Name: SB04-E MANU H. SPECIAL EDITION
Brand: Sartory Billard
Price: 5000.00 EUR
Availability: InStock

A UNIQUE COLLABORATION BETWEEN MANU HARIT AND SARTORY-BILLARD

A passionate and respected figure in the cigar world, Manu Harit is one of the rare Masters of Havana Cigars—a distinction that acknowledges his deep knowledge of Cuban cigars and his unwavering dedication to their promotion. For several years, he has been leading masterclasses on tobacco culture around the world, sharing with precision and emotion everything that makes Cuban puros so rich and unique.

Today, Manu takes an unprecedented step by blending his universe with that of Sartory-Billard. This limited edition of 10 exceptional watches features in each dial authentic Cuban tobacco sourced by Manu Harit during one of his many trips to the plantations, from the very first batch of cigars produced by his own brand: ManuH Cigars.

The selected leaves are Volado, located at the bottom of the tobacco plant, closest to the ground. Known for their combustibility and elasticity, they are traditionally used as binder leaves, but here they become a new artistic material. Thanks to their natural flexibility, Manu was able to shape and manipulate them with precision, revealing their full texture in a new form of expression.

These leaves come exclusively from the plantations of Vuelta Abajo, in the Pinar del Río province, in western Cuba — the birthplace of the finest tobacco in the world. Once embedded in a watch, they tell another kind of time: one of soil, craftsmanship, and patience.

With this collection, Manu Harit and Sartory-Billard are not simply creating an object. They are weaving a link between two rare worlds: exceptional cigars and fine watchmaking, in a tribute to material, culture, and the human hand.

TIME WITH A HINT OF HAVANA

At Sartory-Billard, every dial tells a story. This one begins in the sun-drenched tobacco fields of Latin America, where nature slowly shapes the finest cigar leaves. An authentic cigar leaf becomes the heart of a timepiece.

Carefully selected for its texture, grain, and warm tones, the leaf is delicately stabilized and applied on the dial base. It is time suspended — a memory sealed forever. No two dials are alike, as nature never repeats itself.

The Sartory-Billard logo appears to float just above the organic surface, creating a refined play of depth and light. The result is a piece that radiates warmth, craftsmanship, and quiet sophistication.

This dial is an ode to hedonism — made for those who take their time, savor the details, and feel the deep connection between material and emotion.

SOLID CASEBACK — MANUH SIGNATURE (LIMITED EDITION)

On the back of the watch, a solid steel caseback replaces the traditional sapphire display. This deliberate choice reflects a more understated and focused aesthetic — one that embraces bold simplicity.

Deeply engraved, the ManuH logo stands out with its unmistakable graphic character — sharp lines, balanced proportions, and a strong visual identity. It embodies the spirit of the collaboration and the intention behind every detail of this timepiece.

Each watch is individually numbered from 1 to 10, underscoring its place within an ultra-limited series. This discreet yet meaningful mark strengthens the personal connection between the object and its wearer.

Worn against the skin, the engraved caseback becomes a quiet signature — a symbol of taste, intention, and rarity. A watch for those who know — and who choose the exceptional.

THE MOVEMENT OF THE SB04-E — BALANCE AND PERFORMANCE

At the heart of the SB04-E beats a Swiss automatic movement, carefully selected for its reliability, finesse, and its ability to support our distinctive dial architecture.

Beating at 28,800 vibrations per hour, it offers an impressive 68-hour power reserve and delivers consistent accuracy in daily use. Its robust construction is engineered to withstand the demands of active wear — perfectly aligned with the watch’s 100-meter water resistance.

The movement is assembled and regulated in Switzerland, then re-checked in our workshop before final casing. It strikes the perfect balance between traditional watchmaking and contemporary performance — a discreet yet precise engine powering an exceptional design.

JEAN ROUSSEAU WATCH STRAPS — MADE‑IN‑FRANCE EXCELLENCE

Currently in development, the strap will feature an embossed design inspired by ManuH’s graphic signature — a stylized interpretation of tobacco leaves.

Since 1954, Jean Rousseau has been crafting luxury watch straps in its French ateliers, combining exceptional materials, artisanal skill, and timeless elegance Revered by the world’s most prestigious watch brands, the Maison designs and produces both ready‑to‑wear and bespoke straps, employing exotic leathers such as alligator, calfskin, ostrich, and more.

Each strap is hand‑finished in France, with cut edges, precise stitching, and a comfortable, refined texture.The brand continually innovates, exploring new materials and methods while staying true to its 70‑year tradition of excellence . Each strap in this series was exclusively co-designed with Jean Rousseau, combining Sartory-Billard’s vision with the Maison’s renowned craftsmanship.

SB04-E MANU H. SPECIAL EDITION

€5.000,00 EUR

LIMITED TO 10 UNITS

DELIVERY FROM END OF SUMMER 2025

- Havana Tobacco Leaf ManuH first Batch.
- Pad printed Minute track and Y design in white Super-LumiNova® BGW9 lume (Emits blue light).
- Diamond cut indexes and ring between the dial parts.

- La Joux-Perret G101
- Winding Mechanism: Tungsten rotor
- Diameter: 26mm
- Height: 4.45 mm
- Frequency: 4Hz
- 24 jewels
- Power reserve: 68 hours

- Diameter: 39.5mm
- Height: 10.3mm
- Lug to lug: 46mm
- Water resistant: 100m
- Crown: Screwdown & Lumed
- Strap: 20mm Curved