Basel Preview: Cuervo y Sobrinos Historiador Retrograde
The 40mm Historiador Retrograde case is a reproduction of an iconic original Cuervo y Sobrinos model produced during the 1940s and 1950s. The dial offers rich clous de Paris below distinctive blued hands. At 3, 6 9 are retrograde date, power reserve and retrograde day of the week indicators powered by a 42-jewel automatic movement. The engraved CYS oscillating weight can be viewed through the transparent case-back. Double curved crystals, typical of the 1950s, plus 3 ATM water resistance and a Louisiana crocodile strap with deployant buckle complete the package.The U.S. price is $4,400.Technical features appear below the image, which may be enlarged with a click.Technical Features: Automatic movement: CYS 24030 jewels/42 hr power reserve40 mm Stainless steel case/9.9 mm heightApplied CYS emblem at 12.00 Clous de Paris dial with blue handsFunctions: Hours, minutes, seconds, day of the week, Retrograde date and power reserve.

where can i buy this Omega?
where can I buy this watch in USA? Is it available already ?

5164 on bracelet
Looks pretty good to me. Has anyone done this?Pic is from Altierjewelers on Instagram.

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