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It would be great find for any collector
Up for sale is a genuinely rare and fascinating piece of late-Soviet commemorative horology – a vintage Slava mechanical wristwatch dedicated to the 500th anniversary of the discovery of America by Christopher Columbus (1492–1992).
The watch features an extraordinary black dial depicting a historical sailing ship and the inscription "COLUMBUS AMERICA", complemented by a unique commemorative bezel marked with stars and "500 AMERICA". Driven by the reliable in-house Slava 2414 manual-wind movement with date display, it comes paired with a brand-new PU leather strap. It is running smoothly and keeping accurate time!
DEFECTS: Minor age-appropriate traces of use on the case and bezel consistent with vintage collectible condition
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USSR (СССР)
MANUFACTURER: Slava (2nd Watch Factory, Moscow)
OVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale): 9
CASE
Chrome-plated case with a specialized commemorative rotating/fixed bezel ("500 AMERICA" with star markers) and a stainless steel back cover.
Condition (10-point scale): 9
Inscriptions on the back cover: Serial number 794852
GLASS
Classic clear acrylic crystal protecting the dial.
Material: Acrylic Glass
Condition (10-point scale): 9-10
DIAL
Original custom commemorative black dial featuring a detailed sailing ship graphic, "COLUMBUS AMERICA" lettering, golden hands, and a date window.
Condition (10-point scale): 9-10
Inscriptions on the dial: COLUMBUS AMERICA, date aperture
STRAP
NEW black PU leather strap
Condition (10-point scale): 10
MOVEMENT
Mechanical: Hand-winding
Caliber: Slava 2414 (Jewels)
Features
Manual wind / Stem wind
Central sweep second hand
Date calendar feature with quickset capability
Data
Mechanical hand-wound movement with calendar mechanism
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, FUNCTIONS
Width (Without crown) |
1.57 inch (40.0 mm) |
Width with crown |
1.65 inch (42.0 mm) |
Length (Lug to Lug) |
1.95 inch (49.5 mm) |
Depth (Thickness) |
0.39 inch (10.0 mm) |
Crystal Diameter |
1.18 inch (30.0 mm) |
Total Weight |
~2.05 oz (58.0 g) |
Function |
Hours, minutes, seconds, date |
Country made |
USSR (СССР) |
Dimensions of watches
HISTORY & LORE
As the Soviet Union concluded its era in the early 1990s, Soviet watch factories produced limited commemorative series celebrating global milestones. This rare Slava "Columbus America" edition was crafted to mark the 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus's historic voyage (1492–1992). Combining a striking thematic ship dial with a commemorative star-studded bezel, these limited-run timepieces have become highly sought-after collector's items representing a unique intersection of history and horology.
RECOMMENDATIONS
All Antique and vintage watches are mechanical. Repairs require precision, so please handle this historical artifact 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.
- 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.
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Date adjustment warning: Avoid changing the date manually between 21:00 and 03:00, as the automatic calendar change gears are engaged during this timeframe.
- Every 2-3 years it is recommended to service, clean, and oil vintage watches to keep them running accurately for decades to come.
- Keep your watch away from strong magnetic fields (large speakers, modern computers, magnets) since magnetic 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.
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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