Santos Dumont Rose Gold/Diamond - Leather 44.6x34.6 mm WH100751

Description

The Cartier Santos Dumont Rose Gold – Diamond Bezel – Leather Strap 44.6 × 34.6 mm (Ref. WH100751) is a luxurious reinvention of Cartier’s iconic pilot’s watch, marrying Art Deco elegance with horological purity. Crafted in 18K rose gold and adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds, this timepiece radiates refined sophistication and timeless allure.

Overview

Inspired by the original Santos designed for aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont in 1904, the Santos Dumont collection revives its elegant heritage. The Ref. WH100751 showcases a manually wound calibre 430 MC in a generously sized 44.6 × 34.6 mm case, updated for contemporary tastes while preserving its vintage appeal.

Design and Craftsmanship

Meticulously polished in 18K rose gold, the case features 59 brilliant-cut diamonds on the bezel and lugs—totaling 2.48 ct—complemented by a diamond-set faceted crown. The silvered grained dial is enhanced by black oxidized steel sword-shaped hands and bold Roman numerals, framing a classic and readable presentation. The supple black semi‑matte alligator strap is paired with an 18K rose-gold deployant buckle, delivering both luxury and comfort.

Movement and Performance

Inside beats the manually wound Cartier Calibre 430 MC, offering reliable mechanical precision with a sleek case thickness of approximately 5.58 mm.

Features and Complications

• Time Display: Hours and minutes via manual winding.
  

• Water Resistance: Up to 30 m (3 bar) for everyday protection.
  

• Crystal: Sapphire for superior scratch resistance.
  

• Crown: Diamond-set faceted rose-gold crown—an elegant Cartier signature.
  
  

Specifications

Case

• Material: 18K Rose Gold
  

• Dimensions: 44.6 mm (length) × 34.6 mm (width) × ~5.58 mm thickness
  

• Bezel & Lugs: Set with 59 brilliant-cut diamonds (total 2.48 ct)
  

• Crown: Diamond-set, faceted rose-gold
  

• Water Resistance: 30 m (3 bar)
  
  

Dial

• Color: Silvered grained
  

• Numerals: Black Roman numerals
  

• Hands: Black oxidized steel sword‑shape
  

• Crystal: Sapphire
  
  

Bracelet/Strap

• Material: Black semi-matte alligator leather
  

• Clasp: 18K rose-gold deployant buckle
  

• Width: ~18 mm lug width
  
  

Movement

• Caliber: Cartier Calibre 430 MC (manual winding)
  

• Power Reserve: Standard for manual Cartier movements
  

• Functions: Hours, minutes