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It would be great find for any collector
Up for sale is a rare collectible commemorative wristwatch produced by the Minsk Watch Factory (Luch) in 1994 - the Luch Quartz Day-Date.
This special edition features a highly unusual white dial issued for the 50th Anniversary (1944–1994) of the liberation of Belarus during WWII. The dial prominently depicts the iconic Mound of Glory memorial monument topped with the Soviet Order of Victory, alongside red anniversary dates 1944–1994 and Cyrillic script hour markers. Inside houses the reliable, original Soviet-era Luch 2350 SU quartz movement featuring a dual day and date display at 3 o'clock. Paired with a brand-new black PU leather strap, the watch is fully functional, fitted with a fresh battery, and keeping accurate time!
DEFECTS: Honest vintage condition with minor scratches, scuffs, and light plating wear on the case consistent with age - please inspect high-resolution photos.
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: Made in Belarus (Сделано в Беларуси) / Movement USSR (SU)
MANUFACTURER: Minsk Watch Factory (Luch / Луч)
OVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale): 8-9
CASE
Classic round chrome-plated case with a snap-on stainless steel back cover.
Condition (10-point scale): 8
GLASS
Clear acrylic crystal.
Material: Acrylic Glass
Condition (10-point scale): 9
DIAL
100% original white commemorative dial featuring the Order of Victory, Mound of Glory monument, Cyrillic hour numbers, and day/date window at 3 o'clock.
Condition (10-point scale): 9
Inscriptions on the dial: 1944 1994, Сделано в Беларуси
STRAP
NEW black PU leather strap
Condition (10-point scale): 10
MOVEMENT
Quartz (Battery Operated)
Caliber: Authentic Soviet Luch 2350 SU
Features
Quartz accuracy
Day & Date calendar display at 3 o'clock
Central sweep second hand
Fresh battery installed
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, FUNCTIONS
Width (Without crown) |
1.34 inch (34.0 mm) |
Width with crown |
1.42 inch (36.0 mm) |
Length (Lug to Lug) |
1.56 inch (39.5 mm) |
Depth (Thickness) |
0.33 inch (8.5 mm) |
Crystal |
1.28 inch (32.5 mm) |
Lug Width (Strap Size) |
0.71 inch (18.0 mm) |
Function |
Hours, minutes, central seconds, day & date |
Country made |
Belarus / Movement USSR |
Dimensions of watches
HISTORY & LORE
The Minsk Watch Factory (Luch) was founded in 1953 in Belarus and became one of the major watchmakers of the USSR, famous for pioneering quartz watch movements in the late Soviet period.
In the summer of 1944, Operation Bagration successfully liberated Belarus from Nazi occupation, marked by the iconic Mound of Glory memorial erected near Minsk. To honor the 50th anniversary of this historic victory in 1994, Luch produced a limited run of commemorative timepieces utilizing leftover Soviet-stamped 2350 quartz movements fitted into Belarusian-made cases, creating a unique historical crossover piece.
RECOMMENDATIONS
Although this timepiece features a precise quartz movement, please handle this vintage item with care.
- Vintage quartz watches should be protected from harsh impacts or dropping.
- 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. Any salt left in the watch will combine with moisture in the air to rust metal components of the movement, case etc.
- To clean the case, dial and crystal you should use a cloth that does NOT leave fibers as these may get caught up in the movement. Check with your Watch repair expert to get an appropriate cloth.
- Keep your watch away from strong magnetic fields (large speakers, modern computers, magnets) as extreme exposure can temporarily affect quartz step-motor operation.
- When changing time or day/date, pull the crown gently and rotate smoothly without forcing the mechanism.
PAYMENT
- Total amount due includes the final item price plus Shipping.
- Shipping charges are determined based upon the destination address. Please note that buyers are responsible for any applicable local customs procedures.
SHIPPING
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:
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European Countries: approximately 7-10 days;
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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!
RETURNS/REFUNDS
We accept returns in compliance with standard platform terms. Items must be returned in their original vintage condition as received. Return shipping costs are to be covered by the Buyer.
FEEDBACK
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Thank you for your interest in our vintage treasures!
Please let us know if you have any questions. Good luck!
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