RAKETA Star Wars 2628.H octagon USSR Soviet men's wristwatch day and date

Description: RAKETA octagon 2628.H men's mechanical wristwatch. So called raketa Star Wars Made in USSR (Soviet, Russian, СССР) Petrodvorzowy Watch Factory (PChZ) Caliber Raketa 2628.H: 22 Jewels, shockproof ballance, day and date function Discover the timeless elegance and functional sophistication of the Raketa 2628.H Octagon Soviet Mechanical Men's Wristwatch, an export version timepiece that epitomizes the marriage of Soviet engineering prowess and international appeal. Crafted by the esteemed Raketa Watch Factory, this wristwatch combines classic design elements with practical features to create a versatile accessory for the modern gentleman. The octagonal case design of the Raketa 2628.H exudes a sense of boldness and refinement, making a distinctive statement on the wrist. The case is built to withstand the rigors of daily wear while exuding a timeless charm that transcends trends. At the heart of this timepiece beats the reliable Raketa 2628.H mechanical movement, renowned for its precision and longevity. This movement powers not only the hours, minutes, and seconds hands but also the day and date complications, providing added convenience and functionality for everyday use. The dial of the Raketa 2628.H is a study in legibility and balance, with baton-style hour markers ensuring clear timekeeping at a glance. The day and date windows, positioned at the 3 o'clock position, offer quick reference to the current date and day of the week, enhancing the watch's practicality. Designed for international markets, the export version of the Raketa 2628.H showcases the brand's commitment to quality and attention to detail. From its precise timekeeping to its elegant design, this wristwatch embodies the finest traditions of Soviet watchmaking craftsmanship. Whether worn for business or leisure, the Raketa 2628.H Octagon Soviet Mechanical Men's Wristwatch with Day and Date Function (Export Version) is a timeless accessory that exudes sophistication and style. With its combination of form and function, it serves as a tribute to the enduring legacy of Raketa and the global appeal of Soviet watchmaking excellence. DEFECTS: small traces of use COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USSR MANUFACTURER: Petrodworez Watch Factory (PChZ, Raketa, Russian: Петродворцовый часовой завод) OVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale): 8 CASE Condition (10-point scale): 8 Inscriptions on the back cover: serial number GLASS Material: acrylic Condition (10-point scale): 9 DIAL Condition (10-point scale): 9 Inscriptions on the dial: Raketa and made in USSR STRAP New PU leather strap as a gift! MOVEMENT Mechanical: hand-winding Caliber Raketa 2628.H https://ranfft.org/caliber/9176-Raketa-2628H Features manual wind sweep second day date: quickset by repeated pulling the crown Data 11.5''', Dm= 26.0mm, Do= 26.65mm H= 4.8mm (dial spacer +0.2mm) F= 1.2mm T= 2.5mm 19(22) jewels* f = 18000 A/h power reserve 45h Balance staff U3365 Stem W2988 Hands 1.60 x 1.04 x 0.18mm DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, FUNCTIONS Width 1.26 inch (32.0 mm) Width with crown 1.36 inch (34.5 mm) Length 1.50 inch (38.0 mm) Depth 0.45 inch (11.5 mm) Crystal 1.18x1.26 inch (30.0x32.0 mm) Total weight (with strap) 1.69 oz (48.0 g) Function Hours, minute, second, day, date Country made USSR Dimensions of watches HISTORY Raketa is not only the oldest factory in Russia, but also the only watch factory in the whole country. Furthermore, it is one of the only watch factories in the world, the only others being Rolex and Swatch, that manufactures its own parts; including the hair spring, balance wheel, and escapement. The Petrodvorets Watch Factory (Russian: Петродворцовый часовой завод) is the oldest factory in Russia. Founded by Peter the Great in 1721 as the Peterhof Lapidary Works, to make hardstone carvings, since 1945 the factury manufactures the Soviet Pobeda watches and since 1961 it has manufactured the Soviet Raketa watches. In almost 300 years of history, the factory has changed name several times. Petrodvorets is located in Saint Petersburg. Before the Revolution Initially, the factory produced luxury objects in semi-precious and precious stones for the palaces of the Tsars. We find these objects now in the Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, but also in most of the palaces of Europe, like Versailles, the Louvre or Sanssouci. During Soviet times In Soviet times, the plant has continued to work on precious stones. This plant has produced among others, the Mausoleum of Lenin in 1924 and the Kremlin stars in 1935. In the prewar years, the skilled workers began manufacturing precision and measurement instruments for the Red Army and the new industry of Russian watches. Destroyed by Nazi troops during the Siege of Leningrad, the plant was rebuilt from 1944 at the liberation of the city. In 1945 Joseph Stalin - who wanted to reduce USSR's dependence on imports from the West - gave the order to the factory to manufacture watches. The first watches were produced in the factory in 1949 under the brand Pobeda and Zvezda. In 1961, in honor of the first cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, the factory created its new brand, Raketa, which makes its reputation throughout the world of Communist influence. In its glory years after the war, the plant employed 8,000 people, produced 4.5 million watches per year for Soviet citizens and the needs of the Red Army. The plant is equipped with two atomic bunkers that can accommodate 8,000 people in the case of a western nuclear attack, had its own schools, university, hospital, resorts on the Black Sea, camps for Communist Youth Pioneer organization and Komsomol and its orchestras. After 1991 Today, the plant has dramatically cut production following the troubled years of privatization and the collapse of the Soviet Union. Despite huge difficulties in adapting to the capitalist system, Raketa is one of the few (together with Vostok and Zaria) watch manufacturers, remained after the fall of USSR. RECOMMENDATIONS All Antique watches are mechanical. Many repairs will not be cheap, as most likely they will require replacement of non-standard parts (unlike most late model watches). Antique watches should not be beaten or dropped - because repairs may be expensive. Antique watches are generally NOT waterproof. This is because waterproofing was not in general production until the middle of the 20th century for most watches. Therefore you should protect your antique watch from exposure to moisture. If your watch becomes wet it should be dried off quickly. Carefully open all covers and use a hair drier to blow dry the movement, dial, covers, crown. This will reduce the amount of rust. If your watch becomes wet with any kind of salt water you should immediately immerse or spray your watch with fresh (no-salt) water to remove all the salt from the works before drying the watch completely. Any salt left in the watch will combine with moisture in the air to rust metal components of the movement, case etc. Winding any mechanical watch tight may break the mainspring. If you can avoid it do not wind the watch hard. When adjusting the hands of your watch, move them in a clockwise direction only. Counter-clockwise adjustments may damage the movement. It is desirable to adjust the hands of your watch at the same time every day. An automatic or self-winding watch should be worn for at least 8 hours a day. It is a mechanical watch in which the mainspring is wound automatically as a result of natural motion of the wearer's arm, to provide energy to run the watch, making manual winding unnecessary. If you must adjust counter-clockwise make it for small adjustments only (i.e. for minutes, NOT hours). Be careful and gentle when adjusting the movement speed (faster or slower). Don't make sharp movements, and don't touch other components in the movement especially the pendulum mechanism. Every 2-3 years it is necessary to service and oil vintage watches. If the course of your watches is worsening and the accuracy of the reduction in the duration of the clock (autonomy) from one fully wound spring - it need a service. IF the watch is dirty - allow the watch to run down, don't wind it again until you have it serviced by a qualified watch repair expert. Dust will absorb and remove important lubricants and cause the movement pieces to wear down. To clean the case, dial and crystal you should use a cloth that does NOT leave fibers as these may get caught up in the movement. Check with your Watch repair expert to get an appropriate cloth. Keep your antiques watch away from magnets. Strong magnetic fields may affect the accuracy of your watch since some vintage watches were made with iron based components in the movement. Most Cases and Covers are fine components and will not handle abuse well. The watch should not be shaken, beaten, or stressed. Antique watches generally experience an error of up to 5-7 minutes a day. Any accuracy of +- 5 minutes is very good. Mechanical watch is not recommended to use for engage in extreme sports, and expose them to excessive vibration loads. Recoil force, which take on the clock, affect their reliability and precision. No matter how perfect was not anti-shock mechanism, there is always the chance of excessive load that details of the mechanism can not survive. Watch with calendar. It is not recommended to adjust, the date between 20.00 and 06.00, because at this time involved a mechanism for automatic adjustment date. Translation pointers calendars manually in this position arrows may damage the mechanism. Date changes should be made, relegating pre-clockwise to lower sector of the dial (for example, to position 6 (18.00) hours). Chronograph watches. In most cases, these watches contain the "start/stop" button and "reset" button. It is strongly recommended not to press the "reset" if the chronograph is running. Before you use the "Reset" button need to stop the chronograph by button "start/stop". Using the "reset" when running chronograph can damage the mechanism of most models of watches. SHIPPING We ship to any country. This item will be shipped to you from Europe (Ukraine) via registered airmail with tracking number and insurance within 7-14 days (except for the weekends and holidays) after the payment is fully received. Typical Delivery Time European Countries: about 7-10 days; USA, Japan & other: about 10-14 days. NOTE: Delivery time may increase because of postal services and/or customs. Please, don't worry and check location of your parcel using provided tracking number. In spite of delays all our previous lots have been successfully delivered! The item will be packed very carefully! RETURNS/REFUNDS You have 3 days to contact us and 5 days to return it from the date it was received. If this item is in your possession more than 3 days, it is considered used and we will not issue you a refund or replacement. There are no exceptions! All returned items must be in the original packaging and you must provide us with the shipping tracking number, specific reason for the return, and your eBay ID. 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Price: 55 USD

Location: cherkassy, сherkaska oblast

End Time: 2025-01-21T19:51:08.000Z

Shipping Cost: 12 USD