Rare Slava 2428 Mechanical Watch from USSR – 26 Jewels Movement, Dual Calendar, Authentic Soviet Men’s Wristwatch

Description Rare Slava 2428 Mechanical Watch from USSR – 26 Jewels Movement, Dual Calendar, Authentic Soviet Men’s Wristwatch

Slava 3101801 — Vintage Soviet Mechanical Watch Cal. 2428 (26 Jewels, 1980s USSR)

The Slava 3101801 is an authentic Soviet wristwatch produced at the Second Moscow Watch Factory in the early 1980s. This exact model is listed in the official USSR watch catalog of 1983, confirming its originality and collectible status. The watch features the reliable Slava caliber 2428 mechanical movement, fully serviced and ready for daily wear or display in a vintage collection.

Dial and Design

This timepiece showcases a refined matte white dial with Roman numeral hour markers, hour and minute hands in steel color with black inserts, and a central red seconds hand. At 3 o’clock, the framed day and date window adds balance and clarity — Sundays are highlighted in red, a distinctive Slava design feature. The minimalist layout and symmetry give the watch a timeless, elegant Soviet-era character.

Movement and Technical Details

• Caliber: Slava 2428 mechanical movement
• Jewels: 26
• Power reserve: approximately 46 hours
• Functions: day + date with quick-set pusher at 2 o’clock
• Beat rate: 18,000 vibrations per hour
• Winding type: manual
• Shock protection: balance protected against impacts

Case and Dimensions

• Material: chrome-plated brass case
• Caseback: stainless steel, screw-down type, marked “Made in USSR”
• Size: 39 × 44 mm
• Thickness: 10 mm (with crystal)
• Lug width: 18 mm

Condition

This watch remains in good vintage condition with minor signs of age such as light scratches and small scuffs on the case. The movement has been professionally serviced — fully disassembled, ultrasonically cleaned, lubricated, and reassembled. It runs accurately and reliably. The watch is fitted with a new vintage-style faux-leather strap and a steel-colored buckle.

Why Choose This Watch

The Slava 3101801 is a fine example of practical Soviet engineering — durable, precise, and full of personality. Its elegant Roman numeral dial, dual calendar, and authentic Soviet charm make it stand out among collectible USSR timepieces. Whether you are a watch enthusiast or simply appreciate genuine mechanical craftsmanship, this Slava offers historical value and timeless appeal.

Included

• Original vintage Slava 3101801 watch (fully serviced)
• New vintage-style faux-leather strap
• No box or papers unless arranged separately

Interested collectors are welcome to request additional photos or details. This serviced and well-preserved Soviet Slava will make a strong addition to any vintage watch collection.