered opaline dial provides elegant contrast against the darkened case. Blue, sword-shaped hands sweep across the iconic square dial with Chemin de fer minute track and Roman numerals. The bezel features visible polished screws, and a black spinel adorns the heptagonal winding crown.
The QuickSwitch system allows effortless bracelet changes as the watch comes with both an interchangeable bead-blasted titanium bracelet and a second grey nubuck alligator strap. This is a tool watch in the truest sense, built for those who appreciate substance over flash.
Sticker Price USD 11,500. For more info on Cartier click here.
Santos de Cartier Large Black Dial
If the titanium version whispers, this Large Model all-steel Santos shouts—in the best possible way. The spirit of adventure takes center stage with a sophisticated black dial featuring dual finishes: a vertical satin finish on the interior of the railway track and a sunray finish on the exterior. White Roman numerals and the rail track are coated in fluorescent SuperLuminova—green emission—, while black steel hands—also treated with the luminous material—ensure legibility in any lighting condition.
The steel case receives a satin finish that complements the dial's refined execution, and the heptagonal crown is set with a faceted blue synthetic spinel—a signature Cartier touch. The bracelet features the SmartLink sizing system for the steel bracelet, along with a second anthracite grey nubuck alligator strap and an interchangeable steel folding clasp via the QuickSwitch system. It's a watch that looks equally at home in a cockpit or at a casual dinner, adaptable in the way only the best tool watches can be.
Sticker Price USD 8,650. For more info on Cartier click here.
