Vintage Russian Raketa Star Wars Watch Day Date Mechanical Wristwatch
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Vintage Raketa “Star Wars” Watch – Russian Mechanical Day-Date Watch – 1990s
An original vintage mechanical Raketa wristwatch produced in Russia during the 1990s, featuring the iconic octagonal “Star Wars” case design highly appreciated by collectors of Soviet and post-Soviet horology.
Manufactured by the famous Petrodvorets Watch Factory, this model stands out with its futuristic geometric case, exposed bezel screws, and textured silver-tone dial.
Movement
- Original Raketa 2628.Н mechanical movement
- Manual winding
- 19 jewels
- Day and date complication
- Central seconds hand
- Approximate power reserve: up to 40 hours
- Reliable Soviet/Russian-made construction
The watch has been professionally serviced: fully disassembled, cleaned in ultrasonic bath, lubricated, reassembled, and adjusted for stable operation.
Case & Dimensions
- Case material: chrome-plated brass
- Distinctive octagonal case with visible front screws
- Width: approx. 34.5 mm including crown
- Height: approx. 38 mm
- Thickness: approx. 11 mm
- Lug width: 18 mm
- Flat faceted crystal
- Stainless steel snap-back caseback
Dial
- Textured silver-tone dial
- Applied gold-tone hour markers
- Black hour and minute hands
- Day and date display positioned at 3 o’clock
- Original Raketa logo
Bracelet
- Vintage Soviet stainless steel bracelet
- New old stock (NOS) ZIM bracelet
- Expandable and adjustable construction
- Double folding clasp
- Comfortable fit and period-correct appearance
Condition
The watch remains in good vintage condition with minor signs of age and careful use. The case retains its original geometry and overall appearance very well. Dial and hands are well preserved. The movement runs properly after service.
Please examine photos carefully, as they are part of the description.
Collector’s Notes
Collectors often refer to this Raketa model as the “Star Wars” watch due to its bold sci-fi inspired design. Its unusual angular case and industrial styling make it one of the most recognizable Raketa watches from the late Soviet and early post-Soviet era.
A distinctive collectible mechanical timepiece for enthusiasts of vintage Eastern Bloc watches, retro futuristic aesthetics, and classic Raketa engineering.
Overview
- Period
- 1990s
- Factory
- Petrodvorets Watch Factory
Movement
- Movement
- Mechanical (hand-wound)
- Jewels
- 19 jewels
Case size
- Weight
- 200 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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