Santos Dumont Small Steel/Rose Gold - Leather 27.5mm W2SA0012

Description

The Cartier Santos‑Dumont Small 38 mm × 27.5 mm Steel & 18K Rose Gold (Ref. W2SA0012) blends vintage aviation heritage with refined elegance. Its quartz precision, dual-tone metals, and sleek leather strap deliver both sophistication and everyday versatility.

Overview

This model revives the original 1904 pilot’s watch worn by Alberto Santos‑Dumont, reinterpreted through a small, elegant 38 × 27.5 mm case. With a high-efficiency quartz movement (≈ 6 years autonomy) and Cartier's signature design language, it offers a perfect balance of nostalgia and modern functionality .

Design and Craftsmanship

• Case & Bezel: Polished stainless steel case with a satin-brushed 18K rose gold bezel secured with eight signature screws.
  
  

• Dial: Silvered satin-brushed dial features a sunray effect, black Roman numerals, discreet minute track, and secret “Cartier” signature at VII.
  
  

• Hands & Crown: Blued-steel sword-shaped hands and a steel beaded crown, topped with a blue synthetic spinel cabochon.
  
  

• Strap: Paired with a black alligator leather strap and steel ardillon buckle for refined comfort.
  
  

Movement and Performance

Powered by a high-autonomy quartz movement, this watch delivers accurate timekeeping with approximately six years of battery life—ideal for wearers appreciating reliability and low maintenance.

Features and Complications

• Time Functions: Hours and minutes.

• Crystal: Sapphire for enhanced scratch resistance.
  

• Water Resistance: Up to 3 bar (≈ 30 m), suitable for daily wear.
  
  

Specifications

Case Material, Diameter, Thickness, and Finish

• Material: Stainless steel case with 18K rose gold bezel
  

• Dimensions: 38 × 27.5 mm; thickness ≈ 7.3 mm
  

• Finish: Polished steel & satin-brushed bezel
  

• Crown: Steel beaded with blue spinel cabochon
  

• Water Resistance: 30 m (3 bar)
  
  

Dial Color, Markers, Hands, and Distinctive Elements

• Color: Silvered satin-brushed with radial sunburst
  

• Markers: Black Roman numerals
  

• Hands: Blued-steel swords
  

• Details: Secret "Cartier" at VII; crisp minute track
  
  

Bracelet/Strap Material, Width, Clasp Type, and Adjustability

• Material: Black alligator leather
  

• Clasp: Stainless steel ardillon buckle
  

• Width: Proportional to compact case; adjustable for comfort
  
  

Movement Caliber, Power Reserve, Frequency, and Jewels

• Caliber: Cartier high-autonomy quartz
  

• Power Reserve: ~6 years battery life
  

• Functions: Hours, minutes