Slava 2427 Soviet Automatic Watch, 27 Jewels, USSR 1980s
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Slava automatic wristwatch from the Second Moscow Watch Factory, powered by the 27-jewel caliber 2427 and dating to the 1980s, circa 1986. This example is all original and has been serviced, making it a strong collector-grade piece with the right Soviet-era details.
The Look
The black dial gives this Slava a purposeful, sharply dressed presence, framed by a cushion-shaped chrome-plated case that wears broader than a simple round watch. Baton hour markers keep the layout clean, while the steel hour, minute and central seconds hands add a bright contrast; the white hand inserts bring definition without luminous material. The dial is signed Automatic, Slava, 27 Jewels, Made in USSR, exactly the kind of wording collectors like to see on an export-era Soviet piece. An acrylic crystal completes the period-correct feel, with the warm visual softness that suits vintage watches especially well.
Inside the Case
Inside is the Slava caliber 2427, an automatic mechanical movement from the Second Moscow Watch Factory. It is a practical Soviet automatic with day, date and central seconds, recently serviced for reliable wear.
- Caliber: Slava 2427
- Jewels: 27
- Beat rate: 18,000 beats per hour
- Power reserve: 40 hours
- Functions: Day, date, central seconds
- Shock protection: Balance shock protection
Case and Specifications
- Manufacturer: Second Moscow Watch Factory
- Era: 1980s, circa 1986
- Case shape: Cushion
- Case material: Brass
- Coating: Chrome
- Caseback: Screw-down
- Caseback engraving: 343665
- Crystal: Acrylic
- Diameter: 37 mm excluding crown
- Lug-to-lug: 44 mm
- Thickness: 13 mm
- Net weight: 112 g
The Strap
The watch is fitted with its original Slava stainless steel bracelet, a welcome detail for collectors who prefer a complete period-correct setup. The bracelet is in vintage condition and uses a double-folding clasp.
Condition and Service
The dial is in good condition with no visible damage, which is important on a black-dial Soviet automatic where marks tend to show quickly. The case shows light signs of use, including scratches and rubbing to the chrome finish, consistent with a vintage watch that has been worn rather than stored away. The screw-down caseback is also in good condition, with small scratches.
This watch has been serviced on 10 August 2026. The service included complete disassembly, cleaning, ultrasonic cleaning, lubrication and precision adjustment. The watch is described as all original.
Why This One Is Interesting
This Slava brings together several collector-friendly details: the 27-jewel automatic caliber 2427, black dial with Made in USSR signing, cushion chrome case and original Slava stainless steel bracelet. The serviced condition makes it especially appealing for someone who wants a vintage Soviet automatic that can be enjoyed on the wrist, not just kept in a box.
What's Included
- Slava automatic wristwatch
- Original Slava stainless steel bracelet
Overview
- Year
- circa 1986
- Period
- 1980s
- Factory
- Second Moscow Watch Factory (2MWF)
- Gender
- Men's
Movement
- Movement
- Automatic
- Caliber
- 2427
- Jewels
- 27 jewels
- Beat rate (bph)
- 18000
- Lift angle
- 50°
- Power reserve
- 40 hours
- Shock protection
- Shock-protected
Case size
- Diameter (Ø)
- 37 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 44 mm
- Thickness
- 13 mm
- Weight
- 200 g
Case
- Case material
- Brass
- Case finish
- Chrome-plated
- Case shape
- Cushion
- Caseback
- Screw-down
- Caseback engraving
- 343665
Dial, hands & crystal
- Dial color
- Black
- Dial markers
- Baton
- Hands color
- Steel
- Seconds hand color
- Steel
- Hands accent color
- White
- Crystal
- Acrylic
- Lume
- No
Strap
- Strap
- Included
- Strap material
- Steel bracelet
- Clasp
- Double-folding clasp
- Strap condition
- Vintage
- Strap origin
- Original
Functions
Condition & service
Condition: Fully serviced
Originality: All original
Last serviced: 10.08.2026
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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