I was in love with the green one on paper.. but when I tried it, I’ve choose to finally go with the classic white one. Match everything, iconic, and more classy.
I never had any legibility problems with my blue Santos. Besides that I love the reflections this is what drew me into the watch. It just looks so amazing in sunlight plus on my opinion this watch is one of the most beautiful allarounders out there.
@@gabriel11291 You should consider the Rolex Oyster Perpetual silver or blue for your first watch. Much safer if you decide to resell, more robust and screw-down crown for safer water resistance.
Love the comparison, Thank you.. and love the green dial ..I have been wearing it since last weekend and love the way the light plays on the green and black shades. Two watches in one flex..;) No scrathes yet but I am sure I will get there at some point
The white dial version all day long. Weird Cartier made this watch to swap out straps but doesn't make any effort to push them or even show them on their website. Would be cool if you could do a video showing us strap options from the showroom or even your own ones. You are the Santos guy on UA-cam! Such a shame Richemont told Delugs to stop making straps for this watch.
I own 2 additional cartier straps for my santos: dark gray and a red. I LIKE that cartier doesn’t push them because it makes what i wear less common and i get a lot of comments on them.
I really love the green dial, so I have the mid size model in green for about two weeks. i wear it everyday and luckily I have not scratched the bezel yet. Good recommendations from you.
Even if you're gonna buy the white one, you should ask about the green /blue one in your AD. when they tell you they dont have it, act disappointed and say like you'll reluctantly buy the white one for a 5-10% discount.
@@cyan0xidethey don’t need to discount anymore, they’re not desperate to sell and the employees aren’t on commission, they don’t care if you buy or not. Back in the day even Rolex would give a small discount but the whole industry has changed since then.
I sold my Dat date for my large Santos Blue face I want to buy another one with the Green face but I wish the crown matched the face…. I even bought my Daughters a Tank each and they love them Any answers why the green face has a blue crown? Thank you
Hi, thanks for the well explained video, I picked up a Cartier Santos, blue dial and I got a plain blue leather strap, wanted to check whether Aligator strap, was included or I need to buy and how much would it cost
I'm really, really looking forward to the blue. But gosh, I wish the indices were just white, not silver. I noticed that the silver applied indices in the large model aren't very legible at some angles.
What are your thoughts on the synthetic Sapphire Spinel? I have the two tone and it still has the synthetic spinel. Only the full gold models have an authentic spinel. It irritates me based on the price.
FYI there are two alligator strap types for each color (shiny or matte). The blue and green come with the shiny alligator straps, but the one you purchased looks like the matte version that they also offer.
Hey MinuteMon, would you say that the Santos green dial is a versatile watch similar to the white face because of how black the dial looks most of the time?
On any of the Cartier colors you featured, I did not see the Cartier branding on the dial number VII or X? Is there any branding or a date on any of the medium size Santos?
Hi! 2 questions: 1) i know the bezel is known to be a scratch magnet but does it mean it gets more scratches vs other watches like rolex or omega? 2) debating between SS or TT, is it generally more visible to see scratches on a smooth steel or gold bezel or same. Just thinking if it will be less noticeable or visible in one compared to the other.
There's a guy on watches U seek who brushed the bezel, it look great because there's already brushed components of the watch, you could just get it brushed once the scratches become too much
I experience some play in the connection of the leather strap, is that normal? The steel bracelet fits perfectly, but the leather connection feels less secure.
love my Santos, worn since 90's, it is by far the most comfortable watch - can't change straps on mine but all good! love your Santos, is that a grey gator band with white face, it's perfect!
I love my two tone medium Santos! Generally I wear it with the navy blue matt alligator. The bolstered, flush fit just looks so cool. I would also comment on the curve of the case and the glazing - it really does set the Santos apart. Mine just hugs my wrist. The gold is probably the better for keeping the scratches at bay....but then mine is not a daily wearer. I want other strap colours but the genuine Cartier Santos straps are expensive in the UK (It goes with the territory, I guess!)
Hey Minute, I recently have purchased the blue Cartier de Santos and upon asking for the alligator strap, the salesperson told me that it does not come with the blue one.
What color did they tell you? Tell your salesperson to check the official Cartier website here that shows a blue alligator strap with the blue Santos www.cartier.com/en-us/watches/collections/santos-de-cartier/santos-dumont-watch-CRWSSA0063.html
It's silly that cartier doesnt include two larger links so you can get the perfect fit. Even the prx does this with 6mm links and two 4mm links. All cartier has to do is make two 8mm links to go with the 6mm links and then you could get a perfect fit down to 2mm increments with the right combination of links.
Really wish they would make the grey dial in a medium size. I love mine but wish it was a touch smaller. My wrists are 6.75 inches so I can pull off the large but only just. The gray dial has good legibility against the white indices (which are also lumed) and the ADLC bezel has been completely scratch resistant thus far. I also love wearing it on the rubber strap. Been looking for some more straps for it so i might hit you up. Thanks for the video. Love your work!
hey, i have the exact same wrist size, would it be possible for you to send some wrist shots (using imgur or insta or smth) considering buying a large santos.
Visited your store a few times. You haven’t been there. Would love to buy a large santos blue dial from you. Work out a good deal. Cheers, great videos!!!
Love your videos man! I was wondering do you know the price for the steel bracelet? I am looking at the new Arabic exclusive Santos and notice it does not come with the steel dial
You bring a link with you in the pocket? How much does each link cost. I remember once I has to buy a couple of links for my mom's Bvlgari which I had given to her and the bracelet was a little tight. Each link cost eyewatering 200 USD. I think if you put all the links together bought at retail, it was going to come up to more than the price of the whole watch!
Im planning to sell mine i bought 2023 medium green dial for £6,750 but want to sell it now with minor scratches on bezel- would it still be worth at least £6k up? Its 4months old - excellent condition
Was disappointed when I went to my AD and the Green Medium leather strap didn’t fit my 7” inch wrist. Had put a deposit and everything just to hold it 😢
I love the white but I hate the blue hands on the newest version😭 should’ve stuck with black or changed indicies to same color as hands. Throws me off the navy right next to the black but not exactly matching
Love your reviews thanks a lot for it. I have the white dial large but really like the green one. I probably would have liked it more if the green dial would not fade to black. It’s not that much green in my opinion. I do however love the green alligator 🐊 strap and think it would probably look good on the white dial as well. I love the look of your santos with the gray strap too. What’s the retail price for the green alligator strap for the large model with the deployment clasp when ordering through your store and are they already available? Thanks a lot for your videos and keep them coming I always look forward watching them. Cheers
Nice video, for me I agree it has to be the white dial, however I tried the watch on the other day and it was a bit underwhelming not sure why!! Also where is your shirt from its nice 👌🏽
Some people are just vanilla, love the Colours added by watch companies, loll at the “legibility” crowd,it’s a fine dress watch you want something to complain about or to pat yourself on back for getting white, saw these in person will definitely add the green dial, hard choice between this watch or JLC Tribute green. Love the videos, keep up the great work! Can’t stand the “watch crowd” not everyone looks at functionality 99% of buyers just love it as a fashion piece, they don’t get miserable about in house movements or whatever garbage everyone is complaining about.
Hi, i would just like to get your opinion on what dial for Santos would be in demand in the future and eventually lead to sustaining or even higher resale value.
@@MinuteMon Well, maybe not the new ones but I’m talking about my experience. Bought in year 2000 the Cronoscaph 21, ETA movement, in 2002 the Tank, ETA movement, in 2004 the Roadster, ETA movement, and in 2008 the Santos, ETA movement. I knew it after, when I began using internet, in restoring videos in You Tube that you also can easily find.
Most rich people stay rich by spending like the poor and investing without stopping then most poor stay poor by spending like the rich yet Not investing like the rich but impressing them
I am not rich but realize that if I keep on investing I will die rich. Now I am spending the money that I invest in younger days. I don't need to impress nobody but would like to enjoy life and die with very few money left as much.
Grey dial ADLC bezel. That's the route I went. Only downside is it's a touch on the large size for my 17 cm wrist. If they made that in the medium size I would swap out in an instant. I've had it for 6 months and there isn't a scratch on the bezel.
@@MinuteMon You just compare your watch real world accuracy to the manufacture spec. The Santos manufacture accuracy is -3/+7 seconds per day and not every watch is the same. You know better than anyone that Spring drive is much more accurate in real life and it's ridiculous to have a comparison like that. It help you to simp the Santos accuracy but not healthy to you audiences.
I was in love with the green one on paper.. but when I tried it, I’ve choose to finally go with the classic white one. Match everything, iconic, and more classy.
Spot on. The Santos green and the AP RO blue are the only watches I know that look better online than in person.
@@JeanSabouret & boring, very boring
My wife and I share a white-dial Santos -- tempted to add another color. Thanks for the helpful comparison.
Got myself the blue one and im very satisfied, its very elegant and sport
Gorgeous watch! Congrats bro 🎉
I never had any legibility problems with my blue Santos. Besides that I love the reflections this is what drew me into the watch. It just looks so amazing in sunlight plus on my opinion this watch is one of the most beautiful allarounders out there.
Blue is my favorite color and leaning towards the blue one for my first luxury watch, thanks for your thoughts on the matter! Which size you go with?
@@gabriel11291 You should consider the Rolex Oyster Perpetual silver or blue for your first watch. Much safer if you decide to resell, more robust and screw-down crown for safer water resistance.
medium blue is the best choice
I agree too!
The white dial pops...and is iconic Cartier. I do like the black ADLC version however.
The medium blue is amazing
That’s the one I decided to get. I’m wondering if I should have gotten the white dial in medium though?
@@tsmutylo no bro good decision the blue is stunning
Your store is gorgeous ! love it !
Thank you so much!!
Blue dial hands down for me 😍
GREAT catch on the dial reflection issue!!!
great video! thanks for the comparisons. white is so classic, but I cant resist the green...maybe i'll have to swing by your store and try it on!
Love the comparison, Thank you.. and love the green dial ..I have been wearing it since last weekend and love the way the light plays on the green and black shades. Two watches in one flex..;) No scrathes yet but I am sure I will get there at some point
I try the white dial and blue and green dial , the blue dial look amazing on my hand . The blue is amazing . Look really special ❤❤
Classic white for me. Besides, I'm a sucker for those blued hands.
can we buy the rubber straps separately? Because i dont like the pvd bezels but i really like the rubber straps
The white dial version all day long. Weird Cartier made this watch to swap out straps but doesn't make any effort to push them or even show them on their website. Would be cool if you could do a video showing us strap options from the showroom or even your own ones. You are the Santos guy on UA-cam! Such a shame Richemont told Delugs to stop making straps for this watch.
I own 2 additional cartier straps for my santos: dark gray and a red. I LIKE that cartier doesn’t push them because it makes what i wear less common and i get a lot of comments on them.
I really love the green dial, so I have the mid size model in green for about two weeks. i wear it everyday and luckily I have not scratched the bezel yet. Good recommendations from you.
Great video! Hit every question I could think of!😊
Even if you're gonna buy the white one, you should ask about the green /blue one in your AD. when they tell you they dont have it, act disappointed and say like you'll reluctantly buy the white one for a 5-10% discount.
I’d be very surprised if you can get any discount on Cartier any more
@@yasarmo worth a shot. nothing to lose.
@@cyan0xidethey don’t need to discount anymore, they’re not desperate to sell and the employees aren’t on commission, they don’t care if you buy or not. Back in the day even Rolex would give a small discount but the whole industry has changed since then.
I got 30% off my Santos medium.. You need to befriend an employee from a store and get their staff discount. Simple 👌🏾 £5,800 down to £4,060.
Elles sont toutes sublime !
I wish they had the sportier PVD blue in medium! I love the Santos De Cartier PVD blue. But my 6” wrist tells me to reconsider 😢
have you considered getting a wrist mod?
Great Q&A
I sold my Dat date for my large Santos Blue face I want to buy another one with the Green face but I wish the crown matched the face….
I even bought my Daughters a Tank each and they love them
Any answers why the green face has a blue crown?
Thank you
Hi, thanks for the well explained video, I picked up a Cartier Santos, blue dial and I got a plain blue leather strap, wanted to check whether Aligator strap, was included or I need to buy and how much would it cost
Thought med white was the one for me but just tried them all and to my suprise,,,,,,,, large blue all the way!
just wish the screws aligned, is it really that hard??
Im from canada. I make me buy cartier santos here .. In toronto... Luv ur vids ...keep us informed
I'm really, really looking forward to the blue. But gosh, I wish the indices were just white, not silver. I noticed that the silver applied indices in the large model aren't very legible at some angles.
I have the medium blue dial, the trick is to use the train track markers to tell the time, they’re white and printed on.
Thx for this great summary. Get going 🚀
What are your thoughts on the synthetic Sapphire Spinel? I have the two tone and it still has the synthetic spinel. Only the full gold models have an authentic spinel. It irritates me based on the price.
FYI there are two alligator strap types for each color (shiny or matte). The blue and green come with the shiny alligator straps, but the one you purchased looks like the matte version that they also offer.
fantastic video, thanks!
whats the lug width watch strap for cartier santos medium
There exculsive santos for Middle East, green dial and Indian numerals
The black ADLC santos on rubber has a black spinel stone
Hey MinuteMon, would you say that the Santos green dial is a versatile watch similar to the white face because of how black the dial looks most of the time?
On any of the Cartier colors you featured, I did not see the Cartier branding on the dial number VII or X? Is there any branding or a date on any of the medium size Santos?
Love the shirt
Can you tell me what the luminous material in the hands of the watch is? I read about some radioactive substances used to make clock hands glow
new sub here, good stuff!
Hi! 2 questions: 1) i know the bezel is known to be a scratch magnet but does it mean it gets more scratches vs other watches like rolex or omega? 2) debating between SS or TT, is it generally more visible to see scratches on a smooth steel or gold bezel or same. Just thinking if it will be less noticeable or visible in one compared to the other.
There's a guy on watches U seek who brushed the bezel, it look great because there's already brushed components of the watch, you could just get it brushed once the scratches become too much
Are there any discounts on this Cartier or strictly MSRP ?
I will be getting the blue face
I own the gray/black large version
They do have it on their website. The strap preview that is.
Can you do a vid on the carbon adlc version?
I experience some play in the connection of the leather strap, is that normal? The steel bracelet fits perfectly, but the leather connection feels less secure.
Does Cartier sell the blue alligator leather strap?
Yes they do! You can request it at Cartier boutique or ADs to order it
@@MinuteMon Is it possible to request an alligator strap for the Cartier Santos large model and if possible, how much does it cost?
love my Santos, worn since 90's, it is by far the most comfortable watch - can't change straps on mine but all good! love your Santos, is that a grey gator band with white face, it's perfect!
Is the alligator strap made of real alligator leather ?
Can I change the dial color?
Thanks for the video. How would you compare the Santos with Omega Globemaster (in terms of price point both watches reach nearly similar)?
I love my two tone medium Santos! Generally I wear it with the navy blue matt alligator. The bolstered, flush fit just looks so cool.
I would also comment on the curve of the case and the glazing - it really does set the Santos apart. Mine just hugs my wrist.
The gold is probably the better for keeping the scratches at bay....but then mine is not a daily wearer. I want other strap colours but the genuine Cartier Santos straps are expensive in the UK (It goes with the territory, I guess!)
Is it possible to change the blue dial into the white afterwards?
Not unless you buy 2 watches
@@MinuteMon not even if you bring the watch to cartier for the revision and just ask them to change the dial?
I need a white dial ;)
Wow didn't realize you were in Queens!!!! I'll email you
White XL! 7 1/4 wrist!
Hey Minute, I recently have purchased the blue Cartier de Santos and upon asking for the alligator strap, the salesperson told me that it does not come with the blue one.
What color did they tell you? Tell your salesperson to check the official Cartier website here that shows a blue alligator strap with the blue Santos
www.cartier.com/en-us/watches/collections/santos-de-cartier/santos-dumont-watch-CRWSSA0063.html
What’s the prices for these new green and blue medium size Santos?
$7,050 in USD, same as the white dial medium Santos
the3y should make one in the Cartier Burgundy color
It's silly that cartier doesnt include two larger links so you can get the perfect fit. Even the prx does this with 6mm links and two 4mm links. All cartier has to do is make two 8mm links to go with the 6mm links and then you could get a perfect fit down to 2mm increments with the right combination of links.
Traditional watches aren’t about practicability. That’s what an Apple Watch is for
Really wish they would make the grey dial in a medium size. I love mine but wish it was a touch smaller. My wrists are 6.75 inches so I can pull off the large but only just. The gray dial has good legibility against the white indices (which are also lumed) and the ADLC bezel has been completely scratch resistant thus far. I also love wearing it on the rubber strap.
Been looking for some more straps for it so i might hit you up. Thanks for the video. Love your work!
hey, i have the exact same wrist size, would it be possible for you to send some wrist shots (using imgur or insta or smth) considering buying a large santos.
Visited your store a few times. You haven’t been there. Would love to buy a large santos blue dial from you. Work out a good deal. Cheers, great videos!!!
Send me an email sales@caratco.com! I’ll make sure I’m there next time you visit
What about the brown ?
Love your videos man! I was wondering do you know the price for the steel bracelet? I am looking at the new Arabic exclusive Santos and notice it does not come with the steel dial
You bring a link with you in the pocket? How much does each link cost. I remember once I has to buy a couple of links for my mom's Bvlgari which I had given to her and the bracelet was a little tight. Each link cost eyewatering 200 USD. I think if you put all the links together bought at retail, it was going to come up to more than the price of the whole watch!
No, I don’t bring the link with me because I don’t have any issue with the fit, it was just an example if someone wanted to have adjustment on the fly
@@MinuteMon but you said you do! lol
Im planning to sell mine i bought 2023 medium green dial for £6,750 but want to sell it now with minor scratches on bezel- would it still be worth at least £6k up? Its 4months old - excellent condition
Would be interested in this.. where abouts in the U.K. are you?
White version ❤
did someone say.... lume shot
HAHA damn what a missed opportunity… I should’ve shown them a real LumeShot
Was disappointed when I went to my AD and the Green Medium leather strap didn’t fit my 7” inch wrist. Had put a deposit and everything just to hold it 😢
It was too small I assume? That stinks
I love the white but I hate the blue hands on the newest version😭 should’ve stuck with black or changed indicies to same color as hands. Throws me off the navy right next to the black but not exactly matching
Love your reviews thanks a lot for it. I have the white dial large but really like the green one. I probably would have liked it more if the green dial would not fade to black. It’s not that much green in my opinion. I do however love the green alligator 🐊 strap and think it would probably look good on the white dial as well. I love the look of your santos with the gray strap too. What’s the retail price for the green alligator strap for the large model with the deployment clasp when ordering through your store and are they already available?
Thanks a lot for your videos and keep them coming I always look forward watching them.
Cheers
Nice video, for me I agree it has to be the white dial, however I tried the watch on the other day and it was a bit underwhelming not sure why!! Also where is your shirt from its nice 👌🏽
Wake me up when they release a burgundy dial.
I mean, I could just get a two tone Galbée with a burgundy enamel dial... Yeah, I should do that
What are your thoughts on the white dial, blue bezel Santos? Can you normally get a discount at a retailer?
Some people are just vanilla, love the Colours added by watch companies, loll at the “legibility” crowd,it’s a fine dress watch you want something to complain about or to pat yourself on back for getting white, saw these in person will definitely add the green dial, hard choice between this watch or JLC Tribute green. Love the videos, keep up the great work! Can’t stand the “watch crowd” not everyone looks at functionality 99% of buyers just love it as a fashion piece, they don’t get miserable about in house movements or whatever garbage everyone is complaining about.
White 👍🏻
White dial the best
That bezel is deal breaker. Cartier can you put a ceramic or hardens the steel at least ?
to me its barely noticible. only in direct light. and the micro scratches actually just make it look sparkly to me.
@@conradcoolerfiend I’m in your camp. The scratches add character imo, and they’re barely noticeable like you said.
ADCL
Hi, i would just like to get your opinion on what dial for Santos would be in demand in the future and eventually lead to sustaining or even higher resale value.
Green or White
👍nice
Some problems with my Cartier watches. Great disappoint when I knew they had all of them cheap ETA movements. 😮😮
The new Santos isn’t ETA movement, it’s Cartier’s in house movement made within Richemont used by other brands such as JLC & Piaget
@@MinuteMon Well, maybe not the new ones but I’m talking about my experience. Bought in year 2000 the Cronoscaph 21, ETA movement, in 2002 the Tank, ETA movement, in 2004 the Roadster, ETA movement, and in 2008 the Santos, ETA movement. I knew it after, when I began using internet, in restoring videos in You Tube that you also can easily find.
Btw, look for the video Cartier Tank Francaise 2023 Edition and Previous Generations 4:45 “based on Sellita movement “ !!
The power reserve is not much for this price
Most rich people stay rich by spending like the poor and investing without stopping then most poor stay poor by spending like the rich yet Not investing like the rich but impressing them
I am not rich but realize that if I keep on investing I will die rich. Now I am spending the money that I invest in younger days. I don't need to impress nobody but would like to enjoy life and die with very few money left as much.
@@jeffreyrivera8158 that’s true thanks to multifx they have really made everything easy for me
Different batch of alligator xD
FFS cartier, brush that bezel!
I'm more concerend about the indices. Bareley legible.
Grey dial ADLC bezel. That's the route I went. Only downside is it's a touch on the large size for my 17 cm wrist. If they made that in the medium size I would swap out in an instant. I've had it for 6 months and there isn't a scratch on the bezel.
if there is no resale valu i wont get this cartier
The Spring Drive is not +/- 1 sec per day. It's much more accurate. Can't believe you lie to your audiences to simp the Santos 😏
Lol, hey I’m following manufacturer specs
@@MinuteMon You just compare your watch real world accuracy to the manufacture spec. The Santos manufacture accuracy is -3/+7 seconds per day and not every watch is the same. You know better than anyone that Spring drive is much more accurate in real life and it's ridiculous to have a comparison like that. It help you to simp the Santos accuracy but not healthy to you audiences.
lmao at this
Can you make a giveaway for us
R u a gay?
R u?
nob jokey
Still ❤ your W3SA0007 shorts..
Maybe as my exit watch someday...🧓