Cartier Santos Carrée 2960

The Cartier Santos Carrée ref. 2960 belongs to one of the first generations of the Santos with an integrated steel bracelet. Its launch in the late 1970s was a particularly significant moment for Cartier, as the Maison began offering the Santos in steel, giving rise to one of the most recognizable designs in contemporary watchmaking.

This example from the 1980s retains the original proportions of the Santos Carrée, with its characteristic square case, visible bezel screws, and an integrated bracelet that creates a single visual piece with the case. With dimensions of approximately 29 × 41 mm, it maintains the more compact proportions of the early generations, before the Santos evolved into larger sizes.

One of the details we like most about this unit is its butterfly-style deployant clasp, which, once closed, is completely integrated into the bracelet, making it look visually like a single continuous piece of steel. It is precisely this type of construction that makes the Santos Carrée feel so special on the wrist.

Beyond its design, this reference represents a very specific era for Cartier: that of the first steel Santos and of more contained proportions that remain faithful to the original design. Over the years, Cartier evolved both the bracelet and the model's proportions, but this configuration retains that original character that is especially sought after today by vintage Cartier enthusiasts.

Main features:
• Reference: 2960
• Era: 1980s
• Case: Steel
• Dimensions: 29 × 41 mm
• Dial: White with Roman numerals
• Hands: Blued
• Crystal: Sapphire
• Movement: Automatic
• Bracelet: Integrated steel
• Clasp: Butterfly deployant

Delivered serviced, with a functional warranty and purchase invoice.