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It would be great find for any collector
Up for sale is a genuinely rare, iconic, and highly collectible piece of Soviet digital horology – the legendary Elektronika 5 "Lithium" (Электроника 5 Литий) Model 29360 (206B) LCD digital quartz wrist watch. Produced in the 1980s in the USSR, this unique watch was designed specifically for long-life lithium battery power (CR2025).
The watch features a crisp LCD digital display with Cyrillic day-of-week indicators (П В С Ч П С В), time, seconds, and date calendar functions. Housed in a chrome-plated case with a stainless steel back bearing the official USSR quality mark / crest. Paired with a sturdy stainless steel bracelet. Fully tested with a fresh battery installed, operational, and ready for your collection or everyday wear!
DEFECTS: Honest minor traces of wear on the case and crystal corresponding to its age
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USSR (СССР)
MANUFACTURER: Elektronika (Электроника, Angstrem / Elektronika Plant)
OVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale): 8
CASE
Classic 1980s chrome-plated rectangular case with side control buttons and stainless steel back cover.
Condition (10-point scale): 8-9
Inscriptions on the back cover: USSR Crest / Quality Mark symbol
GLASS
Acrylic crystal with integrated original black/gold "Электроника 5 Литий" mask.
Material: Acrylic Glass
Condition (10-point scale): 7-8
DISPLAY / DIAL
100% original LCD display with dark crisp digits, Cyrillic days of the week, and date display.
Condition (10-point scale): 7-8
Inscriptions on the face: Электроника 5, Литий, Сек/Календарь, Коррекция, Сделано в СССР
BRACELET
Aftermarket vintage stainless steel folded-link bracelet.
Condition (10-point scale): 9
MOVEMENT
Quartz Digital LCD
Caliber: Authentic Soviet Elektronika 29360 (206B)
Features
Digital Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
Hours, Minutes, Seconds
Date and Day of the Week Calendar (Cyrillic)
Digital time correction mode
Powered by 3V Lithium Cell (CR2025)
Data
Soviet Quartz Crystal Oscillator
Long battery life design
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, FUNCTIONS
Width (Without buttons) |
1.42 inch (36.0 mm) |
Width with buttons |
1.54 inch (39.0 mm) |
Length (Lug to Lug) |
1.63 inch (41.5 mm) |
Depth (Thickness) |
0.39 inch (10.0 mm) |
Lug Width (Strap Size) |
0.71 inch (18.0 mm) |
Total Weight (with bracelet) |
2.36 oz (67.0 g) |
Function |
Hours, minutes, seconds, date, day of week |
Country made |
USSR (СССР) |
Dimensions of watches
HISTORY & LORE
In the late 1970s and 1980s, the Soviet electronics industry launched the "Elektronika" (Электроника) brand to compete with the boom of Japanese and Western LCD digital watches. Engineered at leading scientific complexes like Angstrem and Pulsar, Soviet digital timepieces became legendary status symbols across the USSR.
The "Lithium" 29360 (206B) series represents a technological highlight in Soviet digital watch production. While standard digital watches required frequent battery changes using small AG13/SR44 cells, the "Lithium" model was engineered with an oversized battery compartment for a 3-Volt CR2025 lithium coin battery, offering unprecedented autonomy for years of continuous operation. Today, functional Elektronika "Lithium" models in good cosmetic condition are among the most sought-after Soviet digital collectibles worldwide.
RECOMMENDATIONS
All vintage digital and quartz watches require careful handling. Please treat this Soviet historical piece with respect.
- Vintage digital watches are NOT waterproof. Protect your timepiece from direct exposure to water, rain, or high humidity.
- Avoid exposing the watch to extreme magnetic fields, severe shocks, or dropping it on hard surfaces, which can damage the liquid crystal display or quartz crystal.
- When changing the battery, use a high-quality 3V CR2025 coin cell and ensure proper polarity alignment.
- To clean the case and acrylic crystal, use a soft microfiber cloth. Do not use harsh solvents or alcohol directly on the glass mask.
- Vintage LCD displays naturally show contrast variations under different lighting angles; this is a characteristic of 1980s liquid crystal technology.
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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