Iskra molnija 1950's very RARE vintage USSR Soviet mechanical pocket watch

Description: 1950's very rare vintage Iskra (Molnija) mechanical open face pocket watch Made in USSR (Soviet Union, СССР) Introducing the Iskra 1950's vintage Soviet mechanical pocket watch, a timeless relic from a bygone era that epitomizes the craftsmanship and heritage of Soviet horology. Vintage Elegance: This exquisite pocket watch harks back to the glamour and sophistication of the 1950s, with its classic design and elegant aesthetic. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it exudes an air of vintage charm and nostalgia. Mechanical Mastery: At the heart of the Iskra pocket watch lies a robust mechanical movement, a testament to the ingenuity and skill of Soviet watchmakers. Designed to withstand the test of time, this intricate mechanism ensures precise timekeeping without the need for modern technology. Timeless Design: The watch features a timeless design characterized by a sleek metal case, ornate engravings. Its understated elegance makes it a versatile accessory that can be worn on any occasion, whether formal or casual. Soviet Heritage: As a product of the Soviet era, the Iskra pocket watch carries with it a rich history and cultural significance. It serves as a tangible reminder of a time when craftsmanship and quality were paramount, reflecting the ideals and values of the Soviet Union. Collector's Item: Beyond its functionality as a timekeeping device, the Iskra pocket watch is also a coveted collector's item sought after by enthusiasts of vintage timepieces. Its rarity and historical significance make it a valuable addition to any collection. Symbol of Tradition: Whether passed down through generations as a cherished heirloom or acquired as a testament to Soviet heritage, the Iskra pocket watch serves as a symbol of tradition and craftsmanship that transcends time and borders. Experience the timeless elegance and mechanical marvel of the Iskra 1950's vintage Soviet mechanical pocket watch—a true masterpiece of Soviet horology that continues to captivate and inspire collectors and enthusiasts alike. DEFECTS: it has small tracses of use COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USSR MANUFACTURER: Second Watch Factory (Slava, Russian: Второй часовой завод) OVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale): 8 CASE Condition (10-point scale): 8 GLASS Material: mineral Condition (10-point scale): 10 DIAL Condition (10-point scale): 8 Inscriptions on the dial: Iskra CHAIN Without chain MOVEMENT Mechanical: hand-winding Inscriptions on the movement: 2nd Watch Factory logo: http://www.netgrafik.ch/russian_logos.htm, serial number, 17 Jewels, 1-57 (it means that pocket watch were produced in 1nd quarter of 1957) Caliber: Molnija 3602 (Molnia 3602 H3.5, 2nd Watch Factory) https://ranfft.org/caliber/7996-Molnia-3602-H35-2nd-Watch-Factory Features stem wind and set sub second Data 16''', Dm= 36.0mm, Do= 36.5mm H= 3.5mm (winding gear +0.15mm) F= 0.5mm T= 1.6mm 15/17 jewels f = 18000 A/h power-reserve 36h Balance staff U3209 Stem W1893 Hands 1.88 x 0.98 / 0.26mm DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, FUNCTIONS Diameter 1.93 inch (49.0 mm) Diameter with crown 2.20 inch (56.0 mm) Depth 0.43 inch (11.0 mm) Crystal 1.30 inch (33.0 mm) Weight 2.22 oz (63.0 g) Function Hours, minute, second subdial Country made USSR Dimensions of watches HISTORY Slava (Russian: Cлава, meaning "Glory") watches were classic "civil" Russian watches commonly referred to as "Slava!". The Slava factory (known originally as the Second Moscow Watch Factory) was the second non-military watch maker established in the Soviet Union, in 1924. The watches of this brand have always been meant for civilian consumption, without military or aerospace pretensions. Slava's own mechanical movements feature two mainspring barrels coupled together with an idler gear. There are many versions of the movement including manual wind 2414 and 2428(double date)and self-winding 2416 and 2427 (double date). Awards: 1964 year - on the Leipzig international fair Slava tuning-fork wrist watch got gold medal 1974 year - Slava watches got gold medal at Brno fair 1975 year - gold medal at Leipzig international fair Russian movements were often introduced with a pretty name, like Molnia (=lightning). Later the movements got number codes which are often misinterpreted as calibre designation. Actually the first pair of digits indicate the diameter im millimeters (36mm here), the second the main features, e.g. 02 for manual wind with sub second and without shock devices, or 03 for the same with shock devices. While other movements got suffixes like 1, 2 or H, 2H (for new and even newer), the designation for this long line of movements remained 3602, although many modifications were applied. Even the older 3.5mm high variants and the newer with 4.65mm got no different designations, although they have almost no common parts. Also the character of the designation Molnia changed with time. First it was a calibre name, which is also written on the older variants made by the 2nd Watch Factory (brand Slava); accordingly these variants are occasionally called Slava 3602. When production was tranfered to the Chelyabinsk Watch Factory the designation remained, but extended with 3602. Molnia alone became a model name for watches with this movement. Later Molnia was registered as trademark of the Chelyabinsk Watch Factory, and the movements got the Molnia logo, a dial with hands. Unfortunately different sources give scarcely consistent informations about the evolution of these movements. This archive therefore restricts to existing samples, their features, and production periodes, as far as can be taken from signatures and informations from first owners. The respective signatures are translated. This should do for a first estimation and for successful sourcing of spare parts. family/generations: *) narrow stripes, **) Geneva stripes, ***) no decoration 3602 H= 3.5mm 2nd Watch Factory: 1948-1955: * signatures: 15 jewels, ratchet wheel: Molnia, Salut 1948-1955: ** signatures: 15 jewels, ratchet wheel: Molnia 1955-1963: ** signatures, 15/17 jewels, ratchet wheel: Molnia, Iskra 3602 H= 3.5mm, Chelyabinsk Watch Factory: 1951: * signatures: early logo (with star), 15 jewels 1952-1954: ** signatures: early logo (with star), 15 jewels 1954-1964: ** signatures: new logo (443), 15 jewels 1965-1968: ** signatures: Molnia logo (dial) under balance, 15 jewels 1968: *** signatures: Molnia logo (dial) under balance, 15 jewels 3602: H= 4.65mm Chelyabinsk Watch Factory: 1960-: ** cam disc regulator, crown wheel with separate gear for the winding pinion, mounted with 2 screws, cap-jewel settings, heavy balance with 18 screws, signatures: new logo (443), 18 jewels 1966-: ** like above, but signatures: Molnia logo under balance, 18 jewels 1967: *** else like above 1967-: *** like above, but cap jewels without settings ca. 1970: *** long regulator lever (no longer cam disc), signatures: Molnia logo under balance or on bridge, 18 jewels ca. 1970-: *** short regulator lever, signatures: Molnia logo on bridge, 18 jewels ca. 1975-1984: *** over all coarser finish, lighter balance with 12 screws to compensate higher friction losses, crown wheel with single gear for winding pinion and ratchet wheel, mounted with one screw, signatures: SU, Molnia logo under balance 1984-1985: *** like above, but additional date signature, until now noticed: 84 3 ... 85 3 ca. 1985-2008: *** base plate modified, setting-lever pin instead screw, winding wheels often without sunburst finish, signatures: uncertain, SU and/or Molnia logo under balance 3608: sweep second, base: 3602 H3.5 Chelyabinsk: 1957-1966: *** signatures: like contemporary base movements, but 16 jewels and no calibre signature 3617: chronograph on base movement 3602 H= 3.5mm 2nd Watch Factory: ca. 1952-1959: *** signatures: like contemporary base movements, but 19 jewels and no calibre signature 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. PAYMENT Total amount due includes the final auction price plus Shipping. Shipping will be determined based upon the SHIP TO address. PLEASE NOTE: Shipping does not include duties, local taxes or any other importation fees. 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. 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Price: 105 USD

Location: cherkassy, сherkaska oblast

End Time: 2024-08-21T18:09:23.000Z

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