quick history; In 1903, Cartier redefined timepieces by creating what many consider the first wristwatch. Louis-Francois Cartier’s friend, pilot Alberto Santos-Dumont, had complained about the difficulty of reading time while flying. In response, Cartier designed a small, practical wristwatch suited for pilots. Named the Santos de Cartier, this wristwatch featured a distinctive square face, a difference from the traditional round pocket watch, making it both comfortable and functional for flying. Though it sparked debate on being the ‘first’, it’s widely seen as the first pilot watch, available to the public in 1911.