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AF Factory Cartier Santos de Cartier Large WSSA0064
A technically proficient reproduction defined by its superior dial typography and stable ultra-thin movement architecture.
Powered by Modified Miyota 9015
To achieve the notoriously slim profile of the Santos de Cartier case, AF utilizes the Japanese-manufactured Miyota 9015 caliber rather than a generic Asian ETA clone. This movement serves as the industry standard for high-end ultra-thin replicas, heavily modified to emulate the 1847 MC aesthetic. It operates at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour, ensuring a fluid sweep of the seconds hand. The architecture prioritizes long-term mechanical stability over superficial bridge decoration, resulting in a workhorse mechanism that requires minimal intervention.
The modified Miyota 9015 is typically regulated at the factory to operate within an acceptable tolerance of ±10–15 seconds per day, with positional variance kept minimal due to the reliable Japanese base caliber.
- ✅ Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
- ✅ Complications: Hours, minutes, sweeping seconds, and instant-change date aperture at 6 o’clock
- ✅ Winding Direction: Unidirectional (clockwise) rotor winding
Technical Specifications
The case curvature matches the ergonomic design of the genuine Large model. Verified independently at a thickness of 10.0mm, it sits incredibly flat against the wrist, exhibiting precise transitions between the brushed flanks and polished chamfers.
A complex sunray dial that correctly transitions from a lighter center to darkened edges. Crucially, AF has rectified the “floating R” typography flaw, presenting crisp white Roman numerals and correctly proportioned rhodium-finish polished sword hands.
The iconic square bezel features the signature eight exposed screws. AF ensures the screw heads are seated at the correct depth, avoiding the flush or protruding errors seen on lower-tier replicas.
Fitted with a black leather strap utilizing a 1:1 proprietary QuickSwitch release mechanism. The deployant clasp operates with reassuring tension, securing the verified 76.4g total weight comfortably.
Why AF Factory for This Reference?
Many collectors ask: “Why not BVF?”
While BVF produces an excellent Santos, their dial batches have historically suffered from the “floating R” flaw—where the ‘R’ in Cartier sits noticeably higher than the rest of the text. AF Factory corrected this typography error entirely. Furthermore, AF’s application of clear anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal yields less distortion, allowing the gradient brown dial to be viewed without milky reflections.
Full Disclosure: The Miyota 9015 utilizes a unidirectional winding rotor, which can produce an audible “whirring” sound in quiet environments compared to bidirectional Swiss calibers. Additionally, the factory leather strap requires a break-in period to soften.
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Data Sheet
| MODEL REFERENCE | Santos de Cartier Large WSSA0064 |
| FACTORY / VERSION | AF Factory Edition |
| MOVEMENT | Modified Miyota 9015 (Ultra-Thin) |
| CASE MATERIAL | 316L Stainless Steel |
| WEIGHT & THICKNESS | 76.4g | 10.0mm |
| CRYSTAL & LUME | Sapphire with clear AR | Standard Super-LumiNova |
| DIMENSIONS | 39.8mm × 47.5mm × 10.0mmManual measurements — minor tolerances apply. |
| WATER RESISTANCE | 30m stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming |
Collector Q&A
Q: Does this AF edition have the ‘floating R’ dial flaw?
A: No. AF Factory specifically corrected the typography alignment on the Cartier dial print. Unlike earlier competitor batches where the ‘R’ sat noticeably higher than the rest of the text, the AF dial presents a perfectly uniform baseline.
Q: How does the thickness compare to the genuine WSSA0064?
A: The genuine Cartier Santos Large measures 9.38mm thick. This AF Factory replication has been independently verified at exactly 10.0mm. The 0.62mm variance is visually negligible on the wrist and is a direct result of housing the Miyota 9015 movement.
Q: Is the QuickSwitch system compatible with genuine straps?
A: Yes, AF has replicated the proprietary QuickSwitch release mechanism to 1:1 specifications. This allows you to seamlessly interchange the included leather belt with genuine Cartier straps or aftermarket alternatives designed for the genuine Large Santos.
Q: Is the Miyota 9015 movement noisy?
A: It can be. The Miyota 9015 utilizes a unidirectional winding rotor, meaning it free-spins in the non-winding direction. In quiet environments, this can produce an audible ‘whirring’ sound. Many collectors consider this a fair trade-off for the movement’s excellent reliability and ultra-thin profile.