Cartier are not in denial. They know we love to admire our watches. They are part jewelry in reality, as much as many try to deny. It's not a problem. They came up with most great watch designs, if we care to look back, then see how they are mimicked later

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

I need to pin this. Spot on

@boldaslion281

3 жыл бұрын

I am have a hard time deciding between this and the two tone Omega Aqua Terra. After having both in the flesh. Which do you prefer?

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

@@boldaslion281 I prefer this overall to the AT. It is more elegant and I like the design more. The AT is more versatile and I like the time zone feature more

@boldaslion281

3 жыл бұрын

@@BruceWilliams Thanks a lot. I trust your opinion. I am going to save for a Cartier with the extra strap. I bought the Breitling Superocean after your review. The black version is a killer. Keep up the great work and congrats on your growing family.

One of the most iconic pieces from Cartier, a classic design full of personality in a solid construction, you have made a great invest. Congratulations!

This KZreadr really makes you feel his passion and that is what makes him unique. I love seeing his videos because of that. Great concept, great person!

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Really kind of you to say, thank you

This watch is a stunner and I've been looking for a while. Thank you for the very nice video

I am in absolute love with my Santos de Cartier Medium. The most comfortable watch I've ever worn. And you're right, the bracelet (and the leather strap + deployant) helped push me over the edge to get it. Cartier is just in a class of their own in my opinion.

@joepetrino5768

3 жыл бұрын

There's some crazy kinda old school magic to this brand! Very appealing.

I was JUST watching your Santos 100 XL video and this was recommended to me next. Wow. Absolutely love this watch

Perfect dimensions ....a stunner. I tried one on. Loved it. Have been loving the squared dials these days

The 2 tone is standout. Lovely piece. A classic. Thx Bruce. Keep 'em coming!!

Great video, Bruce thank you. Never was much of a fan of the Santos, but here's a prime example how tastes change. Couple nice touches of many: the polished chamfer along case and lugs, and the frosted texture of the date wheel. Masculine and elegant. I love the VC Overseas more, but this watch is awesome.

Just came home from my AD with the grey dial version, to find this video to accompany my enjoyment. I initially thought I was going to get the blue dial version, but landed on the grey dial one with ADLC around the glass, and I can strongly recommend others to consider that one. It is far less prone to scratches, which I don’t think builds any positive character for this watch, and besides the awesome steel bracelet, this one also comes with an anthracite colored rubber strap of similar design, which makes it look really badass if you are in that mood 😊

I must admit, I’m also becoming a two-tone fan and works really well on that Santos. Two-tones are making a comeback!

Love this Two toned large Santo. Been looking for months at it and I finally purchased one. Little Switzerland is a dealer that is selling one for $9799.00 if there is no financing. You also get an extended 8-year warranty from Cartier. Had a really good experience with them.

The Santos & Tank are the must have Cartier’s to own. Both iconic & beautiful designs. And the Santos for me is one of the essential two tone watches to own.

I would LOVE to see an overview/review of the Cartier Tank Louis and Tank Solo. Fantastic content, please keep up the good work!

Stunning watch! Just looked at these this weekend again and fell in love with the new grey dial version. Was put off the blue previously because of the polished markers. Just deciding which watch to flip to get this

Oh-fantastic review...as always Bruce.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dave

Bruce that is a stunner, I absolutely love this watch, the history, fit, the fact it comes in a few different sizes. I kind of obsess over scratches although I know that adds to the character and story of a watch. I am intrigued by the Grey dial with the ADLC coating on the bezel which would make me more comfortable regarding scratches.

I’ve been waiting for your review of this to help hold me over until the arrival of my blue dial Santos.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Fingers crossed that it is soon!

@joepetrino5768

3 жыл бұрын

While talking to a rep from the Cartier store in Chicago she mentioned that the brand was starting to ramp up the supply of the blue dial version again.

@Ohmie

3 жыл бұрын

@@joepetrino5768 thanks for the heads-up! I actually decided to go with the white dial. I felt it would be more versatile with my wardrobe, and per YoureTerrific’s review of the blue dial, I had growing concerns about the legibility of the indices against the blue dial.

That's gorgeous, and I usually hate 2-tone watches since they tend to look extremely tacky. I would buy this before pretty much any Rolex model.

Love this watch. I really like non round watches and the VC American 1921 is my non round grail. And Bruce, thank you for reviewing a wide variety of watches. Really like that about your channel.

This things been living rent free in my head for a year.

Great review of the santos! How about reviewing the tank next. I would have a hard time deciding which of the two to get.

I don’t know why this watch isn’t a lot more popular... it’s actually really really nice!

@wolper2155

3 жыл бұрын

Mike. I think the reason was the Image of a Fake Watch in the 80 and 90. But a stunning Watch. It is also on my wish list. Greetings from Germany

Great video as always Bruce. Love that Santos.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Blueshirt!

1st off the intro was HOOOOOOT! Secondly I want the same exact (Cartier) configuration! You have great (expensive) taste.

Had to rewatch this video again… such a great watch!!!!

Great review Bruce, I have many blue face timepieces, so I am stuck between the white 2 tone large & the grey dial DLC bezel with Bracelet and the rubber strap. White dials don’t usually get me but the 2 tone and all stainless large santos is a stunner, ty Jeff.

I have no problem with two tones. Looks great. Looks distinguished.

I always viewed this watch as the "Elton John" watch because the first time I saw it was when he wore a gold Santos in the I'm Still Standing music video and also wrote a song about Cartier (the songs name is Cartier). With that I've always wanted a medium version but can never decide if I'd want to go TT or SS. I plan on buying a Black Bay, probably a 58 this year then buy a Santos as my next purchase and it can be a perfect 2 watch collection. Great video Bruce!

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Now I need to go look up that song lol

So odd I'm only seeing this video now. YoureTerrific and Hodinkee's respective videos gave me the necessary push to try this on in person and it just so happened to be at Royal Jewelers. They were the only local AD with both sizes in stock, then 2 weeks later I made the leap and got the medium in SS. I can't recommend Gil and Bill more highly they're two gentlemen who really know and enjoy chatting about watches. They do a lot of business with out of state customers so don't hesitate if your in the market for Cartier, Grand Seiko, Tudor, Panerai, Breitling, Tag Heuer, or Breguet.

i am falling in love with cartier. youreterrific's video about the CPCP tortue was the first spark.

Hi Bruce Great review as usual. I’ve been thinking of buying a Tank Louis so it would be great if you could do a review! All the best

Bruce can you please get your hands on one of the newer ADLC steel/black two tone versions?! I was at an AD the other day and got to try it on.... oh boy I think I am in love! Love the fact that you get everything you do in the classic variation BUT with the added bonus imo of having a virtually scratch proof bezel. Would love to see and hear your take on the piece! Thanks again.. im loving the content and macros!

Fantastic Bruce, just recently I have really started to love Cartier more and more. Might be a quartz tank for me but if some spare cash came available it would be a consideration. Perhaps not bi-metal as I already have a dress piece like that. Really nice, exceptional in fact. 👌

this video haunts my watch collection dreams! would never have considered the two tone if it wasnt for this

Never been a fan of Cartier or two-tone but that is a gorgeous watch.

It's clear to me when seeing the Santos next to the Hulk, that the Santos blends masculinity and elegance perfectly. I love the Hulk, but it looks like a brute next to the Santos.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

100 percent!

Good well balanced review with clear imagery- I’m sold on the Santos , the curved sapphire crystal, the face, the versatility of the bracelet. Pity it is not released in two tone Rose Gold. The Rose Gold is just too far - maybe next year!

IMO Santos is more special than the Overseas. Has tons of character.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

I would have to agree with you

@WatchMeEDC

3 жыл бұрын

I would have to disagree and say the history of the Santos allows it to possibly have more character (case shape, first men’s wrist watch, first pilots watch, industrial design masterpiece, etc) but it is not more “special” than the Overseas (especially the blue face model). Based on price, amount produced, version/styles made, different sizes made, closeness to the Dumont version, number of Cartier stores it is sold in and lastly overall quality of finishing compared to the VC. All that said, it is one of my top two watches to get next.

@jamespalsson746

3 жыл бұрын

Easy now

@joepetrino5768

3 жыл бұрын

Unique! Doesn't look like any other watch.

@goldenarm009

3 жыл бұрын

@@BruceWilliams The signs were there, we should’ve known. Will this be the next piece? I think it should be!

I have this watch and love it! The only thing I wish it had is a exhibition case back.

Wow funny timing, I’ve been looking at this watch online everyday for the last week or so

Review the Cartier Tank Americaine steel large! Please! Not enough reviews on them and I think that’s my next one. Santos is a great piece. I went with the blue dial and got my wife the medium white dial...she now wishes we got the two tone for her. Very versatile watch. Elegant. Classy. Sporty. Can’t go wrong...oh and they are available to buy at AD/boutique

Hey Bruce, the Santos also has a soft iron cage, like the Milgauss/Air-King, and Cartier has tested it to 1200 gauss (though it may go higher). Definitely not something Cartier advertises, but Tim Mosso made this known in his video on the Santos.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

I heard it was a ring similar to the way the Overseas does it. regardless its is excellent, they should include that as a marketing point!

Love the watch. Always have been a big fan of the Santos line. I want to buy one but I’m holding out in hopes they reintroduce the Roadster line with the new Manufacture Cartier 1847 movement. I had the Vegas dial variant of the Roadster but sold it many years back.

Great looking watch and I have been thinking about one but the only negative i see is it could be a scratch magnet with all of the super flat surfaces.

Hello Bruce... what do you think in the Cartier Santos Chrono Xl size with the rubber strap!! You should do a review in that piece!!! Is awesome

It’s a GREAT watch-I have the “Large” with ADLC bezel-I really enjoy it!

@isaacc154

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same one, just bought it this Saturday . I still don’t know if I like more in the steel or rubber bracelet .,

@D-CFI

2 жыл бұрын

@@isaacc154 Congrats-I added an OEM leather strap…I figured I was deep enough in it so another few hundred dollars would be worth it. It looks great on all 3…so now I have a three way dilemma 😵‍💫.

I love this watch. As a keen Rolex collector (have collected 6 over 20 years) this is the watch that I would add to my collection which is non Rolex. It is beautiful with history and class and robust. It’s 100m water resistance but would you swim with it since no screw down crown??

Best two-tone reference by any manufacturer, at any price.

Nice review Bruce. Nice insight for a person that already own VC Overseas. Me on the other hand already own Medium SS Santos and I am thinking to get Blue Overseas 37mm. After seeing them side by side I might just keep my Santos and keep saving up for my next big purchase 😂

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Its kinda hard for me to say since I own the VC. But the Cartier feels just as special if not more so

Great video! Debating hard between the Santos and the Blue Omega Globemaster for my next purchase. The only thing making me reconsider Cartier is the movement, which I find bang average for the price point...and when comparing the monster offering that is Omegas METAS movements

Beautiful watch! Not sure I like the yellow gold, but perhaps a steel variant or perhaps one with the black ADLC bezel & spine coating.

Hey Bruce, great video and shots as always. Congratulations on baby #3. So happy for you! I’ve actually been thinking about the Santos medium a lot and will most likely be my next purchase. Do you think Cartier will change anything at watches and wonders? Should I wait or get it now?

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

I don't think they will be changing the Santos. If anything they would release a limited or special dial variant. I don't see the medium being changed.

@DarylChangs

3 жыл бұрын

@@BruceWilliams As always thank you for responding. What I appreciate the most is how prompt you’ve always been in taking the time to respond to our comments/questions/feedback no matter how crazy or silly. Not many people do that anymore, so thank you! Adding to my previous question, do you see Cartier bring the date to the medium?

I bought a white Santos Large two weeks ago. Amazing watch!

The high polish on that chamfer is gorgeous.

I love the Santos. I want one too... One concern I have is that it looks like a scratch magnet perhaps more than any other watch. Not really sure if that's true or not...

I agree with you Bruce! Between the two (Santos & Overseas) I’d pick the Cartier. It’s just THAT good!

Hi bruce great video. wow now youve got me looking at these beautiful watches would it be safe to swim with this model do you think ?

i tried this on after trying on a datejust and imo this blew the datejust right out of the water.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

No comparison!

@lvbadboy

3 жыл бұрын

This happened to me as well I went in the jeweler thinking the Date Just was going to be the watch but the Santos stood out much more!

Contrats! It’s a stunner

The Santos Large fits your wrist very well, I glad you like it . Do you think that the bracelet (almost ) Rolex Oyster - class good ?

Good video....under appreciated watch

Hey Bruce. Don't hesitate to buy the large if you like the way it looks on you. I love the idea of the medium size and would have no problem wearing one but I've noticed a trend in the community that feels the medium is the only "worthy" expression of this design. Although I kinda get the thinking as it relates to the history it seems a bit narrow minded to me. This isn't the early 20th century. Cartier offers two sizes with the same proportions so that you can choose whats right for you. Sometimes when everybody says "go right" you have to "go left"

@craigh.9810

2 жыл бұрын

The real history of the Santos was it's shape, not its size. Everyone wore small watches then.

@Joe-xo3xy

2 жыл бұрын

what has watch size got to do with early 20th century?

@wavygoods877

2 жыл бұрын

I got the santos two tone medium and kinda wish I got the large. I like the date is shown in the dial.

@joepetrino5768

2 жыл бұрын

@@Joe-xo3xy seems like a lot of watch enthusiasts feel that current versions of watches that have been around since the early 20th should stay true to those smaller sizes

Probably the ultimate watch, being the first. Very very cool, Love it. Still looks relevant 100+ years later. Would very much like one in the future. Thanks Bruce, really enjoyed this review 👍🏻👍🏻 Edit would love to see you review the Tank Francaise. Cheers.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve, I'll see what I can do

@stevefox8605

3 жыл бұрын

@@BruceWilliams 🤞🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Great watch and great video

I have this watch and love it!!

Man, I love the Santos!!! Definitely want to get one!

For the first 10 minutes of this video, I was not on board with the two-tone case and bracelet until I saw it on your wrist with your gold wedding ring before you mentioned it in the video! Wow, that really works! Great watch and great video, man.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks James, there is something about the two tone with a gold ring that works perfectly.

Love this watch (medium, no-date, in stainless) Good review but I just can’t get into the two-tone with the yellow gold. But oh man the all rose gold model with full rose gold bracelet... wow is that gorgeous! 🥰😍😘

I Love This Watch!! It’s Gorgeous!! I want one!!

Really beautiful watch

I always thought that a Cartier would fill the ‘dress watch gap’ in your collection (that you have mentioned in the past). Even though it’s not strictly a dress watch it’s nevertheless dressy enough for any occasion, especially if on the leather strap: weddings, anniversaries, taking your wife out for dinner etc. Being a sports watch guy who, nevertheless, likes a bit of elegant ‘bling’ I feel this watch suits you down to the ground. Good luck with the decision!

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

I think you are 100 percent spot on

The thing most unique about the Santos is the fit. The gently curved case lays flat on the wrist. You can't see underneath it. Then the lugs and bracelet are curved down to lay flat on the curve of your wrist. You can't see underneath it! So both case and bracelet wrap around your wrist with no gaps. And the case thickness of the large is just over 9mm! No matter how comfortable my other watches are non of them come close to the fit of the Santos.

Very nice; Hulk (sport), VC (versatile in blue), and Santos (luxury), keep them all but I'd get the all steel Santos so you can also wear with a black leather strap, add a Speedmaster or Explorer I with brown strap and a few natos and it's a perfect collection...but I know you don't hold them long.

I own the medium steel. My favorite watch. The two tone also looks great even for men.

Simply Lovely!

What a beauty! Congrats BW!

Killer intro man!!

Cartier is the master of design! I also like it a lot, though in the end I chose a pair of two-tone Santos Dumont to celebrate my marriage.

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

Oh wow, that is really classy. Nicely done!!

medium for me. no date and classic size!

@jharris947

3 жыл бұрын

Me too.. For me the date window really spoils the balance of the Roman numerals. The medium is a better size for my slim wrists and it doesn't have the date window.

Would you go M or L with a size 17cm wrist? 6 13/16ths inches.

It really is a stunner.

I”be had my eye on it since it came out. This and the 2-tone root beer are the only 2-tone watches I have me eyes on

Please review the grey Santon with ADLC bezel!!

Very classic looking piece health to wear Sir

Nice Review, amazing Shorts. And an amazing watch! Looks sexy and unique. Maybe you can review more Cartier Sport watches, i think all of them are nice. Can you tell something about the precision of the movement? How many sek +- per day? Thanks!

Less is More! Cartier Santos two tone looks phenomenal 👌🏻

You missed to mention the micro engraving stamps on the left side of the bezel.

Beautiful 🤩

I have been searching for a santos galbee xl for a year now. I am not a 2 tone guy but this is the only 2 tone I would have. The bracelet is iconic and the watch has history. I prefer the galbee because it is more classic than this new one. This one is a bit too wide for my liking. The galbee is more visually compact. I like the overseas but I dont love it to make me want to purchase it, so if I had the choice it will be the cartier.

Bruce, do you know why they use a synthetic spinel considering the price. The medium two time model in 2023 is $10,000.00 USD. They should have just done a solid steel crown instead of something synthetic imo.

thanks for the video bruce! i'm completely torn between the steel or the two-tone. they're both beautiful. the Santos is a watch suited for two-tone though. do you feel the little bit of gold justifies the significant price difference? nobody talks about the black dial adlc version. what are your thoughts on that bad boy?

@leyay7540

3 жыл бұрын

The little amount of gold doesn't justify the premium in my opinion, but I still choose two-tone without a doubt because it's so sexy!

@BruceWilliams

3 жыл бұрын

When it comes down to the price of gold.... its not close. Cartier is charging a major premium over the steel that is not related to the amount of precious metal the watch has. Most brands do this. I honestly can't make out which one I like more. I think I would say two tone at the moment, but that may be recency bias speaking. the adlc I would need to see in person. I hear it is amazing

Hello Bruce, please do a video of cartier calibre rose gold. It's a very beautiful watch! Please let me know what you think:)

Perfect 3 piece collection would be your DD, this santos and this Overseas

So the large steel version of this AUD 11k and has the push link technology, quick release and an in house movement yet the Overseas is around AUD 35k....both look fantastic the Cartier more distinct. Where is the extra AUD 24k in value in the Overseas....got me puzzled

gorgeous

I dig the solid case back. The date not so much.

a real masterpiece.

Looking for a place to purchase new with best price. Or are most sellers about the same.

Cartier Santos or Seiko SNA411 for pilot watch duel! That’s what I like to see