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AF Factory Santos de Cartier Medium WSSA0061
An uncompromising execution of the smoked green classic, defined by its precise 9.2mm profile and corrected dial typography.
Powered by Modified Miyota 9015
The decision by AF to utilize the Miyota 9015 as a base is a calculated horological compromise that favors dimensional accuracy over mechanical purism. By stripping and decorating this reliable Japanese workhorse, the factory achieves the critical 9.2mm case thickness without sacrificing the 28,800vph (4Hz) sweep of the seconds hand. The custom rotor and bridge plates are engraved to mimic the genuine 1847 MC, though these are strictly visual modifications designed to fit within the ultra-slim architecture.
Regulated Miyota 9015 base calibers typically perform within ±8–12 seconds per day, offering robust long-term reliability with minimal servicing requirements.
- ✅ Power Reserve: Approximately 36 hours
- ✅ Complications: Time-only (Medium model specification)
- ✅ Winding Direction: Unidirectional
Technical Specifications
The 35.1mm case is expertly machined to match the genuine’s curvature. The bezel transitions from a high-polish top to vertically brushed sides, while the overall weight is strictly controlled at 109.6g.
The dial lacquer achieves the correct forest green to black transition. Crucially, AF has corrected the Cartier script, eliminating the raised letter spacing flaw seen in rival batches.
High-gloss polished finish with eight exposed, correctly seated screws. The tolerances around the sapphire crystal are tight, with no visible gasket bleed.
The bracelet features the proprietary QuickSwitch release mechanism and SmartLink sizing system, allowing for tool-free adjustments. The brushed finish is consistent throughout.
Why AF Factory for This Reference?
Many collectors ask: “Why not BVF?”
The primary differentiator for the AF Factory Santos lies in its dial printing precision. BVF’s iterations have long suffered from the notorious “floating R” in the Cartier logo, a typographical error that breaks the illusion under macro inspection. AF resolves this while maintaining the exact 9.2mm case thickness and a highly reliable Miyota base.
Full Disclosure: The rotor noise on the unidirectional Miyota 9015 is slightly more pronounced than the genuine 1847 MC, a common trait of this base caliber.
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Data Sheet
| MODEL REFERENCE | WSSA0061 |
| FACTORY / VERSION | AF Factory Edition |
| MOVEMENT | Miyota 9015 (1847 MC Decoration) |
| CASE MATERIAL | 316L Stainless Steel |
| WEIGHT & THICKNESS | 109.6g | 9.2mm |
| CRYSTAL & LUME | Beveled Sapphire | Super-LumiNova |
| DIMENSIONS | 35.1mm × 41.9mm × 9.2mmManual measurements — minor tolerances apply. |
| WATER RESISTANCE | 30m stated — professional pressure test recommended before swimming |
Collector Q&A
Q: Does the AF Factory Santos WSSA0061 have the ‘floating R’ flaw?
A: No. AF Factory specifically corrected the typographic spacing in the Cartier logo on this green dial edition, resolving the raised ‘R’ issue that is commonly observed on BVF releases of the same reference.
Q: Are the QuickSwitch and SmartLink systems fully functional on this replica?
A: Yes. The AF edition replicates both proprietary systems. You can remove the bracelet without tools using the QuickSwitch button, and adjust individual links using the push-button SmartLink mechanism, exactly like the genuine piece.
Q: Why does this version use a Miyota 9015 instead of a true clone movement?
A: The genuine caliber 1847 MC is exceptionally thin. To achieve the verified 9.2mm case thickness of the medium Santos without compromising reliability, AF uses the ultra-slim Miyota 9015. A standard clone movement would result in a noticeably thicker case profile.
Q: Is the rotor noise noticeable on this Miyota-based Santos?
A: Yes, the Miyota 9015 winds unidirectionally, meaning the rotor spins freely in the non-winding direction. This can produce a slight whirring sound in a quiet room, which is a known characteristic of this movement and slightly louder than the genuine 1847 MC.
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