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The legendary Cartier Santos set the template for every wristwatch that followed after its release in 1904. And, it’s still every bit as relevant as it was over a hundred years ago. Before the introduction of the Cartier Santos, it was common for men to wear rather clunky pocket watches. The Santos was pioneering for completely reimagining the way we interact with our timepieces, but also because it introduced a revolutionary aesthetic. The pocket watches that preceded it, and many wrist watches that followed it, were round with fluid details. The Santos, in contrast, has a strong and utilitarian look, with a square case and visible screws on the bezel. The Santos has remained a staple in Cartier’s collection ever since its introduction more than a century ago. Over time, its boxy looks were toned down a bit, with the case acquiring slightly curvier lugs, and the iconic integrated Santos bracelet was introduced in the late 1970s. This midsize reference 119901 dates back to the mid-1990s and is executed in a 29 mm stainless steel case with an 18k yellow gold screwed bezel and matching two-tone Santos bracelet. The classic ivory dial features Cartier’s well-known painted black Roman numerals and blued sword hands. At the 6 o’clock position we find a charming aperture that displays the phases of the moon through a lovely blue and gold-coloured disc. This Santos also incorporates a date function, which is displayed by a blued crescent-shaped hand that ticks along a date track. All these blue details of course match the blue sapphire cabochon that traditionally tops the crown The watch is powered by a handy quartz movement and comes with the original box and booklets.