Rare Slava 2428 USSR Mechanical Watch – All Original, Faceted Chrome Case, 26 Jewels
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Slava “Faceted Case” Vintage Mechanical Watch — Second Moscow Watch Factory (1980s)
This is a beautiful and rare Slava wristwatch featuring a distinctive faceted chrome-plated brass case and a warm gradient dial that transitions from dark gray to golden amber. The watch represents a true example of Soviet industrial design from the 1980s — stylish, functional, and built to last. All parts of this watch are 100% original, including the dial, hands, case, movement, crown, and ZIM stainless steel bracelet.
Key details
- Brand / Model: Slava (Слава), model 571576
- Movement: Caliber 2428 — 26 jewels, manual winding
- Case dimensions: 40 × 43 mm (lug-to-lug), thickness 10 mm
- Lug width: 18 mm
- Case material: Chrome-plated brass with distinctive multi-faceted shape
- Caseback: Screw-down stainless steel with serial number and Soviet quality mark
- Bracelet: Original stainless steel ZIM bracelet with hexagonal links and double-folding adjustable clasp (stamped "ЗиМ")
- Factory / Era: Second Moscow Watch Factory (USSR), 1980s
Condition & appearance
The dial is beautifully preserved with a smooth color gradient, luminous hour markers, and sharp baton-style hands accented by a red central seconds hand. The Cyrillic day and date display adds authentic Soviet character. The faceted chrome case has a bold angular design that reflects light uniquely, giving the watch a striking appearance from every angle. Light signs of age are present, consistent with careful wear and time. All components — dial, crystal, crown, caseback, and bracelet — are original and have never been replaced.
Movement information — Slava Caliber 2428
The Slava 2428 is a reliable manual-wind mechanical movement developed and produced at the Second Moscow Watch Factory. Known for its durability and precise construction, it was widely used in mid- to high-grade Slava watches during the 1970s–1980s. The movement features:
- Type: Manual wind, 26 jewels
- Diameter: 32.2 mm (13 lignes)
- Height: 4.85 mm
- Mounting diameter: 29.0 mm
- Stem height: 2.85 mm
- Mounting height: 4.1 mm
- Power reserve: approx. 47 hours
- Frequency: 18,000 vibrations per hour
- Lift angle: 49°
- Complications: Sweep second, day, and date
- Date quickset: Quick date change by pressing a small button on the case near the 2 o’clock position
- Regulator type: Pinned (index) regulator
- Escapement: Swiss lever
- Winding type: Stem winding, stem set
This robust and service-friendly caliber was designed to be easily maintained, offering stable accuracy and long service life — a hallmark of Soviet watchmaking. The quick date adjustment button near 2 o’clock is a practical and distinctive feature that sets Slava watches apart from most other Soviet designs of the era.
Service status
Fully serviced by a professional watchmaker on 11/06/2025. The movement has been disassembled, cleaned, lubricated, and regulated. The watch runs reliably and keeps good time.
History & appeal
Produced at the renowned Second Moscow Watch Factory, Slava watches were among the most respected Soviet civilian timepieces. Their design combined precision mechanics with bold, modern aesthetics. This model’s faceted case and gradient dial give it a futuristic look reminiscent of late-70s and early-80s design trends. The original ZIM bracelet further enhances its authenticity and collectible value.
Why this watch is worth adding to your collection
- Completely original watch with all factory parts preserved
- Authentic 1980s Soviet design with unique faceted case
- Reliable and collectible manual movement — Slava 2428 (26 jewels)
- Convenient quick date adjustment via button at 2 o’clock
- Fully serviced and ready to wear
- Original ZIM stainless steel bracelet included
- A true piece of Soviet horological history
This Slava is not just a watch — it’s a preserved artifact of an era when Soviet watchmaking reached its peak in creativity and craftsmanship. Fully original and professionally serviced, it’s a perfect choice for collectors or anyone who appreciates vintage mechanical timepieces with authenticity, character, and soul.
Overview
- Period
- 1980s
- Factory
- Second Moscow Watch Factory
Movement
- Movement
- Mechanical (hand-wound)
- Caliber
- 2428
- Jewels
- 26 jewels
Case size
- Diameter (Ø)
- 40 mm
- Weight
- 100 g
Case
- Case material
- Chrome-plated
- Case finish
- Chrome-plated
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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