THE ESSENTIALS

MAKE: CARTIER
MODEL: 2961
YEAR: 1979
BOX/PAPERS: NO/NO
CASE DIAMETER: 29x41mm
CASE MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
BRACELET MATERIAL: STAINLESS STEEL
MOVEMENT: AUTOMATIC 

The Santos Carrèe is one of Cartier's most iconic designs, first introduced in 1978 as part of the new Santos de Cartier range, this was Cartiers attempt at a sportier range inspired by the Genta designs of the time. This model donned a newly designed integrated bracelet for the very first time.

This is believed to be the rarest configuration of the 2961, known as the Ghost Dial. The stunning Cartier typography in gold is the only print present on the brushed grey dial, it's a real head turner.

The watch is in great condition, we have been fortunate to have several of these over the last few years, this one has a near perfect original swiss only signed dial. No marks visible to the eye, just one small white mark in the top left corner. The case and gold bezel are crisp showing minimal polishing. The bracelet is fully linked and will accommodate an 19cm wrist. 

The movement has been serviced in the last few months and is running superbly at +4 s/d, 260 amps with a beat error of 0.3.

The ghost dial Santos is one of the most sought after Cartiers in the world at present, with around 2000 examples in grey known, of which with this typography and brushing, the exact number is still a mystery. Expect these to continue to increase in popularity as more and more people are finding these vintage delights.