Cartier Santos-Dumont Large Model Yellow GoldvsRiley Watch Co Deco Moon

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Measurements
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Santos-Dumont Large Model Yellow Gold

Deco Moon
Diameter
31.4mm
36.5mm
Thickness
n/a
9.6mm
Water Resistance
30m
50m
highest
MSRP
$7,350
$441
lowest
Movement
Quartz
Ronda 708
Case
7 specsMovement
2 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
Owners widely praise the Riley Watch Co Deco Moon's classic, clean look, smooth hands, and comfortable 36.5mm size, with many finding it good value for the price. One owner notes the lume is decent, while another states the watches break easily, and most agree the strap should be replaced for better quality. The consensus is that owners rate the Riley Watch Co Deco Moon highly for its classic aesthetic and comfortable wearability at the price.
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