Vintage ZIM Soviet Mechanical Watch Cal. 2602 USSR 1980s Classic Men's Watch
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Vintage ZIM Soviet Wristwatch – Striped Brown Dial, Cal. 2602, USSR 1980s
This authentic vintage ZIM mechanical wristwatch was produced in the USSR during the 1980s by the Maslennikov Watch Factory. It features a distinctive and visually striking dial design that gives the watch a unique character.
The dial has a warm brown tone with horizontal dark stripes and a fine speckled texture across the surface, creating a dynamic, almost shimmering visual effect depending on the light. Large white Arabic numerals contrast sharply against the background, ensuring excellent readability. A small seconds subdial is positioned at 6 o’clock, completing the classic and balanced layout.
The chrome-plated case shows visible signs of wear consistent with age, adding to its authentic vintage appeal. The acrylic crystal has light scratches typical for a watch of this era.
Key Features
- Brand: ZIM (Maslennikov Watch Factory, USSR)
- Period: 1980s
- Movement: Mechanical, manual winding – Caliber 2602
- Jewels: 15
- Dial: Brown dial with horizontal stripe pattern and textured finish
- Layout: Small seconds at 6 o’clock
- Case: Chrome-plated, visible vintage wear
- Case Size: 34 mm (without crown) × 42 mm
- Lug Width: 18 mm
- Crystal: Acrylic, light scratches
- Condition: Good vintage condition with normal signs of use
- Service: Fully serviced on February 14, 2026 – cleaned, oiled, adjusted, running well
Technical Specifications (Caliber 2602)
- Diameter: 26.55 mm (11.5‴)
- Height: 3.9 mm
- Power Reserve: approx. 37 hours
- Frequency: 18,000 vph
- Escapement: Swiss lever
- Winding: Manual
A Collectible Piece with Character
This ZIM watch combines reliable Soviet engineering with a bold and recognizable dial design. Its unusual striped texture makes it stand out from more typical vintage models, making it a strong addition to any collection or a unique everyday accessory.
Authentic USSR vintage watch with distinctive design and mechanical reliability.
Overview
- Period
- 1980s
- Factory
- Maslennikov (ZIM)
- Gender
- Men's
Movement
- Movement
- Mechanical (hand-wound)
- Caliber
- 2602
Case size
- Diameter (Ø)
- 34 mm
- Weight
- 100 g
Case
- Case material
- Chrome-plated
- Case finish
- Chrome-plated
Dial, hands & crystal
- Dial color
- Brown
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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