It would be great find for any collector or daily wearer

Up for sale is an iconic piece of horological and space history – the legendary "Штурманские" (Sturmanskie) Gagarin wrist watch. Produced by the First Moscow Watch Factory (1MChZ), these watches were originally issued exclusively to Soviet Air Force pilots. A watch of this exact model made history on April 12, 1961, when cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin wore it during the first human spaceflight into orbit.

AUTHENTICITY & RESTORATION DETAILS:
This timepiece is a high-grade professional restoration / remake designed for modern daily wear. It combines a 100% authentic, original vintage Soviet mechanical movement (1MChZ Caliber 41M, 17 Jewels) with a brand-new modern Stainless Steel case, new Gagarin dial, and new luminous hands. This setup provides the accurate vintage heart of the 1MChZ movement with the durability, shine, and water protection of a modern steel case!

DEFECTS: None. The movement has been fully overhauled and serviced. The exterior components (case, dial, hands, crystal, strap) are all brand new high-quality modern replacements.

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Movement made in USSR (СССР)

MANUFACTURER: First Moscow Watch Factory (1MChZ / 1st Moscow Watch Factory)

OVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale): 10 / 10 (NEW / Mint Condition)

CASE

Brand-new modern Stainless Steel case with a threaded ring back cover for excellent protection and long-lasting durability.

Condition (10-point scale): 10 (New)

Inscriptions on the back cover (translated): Balance Amortized - Dust & Waterproof (Баланс Амортизированный - Пылевлагонепроницаемые)

GLASS

Brand-new high-transparency protective acrylic crystal.

Material: Acrylic Glass

Condition (10-point scale): 10 (New)

DIAL & HANDS

Brand-new white Gagarin commemorative dial with crisp pilot emblem, red central seconds hand, and luminous hands for night visibility.

Condition (10-point scale): 10 (New)

Inscriptions on the dial: Штурманские, 1 МЧЗ им. Кирова

STRAP

Brand-new soft leather strap included!

Condition (10-point scale): 10 (New)

MOVEMENT

Mechanical: Hand-winding (100% Original Vintage Soviet)

Caliber: Authentic 1MChZ Caliber 41M / Sportivnie (17 Ruby Jewels)

Features
Manual wind / Stem wind
Central sweep second hand
Hack feature (stop-second mechanism)
Shock-resistant balance device

Data
11.5''', Dm = 25.95mm, Do = 26.6mm
H = 5.8mm
17 ruby jewels
f = 18,000 A/h
Power reserve: approx. 37 hours

DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, FUNCTIONS

Dimensions of watches

HISTORY & LORE

All Antique and vintage watches are mechanical. Repairs require precision, so please handle this historical timepiece with care.

• Vintage mechanical watches should not be beaten or dropped - shocks can damage the balance staff.
• Vintage watches are generally NOT waterproof. Protect your timekeeper from direct contact with water, heavy rain, or high humidity.
• If your watch becomes wet it should be dried off quickly. Carefully open all covers and use a hair drier to blow dry the movement, dial, covers, crown. This will reduce the amount of rust.
• If your watch becomes wet with any kind of salt water you should immediately immerse or spray your watch with fresh (no-salt) water to remove all the salt from the works before drying the watch completely.
• Winding any mechanical watch tight may break the mainspring. Stop winding as soon as you feel the natural resistance tightening up.
• When adjusting the hands of your watch, move them in a clockwise direction only to prevent stress on the gear train.
• If you must adjust counter-clockwise make it for small adjustments only (i.e. for minutes, NOT hours).
• Be careful and gentle when adjusting the movement speed (faster or slower). Don't make sharp movements, and don't touch the balance mechanism.
• Every 2-3 years it is recommended to service, clean, and oil vintage watches to keep them running accurately for decades to come.
• IF the watch is dirty - allow the watch to run down, don't wind it again until you have it serviced by a qualified watch repair expert. Dust will absorb lubricants and cause movement wear.
• To clean the case, dial and crystal you should use a microfiber cloth that does NOT leave fibers.
• Keep your watch away from strong magnetic fields (large speakers, modern computers, magnetic clasps) since exposure can alter the balance spring performance.
• Vintage mechanical watches naturally experience a daily deviation error of up to a few minutes. An accuracy of +/- 3 to 5 minutes a day is considered excellent for a classic timepiece.

1. Total amount due includes the final item price plus Shipping.
2. Shipping charges are determined based upon the destination address. Please note that buyers are responsible for any applicable local customs procedures and duties.

We ship worldwide! This item will be securely packed and dispatched to you from Europe (Ukraine) via registered international airmail, complete with a tracking number and insurance coverage. Shipments are processed within 1-3 business days after payment clears.

Typical Delivery Timeframes:

• European Countries: approximately 7-10 days;
• USA, Canada, Japan & others: approximately 10-14 days.

NOTE: Actual delivery speeds depend heavily on your local customs handling and postal services. Rest assured, we pack all items with extreme care to guarantee they reach your doorstep in perfect condition!

We accept returns in compliance with standard platform terms. Items must be returned in their original condition as received. Return shipping costs are to be covered by the Buyer.

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Thank you for your interest in our vintage treasures!

Please let us know if you have any questions. Good luck!