The Cartier Santos-Dumont Ref. WGSA0118 pairs rich yellow gold with a blue sunray dial and quartz precision, an elegant homage to aviation heritage.
The Cartier Santos-Dumont Ref. WGSA0118 is more than a timepiece, it is a tribute to aviation, friendship, and timeless style. First created in 1904 for pioneering aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, this legendary watch was born of necessity and elevated by design. Reimagined here in 18K yellow gold, it honors the elegance of early aviation with a modern refinement only Cartier can offer.
With a graceful 43.5 mm x 31.4 mm profile and a sleek 7.3 mm thickness, the case is a perfect blend of structure and subtlety. Crafted entirely in 18K yellow gold (750/1000), it retains the signature exposed screws and clean square silhouette of the original. The beaded crown, adorned with a deep sapphire cabochon, is a nod to Cartier’s historic design codes, luxurious, functional, and instantly recognizable.
The blue satin-finish dial shimmers with a sunray effect, evoking the infinite sky that inspired its namesake. Golden Roman numerals line the edges with classic restraint, while golden-finish steel sword-shaped hands sweep across with deliberate precision. Framed by a sapphire crystal, the dial is at once bold and harmonious, a perfect balance of heritage and innovation.
At the heart of the Santos-Dumont beats the Quartz Caliber 157, engineered for everyday reliability. With hours and minutes as its sole focus, the movement reflects the clarity and intention behind Cartier’s original pilot’s watch: precision when it matters most.
The watch is paired with a black calfskin leather strap, secured by an 18K yellow gold ardillon buckle, for timeless sophistication. A second navy blue calfskin strap offers stylistic versatility, transitioning effortlessly from boardroom to evening. Both straps are supple, refined, and crafted for comfort, echoing the streamlined grace of Santos-Dumont’s aircraft.
From the early skies above Paris to today’s most refined wrists, the Santos-Dumont remains a testament to bold vision and enduring elegance. This large model in yellow gold is designed for those who seek more than a watch—it is for those who carry history on their wrist, with effortless poise and purpose.
Enjoy up to 8 years of International Limited Warranty through Cartier Care, along with personalized after-sales service from the Maison. This timepiece isn’t just built for today, it’s built for generations to come.
The Cartier Santos-Dumont Ref. CRWGSA0118 honors a pioneer, a friendship, and an idea that changed watchmaking forever. Sleek, sophisticated, and richly storied, it is a tribute to flight, elegance, and freedom. Discover this piece of living heritage at Jewels by Love, an authorized Cartier retailer, and experience a watch that has always been ahead of its time.
| Case Material | Gold |
|---|---|
| Brand | Cartier |
| Winding | Quartz Movement |
| Case Length (mm) | 43.5 |
| Case Back Material | Yellow gold (750/1000) |
| Exhibition Back | No |
| Water Resistance (m) | 30 |
| Case Width (mm) | 31.4 |
| Case Thickness (mm) | 7.3 |
| Case Shape | Square |
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.
