Encyclopedia / Cartier / Santos-Dumont
Current deal · verified Oct 19, 2026, 10:23 PM ET
$5,200 List $5,250
Save $50 (1%) · new · Jomashop
Ref. WSSA0085 · In stock (per Jomashop)
Brand new from Jomashop, a grey-market (non-authorized) dealer, so expect the store's warranty (Jomashop lists '2 Year Jomashop Warranty') rather than the brand's. Also checked: WatchMaxx $5,463 (10:29 PM ET). 'List' is the retail figure the dealer displays; I could not confirm it on the brand's own US site. Prices change fast; check the store before you buy.
Price comparison: fixed-price listings
| Store | Condition | Box & papers | Asking price | Link | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrono24 marketplace seller | unworn | Not stated | $4,975 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| Jomashop | new | Yes* | $5,200 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
| WatchMaxx | new | Yes* | $5,463 | View | Oct 19, 2026 |
Fixed-price (buy-now) asking prices in USD for ref. WSSA0085, cheapest new and cheapest pre-owned with box and papers per store, sorted low to high and checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Buy-now listings only. Pre-owned listings are shown only when the listing states box and papers. * New from a grey-market dealer: comes boxed, but the warranty card may be the dealer's rather than the brand's. Chrono24 rows are individual third-party marketplace sellers. Prices change fast; confirm with the store.
What it really costs
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| List price per Jomashop | $5,250 | jomashop.com |
| New at Jomashop | $5,200 | Jomashop |
| New at WatchMaxx | $5,463 | WatchMaxx |
All prices in USD, checked Oct 19, 2026 (ET). Pre-owned ranges are the middle 80% of asking prices on the first Chrono24 results page for that ref (about 60 listings, used and some unworn), fixed-price listings only. Grey-market = brand-new from a non-authorized dealer.
Buying guide
Key references
| Ref. | What it is | US retail |
|---|---|---|
| WSSA0085 | Santos-Dumont Large Model Quartz Men's Watch | $5,250 |
Which one I'd pick
Quartz: WSSA0085 is quartz, per Jomashop. Hand-wound versions (e.g. W2SA0017, XL) cost about twice as much.
What to check before you buy
- Warranty: grey-market new watches usually carry the dealer's warranty, not the brand's. Ask which one you get and whether the brand's warranty card is included.
- Exact reference: dial colour, size and strap change the price. Match the full ref (WSSA0085) before comparing deals.
- Fakes and red flags: be wary of prices far below the ranges above, stock photos only, or sellers who won't show the caseback, serial and papers.
Alternatives worth a look
- Cartier Santos de Cartier: The sporty Santos. (35.1 x 41.9 mm steel (medium), Calibre 1847 MC, retail $8,400 (WSSA0029, medium, steel, Cartier US))
- Cartier Tank Must: Cartier's entry Tank. (33.7 x 25.5 mm steel (large), High-autonomy quartz, retail $4,400 (CRWSTA0106, large, steel bracelet, Cartier US); WSTA0041 no longer listed)
- Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Small Seconds: The other rectangular icon. (45.6 x 27.4 mm stainless steel, Calibre 822/2, retail $12,000)
History
Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier.
In 1904 the Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont told his friend Louis Cartier that pocket watches were impractical while flying; Cartier designed a flat wristwatch with a square bezel for him, and the 'Santos' became Cartier's first men's wristwatch.
The WSSA0085 checked here is the Santos-Dumont Large Model with a quartz movement, per Jomashop.
Specifications
| Brand | Cartier |
|---|---|
| Model | Santos-Dumont |
| Key references | WSSA0085 |
| Launch year | 1904 |
| Case | 43.5 mm x 31.4 mm Stainless Steel |
| Thickness | 7.3 mm |
| Crystal | Scratch Resistant Sapphire |
| Caseback | Solid |
| Bezel | Fixed |
| Bezel material | Stainless Steel |
| Dial | Silver Sunray |
| Strap/bracelet | Alligator Leather |
| Functions | Hour, Minute |
| Movement | Quartz (per Jomashop) |
| Power reserve | Not confirmed |
| Water resistance | 30 m |
| Approx. US retail (Oct 2026) | $5,250 (list price per Jomashop) |
Specs from the retailer (Jomashop/WatchMaxx) or brand product page linked above for the main reference; see our research notes for which. Retail prices are list prices, not market value, and change often.
Highlights
- Large Model case
- Quartz movement
- Thin, square case
FAQ
How much is the Cartier Santos-Dumont?
List price per Jomashop: $5,250. New, the best verified price was $5,200 at Jomashop (checked Oct 19, 2026, 10:23 PM ET).
What movement does the Santos-Dumont use?
The WSSA0085 checked here uses the Quartz (per Jomashop).
How big is the Santos-Dumont?
43.5 mm x 31.4 mm Stainless Steel, 7.3 mm thick.
Is the Santos-Dumont water resistant?
Yes, it's rated to 30 m.
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