A Closer Look at the Skeleton Santos de Cartier: A Masterpiece of Design and Beauty

The Skeleton Santos de Cartier in rose gold is a luxury timepiece that showcases Cartier's expertise in design and innovation. Every detail of this iconic Santos is crafted to perfection, making it stand out as a true masterpiece of watchmaking.

The open-worked dial provides a clear view of the watch's intricate inner workings, allowing for an appreciation of the manual-wound caliber 9619 MC movement. The movement, which boasts a power reserve of 72 hours, is meticulously crafted and decorated by hand, ensuring optimal performance. The skeletonized design is not only visually stunning but also functional, while the warm gold hue adds an extra touch of refinement and luxury to the design, resulting in a timepiece that is both beautiful and functional.

The attention to detail in the design of the skeletonized numerals is another remarkable aspect of the Skeleton Santos de Cartier. The sharp edges of the numerals catch the light in a unique way, making them stand out from the rest of the watch. The rose gold finishing almost makes them appear lumed, showcasing Cartier's commitment to design and attention to even the smallest aspects of the watch. This attention to detail is evident throughout the entire design, making this Santos a truly remarkable timepiece that is sure to impress even the most discerning of watch enthusiasts.

The square case of the watch is made of solid rose gold, providing it with a weighty feel and a sense of durability. It is water-resistant up to 100 meters, making it suitable for a variety of activities. The finishing of the watch is of the highest quality, with every component carefully crafted to ensure the watch's longevity.

Overall, the Ref. WHSA0016 is a stunning timepiece that combines the best of Cartier's design innovation with the luxury and sophistication of the Maison. It sets the standard for luxury watchmaking and is a must-have for any serious watch collector. With its remarkable features and attention to detail, the Skeleton Santos de Cartier in rose gold is a true masterpiece of watchmaking.

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Oh dear.

If a £60k watch is a "must-have for any serious watch collector." I may as well give up now 😆

I may go buy the CIGA Design Machina for a similar vibe 👌

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Wow, that is one of the 10 finest masterpieces I ever seen and the first top 60 that I seen here, in the very nice WhatchCrunch...

And it look more like "red gold" which is slightly more orange than yellow gold and not "rose" that use to have a purple tint... But "rose gold" can have different tones, of course...

But I don't love triangular hands, even if they are in gold and not ugly blue... And the "steel" tone of the roman numerals, should look clearly better in black or very dark shimmering red, in my humble opinion...

It's anyhow an amazing watch and you must be a very proud owner!

May the sun shine up your way into the future...

I did just find and optimized following extra pictures, the fact that it is just under 40mm wide, cost 48 to 67000 euro used at chrono24 and I could not find any fine homage or replica, so it might "simply" be too complicated to build one!

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It's a spectacular looking watch. But it's just too much for me to take in and put out!