The early 2000s era of Cartier's iconic Santos line is the Santos Galbée Automatic collection, where the brand modernized its classic DNA with elegant lines.
With its all-stainless steel case, curved (galbée) shape, and characteristic screw-down bezel, it offers a look that is both sporty and sophisticated.
This period marks the last classic Santos generation in which Cartier used the "Swiss Made" automatic movement (Calibre 049 – ETA 2892-A2 base).
Clock Status
Very good overall condition.
It has been polished.
The glass is flawless sapphire crystal.
Case
Material: Stainless steel
Diameter: Approximately 35 mm (excluding crown) × 44 mm (lug to lug)
Thickness: ~9 mm
Case shape: Curved Galbée form
Back cover: Screw-down, engraved “Automatic – Stainless Steel – Swiss Made – 2181110 MX 2823”
Winding stem: 7-sided, with synthetic blue spinel stone.
Glass: Sapphire crystal
Water resistance: 30 m
Production period: 2000–2005
Movement
Type: Automatic Mechanical
Caliber: Cartier 049 (based on ETA 2892-A2)
Frequency: 28,800 vph
Power reserve: ~42 hours
Functions: Hour, minute, second, date
Origin: Swiss Made
Dial
Color: Silver Opaline
Indexes: Black Roman numerals
Arms: Blue steel “épée” style
Date window: At the 3 o'clock position
"Cartier" hidden signature: At the number VII on the dial.
Bracelet and Clasp
Bracelet: Original Cartier stainless steel bracelet, with screw-down links.
Clasp: Folding clasp, with "Swiss Made" engraving on the inner surface.
Original structure (pre-QuickSwitch)
Boxes and Documents
Original box present, no documentation.
The watch is offered with a Karatay Classic Watches certificate and verification document.
