Classic Vintage Soviet «Raketa» Watch (1970s, PWF) – Gold-Plated Case, with Сalendar
The "Raketa" vintage wristwatch was produced in the 1970s at the Petrodvorets Watch Factory (PWF), founded in 1721, is one of the oldest enterprises of its kind. The factory began as a stone-cutting workshop, crafting decorations and architectural elements for imperial palaces. After the post-war years, the factory shifted its focus to producing watches under the "Raketa" brand. This name became a symbol of the Soviet Union's space era, making the watches some of the most recognizable in the USSR.
The factory's watches were designed for professionals—military personnel, polar explorers, and pilots. Mechanical wristwatches with high precision and original designs became especially popular. "Raketa" watches became a valued part of collections both in the USSR and abroad, highlighting their genuine value. These timepieces are now found in antique collections, preserving the spirit of an old era. The renowned polar explorer Artur Chilingarov was among those who wore "Raketa" watches, praising their reliability even in extreme conditions.
🌍 Free Worldwide Shipping – Receive your unique timepiece wherever you are, at no additional cost, with the ability to track your order in real time using a tracking number.
🇺🇦 Expertly Restored to by Skilled Ukrainian Watchmakers - paying tribute to the legendary past, while ensuring modern precision and impeccable quality.
🛡️ 12-Month Warranty on the Mechanism – Rest assured, your watch is covered for a full year, ensuring top-notch performance and reliably every day.
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Product information
- Terms & Delivery time:
Your item will be shipped within 1-3 business days.
- All products are free shipping.
We can refund the items in such cases:
- The item arrived broken (we need a photo of damaged item)
You do not received your item within 45 days.
If you`re unhappy with your order for any reason, please, contact us and we`ll do our best to resolve the problem quickly.
Buyer pays return shipping. Shipping item back via registered mail only so the package can be traceable.
Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.
- 1 Year International Warranty. The warranty does not cover mechanical damage to the mechanism, damage to the glass and moisture ingress into the mechanism.
Hunting for Time
Our experts explore auctions, private collections, and unique offers across the country to find the most valuable Soviet watches. Each discovered mechanism is a piece of history, given a second chance through our efforts. We choose only models worthy of restoration and a new life.
Restoration by Experts
Our watchmakers, with over 20 years of experience, meticulously restore each piece. We carefully disassemble, clean, and replace worn parts with original ones, preserving the watch’s authenticity and ensuring it works as it did decades ago.
Perfect Accuracy
After restoration, each watch undergoes multiple stages of testing. We check its accuracy, reliability, and overall condition. This ensures that every timepiece you receive works flawlessly. Only watches that fully meet our rigorous quality standards become part of our collection.
F.A.Q.
Box
Beautiful gift wooden packaging for you as a gift
Shipping
We ship worldwide insure your package. Free shipping with tracking code.
UNITED STATES - Standard, Priority USPS
UNITED KINGDOM - 7-10 Business Days
EUROPEAN UNION - 7-15 Business Days
Serviced
All watches at are professionally serviced by our trusted watchmakers and are guaranteed to be in perfect condition.
Warranty included!
Timeless Heritage for Collectors
An Investment in Rarity and Value
The Raketa, created in 1970s by the PWF factory, is not just an accessory but a true rarity. Such models are no longer produced, and their numbers diminish with each passing year. This makes them genuine artifacts of time, sought after by collectors and connoisseurs of unique items around the world.
Each piece is an asset with increasing value. The vintage watch market shows consistent growth, and the value of such models rises annually. By acquiring a Raketa, you are investing in a rare and limited heritage that retains and multiplies its value over time.