Cartier created the Santos in honor of the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont. Alberto Santos-Dumont, a true daring aviation pioneer, flew in France and Europe in some of the first prototype airplanes.

One of the classic versions of the Santos is the Santos Vendome. Our Certified Pre-Owned Vendome showcased here is the largest version of the watch, though it is not a large watch. It measures 32mm wide and the crown add a couple more millimeters.

Originally a mens watch, it could also easily be worn by a woman looking for a full size Cartier.

It features the distinctives that make it easily recognizable as a Cartier - a stainless steel case with screwed in bezel, classic white Roman dial with blue steel "epee" hands, Cartier Santos bracelet, and sapphire topped crown.

It has the newer style heavier Santos bracelet, much more solid than previous generations. Powering the watch is its Swiss Cartier quartz engine that never needs winding.

It is fully Cartier and presents as gorgeous condition - it presents as about a 9.4 out of 10. The bracelet is tight, and on the wrist it presents beautifully.

The photos came out a little blurred and don't do it justice.

A watchmaker has installed a new battery battery, and we have meticulously detailed it making it ready for immediate enjoyemnt.

Included with the purchase is a one-year C.O.T. warranty on the movement and its function and a custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity.

• Country of origin: Switzerland
• Maker: Cartier
• Model: Mens Santos Vendome
• Serial no.: 8192509229
• Functions: Hours, Minutes
• Designed for: Men
• Dimensions: 32mm wide (excluding crown), 37mm long lug tip to tip. 5mm thick
• Case material: Stainless steel
• Case condition: Presents on the wrist as just short of mint with a few hairlines and light wear. All markings on the back are fully legible - the serial number is just slightly ligher, all the rest are strong and clear
• Dial: White, black Roman numerals, Cartier signature at VII, outer minute track, aperture for date, blue steel 'epee' hands, original, mint condition
• Movement type: Cartier Swiss quartz
• Band: Santos bracelet, stainless steel, polished and brushed, sized to fit a wrist of to approx. just over 7 inches, adjustable, remnants of wear on the underside, presents on the wrist as just short of mint condition with a few hairlines and almost no stretch
• Serviced: A new battery has been installed. Your watch is important to us, and we will take care of it for its lifetime. We provide the best after sale care in the business with an experienced team of watchmakers both of whom each have over forty years of experience and a large number of parts.
• Warranty: 1-year international warranty. Please email concierge@cotwatches.com for details.
• Box/Papers: BOX - Connoisseur of Time watch presentation box; PAPERS - Custom printed Connoisseur of Time Certificate of Authenticity
• Returns: 7 days full refund. 100% satisfaction guarantee

We offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee for all of our watches. If you are in any way unsatisfied with the watch we will fully refund the purchase price anytime within 7 days after the watch has been received. Our goal is to exceed our client's expectations throughout the buying experience.

All watches are packaged carefully and mailed double boxed in specially constructed, reinforced shipping boxes designed for high value items. All watches are sent fully insured with signature required. Most of our domestic shipping is done through FedEx. At times we will also use USPS Express Mail, and we can accommodate most requests for your preferred carrier. International shipments are sent USPS International Express Mail or FedEx.

The purchase price will be the declared value of the merchandise on any required customs forms. The payment of all customs duties, tariffs, and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.

Also note that water resistance of vintage watches can no longer be guaranteed and is not covered under the watch's warranty. We do not recommend getting a vintage watch wet, even one that was originally designed to be waterproof.

To get an idea of how this watch will look on the wrist, please use the Watch Sizing Guide