Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049
Ref. WSBB0049 · Silver guilloché dial · In production
- Case42 mm
- Thick13.03 mm
- Water res.30 m
- MovementAutomatic
- CrystalSapphire
Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049 size, specs and price at a glance
The Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049 is 42 mm wide and 13.03 mm thick. Cartier does not publish its lug-to-lug length. and ships on a bracelet. Inside is the 1847 Mc automatic calibre, water resistant to 30 m. US list price: $8,500 when we last checked cartier.com (3 Nov 2026).
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Overview
The Cartier WSBB0049 is a dress watch from the Ballon de Cartier collection. It has a 42 mm stainless steel case, 13.03 mm thick. Cartier lists the dial as silver guilloché. Inside is an automatic movement (calibre 1847 Mc). You also get 30 m water resistance, a sapphire crystal and a bracelet.
Who it suits
- Wrists of roughly 16.8–18.7 cm (6.6–7.4 in), by our Watch Finder sizing guide
- Desk and dress wear (keep it away from swimming)
- Shirt cuffs and smarter dress codes
Strengths
- Sapphire crystal resists scratches
Trade-offs
- Only 30 m water resistance: splash-proof, not for swimming
Written by Watch.co from the published specs below. These are not owner reviews.
Full specifications
Case
| Case diameter | 42 mm | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Thickness | 13.03 mm | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Lug-to-lug | Not published by Cartier | |
| Case material | Stainless steel | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Crystal | Sapphire | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Water resistance | 30 m | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
Dial
| Dial colour | Silver guilloché | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
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Movement
| Movement type | Automatic | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Calibre | 1847 Mc | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
Strap / Bracelet
| Bracelet / strap | Bracelet | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
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Other
| US list price (MSRP) | $8,500 | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Production status | In production | cartier.com · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Style (our classification) | Dress | our classification |
Specs are summarised in our own words from the brand's product page. Each row links its source and the date we checked it. Fields we haven't verified are left out rather than guessed.
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Questions about the Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049
How big is the Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049?
The case is 42 mm wide, 13.03 mm thick.
What movement does the Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049 use?
It uses the 1847 Mc calibre, a automatic movement.
Can I swim with the Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049?
Not really. It is rated to 30 m.
How much is the Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049?
The US list price was $8,500 on cartier.com when we checked on 3 Nov 2026. Prices change, so check before you buy.
Will the Cartier Ballon de Cartier WSBB0049 fit my wrist?
By our sizing guide it sits best on wrists of about 16.8–18.7 cm (6.6–7.4 in). Use the fit checker on this page to test your own wrist.
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