New Release
Jocke - Bad Santa's original post introduces the Cuervo y Sobrinos Lonsdale Oscuro, a limited-edition timepiece that revives the brand's mid-20th-century aesthetic. This article delves into the Lonsdale's unique design elements and its intriguing collaboration with cigar-smoking watch collectors, offering a closer look at a watch that blends horological heritage with a distinct lifestyle.
The Lonsdale Oscuro by Cuervo y Sobrinos
Cuervo y Sobrinos, the only Swiss watch brand with Cuban heritage, has now released a model inspired by watches they produced in the mid-20th century.
The Lonsdale comes in 3 different versions in an edition of 82 pieces of each model.
It is delivered in a beautiful presentation box similar to a humidor including a cigar tube and a cigar stand.
The watch is produced in collaboration with some cigar smoking watch collectors who together came up with this idea.
The watch is produced in collaboration with some cigar smoking watch collectors who together came up with this idea.
On this model, the dial is brown and the case is made of stainless steel with a diameter of 40mm.
The movement is an automatic CYS5159 (based on the SW261), approximately 38 hours of power reserve.
It gives a nice vintage feel.
Here with the right accessories.
The dial stands up to close inspection.
A small second hand at 6 o'clock position.
The sapphire crystal has a soft rounded edge and the logo is at the crown.
A dark brown calfskin strap with quick release springbars with a stainless steel clasp and also a yellow "NATO" strap are included.
Lonsdale is printed in orange at the polished backcase.
There is Super Luminova at the hands, numbers and 2 dots at 12 & 6 position. Not so strong but for a short period of time.
Finally, I want to say that it is an interesting watch that I was immediately hooked on when I saw it in Geneva.
The Lonsdale represents Horological Meandering's contemporary approach to accessible luxury timepieces. As an independent brand operating in the modern microbrand landscape, Horological Meandering has positioned itself within the growing segment of boutique manufacturers offering Swiss-made quality at attainable price points. The Lonsdale appears to be a flagship offering, presented here in a comprehensive kit that includes multiple strap options and what appears to be a loupe for examination.
The technical execution shows clean case finishing and a straightforward dial layout with applied indices and hands that suggest Swiss manufacturing standards. The included NATO strap and leather options indicate the brand's understanding of contemporary collecting preferences, where versatility and strap changes have become integral to the ownership experience. The presentation in a wooden box with custom foam insert demonstrates attention to the unboxing experience that has become crucial in direct-to-consumer watch sales.
Within the independent watch space, The Lonsdale targets collectors seeking alternatives to established brands without compromising build quality. The complete kit presentation suggests a value proposition that extends beyond the timepiece itself, offering collectors multiple wearing options from launch. For emerging brands like Horological Meandering, such comprehensive offerings help establish credibility in a crowded market where first impressions often determine long-term success among enthusiast communities.
I always liked the style of the brand.
I really like the case shape and the style and colour of the dial and those hands are just amazing and really draw me into the watch. Marc
Faux Radium on the numbers and hands?
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