Cartier Santos de Cartier W2020010

Santos 100 Automatic 38mm Titanium and PVD Steel

The Cartier Santos 100 Ref. W2020010 is a large-format automatic wristwatch combining a titanium case with ADLC (Amorphous Diamond-Like Carbon) black PVD coating — a technical finishing process that provides superior surface hardness and a deep matte-black aesthetic. Tracing directly to the 1904 watch Louis Cartier created for aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos 100 is the bold, XXL reinterpretation of the original design language, measuring 38mm x 38mm with a 15.3mm case thickness. The square bezel with exposed screws — the Santos' most recognisable architectural detail — is rendered here in titanium, complementing the PVD-coated steel case body. The black nylon strap with fabric graining on the front surface reinforces the tactical, aviation-inspired character of this configuration. The black dial carries applied Roman numeral hour markers with the characteristic Cartier dial layout — a minute track at the perimeter, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and the Santos' signature vertical bar interrupting the minute track at 6 o'clock. The octagonal crown is faceted and set with a synthetic blue spinel cabochon, consistent with Cartier's crown finishing across all collections. A scratch-resistant sapphire crystal protects the dial. The solid case back is secured by eight exposed screws — an engineering reference to the Santos' original aviation-tool construction. Cartier Caliber 049 powers this Santos 100 — an automatic self-winding movement with a 42-hour power reserve. The movement is housed within the PVD-treated stainless steel case back, which is solid and secured by the characteristic Santos screw configuration. Water resistance is rated to 30 metres. The black deployant titanium buckle closes the nylon strap cleanly. Buy this preowned Cartier Santos 100 Ref. W2020010 38mm Titanium ADLC PVD Black Roman Dial on Master Luxury with box and papers at exclusive price.