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New version of the Raketa “Russian Code”

I have the original version of this, the latest one is the nicest yet but there's another inexplicable price increase of 800 euros and all that has changed is the dial (still the same layered construction) and the design on the rotor. I refuse to…

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WRUW JUNE 2026 / ЧВСН ИЮНЬ 2026

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Missing bezel. Need guidance on what kind and where to source.

Good morning,

I am trying to find a bezel for this and this clearly seems to be missing one. Can someone guide me on what will fit, what it actually came with and where to get one?

Any info on the piece welcome as well (case type, dial info etc). It …

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My first Vostok Komandirskie (Zakaz MO) – Interesting weathered dial

Hello guys,

I wanted to share my newly acquired Vostok Komandirskie watch with you.

Bought it for 35 Euros, non-working. When I unpacked the watch it didn't tick at all. Then, I accidentally gave it the "Russian fall of doom" onto the …

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Poljot 3017 – fake or real dial?

This is my first post on this forum but I've been reading it a lot.
I have just purchased my first vintage watch which is long time aspired Poljot 3017 (Strela).
I've done my homework and read everything I could found on the subject of real v…

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Poljot Amfibia Info

Hello,

I am a new member and this is my first/introductory post.

I am a vintage watch collector and have recently started teaching myself how to service my watches. Some time ago I won a job lot auction that included this Poljot Amfibia, which was a …

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Mystery “Okeah”: High-grade sterile 17-jewel 3133 movement. Prototype or early ZIM?

Hello everyone,I would like to share a very unusual "Okeah" (Item 731) chronograph that has some mind-boggling features. I’ve been researching it for a while and would love to hear your expert opinions.

The Highlights:

-The Movement: It’s a…

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Sovietwatchstore dotcom

Does anyone have info or views on the authenticity of the site sovietwatchstoredotcom?
Specifically I see they often advertise genuine 1950s Pobeda 34-k watches that are supposed to be the same model as the one Dr.Genin strapped to Blackie for the firs…

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Franken of the week…

My contestant and personal favorite :-d

Greetings
Phil

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WRUW May 2026 / ЧВСН Май 2026

Welcome to May; I hope you have a fantastic month! Happy International Workers' Day!

Rodina:

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