Cartier Santos Dumont Gold Large Model WGSA0115
Born from the 1904 friendship between Louis Cartier and aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont, this Santos Dumont Super Clone honors the world’s first pilot’s watch. Its square case with exposed screws mirrors rivets on early aircraft fuselages, while the 43.5mm size replicates the original’s cockpit legibility requirements.
Material & Design Mastery
18K Gold Craftsmanship
- Case Construction: Solid stainless steel base with 7μm 18K gold plating (5N warm hue calibration).
- Surface Finish: Alternating satin-brushed and mirror-polished facets (0.2mm edge beveling).
Blue Dial Artistry
- Color Layering: 5-stage PVD coating creates navy → cobalt gradient under light.
- Sunburst Technique: Radial brushing at 320° angle replicates original 1904 guilloché patterns.
Signature Crown Design
- Beaded Crown: 8 vertical grooves inspired by aircraft throttle controls.
- Spinel Cabochon: Synthetic blue gemstone (2.8mm diameter) with anti-scratch coating.
Functional Details
Aviation-Inspired Elements
- Exposed Screws: Stainless steel hex bolts (1.2mm diameter) with gold PVD finish.
- Curved Lugs: 12° downward angle for seamless wrist integration.
Dial Legibility
- Gilded Numerals: 3D Roman markers with 0.3mm relief height.
- Sword Hands: Diamond-cut edges enhance light reflection.
Technical Specifications
| Component | Engineering Precision |
|---|---|
| Movement | Swiss Ronda 715 Quartz |
| Crystal | Double AR-coated sapphire (92% VLT) |
| Water Resistance | 3 ATM (30m) |
| Strap | Quick-release blue alligator leather |
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