Cuervo y Sobrinos’ new Historiador Gran Reserva collection lands with all the charisma and confidence we’ve come to expect from the brand, an unmissable blend of Havana flair and Swiss precision. The watches channel the pulse of old Cuba through vibrant colors and classic silhouettes, while under the hood beats the ultra-reliable La Joux-Perret G100 movement with a solid 68-hour power reserve. The collection doesn’t just nod to heritage, it leans all the way in, wrapping it in sharp tailoring and letting it dance to a distinctly Latin rhythm.
The “Historiador” name carries real weight in Cuervo y Sobrinos’ world. The brand’s roots in Havana, and the 2009 revival of its historic boutique with the help of city historian Dr. Eusebio Leal Spengler, form the emotional backbone of this line. Leal’s tireless work to restore Havana’s architectural gems is mirrored here: historical design brought forward with respect, not nostalgia. The Gran Reserva collection becomes a wearable tribute to cultural stewardship and timeless elegance.
Visually, these watches are a knockout. Four smoky lacquered dials—red, green, blue, and anthracite—radiate depth and energy with sunray guilloché finishes that catch the light just right. The signature “Born in Habana” motto anchors the brand’s identity proudly at six o’clock, while the red-tipped seconds hand and CyS crest at 12 add a wink of Latin playfulness. Paired with supple color-matched calf leather straps or a stainless steel bracelet and finished with a sculpted stainless steel case, this is Cuervo y Sobrinos at its most expressive and most refined.
