Cowhide: 2000cny/＄276
Crocodile: 2200cny/＄304
F1 New Products『New Watches』Cartier presents the Santos-Dumont XL Hand-Wind manual-winding movement watch (size: 46.6*33.9mm). Following the great success of the new Santos-Dumont Medium and Small Quartz Pair watches launched in 2019, the industry was expecting Cartier to launch a more men’s friendly version of the same watch! Watches & Wonders 2020 pushes the boundaries of styling and proportions with the launch of the Santos-Dumont XL Hand-Wind Hand-Wound Calibre XL Plus Size, which is even more atmospheric and suitable for men’s wristwatches! What’s even more surprising is that this timepiece is equipped with a Caliber 430 workshop hand-wound movement! F1 Factory was the first to acquire this watch for an in-depth 1:1 replica!
First: the case / the use of Finland 316F + L steel material (metal properties close to 904L steel), Taiwan factory 3D scanning copying mould, to ensure that the case and the authentic data match, post-manufacturing all the use of German CNC machining, the machine parts with high degree of conformity!
Second: the liner / the use of the case and the case as a whole to hide the machine position and solid machine position deep processing, complex and exquisite craftsmanship, but also because of this model is a mechanical wristwatch, so on the hands of the feeling of full weight, drop hand feeling strong!
Third: movement / exclusive customised sub version 430MC hand chain mechanical movement, full chain power reserve of 36 hours. Although this model for the closed back design, F1 factory not to reduce the cost of crude production! The main plate of the movement and the original consistent engraved Cartier double C logo, and the original Caliber430MC movement appearance similarity of 90 per cent, full of sincerity!
Fourth: dial / CNC engraved three-stage silver-plated dial, orbital scale with long slender three-dimensional Roman numerals, sunray pattern effect, generous and clear!
Five: mirror / the use of double-sided high penetration treatment of the French sapphire crystal glass, dial view more clear and clear, never dazzling sense!
Six: leather strap + buckle. The new models in the old work on the basis of upgrading for the leather wrapped titanium head grain, so that the strap is more solid and durable, ergonomic design, the whole table is more close to the hand! F1 factory under the heavy cost of the starting mould casting, holes and card shell bit of one-piece moulding. With quick release lugs, it is easy to install and dismantle! Leather imported from Italy pressed crocodile pattern calf leather (navy blue, onyx black, elephant grey, coffee) and American crocodile (navy blue, onyx black) to choose from! The F1 factory only uses A grade abdominal bamboo pattern crocodile skin, never the market ordinary tail skin and edges of the material can be comparable. Of course, the price is a little expensive! The bottom lining is made of the same lining as that of the card family, which makes it comfortable to wear! The bottom is lined with the same lining as the original, which makes it comfortable to wear! The buckle is complemented by the iconic pin buckle which is moulded 1:1 according to the original!
VII: Hands / with the original consistent hardened burnished steel blue needle, turn the angle can show gradient effect, very vivid!
VIII: Crown / The iconic crown is rounded by a five-axis machine and polished to a clear, rounded shape. The top of the crown is inlaid with blue original ore grinding cabochon (ordinary goods on the market or with drop glue or synthetic glue, dull colour, not transparent), in the light of a moving luster.
Nine: the whole watch polished / shell body front and side brushed process, sand grain smooth and clear! Shell surface and side excessive by light order decorative line processing, clear and bright lines! The rim of the mirror light order processing, and then decorated with the iconic exposed screws, texture highlights!
Packaging/hangtag, warranty card, and caseback code are identical. This watch can not only with formal business formal wear, but also with sports and casual wear. Cartier’s unfailing reputation and immortal design, is a good product for self-wearing and gifting friends and relatives!
Diameter: 46.6*33.9mm
Case: steel
Mirror: sapphire-opphthalmics
Movement: manual mechanical movement
Strap: Italian cowhide leather / optional alligator leather
Clasp: pin buckle
