Vintage Raketa Watch 2614.H Caliber 19 Jewels – Petrodvorets USSR 1980s Mechanical Men’s Wristwatch
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Vintage Raketa Mechanical Watch (Petrodvorets)
This is a well-preserved mechanical wristwatch from the 1980s, made by the Petrodvorets Watch Factory (Raketa). It features a chromed case and a silver-tone dial, combining classic aesthetic with functional mechanics.
Key Features & Specifications
- Model: 4391648
- Movement / Caliber: 2614.H (19 jewels) — an improved version of the Raketa 2614 with a date mechanism.
- Movement technical details:
- Diameter: approx. 26.0 mm (11 ½ lignes)
- Beat rate: 18,000 A/h
- Instant date advance at midnight
- Quick-set date by pulling the crown
- Shock protection of “Poljot” type for balance bearings
- Additional jewels to support the calendar ring mechanism
- Year / Era: 1980s
- Case Material / Finish: Chromed metal
- Caseback: Stainless steel snap-on back with engraved dedication:
- English: “M.R. Kharchenko – 45th Anniversary of Victory”
- Russian: «М.Р. Харченко – в 45-летие Победы»
- Dial: Silver-tone, clean and well balanced, with a date window at 6 o’clock
- Case Dimensions:
- Width (excluding crown): 35 mm
- Height (lug to lug): 38 mm
- Thickness (including crystal): 10 mm
- Lug width: 18 mm
- Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, date (with quick-set)
- Springbars: Supplied with original factory springbars
- Service Status: Fully serviced by a professional in September of this year, now running reliably
Condition & Appeal
The watch is in very good condition for its age, with minimal wear on the chromed surfaces and a clear, legible dial. Its mechanical movement has been cleaned, regulated, and is ready for daily use. The stainless steel snap-on caseback with engraved dedication adds uniqueness and historical value.
Additional Options
Upon request, I can provide a matching bracelet or leather strap for an additional charge. This gives you the freedom to choose a style that fits your taste while preserving the authentic vintage character of the watch.
Historical Note
Such engraved Raketa watches were often issued as commemorative or presentation timepieces, frequently given as awards or gifts to honor important anniversaries and achievements. This adds cultural and historical significance to the watch, making it even more desirable for collectors.
This piece is more than just a tool — it’s a piece of horological heritage, showcasing mechanical craftsmanship from the Soviet era. Don’t miss the opportunity to own such a refined and historically rich timepiece.
Overview
- Period
- 1980s
- Factory
- Petrodvorets Watch Factory
- Gender
- Men's
Movement
- Movement
- Mechanical (hand-wound)
- Caliber
- 2614
- Jewels
- 19 jewels
Case size
- Weight
- 100 g
Case
- Case material
- Chrome-plated
- Case finish
- Chrome-plated
Dial, hands & crystal
- Dial color
- Silver
Condition & service
Condition: Fully serviced
Carefully packed and sent with tracking — typically 7–21 business days depending on destination.
Every watch is a genuine Soviet-era original, inspected and (where noted) serviced before it ships.
If it isn't right, return it within 14 days for a refund — just get in touch and we'll sort it out.
A Soviet mechanical watch has no battery — it runs on a tiny wound spring, just as it did decades ago. Treat it kindly and it will keep good time for many years. Here is how to wind, set and care for yours.
Winding a hand-wound watch
- Wind it off your wrist. Hold the watch in one hand so you do not put sideways stress on the winding stem.
- Turn the crown clockwise (away from you) with your thumb and forefinger, in smooth, steady turns.
- Stop as soon as you feel firm resistance. Do not force that last turn — a fully wound spring stops abruptly, and pushing past it can damage the mainspring.
- A full wind lasts roughly 24–40 hours. Winding once a day, at about the same time, keeps the watch running and accurate.
Automatic (self-winding) models
Some Soviet watches — certain Vostok and Slava models — wind themselves from the motion of your wrist. If one has stopped, give the crown 20–30 gentle turns to get it started, then simply wear it. You cannot over-wind a healthy automatic.
Setting the time & date
- Gently pull the crown out to the setting position and turn it to move the hands. Setting the time forwards (clockwise) is kindest to the movement.
- If your watch has a date, avoid changing it between roughly 9 p.m. and 3 a.m. The date mechanism is engaged during those hours and forcing it can break it — move the hands to mid-morning first, then set the date.
- Push the crown fully back in when you are finished.
Everyday care
- Keep it dry. Vintage watches are not water resistant, even if marked so decades ago. Take it off before washing your hands, swimming or showering.
- Avoid magnets — speakers, phones, laptops and magnetic clasps can magnetise the movement and make it run fast.
- Avoid knocks. Take the watch off for sport or heavy work.
- A vintage movement that keeps time to within about a minute or two a day is running well. Small variation is normal and part of their charm.
Storage & service
When you are not wearing it, store the watch flat in its box, away from heat and moisture. There is no need to keep it fully wound at all times. To keep it healthy, have it professionally serviced every 3–5 years — a clean and fresh lubrication is what lets these watches run, quite literally, for generations.
Look after it and your Soviet Time piece will outlast its battery-powered cousins many times over. If anything ever feels wrong, write to support@soviet-time.com. You can also review our Returns & guarantee. — Igor, your watchmaker
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