{"product_id":"montre-cartier-santos-octogonale-2965-acier-automatique-1980s","title":"Vintage Cartier Santos Octagonal 2965 Steel — Automatic (1980s) ","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCartier Santos Octagonal steel: the sport-chic automatic watch with bezel and screw-down bracelet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Cartier watch is a \u003cstrong\u003eSantos Octogonal\u003c\/strong\u003e, reference 2965, one of the most sought-after variations of the legendary Santos line, born in 1904 as one of the first wristwatches in history. Appearing in the late 1970s, the Octogonale reinterprets the design in a \u003cstrong\u003egeometric and sport-chic\u003c\/strong\u003e spirit. Unisex, it is worn equally well by a man or a woman. Its steel case features a \u003cstrong\u003eoctagonal bezel with exposed screws\u003c\/strong\u003e, an immediately recognizable signature, extended by an \u003cstrong\u003eintegrated bracelet\u003c\/strong\u003e likewise punctuated with screws. It measures 29mm (31mm with the crown) for a Lug-to-lug of 40mm and a thickness of 9mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ewhite dial\u003c\/strong\u003e is of absolute Cartier classicism. Black Roman numerals encircle it, framed by a double railway minute track, with a discreet date window at 3 o'clock and SWISS MADE at the bottom. The \u003cstrong\u003eblued sword hands\u003c\/strong\u003e stand out elegantly against the light background, while the crown, set with a \u003cstrong\u003eblue cabochon\u003c\/strong\u003e, signs the maison. It is a dial of remarkable legibility, both dressy and sporty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside beats a \u003cstrong\u003eSwiss automatic movement\u003c\/strong\u003e based on ETA, with date, beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour and offering approximately 38 hours of power reserve. Reliable and proven, it has the advantage of straightforward maintenance with any watchmaker. The movement of this example was \u003cstrong\u003efully serviced by Watchfinder in 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e, a guarantee of proper operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the wrist, the Santos Octogonale asserts its \u003cstrong\u003eiconic character\u003c\/strong\u003e. The octagonal case, the integrated screw bracelet and the concealed folding clasp form a fully steel ensemble of great coherence, both relaxed and refined. It is one of the rare watches that moves effortlessly from the office to the weekend. The bracelet is sized to approximately 17.5cm; additional links can be ordered to adapt it to a larger wrist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThree points to note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe octagonal bezel and the integrated bracelet with exposed screws are the signatures of the Santos Octogonale: an immediately identifiable sport-chic design.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe dial is a Cartier service dial: authentic Cartier, fitted during servicing, but not the original factory dial. We state this with complete transparency. The same applies to the hands.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe movement was serviced by Watchfinder in 2024. The steel bracelet shows visible signs of wear, consistent with the age of the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-cartier-vintage\"\u003eDiscover our vintage Cartier watches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e→ \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/montres-vintage-plus-2000\"\u003eView our vintage watches over €2000\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cartier\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Santos Octogonale\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2965\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEstimated year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Switzerland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGender:\u003c\/strong\u003e Men's and women's watch (Unisex)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Swiss automatic (ETA-based)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 28,800 vibrations\/hour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower reserve:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 38 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunctions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hours, minutes, seconds, date at 3 o'clock\u003c\/li\u003e \n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase :\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel (steel caseback), octagonal shape, bezel with exposed screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions :\u003c\/strong\u003e 29mm (31mm with the crown)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCorne à corne :\u003c\/strong\u003e 40mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThickness :\u003c\/strong\u003e 9mm (Crystal included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLug width :\u003c\/strong\u003e 18mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrown :\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel with blue cabochon, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDial :\u003c\/strong\u003e White, black Roman numerals, railroad track, date at 3 o'clock, Cartier service dial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHands :\u003c\/strong\u003e Blued glaive hands, Cartier service hands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrystal :\u003c\/strong\u003e Sapphire, very fine condition (9\/10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBracelet :\u003c\/strong\u003e Integrated steel bracelet with screws, original, fitted to ~17.5cm, additional links available on request\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuckle :\u003c\/strong\u003e Steel folding clasp, original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition and warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall condition :\u003c\/strong\u003e Very fine state of preservation. Case clean steel case, immaculate white dial, Crystal sapphire in very fine condition. The dial is a Cartier service dial. The steel bracelet shows visible signs of wear, consistent with the age of the piece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance :\u003c\/strong\u003e Not guaranteed (vintage watch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity :\u003c\/strong\u003e Lifetime guarantee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMovement :\u003c\/strong\u003e Automatic movement serviced by Watchfinder in 2024, 1-year warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded :\u003c\/strong\u003e Atelier Victor invoice, protective case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included :\u003c\/strong\u003e Original papers, original box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the Cartier Santos Octagonal?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Santos Octagonal, or Santos Octagon, is a variation of the famous Santos line by Cartier, which appeared in the late 1970s. It stands out for its octagonal case and bezel with exposed screws, in a geometric sport-chic spirit, and for its integrated bracelet. Reference 2965, in steel and with automatic movement, is one of the most sought-after versions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Cartier service dial?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is an authentic Cartier dial, fitted by the maison during servicing, replacing the original factory dial. It is therefore perfectly Cartier, but it is not the dial mounted when it left the factory. We state this with complete transparency: it is a point that discerning collectors appreciate knowing, and which explains part of the piece's positioning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich movement powers this Santos 2965?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA Swiss base ETA automatic movement, with date, beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour and offering a power reserve of around 38 hours. Reliable and proven, it offers the advantage of accessible servicing. It was fully serviced by Watchfinder in 2024 and comes with a 1-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the watch delivered with its box and papers?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Santos is delivered without its original box and without the original papers. It is accompanied by the Atelier Victor invoice and a protective case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this watch water-resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a vintage watch: although the Santos was designed with a certain degree of water resistance, water resistance can no longer be guaranteed today without renewing the gaskets. We recommend avoiding any contact with water without prior servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e ","brand":"Cartier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54495721587025,"sku":"296504213","price":4987.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/8576\/2597\/files\/VD_05089.jpg?v=1785858017","url":"https:\/\/ateliervictor.co\/en\/products\/vintage-cartier-santos-octagonal-2965-steel-automatic-1980s","provider":"Atelier Victor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}