Cartier Santos-Dumont Medium Yellow Gold Diamond Silver Opaline Dial Bracelet WJSA0010 - BRAND NEW

The Cartier Santos-Dumont is one of watchmaking's most historically significant designs, tracing its origins to 1904 when Louis Cartier created a wristwatch for Brazilian aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont so he could read the time without releasing his aircraft's controls. That founding story gives the Santos-Dumont an authenticity that few luxury watch references can claim, and it continues to inform every detail of the collection more than a century later.

Reference WJSA0010 represents the medium Santos-Dumont in its most luxurious guise. The 35.1mm yellow gold case strikes a refined balance — substantial enough to command attention yet elegantly proportioned for a dressy context. The warm, rich tone of 18k yellow gold lends the watch a timeless character that photographs beautifully and ages with a distinguished patina.

At the heart of the dial is a silver opaline surface adorned with Cartier's classically styled Roman numerals — a detail that ties this reference directly to the Maison's storied Parisian heritage. The opaline finish catches light with a soft, luminous quality that gives the dial remarkable depth without ostentation. Diamond accents add a brilliant counterpoint to the gold, making WJSA0010 equally at home at a formal dinner as it is at a gallery opening or a board meeting.

The yellow gold bracelet integrates seamlessly with the case, continuing the Santos's signature exposed-screw aesthetic — a design motif that debuted on the original 1904 model and remains one of the most recognisable details in haute horlogerie. The screws are not merely decorative; they are a direct nod to the riveted construction of Santos-Dumont's airframes, connecting wrist to sky across more than a hundred years of history.

Buying the Cartier Santos-Dumont WJSA0010 from Bizak & Co. means acquiring a brand-new example of one of the world's great watch references from a trusted luxury dealer. Our team of specialists is on hand to answer every question, assist with sizing, and ensure your purchase arrives impeccably presented. Reach out today and let us help you secure this exceptional piece for your collection or as an unforgettable gift.