Watches with a hollow design have an inherent unique charm and are more attractive than regular watches; since their birth, this has become one of the iconic styles of Cartier watchmaking.
The biggest highlight and challenge of this replica Cartier skeleton watch is to elevate the design to a slimmer and more refined level. The new Santos-Dumont skeleton watch not only continues the elegant style of the original version in 1904, but is also unique in its detailed design. This masterpiece of aesthetics and craftsmanship is intended to pay tribute to the ambitious Albert Santos Dumont.
Unlike the common round case, the square case has simpler and smoother lines and is more brand-recognizable. Cartier’s classic square case is made of fine steel and has been brushed to provide excellent scratch resistance and a silky appearance. This not only looks more advanced visually, but also demonstrates the beauty of ingenuity. If you look closely, you can see that the connection between the case and the lugs of this watch is also very smooth and smooth.
One of the most eye-catching features of this watch is the skeletonized dial. This is the first time since the Santos-Dumont watch took on a new look in 2019 that it is equipped with a hollow movement. Through the sapphire glass mirror, we can clearly appreciate the exquisite details of the watch design.
The hollow design fully proves the brand’s strong confidence in details and craftsmanship. The combination of the hollow plate and the square frame, as well as the straight line outline, not only increases the sense of layering, but also retains the blank space. If you look closely, you can see that the aircraft pearl rotor on the lower left side of the disk contrasts with the clockwork barrel on the upper right side, but they are not symmetrically hollowed out. If you don’t have obsessive-compulsive disorder, you will actually feel that the design is full of design at first glance.
Turning to the side, the crown is inlaid with a classic cabochon sapphire, which adds a retro and elegant atmosphere to the watch. The crown is also designed with anti-slip particles around it so that the wearer can easily hold it and adjust the time. The stainless steel bezel is polished, forming a clear contrast with the case and adding a sense of hierarchy. In addition, the bezel is also inlaid with Cartier’s iconic 8 screw design.
The watch is equipped with the newly developed Cartier 9629 MC hollow self-winding mechanical movement, which provides a 44-hour power reserve. This movement is composed of 212 parts and is a sophisticated aesthetic design of a major project. This watch is waterproof to a depth of 30 meters. Cartier also equipped this watch with a gray crocodile leather strap. The gray color can highlight the mature and stable atmosphere without appearing too dull. The buckle is designed with a stainless steel pin buckle, which is relatively easy to wear and take off. I personally prefer this traditional buckle design.