Cartier Santos Dumont Black Manual Winding 2025

A legendary timepiece born from friendship and aviation history. In 1904, Louis Cartier created the Santos-Dumont for Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos Dumont—one of the world's first wristwatches. This large model honors that pioneering spirit with iconic design: rounded dial angles, seamless curved horns, and exposed screws. Powered by Cartier's Manufacture caliber 430 MC manual winding movement, the watch features a steel case with striking black lacquer finish. The black square decoration dial displays Roman numerals beneath a sapphire crystal, while steel sword-shaped hands ensure precise readability. A steel beaded crown set with blue synthetic spinel cabochon adds refined detail. Measuring 43.5 mm × 31.4 mm with 7.3 mm thickness, it balances presence with wearability. The case back bears Alberto Santos-Dumont's handwritten signature—a tribute to the visionary who inspired it all. Secured by a black alligator leather strap with steel ardillon buckle, this watch is water-resistant to 3 bar (approximately 30 meters). A masterpiece for those who appreciate horological heritage and timeless design.