The Santos-Dumont Skeleton Ref. CRW2020057 XL model features a fully skeletonized hand-wound movement in luxurious 18K rose gold.
XL Model | Hand-Wound Mechanical | 18K Rose Gold | Leather Strap
The Santos-Dumont Skeleton Ref. CRW2020057 represents one of Cartier’s most exceptional explorations into architectural watchmaking, blending the aviation-born spirit of the Santos with the ethereal beauty of a fully openworked movement. Crafted in 18K rose gold and powered by a hand-wound mechanical caliber, this XL model is a showcase of Cartier’s mastery in both engineering and aesthetic refinement.
Architectural Skeleton Design
The centerpiece of this timepiece is its iconic skeletonized movement, where the bridges themselves form Cartier’s signature Roman numerals. This architectural construction transforms the mechanism into a visual sculpture. The openworked design allows natural light to pass through the dial, producing dramatic shadows, reflections, and depth—an unmistakable hallmark of the Maison’s high-end skeleton creations.
Luxurious 18K Rose Gold Case
The 18K rose gold (750/1000) case gives the watch a warm, luminous presence on the wrist. Its polished surfaces and precise angles enhance the bold Santos-Dumont shape. Despite being an XL model, the watch remains proportionate, elegant, and slim, preserving the refined silhouette that has defined the Santos collection since its early aviation roots.
Hand-Wound Mechanical Movement
Inside beats a hand-wound mechanical movement, chosen specifically for its purity and architectural potential. The absence of a rotor leaves the entire movement open, allowing uninterrupted visibility through both sides of the case. Each winding interaction gives the wearer a tactile and emotional connection to the mechanism—an experience treasured by collectors who appreciate traditional horology.
Premium Leather Strap
The timepiece is fitted with a luxury leather strap, crafted for comfort, longevity, and elevated elegance. The strap’s smooth texture and rich tone pair beautifully with the rose gold case, while the Cartier ardillon buckle ensures secure closure and classic finishing. The exceptional quality of the leather enhances the watch’s refined character.
Signature Cartier Aesthetics
The Ref. W2020057 integrates several iconic Cartier design codes: elongated lines, exposed screws, sword-shaped openworked bridges, and harmonious geometry. The skeleton numerals create a floating effect, serving as both the dial structure and the aesthetic signature. Every angle reveals a new facet of Cartier’s distinctive artistic identity.
Dual Sapphire Crystals
The front and back are fitted with scratch-resistant sapphire crystals, providing uninterrupted visibility of the skeletonized movement. The exhibition back presents a breathtaking view of the bridges, gears, mainspring barrel, and fine finishing. Anti-reflective treatment ensures impeccable clarity from every angle.
Ergonomic XL Proportions
Despite its XL case, the watch maintains Cartier’s hallmark balance and wearability. It sits comfortably due to its refined thickness, softened edges, and ergonomic lug design. Whether worn daily or reserved for special occasions, the watch delivers wrist presence without feeling bulky.
Tribute to Alberto Santos-Dumont
The Santos story began with Alberto Santos-Dumont, the aviation pioneer whose friendship with Louis Cartier inspired the creation of the first modern wristwatch. This skeleton variant channels that legacy through its mechanical transparency, lightweight architecture, and spirit of innovation—an homage to the early days of flight and creativity.
A Collector’s Mechanical Sculpture
The Santos-Dumont Skeleton Ref. W2020057 is not merely a watch—it is a mechanical sculpture, created for collectors who value design excellence, hand-finishing, and Cartier’s legendary heritage. With its 18K rose gold case, skeletonized structure, hand-wound movement, and unmistakable Cartier identity, it stands as a masterpiece of modern haute horlogerie.
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Individually handcrafted Cartier watches are among the most coveted watches in the world. The Cartier brand is one of the most prestigious luxury goods brands in the world and is most widely recognized as a maker of fine watches along with their iconic jewelry. The brand was founded in 1847 by the French jeweller Louis-François Cartier. Since then, Cartier has turned into one of the most recognizable luxury brands in the world. The Cartier watch collection features a wide range of styles, from classic watches with a vintage design to modern watches with a sleek design suitable for both women and men. All Cartier watches are designed to withstand daily wear and tear and are made with some of the most exquisite materials available in the watch industry, such as titanium, ADLC, PVD, 18-karat rose gold, pink gold, white gold with ofcourse stainless steel.
