Luis6
7836
Incoming! Our 3rd pair of Cartier couple watches.
Apr 06, 2018,22:47 PM
Wife and I have been waiting to try the new Santos range in person since SIHH this January.
The watches was finally available this week across the world.
Before visiting my AD, I had the SS version in mind as priority. After seeing the watches in the flesh, however, the two tone version clearly stood out for us.
The new Santos watches have slimmer profiles than the now replaced Santos 100 (which we also own as a pair of couple watches).
The medium model has a case size of 35.1mm x 41.9mm with a thickness of 8.83mm.
The large model is 39.8mm x 47.5mm and 9.08 thick.
One of the reason that we chose the two tone version over the full SS ones is the contrast between (or I should say the harmonious combination of) the yellow gold bezel, white dial, black roman numerals and blue hands. And I really like that minutes track!
People with OCD issues might want to see all the screws lined up perfectly.
For wife and me, no problem at all. And we think this actually adds character to the watch.
The newly designed bracelet comes with " Smart Links", which makes sizing the bracelet a very easy job that can be done in a minute without the help of any tools.
The quick-change system allows the wearer to exchange bracelet and straps within seconds.
I guess we really like Cartier, huh?
With its slimmer case and fantastic bracelet, the new Santos offers a very satisfying wearing experience. But we'll definitely keep the Santos 100 pair, and pass them to one of my sons and his future wife.
Regards,
Luis