Cartier Santos‑Dumont Skeleton Micro‑Rotor WHSA0032

Brand: Cartier
Collection: Santos‑Dumont
Reference: WHSA0032
Model Name: Santos‑Dumont Skeleton Micro‑Rotor
Year Introduced: 2023
Production: Regular Production

Case

• Material: Stainless steel
• Dimensions: 31 × 43.5 mm (large model)
• Thickness: ~8 mm
• Shape: Square Santos‑Dumont case
• Crystal: Sapphire
• Caseback: Sapphire crystal (exhibition back)
• Water Resistance: 30 meters / 3 bar

Dial

• Type: Skeleton / openworked
• Color: Skeleton with bridges covered in grey lacquer
• Design: Roman numeral bridges integrated into the movement
• Hands: Polished blued‑steel sword‑shaped hands

Movement

• Caliber: Cartier 9629 MC
• Type: Automatic mechanical, micro‑rotor
• Functions:
  • Hours
  • Minutes
• Power Reserve: ~44–46 hours
• Notable Features:
  • Micro‑rotor shaped like Santos‑Dumont’s “Demoiselle” aircraft
  • Ultra‑thin skeleton architecture

Strap

• Material: Alligator leather
• Primary Strap: Grey alligator leather
• Clasp: Steel ardillon (pin) buckle

Description

The Cartier Santos‑Dumont WHSA0032 is a steel skeleton luxury watch that combines Cartier’s historic Santos‑Dumont design with a modern micro‑rotor automatic movement. Powered by the Cartier 9629 MC caliber, this skeletonized Santos‑Dumont showcases Roman numeral bridges and an openworked architecture that reveals the movement from both sides. With its 31 × 43.5 mm steel case, sapphire crystal front and back, and elegant alligator leather straps, the WHSA0032 is a standout choice for collectors seeking a high‑end Cartier skeleton watch with strong visual impact and everyday wearability.