Cartier Santos de Cartier Large Model Yellow GoldvsHublot Square Bang Unico Sapphire 42mm


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Santos de Cartier Large Model Yellow Gold

Square Bang Unico Sapphire 42mm
Diameter
39.8mm
42mm
Water Resistance
100m
highest
50m
Power Reserve
n/a
72h
MSRP
$18,300
lowest
$26,400
Movement
Cartier 1904-PS MC
Hublot HUB1280
Case
5 specsCrystal & Dial
1 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsWhat people say
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Owners widely praise the Cartier Santos de Cartier Large Model Yellow Gold for its perfect design, versatility with strap options, and timeless elegance, with some finding the yellow gold a perfect match for Cartier. However, some owners find the full yellow gold conspicuous and potentially unsuited for everyday wear due to its extravagance and tendency to scratch easily. The butterfly clasp is described as fussy by one owner and simpler than previous models by another, while some prefer the medium size for comfort and proportions on smaller wrists. One owner reported intermittent stopping of the watch while worn. The Cartier Santos de Cartier Large Model Yellow Gold is praised for its well-designed bracelet with a heavy brushed finish contrasting polished elements and a classic dial. Overall, owners rate the Cartier Santos de Cartier Large Model Yellow Gold highly for its design and versatility, though practicality and wearability are points of discussion.
Owners widely praise the Hublot Square Bang Unico Sapphire 42mm for its strong "wow effect" and bi-color black ceramic and titanium design, with some appreciating the innovative materials and in-house Unico movement's smooth chronograph operation. However, community members and reviewers note criticism regarding Hublot's historical use of off-the-shelf movements and suggest the brand overcharges, with one reviewer finding the finishing of the HUB1280 movement disappointing against the watch's opulent decoration. The 42mm case is described as comfortable and ergonomically designed, though legibility could be better and some owners wish for more distinct dial designs. One owner noted a slightly misaligned 6 o'clock marker and a missing case back screw. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hublot Square Bang Unico Sapphire 42mm highly for its striking design and comfortable wearability, despite some reservations about movement finishing and perceived value.
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