Cartier Santos de Cartier LM ref 2960 in steel box & papers
Maker: Cartier
Model: Santos de Cartier
Reference: 2960
Size: LM
Year: 1980's
Case & Bezel Material: all stainless steel
Case Dimensions: 29mm diameter (excluding crown guard), 41mm lug to lug
Movement: Cartier Automatic movement, running at -32.3 seconds/day
Service history: Summer 2016
Bracelet/Strap: original Cartier integrated bracelet in steel. Comes with full links and its wrist size to 20cm (about 7.8 inches)
Lug width: 17.5mm
Box/Papers: Cartier inner and outer box, certificate of guarantee (unsigned), and user manual.
This watch needs no introduction. Memorialized in the 1987 movie Wall Street, the all yellow gold version was worn by Gordon Gekko played by Michael Douglas. The Santos was born in 1978 as a a result of Cartier’s decision to try to appeal to a younger crowd who leaned towards sportier watches. The Santos now is an icon and arguably the most famous Cartier timepiece in history. The reference 2960 is the full stainless steel version of the Santos de Cartier, also referred to as the Carree amongst Cartier enthusiasts. This is the LM size which is the men's size of the Santos de Cartier.
Overall, this piece is in fantastic vintage condition. Although the case, case bezel, and bracelet has many scratches, one can tell that this Santos was worn frequently by the previous owner with lots of love. The unpolished case and bracelet is still sharp and retains its original bevels. The white dial is a "swiss made" dial meaning that the dial was replaced by Cartier during one of its servicing. The original dial had a white lacquer dial which always developed a crack, and it is common to see a replacement dial on these vintage Cartier Carree's. The "swiss only" dials are made of a different material from the original dials and never crack. The dial on this example is free of any blemishes or discoloration and is clean overall. The blue steeled hands as well as the crown guards is in excellent shape. The blue sapphire cabochon has some cracks but nothing major. The automatic movement was last serviced in 2016 by the previous owner and is currently running at -31.2 sec/day. The watch comes with its outer/inner box, Cartier guarantee (unsigned) and instruction manual.
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With the nature and fragility of vintage watches, all watches are sold as is. We will do our best to describe, photograph and assist you to ensure full transparency but we do not provide any guarantee on movement accuracy, water-proofing or any other mechanical guarantee unless stated.
Please note that in most cases, our watches do not come with a strap. If it does come with one it will be described on the description of the watch details. Similarly, please carefully read the description of the watch details if the watch has been serviced or not.
We have made every effort to display as accurately as possible the colours and images of our products that appear on our website. We cannot guarantee that your computer monitor's display of any color will be accurate.
All statements relating to any items sold by Special Dial are statements of opinion. We reserve the right to adjust listed or quoted prices and specifications without notice and may also at any time withdraw any of the items without prior notice.
Please be mindful that our products are vintage and preowned, with many decades of wear and use. Proper care and maintenance procedures must be taken in order to ensure your timepiece lasts.
Furthermore, as these items have been used in the past, please expect wear and patina from usage and age. Please read all descriptions carefully prior to purchase. Our images should be considered part of the description.
International Shipping
All items will be shipped via express courier, using either EMS Express or UPS Parcel Pro. EMS will be used for watches less than usd 5000. For watches over usd 5000, we will ship using UPS parcel pro. It is our policy to ship all watches fully insured.
If you prefer, we also have a business account with DHL for shipments.
Please note that your shipment may be subject to import fees upon arrival in the destination country. Any incurred importation fees or taxes are the responsibility of the customer.
If packages are lost or stolen, a refund will be issued only after the approval of the insurance claim by our insurance vendor.Maker: Cartier Model: Santos de Cartier Reference: 2960 Size: LM Year: 1980's Case & Bezel Material: all stainless steel Case Dimensions: 29mm diameter (excluding crown guard), 41mm lug to lug Movement: Cartier Automatic movement, running at -32.3 seconds/day Service history: Summer 2016 Bracelet/Strap: original Cartier integrated bracelet in steel. Comes with full links and its wrist size to 20cm (about 7.8 inches) Lug width: 17.5mm Box/Papers: Cartier inner and outer box, certificate of guarantee (unsigned), and user manual. This watch needs no introduction. Memorialized in the 1987 movie Wall Street, the all yellow gold version was worn by Gordon Gekko played by Michael Douglas. The Santos was born in 1978 as a a result of Cartier’s decision to try to appeal to a younger crowd who leaned towards sportier watches. The Santos now is an icon and arguably the most famous Cartier timepiece in history. The reference 2960 is the full stainless steel version of the Santos de Cartier, also referred to as the Carree amongst Cartier enthusiasts. This is the LM size which is the men's size of the Santos de Cartier. Overall, this piece is in fantastic vintage condition. Although the case, case bezel, and bracelet has many scratches, one can tell that this Santos was worn frequently by the previous owner with lots of love. The unpolished case and bracelet is still sharp and retains its original bevels. The white dial is a "swiss made" dial meaning that the dial was replaced by Cartier during one of its servicing. The original dial had a white lacquer dial which always developed a crack, and it is common to see a replacement dial on these vintage Cartier Carree's. The "swiss only" dials are made of a different material from the original dials and never crack. The dial on this example is free of any blemishes or discoloration and is clean overall. The blue steeled hands as well as the crown guards is in excellent shape. The blue sapphire cabochon has some cracks but nothing major. The automatic movement was last serviced in 2016 by the previous owner and is currently running at -31.2 sec/day. The watch comes with its outer/inner box, Cartier guarantee (unsigned) and instruction manual. Ships from JapanOur Watches With the nature and fragility of vintage watches, all watches are sold as is. We will do our best to describe, photograph and assist you to ensure full transparency but we do not provide any guarantee on movement accuracy, water-proofing or any other mechanical guarantee unless stated. Please note that in most cases, our watches do not come with a strap. If it does come with one it will be described on the description of the watch details. Similarly, please carefully read the description of the watch details if the watch has been serviced or not. We have made every effort to display as accurately as possible the colours and images of our products that appear on our website. We cannot guarantee that your computer monitor's display of any color will be accurate. All statements relating to any items sold by Special Dial are statements of opinion. We reserve the right to adjust listed or quoted prices and specifications without notice and may also at any time withdraw any of the items without prior notice. Please be mindful that our products are vintage and preowned, with many decades of wear and use. Proper care and maintenance procedures must be taken in order to ensure your timepiece lasts. Furthermore, as these items have been used in the past, please expect wear and patina from usage and age. Please read all descriptions carefully prior to purchase. Our images should be considered part of the description. International Shipping All items will be shipped via express courier, using either EMS Express or UPS Parcel Pro. EMS will be used for watches less than usd 5000. For watches over usd 5000, we will ship using UPS parcel pro. It is our policy to ship all watches fully insured. If you prefer, we also have a business account with DHL for shipments. Please note that your shipment may be subject to import fees upon arrival in the destination country. Any incurred importation fees or taxes are the responsibility of the customer. If packages are lost or stolen, a refund will be issued only after the approval of the insurance claim by our insurance vendor.
