Cartier Santos de Cartier Medium ModelvsMakina Andras_I Black

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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 de Cartier Medium Model at true scale

Santos de Cartier Medium Model

Makina Andras_I Black at true scale

Andras_I Black

Diameter

35.1mm

33mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

44mm

Thickness

n/a

10.5mm

Water Resistance

100m

highest

50m

MSRP

$8,400

$725

lowest

Movement

Cartier 1847 MC

Sellita SW260-1

Case

6 specs
Diameter
35.1mm
33mm
Thickness
n/a
10.5mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
44mm
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Finish
Stainless Steel
n/a
Water Resistance
100m
50m

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
n/a
n/a

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Cartier 1847 MC
Sellita SW260-1
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$8,400
$725
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Cartier Santos de Cartier Medium Model

Owners widely praise the Cartier Santos de Cartier Medium Model for its optimal medium size, fitting comfortably on wrists between 15.5 cm and 17 cm, and its appealing blue sunburst dial. Reviewers highlight its magical design, exceptional ergonomics, and slim 8.82mm thickness, making it a versatile "elegant-tough" timepiece with a comfortable bracelet and 100m water resistance. Some owners desire a screw-down crown and more lume, and one owner reports a less-than-great ownership experience. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Cartier Santos de Cartier Medium Model highly for its versatile design and comfortable wearability.

Makina Andras_I Black

The MAKINA ANDRAS_I Black is widely praised for its unique, attractive rectangular case, exceptional case finishing with harsh bevels and slopes, and comfortable 33mm wearability. Reviewers note its multi-tiered dial design, sharp alpha hands, and the reliable Sellita SW260-1 automatic movement, with one review calling it Makina's best design to date. The brand originates from the Philippines and the watch is considered striking and unique. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the MAKINA ANDRAS_I Black highly for its striking design and exceptional case finishing at its price point.