Vintage USSR Vostok Mechanical Watch Cal. 2414A Chistopol Watch Factory 1980s
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Vintage Soviet Vostok Reference 491253 Mechanical Watch – Cal. 2414A – Serviced – USSR
Authentic vintage Soviet Vostok mechanical wristwatch manufactured by the Chistopol Watch Factory (USSR). According to Soviet factory catalogs from the 1980s, this model corresponds to Reference 491253.
This watch features an attractive square-shaped case, Roman numeral hour markers, a date display, and a distinctive brown dial with a beautiful naturally aged tropical patina developed over decades. Its elegant design and authentic Soviet character make it a desirable piece for both collectors and everyday wear.
Powered by the reliable Vostok Caliber 2414A mechanical movement with 17 jewels, the watch is manually wound and equipped with a quick-reading date window. The movement has been professionally serviced by a qualified watchmaker in June 2026, including cleaning, lubrication, regulation, and inspection. The watch is running accurately and is ready to wear.
Originality
This watch retains its original Soviet factory components, including the dial, hands, crown, case, movement, and calendar mechanism. All parts are original and period-correct. No aftermarket or modern replacement parts have been installed, preserving the authenticity and collector value of the watch.
Specifications
- Brand: Vostok
- Reference: 491253
- Manufacturer: Chistopol Watch Factory
- Country of Origin: USSR
- Movement: Vostok Cal. 2414A
- Type: Mechanical, hand-winding
- Jewels: 17 jewels
- Calendar: Date display
- Dial: Brown tropical dial with natural vintage patina
- Hour Markers: Roman numerals
- Case Shape: Square / Cushion
- Crystal: Acrylic
- Era: 1980s
- Strap: Leather strap
Condition
The watch is in good vintage condition with signs of careful use accumulated over several decades. The case shows age-related wear consistent with its history. The dial has developed a unique natural crackle pattern and tropical effect, giving the watch a distinctive appearance highly appreciated by collectors of vintage timepieces.
Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description and accurately represent the condition of the watch.
Collector's Note
Reference 491253 is a distinctive Vostok model from the Soviet era, combining a stylish square case, Roman numeral dial, and the dependable Caliber 2414A movement. Examples that retain all original factory components are becoming increasingly difficult to find. This watch represents an authentic piece of Soviet horological history and would make an excellent addition to any collection of vintage USSR watches.
Overview
- Reference
- 491253
- Year
- 1985
- Period
- 1980s
- Factory
- Chistopol Watch Factory
- Gender
- Men's
Movement
- Movement
- Mechanical (hand-wound)
- Caliber
- 2414A
- Jewels
- 17 jewels
Case size
- Diameter (Ø)
- 36 mm
- Lug-to-lug
- 44 mm
- Thickness
- 11 mm
- Weight
- 150 g
Case
- Case material
- Brass
- Case finish
- Chrome-plated
- Case shape
- Square
Dial, hands & crystal
- Dial color
- Brown
- Crystal
- Acrylic
- Lume
- No
Strap
- Strap material
- Faux leather
- Strap condition
- New
- Strap
- Replacement
Functions
Condition & service
Condition: Fully serviced
Last serviced: 16.06.2026
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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