Cartier Santos de Cartier Medium WSSA0029

One of Cartier’s Most Recognizable Designs, With Two Distinct Ways to Wear It

The Santos is one of those watches where the design matters more than the numbers on the specification sheet. Its square case, exposed screws, Roman numeral dial, and integrated bracelet give it an identity that is immediately recognizable, while the Medium keeps the proportions close to the elegance that has always made the Santos work so well.

This November 2025 example comes with both configurations that make the modern Santos especially versatile: the stainless steel bracelet for its signature integrated look and a Cartier tan leather strap with folding clasp for something more traditional and understated. Cartier’s QuickSwitch system makes moving between the two simple, while SmartLink allows the bracelet to be resized without the usual trip to a watchmaker. The leather strap appears unworn.

At A Glance

• Reference: WSSA0029
• Case Dimensions: 35.1 × 41.9 millimeter
• Movement: Cartier Caliber 1847 MC automatic
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Bracelet: Cartier stainless steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
• Additional Strap: Cartier tan leather with stainless steel folding clasp
• Dial: Silvered opaline
• Water Resistance: 100 meters
• Power Reserve: Approximately 42 hours
• Card Date: November 2025
• Factory Warranty: Balance of Cartier factory warranty remaining
• Condition: Good

Condition

The watch is running well and presents in good overall condition. There is minor visible wear along the polished bezel along with typical desk-diving wear on portions of the bracelet. The crystal presents well.

The Cartier tan leather strap appears unworn, providing a second configuration that presents particularly nicely.

Please review the photos carefully, as they form part of the description and accurately represent the condition of the watch and accompanying accessories.

Included With Watch

Included with the watch are the inner box, outer box, warranty card, booklets, booklet holder, strap tool, Cartier stainless steel bracelet with butterfly clasp, and Cartier tan leather strap with stainless steel folding clasp.

Why We Like It

The Santos has a history stretching back to the earliest days of the wristwatch, but part of what makes the current generation so successful is that Cartier resisted turning it into a conventional round luxury sports watch. Everything that gives the Santos its identity remains intact: the square case, rounded corners, exposed screws, Roman numerals, and bracelet that flows directly into the case.

The Medium is arguably where that design comes through best. At 35.1 millimeters wide, the number can sound small compared with a conventional modern sports watch, but the Santos does not wear like a round watch of the same width. Its square footprint creates considerably more presence, while the restrained dimensions preserve the elegance of the original design and allow the bracelet and case to feel like one continuous object.

There is also a practical side to the modern Santos that can be easy to overlook. Cartier's QuickSwitch system allows the bracelet and leather strap to be exchanged without tools, while SmartLink makes removing or reinstalling bracelet links remarkably straightforward. Combined with 100 meters of water resistance and the automatic Caliber 1847 MC, the Santos is far more capable as an everyday watch than its refined appearance might suggest.

That versatility becomes especially relevant with this example because both configurations are included. On steel, it has the unmistakable integrated look most closely associated with the modern Santos. Switch to the tan leather strap and the same watch becomes noticeably more traditional and dress-oriented. It effectively gives the owner two personalities without requiring an aftermarket solution.

The Santos is ultimately less about chasing specifications and more about owning a genuinely recognizable piece of design. For someone looking for a single luxury watch that can move comfortably between casual, professional, and dressier settings without becoming generic in any of them, the Medium makes an unusually strong case for itself.

Full Specifications

• Reference Number: WSSA0029
• Model: Santos de Cartier Medium
• MSRP: $8,400
• Movement: Cartier Caliber 1847 MC automatic
• Case Material: Stainless steel
• Case Dimensions: 35.1 × 41.9 millimeter
• Water Resistance: 100 meters
• Power Reserve: Approximately 42 hours
• Dial: Silvered opaline
• Card Date: November 2025
• Bracelet: Cartier stainless steel bracelet with butterfly clasp
• Additional Strap: Cartier tan leather strap with stainless steel folding clasp
• Bracelet Systems: QuickSwitch and SmartLink
• Location: Fort Worth, Texas

The Arieli Collection Difference

Every watch we offer is carefully inspected and accurately represented, with clear communication and a collector-first approach from start to finish. We offer fully insured overnight shipping within the United States, approved international delivery, and are always happy to provide additional photos or videos upon request.

Because this watch remains covered by Cartier's factory warranty, you'll continue to enjoy the confidence of manufacturer support. Once that coverage expires, you'll also have access to our trusted watchmakers at fair, collector-friendly rates should service ever be needed.

Please note: Trades are not being accepted on this watch.