Cartier Santos-Dumont Large Model Yellow GoldvsKnot Watches SQ-32MSVOW

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Cartier Santos-Dumont Large Model Yellow Gold at true scale

Santos-Dumont Large Model Yellow Gold

Knot Watches SQ-32MSVOW at true scale

SQ-32MSVOW

Diameter

31.4mm

32mm

Thickness

n/a

6mm

Water Resistance

30m

30m

MSRP

$7,350

$118

lowest

Movement

Quartz

Miyota 1L45

Case

6 specs
Diameter
31.4mm
32mm
Thickness
n/a
6mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
n/a
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
Yellow Gold
316L Stainless Steel
Finish
Yellow Gold
n/a

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
Crystal
Sapphire
n/a
Dial Color
n/a
Off White

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Miyota 1L45
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$7,350
$118
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Reviews

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Cartier Santos-Dumont Large Model Yellow Gold

Owners widely appreciate the Cartier Santos-Dumont Large Model Yellow Gold, with one calling its combination of yellow gold and dial design awesome and another highly recommending the quartz movement, finding it irrelevant due to the lack of a seconds hand and solid case back. The large model wears similarly to the medium, with a slightly longer lug-to-lug distance. However, the yellow gold bezel scratches easily, and some find the watch too dressy for everyday wear, questioning its value as a $3,500 quartz model with 30m water resistance. On balance, owners and reviewers appreciate the Cartier Santos-Dumont Large Model Yellow Gold for its striking design, though concerns exist regarding bezel durability and perceived value.

Knot Watches SQ-32MSVOW

Knot Watches SQ-32MSVOW owners widely praise its impressive build quality and attention to detail, with many finding it offers excellent finishing and value for its price point, comparable to higher-end Seiko models. The watch is noted for being surprisingly light and comfortable, with a soft leather strap that enhances wearability for both casual and formal occasions. One owner specifically highlights the classy appeal of a red dial with gold flecks. However, some community members have expressed concerns about potential quality issues such as misaligned hands on other Knot watches, and one owner found the engraving to be a waste of money with a poorly made strap. Overall, owners rate the Knot Watches SQ-32MSVOW highly for its surprising lightness and impressive build quality at its price point.

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