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Soviet vintage men's mechanical watch
Raketa (Ракета) Export 2628 H (USSR Petrodvorets 1970s)
Calendar days of week 19 jewels
Stainless steel, Brass
Mechanical, Analogue, Minimalist
Case and glass in good condition (see photos). Dial colour: white with Arabic numerals.
Division: Men. Case colour: Silver. Display: Analog. Brand: Raketa. Stone: 19 Ruby. Case Size: 35 mm. Case material: Brass. Style: Vintage, Minimalism. Movement: Mechanical (Manual). Dial Style: 12-hour dial. Type: Wrist Watch. Features: Date, Day of Week Indicator. Production: Petrodvorets Watch Factory - one of the oldest factories in Russia (founded in 1721). Year built: 1970-1979.
This model was produced for export purposes, hence the name "Raketa" and "Made in USSR" on the dial.
This watch is checked and serviced by a professional watchmaker. The watch keeps time but please note this is a 50 year old mechanical watch. Accuracy is not guaranteed. Box not included.
Please note:
The movement is rewound by turning the crown clockwise (away from you)
Time setting - pull the crown 1 mm to the right until it clicks
Date setting - pull the crown to the right to the end > this adds +1 day to the calendar
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Condition: B • Near Mint condition.
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