Own something really unique!

This beautiful Russian Zarya Watch is in good condition, despite being about 40 years old. The winding mechanism works as it should and the watch runs smoothly.

Russian watches have become sought-after due to their uniqueness and build quality. There is just something about the Russian's ability to manufacture mechanical items which last forever - here the T34 Tank, AK47, Fed and Kiev cameras, Sikorsky Helicopters, MIG-27 Fighter Planes, Antonov Cargo Planes and Sukhoi Aerobatics Planes come to mind.

The history of Zarya:

(The Petrodvorets Watch Factory (Russian:  ) is one of the oldest factories in Russia. Founded by Peter the Great in 1721 as the Peterhof Lapidary Works, to make hardstone carvings, since 1945 the factory manufactures the Soviet Pobeda watches and since 1961 it has manufactured the Soviet Raketa watches. In almost 300 years of history, the factory has changed name several times. Petrodvorets is located in Saint Petersburg.

Today, the plant has dramatically cut production following the troubled years of privatization and the collapse of the Soviet Union. Despite huge difficulties in adapting to the capitalist system, Raketa is one of the few (together with Vostok and Zaria) watch manufacturers, which remained after the fall of the USSR.

Please note:

All our items are vintage and used unless otherwise stated. None of the watches which we are listing have been tested for accuracy. Most watches are collectible and sold accordingly. If you intend to use the items for accuracy purposes, it is recommended to have it serviced or cleaned, lubricated and adjusted for the best performance. Items are sold AS IS with no returns. We try to point out defects or faults and flaws. Please bear in mind that the items are used, vintage, classic and collectible. Although we have a keen eye for these vintage items, we can't guarantee accuracy or functioning due to the temperamental nature of such vintage classical equipment.