Cartier Santos Galbee

If you have followed me and Steel City Vintage Watches closely for the past couple of years you have noticed that I have developed a strong proclivity towards Cartier .  More specifically towards the first generation Cartier Santos - the "Carree"  In French Carree means square. Very fitting given the watches shape and sharp edges. But I know, as with as with most things in life and especially with vintage watches, that first generation Santos is not for everyone. Today we're pleased to offer you Cartier's second iteration of the Santos line. The "Galbee"  which in French means round.  Its softer edges and more contoured case sits on the wrist better and is without a doubt a closer cousin to Cartier's modern Santos offerings. To top this one off it comes with the original certificates, pamphlets and informationals that would have been offered with the watch at the time of its original purchase in the 1990s.

ABOUT THIS WATCH: 

MANUFACTURER: Cartier

MODEL: Santos "Galbee"

REFERENCE: 9879

SERIAL: 9879xxxxxxx

YEAR: 1990s

DIAL: The original, Ivory dial is in good shape. The dial presents with some very faint burgundy patina near the center most portion of the dial. It features a blue Roman numeral dial and matching railroad track. The watch is complete by its original blue steel sword hands.

CASE: The 29mm x 41mm stainless steel case is is in good shape. It is a very strong case with original factory bevels still to be appreciated throughout and strong crown guards. The cases original brushed finishing can be appreciated as evidenced by photographs. The watches case is completed by its original blue cabochon crown.

MOVEMENT: Quartz movement keeping wonderful time as you'd expect. 

BRACELET: On its original bracelet which fits up to a 7.25 inch wrist. 

ACCESSORIES: None. 

BOX/PAPERS: Watch only. 

WARRANTY: None.

BANK WIRE PRICE: $2,799 shipped.