Cartier Santos Galbee 29mm Steel 18k Gold Gents Watch Quartz 1566 2026 Service

This watch has the following features:

- Original, Swiss made Cartier signed high precision quartz movement with date function

- Ivory dial with Roman Numeral hour markers, inner minute track, signed 'Cartier Swiss Made'

- Stainless Steel case (~29mm excluding crown) with solid 18ct yellow gold bezel with screw accents

- Screw down caseback displaying Cartier insignia, model & unique serial numbers

- Pull out crown encrusted with the trademark blue Cartier cabochon

- Factory Cartier black leather strap fitted with the original Cartier deployment clasp

- Blue steel hour, minute and second hands

- Scratch resistant sapphire crystal glass

- Date aperture at 6 O’Clock

- 30m water resistance

Presented here is the absolute classic, timeless Cartier Santos Galbee in Stainless Steel and 18ct Yellow Gold. Originally designed in 1904 by Louis Cartier for Brazilian aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont, the Santos has gone on to become one of the most distinguished, recognisable and lauded designs across the entire horological landscape. The Galbée iteration refined the original aesthetic with gently curved case edges and a more fluid profile, enhancing comfort while preserving the unmistakable Santos identity. Originally designed to be worn on a strap, the Santos on a black leather represents the perfect iteration of Cartier’s timeless design. Just serviced in 2026, this is the perfect piece to join the Cartier Club. 

On the wrist, this Santos Galbée Ref. 1566 is the epitome of understated refinement. The classic 29mm steel case, perfectly proportioned and framed by its solid 18ct yellow gold bezel with exposed screws, delivers the unmistakable Santos aesthetic in its most wearable form. The ivory dial features bold Roman numeral hour markers and Cartier’s hidden signature within the numerals - a subtle mark of authenticity appreciated by collectors. Elegant blued steel hands provide a striking contrast against the dial, while the cabochon-set crown, adorned with Cartier’s signature blue stone, adds a final touch of colour and distinction. The watch is paired with a supremely comfortable black leather strap, fitted with a deployment clasp for both security and ease of wear. At its heart lies a reliable Swiss-made Cartier quartz movement - a true “set and forget” calibre requiring no winding, offering effortless precision and everyday practicality without compromising on luxury.

The condition is absolutely excellent, showing only very gentle signs of wear commensurate with use, as illustrated in the photographs. Having undergone a full Cartier service in February 2026, this timepiece has been returned to the manufacturer’s standards in terms of ergonomics, integrity, aesthetics and chronometry. It remains under Cartier Certified Pre-Owned warranty until 2028, offering complete peace of mind to its next owner.

Discontinued references such as this have seen steadily increasing demand in recent years. With the modern Santos having undergone significant design changes, collectors continue to seek out the classic proportions and aesthetic of the Galbée.

Along with the watch itself comes a Cartier box set, the Cartier Certified Pre-Owned warranty card dated February 2026, and an invoice for your purchase.

This watch will also go via the eBay Authenticity Centre and will come with added paperwork for further peace of mind.

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