This is Soviet watch POBEDA . This watch was made at ZIM Watch Factory (Zavod imeni Maslennikova) 
The watch is mechanical. "ZIM-POBEDA" has mechanical lever movement and manual winding.

Technical information:

* 15 jewels

* Diameter of a watch: 34 mm

* Thickness: 10 mm

ZIM's History:

Initially instrument-making enterprise the Samara pipe factory was created under the imperial decree for manufacture of defensive technics and an ammunition. Construction has begun in May, 1909. And 14 (on new style 27) September solemn opening a factory took place. It was the present holiday - with military parade and set of eminent visitors. Were both the governor, and military representatives, and the largest industrialists of city.

The factory has begun work. And in some years it has appeared it is simply necessary for the country: Russia has entered the First World War. Production of the enterprise has gone directly on front. Then it was necessary to go through two revolutions, civil... In 1921 Samara pipe has risen. The drought of 1920 has caused famine in the country. Besides the factory has appeared absolutely ruined. The administration together with white army has hastily left city, the equipment has been dismantled, stocks of metals and tools are taken out... It seemed, the history of a factory is ended.

But in 1923 enterprise revives. And then to it Alexander Aleksandrovich Maslennikov's name is appropriated. Together with all country of Winters lifted economy of the young Soviet country. The factory can be proud of successes of the first five-years periods by the right. In 30th years the enterprise starts to master peace production. The first in this number became the well-known watch of "ZIM".






Condition & Media: Sold exactly as shown. Review all pictures carefully; they form an integral part of the description and represent cosmetic condition.

⚠️ CRITICAL MOVEMENTS GUIDE & BUYER AGREEMENT:

⚙️ MANUAL WINDING: NO BATTERY. Powered by mainspring. Wind crown clockwise (15-20 turns) until you feel natural resistance. Do not force it. Rewind every 24-36h.

🔄 AUTOMATIC WATCHES: NO BATTERY. Powered by wrist movement. Arrives stopped due to transit. Shake gently for 30-60 seconds to start, then wear regularly.

🔋 QUARTZ WATCHES: Powered by battery. Fresh battery installed before shipping.

⏱️ VINTAGE ACCURACY & SERVICE: This is a 30-90 year old historic collectible, NOT modern quartz. Daily variance up to +/- 3 to 5 minutes is standard and expected. All timepieces are professionally inspected, tested, and serviced when necessary before listing. However, due to their antique nature, future routine maintenance or fine calibration over time remains the buyer's responsibility. Vintage watches have ZERO water resistance; keep away from moisture.

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✈️ Shipping & Customs Terms:
• Origin: Shipped from Ukraine via registered AirMail with tracking. Despite the war, our postal system works reliably and securely.
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