Vintage Raketa USSR Watch Cal. 2609.HA – 1980s Gold-Plated Soviet Mechanical Watch

Description Vintage Raketa USSR Watch Cal. 2609.HA – 1980s Gold-Plated Soviet Mechanical Watch

Vintage Raketa Wristwatch – Caliber 2609.HA – Made in the USSR

Overview

This beautiful vintage Raketa wristwatch was manufactured in the 1980s at the Petrodvorets Watch Factory (Leningrad, USSR). The timepiece features a gold-plated brass case with the marking AU and a fixed patterned bezel. The watch has undergone a complete professional service, including full disassembly, ultrasonic cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment of all components. It keeps accurate time.

Dial and Hands

The textured gold dial features elegant black Arabic numerals enclosed within decorative circular patterns. The center displays the original Raketa logo and the Soviet Quality Mark below it. The inscription “Сделано в СССР” (“Made in USSR”) is placed at the bottom of the dial. The watch retains its original blued-steel hands, which harmonize beautifully with the gold-tone dial.

Case and Crystal

The case is made of gold-plated brass (AU marking), measuring 34 mm in diameter, 39 mm from lug to lug, and 10 mm thick including the crystal. The fixed bezel is engraved with a fine decorative pattern, giving the watch a distinctive vintage look. The crystal is domed and made of plastic.

Case Back

The snap-on case back is made of stainless steel, ensuring durability and resistance to corrosion.

Movement

Inside beats the reliable Soviet manual-wind movement Raketa Caliber 2609.HA, marked with “SU” (Soviet Union) on the plate. Technical specifications:

• Manual winding mechanical movement
• Jewels: 19
• Frequency: 18,000 vibrations per hour
• Power reserve: approx. 40 hours
• Shock-resistant balance
• Produced by the Petrodvorets Watch Factory

Strap

The watch comes with a brown faux-leather strap that fits 18 mm lugs, complementing the warm tones of the gold case and dial.

Condition

Fully serviced and in excellent working condition. All components are original Soviet-made parts. The watch runs precisely and is ready to wear or add to a vintage timepiece collection.