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It would be great find for any collector
Up for sale is a genuinely iconic and collectible piece of Soviet horology – a vintage Slava mechanical wristwatch featuring the legendary chunky cushion-shaped gold-plated case affectionately known among collectors as the "Fridge" (Холодильник).
The watch features a distinctive gradient dial with clear minute/second markings, a dual calendar window displaying the day of the week and date at the 6 o'clock position, and a classic acrylic crystal. Inside powers the robust in-house Slava 2428 manual-wind movement with 26 jewels. It comes paired with a brand-new PU leather strap and is running strong and keeping accurate time!
DEFECTS: Honest small traces of use and age-appropriate wear on the case
COUNTRY OF ORIGIN: USSR (СССР)
MANUFACTURER: Slava (2nd Watch Factory, Moscow)
OVERALL CONDITION (10-point scale): 8
CASE
Gold-plated (AU) "Fridge" style cushion case and a stainless steel back cover.
Condition (10-point scale): 8
Inscriptions on the back cover: Serial number 582985
GLASS
Classic thick acrylic crystal in good vintage condition.
Material: Acrylic Glass
Condition (10-point scale): 9
DIAL
Original vintage dial with minute scale, signed in Cyrillic "Слава" and "26 камней" (26 jewels), featuring a vertical day and date aperture.
Condition (10-point scale): 8
Inscriptions on the dial: Slava logo, 26 Jewels, Сделано в СССР (Made in USSR)
STRAP
NEW PU leather strap
Condition (10-point scale): 10
MOVEMENT
Mechanical: Hand-winding
Caliber: Slava 2428 (26 Jewels)
Features
Manual wind with double mainspring barrels
Central sweep second hand
Day of the week and date display with quickset function
Data
26 jewels
Frequency: 18,000 A/h
DIMENSIONS, WEIGHT, FUNCTIONS
Width (Without crown) |
1.46 inch (37.0 mm) |
Width with crown |
1.54 inch (39.0 mm) |
Length (Lug to Lug) |
1.77 inch (45.0 mm) |
Depth (Thickness) |
0.45 inch (11.5 mm) |
Crystal Width |
1.26x1.42 inch (32.0x36.0 mm) |
Total Weight |
~2.05 oz (58.0 g) |
Function |
Hours, minutes, seconds, day, date |
Country made |
USSR (СССР) |
Dimensions of watches
HISTORY & LORE
The Second Moscow Watch Factory (Slava) was renowned in the Soviet Union for producing reliable, stylish, and innovative timepieces. In the 1970s, Soviet watch designers embraced bold geometrical shapes, giving birth to iconic heavy cushion cases affectionately nicknamed "refrigerators" (холодильники) by horological enthusiasts. Powered by the dependable double-barrel caliber 2428, these watches represented the pinnacle of Soviet everyday luxury and engineering.
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/Day adjustment warning: Avoid changing the date/day manually between 20:00 and 04:00, 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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