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Santos Dumont versions currently available?
- Thread starter jc368
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Yes, received. Sorry for not uploading pics yet I've been swamped with work. Although, I can say it is a really good rep, except the strap. Replacement strap is a must!
carygrant75
Swag is for boys. Style is for men.
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I just wanted to take this opportunity to let you know that I have also ordered a large model. Will keep you up to date.
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So finally uploading pics... many months later! Happy to say the F1 small I bought for my wife is now something she loves. My thoughts are this is an excellent rep and does demonstrate how ridiculously over priced the gen is. Literally marketing and branding!
That said, the strap the rep comes with is absolute trash so a new strap is a must. I bought her a new one from delugs and it fits superbly and feels superb.
I don't think you will find a better rep at this price point!
Pics below.
Oh, and I like it so much I just bought the XL from trusty for me
That said, the strap the rep comes with is absolute trash so a new strap is a must. I bought her a new one from delugs and it fits superbly and feels superb.
I don't think you will find a better rep at this price point!
Pics below.
Oh, and I like it so much I just bought the XL from trusty for me
Hi parto, Where did you order the watch from? Can tou send me a link and a link for the strap. Thank youI can't speak for the small but I have the F1 and it's a nice rep. Cartier font a little thinner than gen but other than that great. I bought the gen strap for it which was more than the watch which is great upgrade
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Looks really good. Mine should be here soon too now CNY is over. What's your first impressions?Here my XL
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Is there any word about AF coming out with these? They usually are my preferred choice for Cartier because of overall quality and central minute pin height.
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Did you got it already?
Ordered thru Trusty? I have been pending ordering this but was not aware that the XL was available.
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It's on its way to me from Trusty now. CNY holds everything up for a while but I'll post pics when it arrives
Hello Guys thanks to some reviews here, I 've just ordered the F1F size L model from Intime. It should arrive next week I will share photos and impressions with the group
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Here is my F1 XL experiment.
Purchased a gen used strap with the metal inserts off eBay that was described as 19mm (lug) x 18mm for the end (clasp).
The metal insert does the job of hugging the strap against the case, but there is a space/gap that is not present on the gen (well not as evident, since in gen there is one but very subtle). Don’t know if the strap that I got was meant for another Cartier or what, but I will try buying a ZicZac or Delugs one specifically for the Dumont to see if it is thicker or with more height in order to cover that gap.
Also had to get an 18mm aftermarket buckle (Amazon one) since the one that comes with F1 is 16mm .
Purchased a gen used strap with the metal inserts off eBay that was described as 19mm (lug) x 18mm for the end (clasp).
The metal insert does the job of hugging the strap against the case, but there is a space/gap that is not present on the gen (well not as evident, since in gen there is one but very subtle). Don’t know if the strap that I got was meant for another Cartier or what, but I will try buying a ZicZac or Delugs one specifically for the Dumont to see if it is thicker or with more height in order to cover that gap.
Also had to get an 18mm aftermarket buckle (Amazon one) since the one that comes with F1 is 16mm .
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Ligerstraps.com is another option for Dumont straps.Here is my F1 XL experiment.
Purchased a gen used strap with the metal inserts off eBay that was described as 19mm (lug) x 18mm for the end (clasp).
The metal insert does the job of hugging the strap against the case, but there is a space/gap that is not present on the gen (well not as evident, since in gen there is one but very subtle). Don’t know if the strap that I got was meant for another Cartier or what, but I will try buying a ZicZac or Delugs one specifically for the Dumont to see if it is thicker or with more height in order to cover that gap.
Also had to get an 18mm aftermarket buckle (Amazon one) since the one that comes with F1 is 16mm .
Delugs describes their strap and states that it is the same as the gen. They say their Dumont straps are 2.5mm thick, and that thickness is consistent from the lug to the end of the strap.
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Actually just bought one, and will get a Delugs for a different watch
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Can you share a pic?
I tried the Miami boutique but they didn’t have any in stock, only pre order from NY.