🕒 Vintage Soviet Vostok Dress Watch c.1980 | 17 Jewels | Minimalist Dial | Leather Strap | USSR
Description:
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Step
into history with this authentic piece of Soviet industrial design.
This classic Vostok wristwatch from the 1980s is a testament to robust
and reliable Soviet engineering, now ready to add a touch of minimalist
vintage charm to your collection.
📜 History & Origin:
This timepiece was crafted at the legendary Chistopol Watch Factory in the USSR, around 1980.
Vostok watches are renowned for their durability and straightforward
mechanics, often considered "the Soviet workhorse" for their ubiquitous
presence and trusted performance during the Cold War era.
🔍 Key Features & Details:
Movement: Reliable manual-wind mechanical movement. Equipped with 17 jewels for smooth operation and longevity. The watch is running but has not been recently serviced — a perfect candidate for a cleaning and oiling by an enthusiast.
Dial: Elegant white/cream matte dial with a minimalist aesthetic. Classic baton markers and black dauphine hands create a clean, stylish look. Light patina adds character and authenticity.
Case: Compact chrome-plated case measuring 34 mm in diameter (excluding crown) — a classic vintage size suitable for men or women. Features a stainless steel screw-back case with the factory emblem.
Strap: Fitted with a brand-new, high-quality black genuine leather strap (18 mm lug width), ready to wear.
Crystal: Original acrylic (plastic) crystal .
⚙️ Condition — PLEASE READ CAREFULLY:
Vintage/Pre-owned Condition: The watch is sold "as-is" in used condition, consistent with its age of 40+ years.
Signs of Wear: Light patina on the dial, scratches on the crystal, and scuffs/minor plating loss on the case edges and lugs (honest wear). This is honest patina that tells the story of the item's life.
Service Status: Not serviced recently. It may require regulation for optimal timekeeping. Ideal for enthusiasts, collectors, or as a restoration project.
📦 What You Get:
Vintage Vostok Wristwatch.
New leather strap.
Carefully packed for secure shipping.
🎯 Perfect For:
Collectors of Soviet/Russian watches and memorabilia.
Lovers of minimalist vintage dress watches.
Anyone seeking a unique, conversation-starting accessory with history.
A great gift for history, engineering, or retro style enthusiasts.
An affordable entry point into vintage watch collecting.
🚚 Worldwide Shipping:
Item will be shipped within 1-2 business days after payment is cleared.
Shipped via registered mail with tracking. The tracking number is valid for the entire route. Once it leaves the country of origin, please use your national postal service website for further tracking (same number).
Carefully packaged for full protection.
Combined Shipping Available! If you are purchasing multiple items, please contact me before paying so I can send you a combined invoice with reduced shipping costs. If you have already paid for items separately, I will refund the shipping overcharge.