Cartier Santos 100 Chronograph 2740

Santos de Cartier Dual Time watch, large model, mechanical movement, dual time zone. Steel case, 7-sided crown with a synthetic faceted blue spinel, satin-finish anthracite grey sunray-brushed dial, second time zone display with an additional hour hand in a counter and a day/night indicator. Rhodium-finish polished steel sword-shaped hands with luminescent material, sapphire crystal. Steel bracelet with SmartLink adjustment system. Ftted with the QuickSwitch interchangeable system. Case width: 40.2 mm, thickness: 10.01 mm. Water-resistant up to 10 bar (approx. 100 metres).

Information:

Reference: 2740

Bracelet: Black Leather Strap

Case Size: 48mm x 41mm

Case Metal: Stainless Steel

Movement: Automatic

Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date, chronograph

Box and Papers: No box or papers - watch only

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7.5”

Condition:

Case has light normal wear. Strap has moderate creasing but that is expected with these straps. Dial, hands, and crystal have no wear.

History of Cartier 

Cartier, founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, began as a jewelry workshop that quickly gained recognition among French aristocracy. Under the leadership of Alfred Cartier, the company expanded into watchmaking, with a pivotal moment occurring in 1904 when Louis Cartier created the Santos Dumont, the world's first modern men's wristwatch, for aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont.

Throughout the 20th century, Cartier continued to innovate in watch design, introducing iconic timepieces like the Tank in 1918, inspired by the Renault FT-17 tank. The company's watches became known for blending functionality with artistic elements, incorporating Art Deco influences and precious materials. Today, as part of the Richemont Group, Cartier remains a leader in luxury watchmaking, continuing to produce exquisite timepieces that combine tradition with contemporary design, from the classic Tank to the modern Pasha.