greg_r 81 Posted July 4, 2011 Sconey bought one of these recently and finally got me to the point where I just had to have one myself. I've admired the Santos for years, but for some reason had never gotten around to buying one for myself until now (although my wife has a ladies' Santos). Robert lists these at $360 fitted with a Swiss Sellita SW200 movement. The watch comes on a good quality croco-print strap which is vastly superior to most rep straps. This is one I will not be bothering to replace, which is rare for me. I have to say that I'm blown away by how good this rep is. It's definitely up in v2 SOH territory - if not even better. Having taken a close look at the gen very recently, I would be hard pressed to tell the difference between the two, to be honest - it's pretty much indistinguishable from the real thing. The main giveaway for me is that the clasp isn't quite as precise and positive in use as the gen, but I'm being really nitpicky here. I'll try to take some decent pics soon, but in the meantime here are a couple of quick iPhone snaps... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trailboss99 994 Posted July 4, 2011 Nice but it doesn't have a bit that goes round and round Col. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 4, 2011 Nice but it doesn't have a bit that goes round and round Col. I bet you're awake all night with a torch under the covers watching that little thing go 'round and 'round Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kolchak 17 Posted July 4, 2011 Looks so good but my onlly concern is XL size since I'm most comfortable with 44 - 46 mm - can anyone comment about the XL on a 7 inch wrist? (sorry if I just took a thread dump) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bklynboy 0 Posted July 4, 2011 thanks for the review, i've been thinking of one of these for myself my wife has a mid sized tank gen, never liked the tank myself but could get on with this one robert lists it at 38mm square but it looks to wear bigger, what size wrist have you got ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 4, 2011 It doesn't wear that big. Feels a little smaller than the 46mm SOH I was wearing earlier today. If you can handle a 44mm PAM or something like the SOH, you should be fine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverspeed 10 Posted July 4, 2011 One of the best reps available at the moment Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 4, 2011 thanks for the review, i've been thinking of one of these for myself my wife has a mid sized tank gen, never liked the tank myself but could get on with this one robert lists it at 38mm square but it looks to wear bigger, what size wrist have you got ? The angle of the photo makes it look a lot bigger than it is. My wrist is just under 7.75" Bear in mind that square watches do wear quite a lot larger than round ones. I'd say this wears about the same as a 45mm Radiomir. It's not too thick, so doesn't feel bulky on the wrist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bklynboy 0 Posted July 4, 2011 thanks for the review, i've been thinking of one of these for myself my wife has a mid sized tank gen, never liked the tank myself but could get on with this one robert lists it at 38mm square but it looks to wear bigger, what size wrist have you got ? The angle of the photo makes it look a lot bigger than it is. My wrist is just under 7.75" Bear in mind that square watches do wear quite a lot larger than round ones. I'd say this wears about the same as a 45mm Radiomir. It's not too thick, so doesn't feel bulky on the wrist. thanks for the advise all around! thickness is an important aspect as well but robert's post didn't have that info Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Del 4,463 Posted July 4, 2011 Stunning greg - congrats! I'm not a big Cartier fan but this one really grabs me - might have to consider shipping one or two out to make space for this! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 4, 2011 Thanks Del. This is certainly one of the best reps around at the moment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sconehead 5 Posted July 4, 2011 Welcome to the Santos club G...I find it to be one of the most comfy watches I've ever worn, and as you've already said, it doesn't wear that big... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
2point 21 Posted July 4, 2011 Like the look of this, tempted with a his'n'hers deal. I'll see what the Mrs says - probably not pink enough for her though! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nunu78 1,743 Posted July 4, 2011 wow,Greg congrats ,I hope Robert shipped mine today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jdthompson131216 0 Posted July 4, 2011 Congrats on a beautiful watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bme 4 Posted July 4, 2011 Greg that's a beauty.........I can see me being less well off at the end of the month......bastard! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 81 Posted July 5, 2011 Greg that's a beauty.........I can see me being less well off at the end of the month......bastard! Blame the monkey - he's the one responsible for me buying this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nunu78 1,743 Posted July 6, 2011 Greg that's a beauty.........I can see me being less well off at the end of the month......bastard! Blame the monkey - he's the one responsible for me buying this Sconey is the culprit indeed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ath 0 Posted July 6, 2011 thanks for the review, i've been thinking of one of these for myself my wife has a mid sized tank gen, never liked the tank myself but could get on with this one robert lists it at 38mm square but it looks to wear bigger, what size wrist have you got ? The angle of the photo makes it look a lot bigger than it is. My wrist is just under 7.75" Bear in mind that square watches do wear quite a lot larger than round ones. I'd say this wears about the same as a 45mm Radiomir. It's not too thick, so doesn't feel bulky on the wrist. thanks for the advise all around! thickness is an important aspect as well but robert's post didn't have that info this is a great piece but i'm a bit confused... are the chrono and non-chrono version same size? robert is also listing one (non-chrono) in his auction as a 40mm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Silverspeed 10 Posted July 6, 2011 Non chrono Santos XL is 38mm without CG's Chrono Santos is nearly 42mm without CG's Measurements for the non chrono Santos are all over the place....but the XL is 38mm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
paulro 2 Posted July 6, 2011 Hello Greg I can't find this. Could you post me a link please. Thanks Paul Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GC 4,489 Posted July 6, 2011 Greg... that Santos is a stunner! great pic too! Enjoy it often! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ath 0 Posted July 6, 2011 Non chrono Santos XL is 38mm without CG'sChrono Santos is nearly 42mm without CG's Measurements for the non chrono Santos are all over the place....but the XL is 38mm Thnx SS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WatchMe007 0 Posted July 7, 2011 I want to order this exact watch right now. Link please? See my signature. I need this watch. Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
prestigewatchco 2 Posted July 7, 2011 I will re list these later I have in stock now price is slightly higher though movement cost has gone up $8 since last shipment was bound to happen as Stelita 200 got used more and more instead of worn out old 2836 ETA movements Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
