An exceptionally rare vintage Soviet Raketa (Ракета) mechanical wristwatch featuring an extraordinary emerald green and deep blue dial, oversized white Arabic numerals, and a distinctive angular cushion-style chrome-plated case. This is an especially unusual Raketa variation, combining a jewel-toned green center with a contrasting dark blue outer dial and bold oversized numerals.
Produced by the Petrodvorets Watch Factory during the late Soviet period, approximately the late 1970s–1980s, this watch is powered by the highly regarded Raketa Caliber 2609.НП (2609.NP), a 19-jewel manual-wind mechanical movement.
The unusual dial is the defining characteristic of this piece. Green Raketa dials are considerably less commonly encountered than the typical silver, white, black, or conventional blue variations, and the combination of an emerald green center with a deep blue outer section makes this an especially striking and collectible example.
The watch is fitted with an aftermarket green textured strap that complements the emerald tones of the dial.
Raketa watches were manufactured by the Petrodvorets Watch Factory, one of the most historically important watch factories in the Soviet Union.
The factory adopted the Raketa name, meaning "Rocket," in 1961 in honor of Yuri Gagarin's historic spaceflight. During the 1970s and 1980s, Raketa produced an enormous range of mechanical watches, from conservative civilian dress watches to highly experimental designs featuring unusual cases, colors, and dial layouts.
The variety of Soviet Raketa production is a major reason these watches remain popular with collectors. While many surviving examples feature conventional silver, cream, black, or blue dials, significantly less common color combinations occasionally appear.
This example is particularly noteworthy for its emerald green and deep blue dial, oversized numerals, and angular case design.
The defining feature of this Raketa is its exceptionally unusual two-tone dial.
The central portion has a rich emerald green color, surrounded by a contrasting dark blue outer section. The combination gives the dial a striking jewel-like appearance, particularly under changing light.
Large white Arabic numerals dominate the outer section, creating excellent contrast while giving the watch a bold graphic character.
The dial retains excellent visual character for its age. There are minor specks/fine debris visible beneath the acrylic crystal, consistent with the age and construction of a vintage Soviet mechanical watch. These are relatively subtle but are visible in the photographs.
The unusual color combination is the primary attraction of this watch and is substantially less frequently encountered than standard Raketa dial configurations.
"Raketa" / "Rocket" — the iconic brand name of the Petrodvorets Watch Factory.
The emblem appearing on the dial is the Soviet State Quality Mark (Знак качества), used on products that met designated Soviet manufacturing standards.
The movement is stamped 2609.НП, identifying the specific Raketa mechanical caliber installed in the watch.
The 2609.НП is a 19-jewel manual-wind movement from the late Soviet Raketa movement family.
The watch features a distinctive angular cushion-style case with broad shoulders and a compact vintage profile.
The chrome-plated case contrasts beautifully with the colorful dial, allowing the emerald green and blue colors to remain the visual focus.
Measurements are approximate and were taken from the physical watch.
The watch is powered by the Raketa Caliber 2609.НП, manufactured by the Petrodvorets Watch Factory.
The movement is visible in the photographs and is clearly stamped 2609.НП. It is a traditional Soviet manual-wind mechanical movement with a central sweep seconds hand.
Manufacturer: Petrodvorets Watch Factory / Raketa
Caliber: 2609.НП (2609.NP)
Type: Manual-wind mechanical
Jewels: 19
Functions: Hours, minutes, central sweep seconds
Frequency: 18,000 bph
Power Reserve: Approximately 40–44 hours
Shock Protection: Yes
Movement Era: Late Soviet
This watch is presented in authentic vintage condition, with natural signs of age appropriate to a Soviet mechanical timepiece of this era.
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Brand: Raketa (Ракета)
Manufacturer: Petrodvorets Watch Factory
Country of Manufacture: USSR
Era: Late Soviet
Approximate Production: Late 1970s–1980s
Movement: Raketa Caliber 2609.НП
Movement Type: Manual-wind mechanical
Jewels: 19
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds
Frequency: 18,000 bph
Power Reserve: Approximately 40–44 hours
Case Material: Chrome-plated base metal
Case Style: Angular cushion / tonneau
Case Diameter: ~36 mm excluding crown
Case Diameter Including Crown: ~38.5 mm
Lug-to-Lug: ~18 mm
Lug Width: 18 mm
Case Thickness: ~11 mm
Crystal: Acrylic
Dial: Emerald green center with deep blue outer section
Dial Numerals: Oversized white Arabic numerals
Dial Markings: РАКЕТА / Soviet State Quality Mark
Strap: Aftermarket green textured strap
Service History: Unknown
No service history is known.
The watch has not been tested for precision timekeeping, and no accuracy guarantee is being made. As with any vintage mechanical watch, future servicing, cleaning, lubrication, or regulation may be beneficial depending on the buyer's intended use.
The watch is offered as-found in vintage condition, with its maintenance history unknown.
This is far from an ordinary Soviet Raketa.
Its combination of an emerald green center dial, deep blue outer ring, oversized white Arabic numerals, angular chrome-plated cushion case, Soviet State Quality Mark, and 19-jewel 2609.НП movement makes this an unusually distinctive piece of Soviet horological design.
The dial in particular is what sets this watch apart. Emerald green Raketa dials are exceptionally uncommon, and this striking two-tone green-and-blue configuration is a particularly unusual variation. The jewel-toned green center gives the watch an almost tropical or gemstone-like appearance that is dramatically different from the restrained silver and cream dials more commonly associated with Soviet Raketa watches.
Combined with its compact ~36 mm case, bold oversized numerals, and unmistakable Soviet styling, this is a highly wearable but genuinely unusual vintage timepiece.
An exceptionally rare Raketa variation and a standout piece for collectors of Soviet watches, unusual Raketa dials, Cold War-era horology, and obscure vintage mechanical timepieces.
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