ZIM 2602 Soviet Watch 15 Jewels Maslennikov Watch Factory Made in USSR 1970s

Description ZIM 2602 Soviet Watch 15 Jewels Maslennikov Watch Factory Made in USSR 1970s

Vintage ZIM “ZIM-2602” Wristwatch — Soviet Maslennikov Watch Factory (1970s)

Movement: ZIM 2602 (manual wind) — 15 jewels, 11½″′ size, 18,000 A/h, decentralized seconds. Originally this movement was built without shock protection; this example features an upgraded shock-protected balance. 

Overview

Classic 1970s Soviet wristwatch from the Maslennikov Watch Factory. Fully serviced in October 2025 (complete disassembly, cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment). The watch is fitted with a new black faux-leather bund-style strap in vintage design — perfect both for collectors and for daily wear.

Key Specifications

• Manufacturer: Maslennikov Watch Factory (Завод имени Масленникова)
• Country / Period: USSR, circa 1970s
• Caliber: ZIM 2602 — 15 jewels, 11½″′, 18,000 A/h, decentralized seconds, Breguet hairspring 
• Case Material: Chrome-plated brass
• Case Size: 34 × 40 mm (lug-to-lug)
• Thickness (with crystal): 10 mm
• Lug Width: 18 mm
• Crystal: Acrylic
• Dial & Hands: Silver sunburst dial with small seconds at 6 o’clock; black / blued hands
• Strap: New black faux-leather bund-style strap
• Caseback: Stainless steel snap-on (“хлопушка”)

Condition

The watch was completely serviced by a professional watchmaker in October 2025 — full disassembly, cleaning, oiling, and adjustment. The chrome-plated brass case shows light vintage wear and patina typical for its age. The silver sunburst dial remains clean and elegant, with well-preserved printed numerals. The acrylic crystal is clear, with only minor signs of use. The black faux-leather bund strap is brand new and adds a strong vintage character to the watch.

About the Movement

The ZIM 2602 is a Soviet manual-wind caliber featuring 15 jewels and a decentralized small-seconds display. It operates at 18,000 vibrations per hour and uses a traditional Breguet-type hairspring. This example has been upgraded with a shock-protected balance, increasing its reliability in everyday wear. Originally designed for simplicity and durability, the 2602 remains one of the most recognized Soviet movements among collectors today.

About Maslennikov Watch Factory

The Maslennikov Watch Factory (Завод имени Масленникова) was one of the key Soviet manufacturers of wristwatches during the mid-20th century. Known for producing robust and accessible timepieces, the factory contributed greatly to the popularization of mechanical watches in the USSR. Today, its products — especially early hand-wound models like this one — are appreciated for their authentic design and historical value.

Why You’ll Love It

• Professionally serviced and ready to wear.
• Reliable Soviet manual movement with shock protection.
• Elegant sunburst dial and blued hands — timeless vintage style.
• New vintage-style bund strap for comfort and unique appearance.
• Excellent collectible and everyday mechanical watch.

Included

• Serviced watch with original Soviet movement ZIM-2602
• New black faux-leather bund-style strap (installed)