RAKETA Watch Vintage Mechanical 2609 Soviet Wristwatch Men's USSR 1975. Serviced

$ 20.07

Year Manufactured: 1975 Band Material: Faux Leather With Manual/Booklet: No Bezel Color: Silver Handedness: Left Band Width: 18 mm Handmade: No Department: Men Unit Type: Unit Type: Wristwatch Case Size: 35 mm Closure: Buckle Case Color: Silver Model: RAKETA Case Thickness: 9 mm color: Silver Case Finish: Chrome Band Color: Brown Dial Pattern: Logo Dial Color: White material: Brass Reference Number: 2609HA With Papers: No Style: Casual, Classic, Standard/Classic Features: 12-Hour Dial Water Resistance: Not Water Resistant Caseback: Screwback With Service Records: No width: 18 mm Display: Analog Country of Origin: Russian Federation Watch Shape: Round Customized: No Indices: Stick Indexes, 12-Hour Dial Band/Strap: Two-Piece Strap Movement: Mechanical (Manual) Bezel Type: 12-Hour Vintage: Yes Escapement Type: Anchor Number of Jewels: 19 Jewels With Original Box/Packaging: No Brand: Raketa Lug Width: 18 mm Case Material: Brass

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RAKETA Watch Vintage Mechanical 2609 Soviet Wristwatch Men's USSR 1975. Serviced. Watches like this were often awarded to honored veterans and distinguished individuals rather than sold to the general public. "To the Participant of the Great Patriotic War 1941-1945 from the State Planning Committee of the Ukrainian SSR, May 9, 1975" . Up for sale is a truly unique piece of Soviet history: a Raketa (Ракета) mechanical wristwatch featuring the reliable 2609.HA (2609НА) movement. What makes this watch exceptional is its provenance—this was not a standard retail piece but a presentation watch , as evidenced by the engraved dedication on the case back. Case Back Engraving (translated from Russian): *"To the Participant of the Great Patriotic War 1941-1945 from the State Planning Committee of the Ukrainian SSR, May 9, 1975"* This watch was presented on the 30th anniversary of Victory Day to a WWII veteran by the Gosplan (State Planning Committee) of the Ukrainian SSR, making it a meaningful collectible with deep historical resonance. Specifications & Condition: Movement: Original Soviet Raketa 2609.HA (2609НА) manual-wind movement. Freshly serviced and running with accurate timekeeping. Case: Polished brass with chrome plating . The case is in very good condition with only minor signs of use consistent with age—no deep scratches or significant wear. Dial: Classic white dial with clean, legible indices and original hands. Presents beautifully. Crystal: Perfect condition—completely free of scratches. Strap: Fitted with a new brown artificial leather strap , ready to wear. Historical Detail: The dedication on the case back is crisp and well-preserved, adding significant collectible value. A Note on History: Watches like this were often awarded to honored veterans and distinguished individuals rather than sold to the general public. The connection to the State Planning Committee of the Ukrainian SSR (Gosplan URSR) and the specific date—the 30th anniversary of the Soviet victory over Nazi Germany—makes this piece an excellent addition for collectors of Soviet militaria, Soviet memorabilia, or vintage mechanical watches with a story.

RAKETA Watch Vintage Mechanical 2609 Soviet Wristwatch Men's USSR 1975. Serviced

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