The "Cartier Santos Ronde" that arrived today is an all-stainless steel model, which is much rarer than the combination models.
It has become a rare model that is seldom seen these days.
The Santos Ronde, which was introduced around 1979.
Alongside the Santos Carrée, it is one of Cartier's first wristwatches to use stainless steel,
and is a historical masterpiece that enjoys extremely high popularity.
At the time, due to the trends of the era, watches made of opulent materials were mainstream,
and stainless steel watches were not as highly regarded as they are today.
However, today, stainless steel models tend to fetch higher prices in the pre-owned market than combination models, which is a curious phenomenon,
and a similar phenomenon is occurring not only with Rolex but also with Cartier.
This is partly due to the scarcity of stainless steel models, which has led to their rarity being recognized,
and their high evaluation worldwide.
The stainless steel Santos model combines a masculine, sporty design with
a touch of Cartier's characteristic delicacy,
creating a unique and highly distinctive design that perfectly matches the times,
and it has now become a top model in the vintage market.
This particular piece has its original dial, which has not been replaced,
and has discolored from white to cream over time, making it a true vintage item.
Although there are slight cracks and scratches, it does not look unappealing;
rather, these minor imperfections enhance the charm of this piece.
Furthermore, the bracelet is an early type,
making this a piece that highlights its originality.
The early double C buckle evokes the feel of the 1980s,
and the atmosphere created by the strongly tapered Love bracelet
evokes a sense of nostalgia that is absent today.
The watch's size is quite small by modern standards;
even the LM size is comparable to a women's watch.
However, it is precisely this size that brings out the design of the distinctive octagonal bezel and screw-motif bracelet,
realizing "understated luxury," which is the greatest charm of vintage watches.
Given both its size and sophisticated design, the Santos Ronde
is popular not only among men but also among women.
Especially the stainless steel model, which can be worn regardless of scene, attire, or age,
undoubtedly continues to exude a timeless charm.
This is a rather long-awaited arrival,
but the stainless steel Santos is now almost legendary.
It's that rare to come across one.
For a popular model sought after by many, and an original piece at that,
this might be a message not to miss this opportunity.
Don't miss this opportunity!
