My first watch was a Grand Seiko Spring Drive. It’s a watch that I can stare at for minutes at a time throughout the day. My next goal is a Speedmaster Moonphase.
Impeccable choice the Cartier Santos was the first wrist watch and Cartier has an incredible history with timepieces and watches, not only a beautiful piece but also historically significant.
I found my dream watch while watching an episode of Magnum P.I. back when I was 11. I bought it off the shelf (hard to believe nowadays)when I turned 25. I’m 51 now, still have it, it is still my dream watch. It’s beat up, I wear it daily, gets it’s routine service, still looks amazing. I love watches, really want the Santos, but nothing can compare to what I have: Rolex GMT Master “Pepsi”. Always follow your dreams, there is no second guessing.
You can go through the waiting list by slipping the dealer a $500-$700 "Tip". My friends and I discovered this on a whim. We figured that if we're already spending 7k on a watch, what's another 500 bucks as a service fee lmao. Great purchase, btw. The santos Dumont is one of my all time favorite models considering it's the first aviation watch (I'm a pilot by profession).
I feel like the Cartier Santos matches the man you are now. Refined, slightly understated, and timeless. My first serious watches were the Tissot “Chemin de Tourelles” (midnight blue dial) and the Seiko Presage Raku (matcha green dial).
The Chemin De Tourelles is a great value for money! Good looking watch. I bought it from Jomashop for $200 for my brother’s birthday. It was his first automatic watch.
I was thinking about buying the Santos medium for a year or so and never pulled the trigger. But after watching your video I felt it like a sign so it might be my own-holiday gift this year. I loved how you explained this beautiful time piece :D thank you Tim!
Must say I've never ever considered Cartier but i do love this watch, perfect balance between a dress watch and an everyday wear. Tim if you're getting into watches I think you'd love the Omega Constellation. Omega in general are my favourite watches Quality/ price ratio is one of the best.
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
Excellent choice! I was on the waitlist for a Rolex OP 36 since 2022 and given up on that. I have a Cartier tank on an alligator strap and I think I’ll stick with Cartier. They don’t get enough credit because people will see it as a jewelry company, but they have an undeniable heritage and a design perspective that is uniquely, Cartier.
I bought a watch from amzwatch lightly used for my last milestone birthday. Don't wear it as much as it deserves, but not afraid to, either. It's stunning . Good taste, Sir.
I love the Cartier Santos, such a classy and timeless design. Sadly it looked terrible on my wrist so I ended up going with an equally-beautiful Omega Aqua Terra 15,000 Gauss. But it suits you just perfectly!
Your journey is similar to mine. I started with Rolex, then discovered Grand Seiko, which are beautiful watches, but just too big for my wrist. Then the Santos caught my eye. I have yet to make that purchase as life has gotten in the way, so I have not had the time, but I intend to at some point. On a sidenote, I did pick up a datejust from 1966 and I wear it with a brown leather strap. I love that look because it’s very understated as I bought that (specific year) Rolex more for me, to feel good about wearing it,than for people to notice what I’m wearing. The Santos is a very good looking watch and it definitely works on you and your style. I thought it was great that you gave people other options for a similar look at a less expensive price point. Thanks for a great video!
look into a grand seiko elegance collection particularly sbgw231 or similar series they are 37mm and impeccably finished with great in house mechanical movement!
I've recently began my obsession as a watch collector. And i must say- out of all the luxury brands I've been researching, for me the AMZWATCH's watches are the most intriguing.
@@KG-er4zw What's your budget? A Tissot prx would be a great sub thousand dollar option. The Christopher Ward would be an awesome choice for around 1500, and something like a Nomos might work around 2-2.5k
@SaurabhPethe is right, it depends on your budget. It also depends if this would be your only watch and your lifestyle. Longines are going through a great phase at the moment and the Nomos Club Sports are fantastic. Oris are good too, and if you’re ok buying a watch from a new manufacturer (know as micro brands), then it’s worth looking at Farer and Mido. If you want just one watch forever and can afford it, you can’t go far wrong with an Omega Aqua Terra.
the datejust is beautiful but honestly - everyone has one. The Cartier is one of the most beautiful watches ever made, and the overall design of it is just so much more interesting. I'm picking up my cartier santos tomorrow morning funnily enough!
Congrats for getting a magnificent piece of art Tim, really happy for you. Now that you are interested in the watch world just make sure to understand one thing. Don’t buy watches thinking about the profit you can make out of them after a period of time, buy watches because you appreciate the craftsmanship, heritage, brand, movement etc. plus make sure that they represent something important for you. Don’t be like the rest flexing about how much they made unless you are a watch dealer which I also respect. Just make sure to know why you are getting into the world of watches!
I used to be strong advocate of buy what you like and not what makes financial sence. While i still agree to that statement and i extend it by saying, when you buy something, wear it and enjoy it, dont keep it in a safe, i ve also matured and realise, value retention should also be a huge consideration factor. While all us watch enthusiast would love to buy all the watches we love and keep them forever, thats not how it works. Most of us, while financialy healthy enough to be able to afford a couple of good watches, we cant really affort to loose a tone of money on such an unimportant object. Im not saying you should buy watches to flip them, but knowing that your purchase will only result in loosing in loosing a few hundret bucks if not anything, is nice level of security and for some people, the only chance of owning a nice watch.
Same thing happened with me regarding Rolex. I was just ready to buy my first Rolex, an Explorer II and AD came with this waitlist thing. Forget about it. So I bought a Cartier Santos and I’m pretty happy with it. Very versatile and noticeable watch. One of my 2 last names is Santos too. Thank you for sharing.
Great choice for your first luxury watch! Cartier Santos is absolutely classic! My first luxury watch is Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch. Great history, great design, great movement…, you name it!
Tim, Thank you for choosing to save up for a luxury watch, especially the Cartier Santos, an impeccably stylish piece. Fitting for a man whose fashion sense is just as impeccable. You are the first of the "style-influencer RUclipsrs" who has finally bridged the gap between the watch fans and fashion fans. There has been a slight divide between these two groups for various reasons that I do not need to get into. I think your making this video will hopefully bring more people across both aisles into an elevated understanding of fashion and style. One thing I love about your choice is that you deliberately looked into a watch that matches your look and your style. So often you find that watch fans will go out and buy a watch that does correlate well with what they wear daily. You however made a correct decision in picking a watch that goes well with what you wear and you have made an investment by purchasing a luxury watch. This is what truly marks the difference between "wearing" and "styling" your watch, which you have achieved the latter so graciously. Hopefully, you will not be the last of fashion influencers to do this, I look forward to what everyone else in the fashion world brings to the table. P.S. I also love that you took the time to explain the watch's history, mechanics, and value. So often I think the issue for people is they cannot justify the price for "just a watch," the reality is that they are buying more than just something that tells time. They are buying a piece of history and that is something that they can pass on to their future generations.
@shahjahonsaidmurodov2086 I'm not sure if this is what he meant, but there has recently been a surge in "fashion watches." They're very low quality watches that are undeniably good looking watches, but have very low quality other than looks. Cheap quartz movements, bad quality control, and their extreme social media influence. Watches like MVMT, Daniel Wellington, etc are watch brands that all claim to be excellent watches at affordable prices. They're not. They're cheap $50 watches being sold for $300 because they pay celebrities to advertise it for them. They use terns like "revolutionizing the industry" and "cutting out the middleman." If you're every shopping for a watch and see those terms, run because chances are they're very low quality watches that are being sold for way more than they're worth.
I love your evolution as a watch wearer. I remember commenting on one of your videos a couple of years ago about watches you liked to wear and you responded saying you were all into just the design and not the movements. Your pick is awesome. Cartier is just so cool. I wear a Cartier Tank too and love how it can be classy, classic and sporty at the same time.
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the MAMACOO, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
Honestly never thought too much about a nice watch but maybe now I'll put more time into my next purchase. Thank you @Tim Dessaint for this video!! On a (slightly) unrelated note, have you ever thought about getting into fragrances? It's a deep dive worth taking for any fashion enthusiast imo.
The secret cartier signature on the watch face blew my mind. My partner and I immediately paused and looked for it on her watch and there it was on the X Roman numeral. What an insane detail!!
Knowing about Nico And still thinking about paying more than a grand for a Seiko, u have some Tim! On a serious note, great pickup, such a great classic!
Awesome video buddy. My very first watch was a Santos 20 yrs ago. It now looks a bit small but I won’t upgrade due its sentimental value. It’s in mint condition. Then in the middle of Covid I was able I get a Rolex Submariner no date. I wear it everyday and absolutely love it. I’m set for life !
Santos in spanish literally means Saints, while in portuguese would be something like sacred (saints=sagrado) so i think the link is accurate. In regards of surname both spanish and portuguese have the origen from this surname, so while Santos Durmont was Brazilian and the surname came from his mother, the actual origin of the surname isnt brazilian.
Not sure if i would consider you a watch newbie, you really do seem to know your stuff! And as a watch/style nerd with watches from Casio’s, G-Shocks and Seiko to Rolex, Cartier and Vacheron Constantin, etc I absolutely approve this message! I used to be a collector, but I liquidated my collection to venture into real estate. In January, I acquired homes in Malibu for $34 million, and the returns on investment far exceed what I earned as a collector. Great video glad I found this channel.
Great choice. I bought my medium Santos 2 years ago, and I have loved it. It has been my daily watch since then. How did you grow your portfolio to $45m, I'm impressed, I have a lump sum in the bank, the rates are not impressive so I'm moving it, whats your cash flow like?
Congrats on your new Cartier, it's a beautiful piece and fits well with your style! It's nice to see that you're actually wearing and enjoying it. Don't worry about scratching it!
Just the adjustable bracelet itself is a HUGE selling feature. I also agree about the easily scratched bezel but thank god for polishing. I love adding hsitory with watch reviews. Great Video!!!
I like you’re review of this watch. I am not a watch guy, so when I look up videos about watches most of the ones I see are watch “hype beasts” only talking about what watches are hyped up right now. But I don’t care about the hype, I care about style and features. I have seen videos about the Cartier Santos before but no one I watched mentioned the links and spring loaded bar. That is such a cool feature that others have looked over. Great video, thanks for sharing!
Not sure if i would consider you a watch newbie, you really do seem to know your stuff!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 And as a watch/style nerd with watches from Casio’s, G-Shocks and Seiko to Rolex, Cartier and Vacheron Constantin, etc I absolutely approve this message!
Great suggestions for cheaper alternatives, I just want to add on as well that there’s a possible option to go vintage with a Santos Galbee for about half the price of a brand new modern Santos. Just be careful and well informed on the condition and buy from a reputable source.
Great video Tim. I've been a watch lover for a while (though not as knowledgeable as the true nerds) and its great to see your take on it. I see you hit all the main points as well. I personally would've gone with a JLC for a first luxury watch. That Santos is beautiful and that easy adjusting bracelet is a really amazing feature (though I'd be quite stressed about scratching the bezels) 😂
Great video on watches and especially on the Cartier Santos, truly an incredible piece. My absolute grail watch would be the cartier santos skeleton with the micro rotor (released in 2023) in monochromatic steel. I also really love the Omega Seamster collection, especially the Aquaterra with the small seconds.
I have a Seiko Presage Automatic, a Casio FW91 in matt black version and a Tissot PRX Quartz with a navy dial. My next watch is definitively going to be a either a Speedy or Santos. It looks beautiful on you, cheers mate!
Great overview. Appreciate your self deprecating humor! I, too, own the Santos de Cartier. Love it. Though I bought the large. And its depreciation is what it is. When we keep our watches, it doesn’t really matter what the secondary market is paying. Wear it in good health, my friend!
Congratulations on finding a great watch! I just bought my first luxury watch today as well (Seiko Presage Purple Sunset). You are so right that watches are meant to be worn. Scratches are normal and part of life, no matter what the watch price is. I really like the watch you went for! The industrial touches, the square shape, the roman numerals, really appealing. It surely would have been a contender for me if I could afford it. I hope you enjoy this for years to come!
AWESOME, Tim! Glad you made it to the watch world🙏🏻 Got the PRX already and love it. When I got 40, I’ll get myself an Omega Speedmaster ‘Moonwatch’ 💪🏻
Being a Rolex DateJust owner myself I think you made an excellent choice, I want a Cartier tank watch for my next watch. Also, I like the fact that you left the bloopers in this video. Keep up the good work and take care.
Great choice Tim! Somehow, it felt like you were going to steer with either Cartier or GS and well, your choice suits you beautifully! I recently and still am debating between a Speedmaster and/or a Grand Seiko 'Shunbun', the thing is, I too have a small wrist and I realise how well 36-38mm watches sit on my wrist. #smallwristgang
Honestly it depends, since some watches have well designed lugs, some 40mm watches can look humonguous and some other can fit perfectly. That being said, I have tried both on my wrist and both fit well. I don't like the reduced lol. @@memelord3348
Im turning 25 very soon, and I was hesitant in buying for myself a timepiece like a santos. I was looking at the market and found stuff that could be reasonable. Now when I told my father about the idea, he was strongly opposed to it, as this money could go into my savings for a property or other projects. Obviously it is the wiser choice than buying a watch, but your video definitely made me rethink the while situation 😅 absolutely loved it and congrats on the watch!
The Cartier Tank Must in stainless is next on my wishlist. I’ve had a Rolex datejust in stainless and 18k gold two tone oyster bracelet for many years and recently purchased a gorgeous Breitling chronomat for women. The Santos is beautiful. I love it for a guy. Thanks for sharing!
At first, I was thinking "oh great, another Santos video." But I have to say you explained your reasoning so well, it made me fall in love with the Santos all over again. I think you're going to get even more people into the Santos now!
It never ceases to amaze me how customers in the luxury market, act like the company is doing them a favour for selling them an item that costs less than 20% of the retail price. It's all such crap. The luxury market is all about false scarcity. But I'm happy for you Tim that you bought a beautiful watch.
Santos doesnt do anything to me but its good choice and I am happy that you did some solid research before the purchase. I went myself with SBGA465G its little smaller than Snowflake and I feel like its the most my 16,5cm wrist can handle to look decent. I daily that watch because no pure mechanical watch can beat its accuracy.
I am with you on this! I bought the Santos de Cartier (medium) two tone. It's great and I love the curve of the of the body and crystal which is brilliant. I wear mine with a Navy alligator strap in preference to the Bracelet....it's very classy - either way it hugs the wrist like an old friend and looks very refined . I like your Box! The red Cartier Box may be very traditional but I think your Rosewood Box looks fantastic. Incidentally I have a Grand Seiko SBGX261G with the black dial it is 37mm and is utterly wonderful too. It's Quartz and £2100 in the UK but don't let that put you off, the movement is hermetically sealed within the case and GS grow their own crystals. The steel Bracelet is very silky and because the lugs are 'below' the more slender case back it will curve around your more 'refined' wrist like a limpet. I actually prefer the GS clasp more than the Rolex which I have always found a little bulky. The Cartier Santos and the GS are not likely to appreciate in value - it's a fact. For must of us who like to fuss over these timepieces it really does not matter at all. Good luck with your channel.
Congratulations on the watch, don’t worry about the scratches, they’re gonna come no matter how much you try to avoid them. In fact, the only way to not get scratches is to not wear the watch at all. Also, don’t polish it neither, you polish, you scratch, you polish, you scratch.. it’s an unforgiving cycle, until u can’t polish anymore. Just enjoy it, it suits your style completely and looks good on you.
My favorite 2024 is the Prospex Limited Edition 1965 Recreation European Exclusive in Gradation Island Blue. The dial is stunning and the contrast when on a white strap is to die for. I will get my hands on one from MAMACOO
Love the Santos but I used to sell Cartier and you've gotta take into account the servicing cost. I'd say expect ~$1000 nowadays. I think a manual winding watch is a good way to go, because it will probably extend the interval, but I'm actually waiting for a solarbeat Santos to come out one day. TBF, I think my 2824 derived IWC is still like $500 and my Zenith is probably $800, but that's an in-house chronograph, so that's not _terrible_ or anything. (My Zenith is a comparably rare hand-wound 'El Primero', so hopefully the interval is a bit better).
Value retention is a consideration to make. But...when you pack in as much research into a watch that you clearly have, you have to ask yourself, if this watch is going to be a key piece in your collection (i.e one that means a lot to you), are you ever going to sell it? Is it an "investment watch" (I don't follow that path personally) or are you buying it for you and you alone? If you love it, you shouldn't worry overly about the resale value. Buy it for YOU. Great vid!
FINALLLLLLYYY a new video, i had been rewatching videos from 3 Years ago. No pressure but please upload more, content formation must be hard but like...
Little mistake on the "self-winding" vs "automatic" part. It was meant to be "manual winding".
Quality correction. In the moment easy to fumble the words. We know what you meant but respect the update. Cheers again.
The buzz looks great tho
i was about to correct that, but now i now you're just a fellow watch nerd XD
Bro, flex because you worked hard for it. Those who know will know it's a milestone piece that you can flex.
Great piece!!!!
Welcome to the Luxury Watch World my friend. As you probably know, this rabbit hole runs very deep. 🐰⌚🐰⌚
My first watch was a Grand Seiko Spring Drive. It’s a watch that I can stare at for minutes at a time throughout the day. My next goal is a Speedmaster Moonphase.
Impeccable choice the Cartier Santos was the first wrist watch and Cartier has an incredible history with timepieces and watches, not only a beautiful piece but also historically significant.
Brequet had the first wristwatch....
@@Bredes1false, Breguet had the first tourbillon. Cartier had the first wristwatch for MEN
@@perfolini lol, Brequet had the first wristwatch, does gender matter?
patek made the first mens wrist watch and breguet the first wrist watch
@@Sturnburn772 wtf is up with genders? A first wristwatch is a first wristwatch if its for a man or woman,jeezes
I found my dream watch while watching an episode of Magnum P.I. back when I was 11. I bought it off the shelf (hard to believe nowadays)when I turned 25. I’m 51 now, still have it, it is still my dream watch. It’s beat up, I wear it daily, gets it’s routine service, still looks amazing. I love watches, really want the Santos, but nothing can compare to what I have: Rolex GMT Master “Pepsi”. Always follow your dreams, there is no second guessing.
I thought you were going to say the Sea Quartz :)
You can go through the waiting list by slipping the dealer a $500-$700 "Tip". My friends and I discovered this on a whim. We figured that if we're already spending 7k on a watch, what's another 500 bucks as a service fee lmao. Great purchase, btw. The santos Dumont is one of my all time favorite models considering it's the first aviation watch (I'm a pilot by profession).
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I feel like the Cartier Santos matches the man you are now. Refined, slightly understated, and timeless. My first serious watches were the Tissot “Chemin de Tourelles” (midnight blue dial) and the Seiko Presage Raku (matcha green dial).
The Chemin De Tourelles is a great value for money! Good looking watch. I bought it from Jomashop for $200 for my brother’s birthday. It was his first automatic watch.
you have good taste that matcha dial is going near double retail for a used one. I'm sad I missed out on it
i just ordered a seiko presage SRPB43 white face with a black leather strap as my starter watch
The Santos is underrated!!!
Amazing video
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The Cartier Santos has a history as being the first pilot watch.
I remember when I got my Black Bay Ceramic. It’s a great piece.
I was thinking about buying the Santos medium for a year or so and never pulled the trigger. But after watching your video I felt it like a sign so it might be my own-holiday gift this year. I loved how you explained this beautiful time piece :D thank you Tim!
Impressed with Tim's insight...most watch newbies have no idea about the wrist-to-watch size ratio, polishing drawbacks, etc.
Must say I've never ever considered Cartier but i do love this watch, perfect balance between a dress watch and an everyday wear.
Tim if you're getting into watches I think you'd love the Omega Constellation. Omega in general are my favourite watches Quality/ price ratio is one of the best.
got my 39mm with the white dial on the 3-link "Bader" bracelet watch on AMZWATCH 3 weeks ago and am loving it to pieces. Absolute fantastic watch that wears super comfortable on my 6.75 inch wrist. Chose the 3-link over the 5-link bracelet for the toolless quick adjustment. Way more comfortable than my Longines Hydroconquest 41 mm.
Excellent choice! I was on the waitlist for a Rolex OP 36 since 2022 and given up on that. I have a Cartier tank on an alligator strap and I think I’ll stick with Cartier. They don’t get enough credit because people will see it as a jewelry company, but they have an undeniable heritage and a design perspective that is uniquely, Cartier.
How do you go on Rolex wait list ?
I bought a watch from amzwatch lightly used for my last milestone birthday. Don't wear it as much as it deserves, but not afraid to, either. It's stunning . Good taste, Sir.
I love the Cartier Santos, such a classy and timeless design. Sadly it looked terrible on my wrist so I ended up going with an equally-beautiful Omega Aqua Terra 15,000 Gauss. But it suits you just perfectly!
The Santos medium was always my first choice. Got it and never looked back. Elegant and sporty at the same time. Perfect watch for any occasion.
Your journey is similar to mine. I started with Rolex, then discovered Grand Seiko, which are beautiful watches, but just too big for my wrist. Then the Santos caught my eye. I have yet to make that purchase as life has gotten in the way, so I have not had the time, but I intend to at some point. On a sidenote, I did pick up a datejust from 1966 and I wear it with a brown leather strap. I love that look because it’s very understated as I bought that (specific year) Rolex more for me, to feel good about wearing it,than for people to notice what I’m wearing. The Santos is a very good looking watch and it definitely works on you and your style. I thought it was great that you gave people other options for a similar look at a less expensive price point. Thanks for a great video!
look into a grand seiko elegance collection particularly sbgw231 or similar series they are 37mm and impeccably finished with great in house mechanical movement!
I've recently began my obsession as a watch collector. And i must say- out of all the luxury brands I've been researching, for me the AMZWATCH's watches are the most intriguing.
As a watch enthusiast and watch reviewer, who's owned and reviewed the Cartier Santos, I can say that this was a great choice.
Enjoyed your video!
hey, are there any other recommendations you can give for a great choice for a first time luxury watch?
@@KG-er4zw What's your budget?
A Tissot prx would be a great sub thousand dollar option. The Christopher Ward would be an awesome choice for around 1500, and something like a Nomos might work around 2-2.5k
@SaurabhPethe is right, it depends on your budget. It also depends if this would be your only watch and your lifestyle. Longines are going through a great phase at the moment and the Nomos Club Sports are fantastic. Oris are good too, and if you’re ok buying a watch from a new manufacturer (know as micro brands), then it’s worth looking at Farer and Mido. If you want just one watch forever and can afford it, you can’t go far wrong with an Omega Aqua Terra.
Thanks for that review! Just bought my first *amzwatch* watch a week ago and now I'm definitely gonna buy atleast one more.
the datejust is beautiful but honestly - everyone has one. The Cartier is one of the most beautiful watches ever made, and the overall design of it is just so much more interesting. I'm picking up my cartier santos tomorrow morning funnily enough!
Love AMZWATCH watch, Such a great looking watch to match with the precisionist movement.
Congrats for getting a magnificent piece of art Tim, really happy for you. Now that you are interested in the watch world just make sure to understand one thing. Don’t buy watches thinking about the profit you can make out of them after a period of time, buy watches because you appreciate the craftsmanship, heritage, brand, movement etc. plus make sure that they represent something important for you. Don’t be like the rest flexing about how much they made unless you are a watch dealer which I also respect. Just make sure to know why you are getting into the world of watches!
I used to be strong advocate of buy what you like and not what makes financial sence. While i still agree to that statement and i extend it by saying, when you buy something, wear it and enjoy it, dont keep it in a safe, i ve also matured and realise, value retention should also be a huge consideration factor. While all us watch enthusiast would love to buy all the watches we love and keep them forever, thats not how it works. Most of us, while financialy healthy enough to be able to afford a couple of good watches, we cant really affort to loose a tone of money on such an unimportant object. Im not saying you should buy watches to flip them, but knowing that your purchase will only result in loosing in loosing a few hundret bucks if not anything, is nice level of security and for some people, the only chance of owning a nice watch.
I bought my must de Cartier years ago when on a cruise. I still love it. Congratulations Tim on your beautiful new watch.
as a massive watch nerd, I loved this one. Great choice Tim!
Same thing happened with me regarding Rolex. I was just ready to buy my first Rolex, an Explorer II and AD came with this waitlist thing. Forget about it. So I bought a Cartier Santos and I’m pretty happy with it. Very versatile and noticeable watch. One of my 2 last names is Santos too. Thank you for sharing.
Great choice for your first luxury watch! Cartier Santos is absolutely classic!
My first luxury watch is Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch. Great history, great design, great movement…, you name it!
Tim,
Thank you for choosing to save up for a luxury watch, especially the Cartier Santos, an impeccably stylish piece. Fitting for a man whose fashion sense is just as impeccable.
You are the first of the "style-influencer RUclipsrs" who has finally bridged the gap between the watch fans and fashion fans. There has been a slight divide between these two groups for various reasons that I do not need to get into. I think your making this video will hopefully bring more people across both aisles into an elevated understanding of fashion and style.
One thing I love about your choice is that you deliberately looked into a watch that matches your look and your style. So often you find that watch fans will go out and buy a watch that does correlate well with what they wear daily. You however made a correct decision in picking a watch that goes well with what you wear and you have made an investment by purchasing a luxury watch.
This is what truly marks the difference between "wearing" and "styling" your watch, which you have achieved the latter so graciously. Hopefully, you will not be the last of fashion influencers to do this, I look forward to what everyone else in the fashion world brings to the table.
P.S. I also love that you took the time to explain the watch's history, mechanics, and value. So often I think the issue for people is they cannot justify the price for "just a watch," the reality is that they are buying more than just something that tells time. They are buying a piece of history and that is something that they can pass on to their future generations.
@shahjahonsaidmurodov2086 I'm not sure if this is what he meant, but there has recently been a surge in "fashion watches." They're very low quality watches that are undeniably good looking watches, but have very low quality other than looks. Cheap quartz movements, bad quality control, and their extreme social media influence. Watches like MVMT, Daniel Wellington, etc are watch brands that all claim to be excellent watches at affordable prices. They're not. They're cheap $50 watches being sold for $300 because they pay celebrities to advertise it for them. They use terns like "revolutionizing the industry" and "cutting out the middleman." If you're every shopping for a watch and see those terms, run because chances are they're very low quality watches that are being sold for way more than they're worth.
I love your evolution as a watch wearer. I remember commenting on one of your videos a couple of years ago about watches you liked to wear and you responded saying you were all into just the design and not the movements. Your pick is awesome. Cartier is just so cool. I wear a Cartier Tank too and love how it can be classy, classic and sporty at the same time.
Been watching your videos for a while now and was inspired to start a collection. Started with the MAMACOO, its specs for price and clean looks, now am looking for a dress watch to add.
Self-winding is automatic, i think you meant manual vs automatic. Love the vid and awesome pick, love the. WSSA0029 myself
I've noticed this detail too 😉
Honestly never thought too much about a nice watch but maybe now I'll put more time into my next purchase. Thank you @Tim Dessaint for this video!! On a (slightly) unrelated note, have you ever thought about getting into fragrances? It's a deep dive worth taking for any fashion enthusiast imo.
BTW the content from you about watches is as good If not better than some from watch-only channels ^^ As a watch enthusiast I need to say, good job
The secret cartier signature on the watch face blew my mind. My partner and I immediately paused and looked for it on her watch and there it was on the X Roman numeral. What an insane detail!!
Knowing about Nico And still thinking about paying more than a grand for a Seiko, u have some Tim! On a serious note, great pickup, such a great classic!
Two different watches like he said
Nico himself would recommend the Grand Seiko.
@@RejectHumanityReturn2Monkehe violated grand seiko in his recent vid lol
Great choice. I bought my medium Santos 2 years ago, and I have loved it. It has been my daily watch since then.
Congratulations man! Nice to see you reaping the benefits of your hard work! Can’t wait to own one too!
Hi, just a heads up that the power reserve of the movement in your watch is actually quoted at 40 hours :)
Awesome video buddy. My very first watch was a Santos 20 yrs ago. It now looks a bit small but I won’t upgrade due its sentimental value. It’s in mint condition. Then in the middle of Covid I was able I get a Rolex Submariner no date. I wear it everyday and absolutely love it. I’m set for life !
As a Brazilian I just died when he translated Saints to Santos as "Spanish" considering that Santos Dumont was a Brazilian and we speak Portuguese 😢😢
eu fiquei em análise kkkkkkkkkkkkkkk
Santos in spanish literally means Saints, while in portuguese would be something like sacred (saints=sagrado) so i think the link is accurate. In regards of surname both spanish and portuguese have the origen from this surname, so while Santos Durmont was Brazilian and the surname came from his mother, the actual origin of the surname isnt brazilian.
Outstanding video.I have to go with the AMZWATCH, especially with that green dial as my favorite
Not sure if i would consider you a watch newbie, you really do seem to know your stuff! And as a watch/style nerd with watches from Casio’s, G-Shocks and Seiko to Rolex, Cartier and Vacheron Constantin, etc I absolutely approve this message!
I used to be a collector, but I liquidated my collection to venture into real estate. In January, I acquired homes in Malibu for $34 million, and the returns on investment far exceed what I earned as a collector. Great video glad I found this channel.
Great choice. I bought my medium Santos 2 years ago, and I have loved it. It has been my daily watch since then.
How did you grow your portfolio to $45m, I'm impressed, I have a lump sum in the bank, the rates are not impressive so I'm moving it, whats your cash flow like?
I have a financial advisor (trader) she grows my liquid assets and I reinvest the weekly payouts back into real estate and long-term ETFs.
Great move, please can you share her with me, or maybe her name so I could search for her online, thanks
Cathy Jemar Carlone look her up.
Great choice!! SO many are fed up with the Rolex AD games and nonsense.
Congrats on your new Cartier, it's a beautiful piece and fits well with your style! It's nice to see that you're actually wearing and enjoying it. Don't worry about scratching it!
Congratulations on the watch! I’ve owned a Datejust and now a Cartier tank. The santos midsize is a fantastic choice!
You couldn’t go for a better one, the most stylish watch out there, with one of the best histories, my grail watch since forever
Just the adjustable bracelet itself is a HUGE selling feature. I also agree about the easily scratched bezel but thank god for polishing. I love adding hsitory with watch reviews. Great Video!!!
I like you’re review of this watch. I am not a watch guy, so when I look up videos about watches most of the ones I see are watch “hype beasts” only talking about what watches are hyped up right now. But I don’t care about the hype, I care about style and features. I have seen videos about the Cartier Santos before but no one I watched mentioned the links and spring loaded bar. That is such a cool feature that others have looked over. Great video, thanks for sharing!
Not sure if i would consider you a watch newbie, you really do seem to know your stuff!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 And as a watch/style nerd with watches from Casio’s, G-Shocks and Seiko to Rolex, Cartier and Vacheron Constantin, etc I absolutely approve this message!
Great suggestions for cheaper alternatives, I just want to add on as well that there’s a possible option to go vintage with a Santos Galbee for about half the price of a brand new modern Santos. Just be careful and well informed on the condition and buy from a reputable source.
Definitely still a newbie.
Picked up a Santos myself. Present once I sold my unit. Best watch
Rolex are a bunch of muppets and annoying
Great video Tim. I've been a watch lover for a while (though not as knowledgeable as the true nerds) and its great to see your take on it. I see you hit all the main points as well. I personally would've gone with a JLC for a first luxury watch. That Santos is beautiful and that easy adjusting bracelet is a really amazing feature (though I'd be quite stressed about scratching the bezels) 😂
I love watching your videos and MAMACOO to keep myself updated on the world of watches
Great video on watches and especially on the Cartier Santos, truly an incredible piece. My absolute grail watch would be the cartier santos skeleton with the micro rotor (released in 2023) in monochromatic steel. I also really love the Omega Seamster collection, especially the Aquaterra with the small seconds.
I have a Seiko Presage Automatic, a Casio FW91 in matt black version and a Tissot PRX Quartz with a navy dial. My next watch is definitively going to be a either a Speedy or Santos. It looks beautiful on you, cheers mate!
It's pretty evident you are a rookie in the watch industry. Santos is a wonderful choice, btw.
I sure am! Thank you :)
Sorry du model
Great overview. Appreciate your self deprecating humor! I, too, own the Santos de Cartier. Love it. Though I bought the large. And its depreciation is what it is. When we keep our watches, it doesn’t really matter what the secondary market is paying. Wear it in good health, my friend!
Flexing 💪🏻✨
So happy for him
Congratulations on finding a great watch! I just bought my first luxury watch today as well (Seiko Presage Purple Sunset). You are so right that watches are meant to be worn. Scratches are normal and part of life, no matter what the watch price is. I really like the watch you went for! The industrial touches, the square shape, the roman numerals, really appealing. It surely would have been a contender for me if I could afford it. I hope you enjoy this for years to come!
AWESOME, Tim! Glad you made it to the watch world🙏🏻
Got the PRX already and love it.
When I got 40, I’ll get myself an Omega Speedmaster ‘Moonwatch’ 💪🏻
the GS snowflake with 40mm dial is perfect for your hand bro
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Being a Rolex DateJust owner myself I think you made an excellent choice, I want a Cartier tank watch for my next watch. Also, I like the fact that you left the bloopers in this video. Keep up the good work and take care.
This is not "Spanish = Santos". Santos is from Brazil. It is a portuguese name. His name is SANTOS Dumond and he was a airplane pilot, the first one.
North americans only know english or spanish, dont know the rest of the world 😂
Absolute classic. Right size, right color. Iconic.
SANTOS is not Spanish, it's Portuguese, as Alberto Santos-Dumont was Brazilian
Nope, Alberto Santos Dummont was brazilian, not portuguese.
@@JoseRoberto-mr1bf Seems that English is far from your first language. Read again what I wrote 😅
Congrats, brother - just got one for myself as a birthday gift, and I absolutely love it even more after owning it. Wear it in the best of health!
The title isnt as good as the video
Seems like the title worked well, but what would you put at the title?
@@jacobomre3304was wondering the same thing
@@jacobomre3304why I chose a Cartier over a Rolex for bait
Tim bought a watch and now this is a expert watch channel 😂😂😂
Great choice Tim! Somehow, it felt like you were going to steer with either Cartier or GS and well, your choice suits you beautifully!
I recently and still am debating between a Speedmaster and/or a Grand Seiko 'Shunbun', the thing is, I too have a small wrist and I realise how well 36-38mm watches sit on my wrist. #smallwristgang
The og speedy would probably look like a clock if you got a small wrist. Definitely look at the Reduced Speedmaster tho
Honestly it depends, since some watches have well designed lugs, some 40mm watches can look humonguous and some other can fit perfectly.
That being said, I have tried both on my wrist and both fit well. I don't like the reduced lol. @@memelord3348
Im turning 25 very soon, and I was hesitant in buying for myself a timepiece like a santos. I was looking at the market and found stuff that could be reasonable. Now when I told my father about the idea, he was strongly opposed to it, as this money could go into my savings for a property or other projects. Obviously it is the wiser choice than buying a watch, but your video definitely made me rethink the while situation 😅 absolutely loved it and congrats on the watch!
It's not a flex, you're trying to do a tax write-off haha
THIS IS THE BEST WATCH YOU COULDVE BOUGHT(no cap).
Great choice, I also have it. well done sir!
Santos in this case is a portuguese word not Spanish 😅
Names are not words. The argument can be made he was named Santos because of the words definition...
The Cartier Tank Must in stainless is next on my wishlist. I’ve had a Rolex datejust in stainless and 18k gold two tone oyster bracelet for many years and recently purchased a gorgeous Breitling chronomat for women. The Santos is beautiful. I love it for a guy. Thanks for sharing!
What a beauty!
At first, I was thinking "oh great, another Santos video." But I have to say you explained your reasoning so well, it made me fall in love with the Santos all over again. I think you're going to get even more people into the Santos now!
It never ceases to amaze me how customers in the luxury market, act like the company is doing them a favour for selling them an item that costs less than 20% of the retail price. It's all such crap. The luxury market is all about false scarcity. But I'm happy for you Tim that you bought a beautiful watch.
Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the amzwatch’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.
amzwatch has set a new standard for replica watches. Their craftsmanship is impeccable. Its hard to tell the difference from the originals
My favorite watch channel without a doubt.I’m happy to spend my money on MAMACOO watches. I’ve never been let down by their products
Love your channel with so many stellar watches! For me the MAMACOO’ watch is my favorite. Keep the videos coming. Thanks.
Santos doesnt do anything to me but its good choice and I am happy that you did some solid research before the purchase. I went myself with SBGA465G its little smaller than Snowflake and I feel like its the most my 16,5cm wrist can handle to look decent. I daily that watch because no pure mechanical watch can beat its accuracy.
Thanks for the suggestion brother. I got the Santos Cartier master clone in just $80 bucks. It really looks amazing.
I have one too! Great unisex option imo, I especially like it on a leather strap. My dream watch is probably the Rendezvous Night and Day in Rose Gold
Ive wanted a santos forever and after watching your video i might pull the trigger...thanks for encouraging me!!
Beautiful ! My next watch for my collection. Cartier Santos Medium: the perfect watch
The Cartier is perfect for you, Tim. Ideally, I'd be happy with an oyster perpetual or a luminor. Realistically, I am saving up for a Tsuyosa.
With your style, a Santos is chefs kiss for sure. Nice choice!
I have been a fan of the Tank watch for years. However, I will now consider purchasing the Santos. Excellent video!
I am with you on this! I bought the Santos de Cartier (medium) two tone. It's great and I love the curve of the of the body and crystal which is brilliant.
I wear mine with a Navy alligator strap in preference to the Bracelet....it's very classy - either way it hugs the wrist like an old friend and looks very refined .
I like your Box! The red Cartier Box may be very traditional but I think your Rosewood Box looks fantastic.
Incidentally I have a Grand Seiko SBGX261G with the black dial it is 37mm and is utterly wonderful too. It's Quartz and £2100 in the UK but don't let that put you off, the movement is hermetically sealed within the case and GS grow their own crystals.
The steel Bracelet is very silky and because the lugs are 'below' the more slender case back it will curve around your more 'refined' wrist like a limpet. I actually prefer the GS clasp more than the Rolex which I have always found a little bulky.
The Cartier Santos and the GS are not likely to appreciate in value - it's a fact. For must of us who like to fuss over these timepieces it really does not matter at all. Good luck with your channel.
Congratulations. Fabulous watch. I was in a similar dilemma myself and went for the Grand Seiko. No regrets.
Congratulations on the watch, don’t worry about the scratches, they’re gonna come no matter how much you try to avoid them. In fact, the only way to not get scratches is to not wear the watch at all. Also, don’t polish it neither, you polish, you scratch, you polish, you scratch.. it’s an unforgiving cycle, until u can’t polish anymore. Just enjoy it, it suits your style completely and looks good on you.
Watches are so delicate and intricately designed, so I have intense respect and admiration for MAMACOO watch makers
Got myself, as my first luxury watch, the classic Omega Speedmaster professional Sapphire Sandwich. But Cartier Santos is definitely on my wish list 😊
My favorite 2024 is the Prospex Limited Edition 1965 Recreation European Exclusive in Gradation Island Blue. The dial is stunning and the contrast when on a white strap is to die for. I will get my hands on one from MAMACOO
Love the Santos but I used to sell Cartier and you've gotta take into account the servicing cost. I'd say expect ~$1000 nowadays. I think a manual winding watch is a good way to go, because it will probably extend the interval, but I'm actually waiting for a solarbeat Santos to come out one day.
TBF, I think my 2824 derived IWC is still like $500 and my Zenith is probably $800, but that's an in-house chronograph, so that's not _terrible_ or anything. (My Zenith is a comparably rare hand-wound 'El Primero', so hopefully the interval is a bit better).
I am french and your french accent is perfect ! Loveit
Value retention is a consideration to make. But...when you pack in as much research into a watch that you clearly have, you have to ask yourself, if this watch is going to be a key piece in your collection (i.e one that means a lot to you), are you ever going to sell it? Is it an "investment watch" (I don't follow that path personally) or are you buying it for you and you alone? If you love it, you shouldn't worry overly about the resale value. Buy it for YOU. Great vid!
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