My First Cartier: Santos ADLC Unboxing

KK · 2012-02-29T06:16:53Z

Experience the unboxing and first impressions of KK's Cartier Santos ADLC, his first Cartier watch. Discover why this model, with its ADLC case and gold bezel, became a favorite.

KK's enthusiastic post captures the excitement of acquiring his first Cartier watch, documenting the unboxing experience with a series of vivid images. This personal journey highlights the anticipation and joy inherent in collecting, offering a relatable narrative for fellow watch enthusiasts. The post also acknowledges the valuable advice received from community members SJX and GEO.

Key Points from the Discussion

The author explains his initial disinterest in Cartier until seeing a steel Santos, then falling for the ADLC model due to its sportier look, gold contrast, and how the black case made it appear smaller.
A contributor inquires about the specific reasons behind the author's choice, asking if it was solely due to a preference for large black watches or other factors like shape, size, or brand name.
A fellow owner of the same model praises the Cartier Santos ADLC, highlighting the aesthetic appeal of the gold bezel with the ADLC case, its scratch resistance, and impressive accuracy.
A contributor suggests trying a leather strap for the Cartier Santos ADLC to offer stylistic variation.

The Discussion

SJX

Feb 29, 2012

Congrats!

Very nice and wear it in good health. Like Geo suggested before a leather strap might work well too, for some variation. - SJX

docsnov

Feb 29, 2012

Congratulations! I love the watch

and I should because I chose the same model for my first and only Cartier. The gold bezel goes great with the ADLC case, and it is almost impossible to scratch the case. Lastly it is a very accurate watch. If you keep it running for a few weeks or more you will rarely have to reset the time. Enjoy!

Geo

Mar 1, 2012

It looks great!

Congrats and enjoy the piece. GEO

MTF

Mar 3, 2012

Ahhh Young Love

Young Love First Love So Sweet the Taste. Congratulations KK ! You seem to like big black watches. Was that the only reason to chose this one? Or something else? Shape? Skeletonisation....sort of? Size? Brand? Regards, MTF

Mar 4, 2012

The overall design

Hi MTF, I'm actually not a fan of Cartier watches until a friend show me his steel Santos. Got to admit, I looks better than what i saw in photos & after trying it out... It's really comfortable & it's square in shape (which I do not have). After making a trip to the AD.... Felt in love with the ADLC due to the sportier look & the gold contrast... Most important the watch looks smaller in black.... The rest become history Rgds KK

MTF

Mar 5, 2012

Thanks. Enjoy! (nt)

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