Tudorctin's Cartier Watch Collection Showcase

tudorctin · 2016-01-15T04:29:32Z

Explore tudorctin's Cartier watch collection, featuring Rotonde de Cartier Central Chronographs, Jumping Hours WG, and Santos 100 RG. Discover collector insights and photos.

tudorctin

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Tudorctin proudly showcases his Cartier collection, offering a detailed look at four distinct timepieces: two Rotonde de Cartier Central Chronographs, a Jumping Hours WG, and a Santos 100 RG. His post provides a valuable glimpse into the diverse aesthetic and mechanical offerings from Cartier, highlighting the brand's innovative approach to complications and design. Tudorctin's personal reflections on each watch underscore the unique appeal of Cartier for serious collectors.

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Unfortunately I have only 4 Cartier watches:

- 2 Rotonde de Cartier Central Chronograph (WG and RG)

- Jumping Hours WG

- Santos 100 RG

And now a group photo:

Rotonde de Cartier Central Chronograph WG

Rotonde de Cartier Central Chronograph RG

Jumping Hours WG

Santos 100 RG

Regards,

Constantin

PS: I can't wait to see Cartier 2016 novelties.

About the Cartier Santos Ref. Santos100

The Cartier Santos 100 was introduced in 2004 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the original Santos-Dumont watch. It represents a contemporary interpretation of the historic pilot's watch, featuring a larger and more robust case design compared to its predecessors. This model positioned itself as a sportier, more modern offering within the Santos collection, appealing to collectors seeking a bolder presence on the wrist while retaining the iconic square aesthetic.

The Santos 100 typically features a stainless steel or precious metal case, often with a brushed finish and polished bezel screws. Case dimensions vary, but common sizes include a large model around 51mm x 41mm. It is powered by an automatic mechanical movement, often a modified ETA caliber, providing reliable timekeeping. The crystal is usually sapphire, and water resistance is generally rated for daily wear.

For collectors, the Santos 100 is notable for its blend of heritage design with modern proportions and construction. It marked a significant update to the Santos line, moving towards a more substantial and contemporary aesthetic. Its robust build and versatile design made it a popular choice, bridging the gap between Cartier's dressier offerings and more overtly sporty watches.

Specifications

Caliber: ETA 2892-A2 (modified)

Case: Stainless steel

Diameter: 51.1mm x 41.3mm

Dial: Silver

Water Resist.: 100 meters

Crystal: Sapphire

Market snapshot

As of today, 2549 Cartier listings are live on the eBay market and 184 collector listings on the WatchProSite marketplace.

Key Points from the Discussion

The Rotonde de Cartier Central Chronographs are praised for their multi-layer dials, which avoid a cluttered appearance and showcase Cartier's innovative 3D dial approach. The different metal colors (WG and RG) provide distinct wrist presence.
The Jumping Hours WG is particularly admired for its beautiful design, with Roman numerals for the jumping hours, making it a desirable and unique piece for collectors seeking this complication.
The Cartier Tortue Mono Poussoir is highlighted as a very important and elegant watch, showcasing Cartier's historical significance in chronograph design.
A collector's four Cartier watches represent a significant collection, far exceeding what most people own, emphasizing the depth and quality of the pieces shared.
The Rotonde de Cartier Central Chronograph was featured on WatchProSite's Instagram, indicating its visual appeal and recognition within the collector community.
The collector is considering a dress watch from brands like Vacheron Constantin or Patek Philippe, with the new VC Patrimony with Caliber 4400 AS being a strong contender, indicating a broader collecting interest beyond Cartier.
A question is raised about the convexity of the bezel and glass on the watches, as most photos are straight-on, making it difficult to assess their profile from an angle.

The Discussion

kolosstt

Jan 15, 2016

Unfortunately only 4?

lucky man you are! Just imagine what would happen to you once you encounter "fortunately". thanks for sharing. BR, kolosstt

Luis6

Jan 15, 2016

You've just said what I want to say. ^_^ Totally agree. [nt]

dr.kol

Jan 15, 2016

I am not as lucky as you are.

I have just one. Best, Kari