The Raketa World Time Goroda is a vintage men's manual wind watch, ideal for both dress and casual wear. It features a captivating blue dial with applied gold non-numeral indexes and hands, along with day and date displays at 3 o'clock. The watch includes 24-hour markers and a rotating bezel inscribed with cities from around the world in Russian, allowing for easy calculation of time in different time zones. The oversized case measures 43mm without the crown, providing a substantial presence on the wrist. Powered by the fully serviced Raketa 2628.H caliber, this watch is in excellent working condition, with all functions operating perfectly. It comes with a one-year warranty, a new high-quality leather strap, and is available for worldwide shipping.
Raketa World Time Goroda 2628.H
ntroduced in the late 1970s, the Raketa World Time Goroda is a notable model from the Petrodvorets Watch Factory, one of Russia's oldest watch manufacturers. Founded in 1721 by Peter the Great, the factory began producing watches under the Raketa brand in 1961, in honor of Yuri Gagarin's spaceflight. The World Time Goroda was designed to meet the needs of travelers and those requiring time zone calculations, featuring a rotating bezel with city names from around the world. This model quickly gained popularity for its unique design and functionality, becoming a sought-after piece among collectors of vintage Soviet watches. Production continued into the 1980s, and it remains a symbol of Soviet horological innovation and style.
Renowned for its reliability and precision, the Raketa 2628.H is a hand-wound mechanical movement produced by the Petrodvorets Watch Factory. With 19 jewels and operating at 18,000 beats per hour, it features day and date complications, making it both functional and practical for daily use. Designed with a shock-protected balance and escapement wheel, this movement ensures durability in various conditions. Its solid construction and yoke winding system reflect the robust engineering typical of Soviet watchmaking. A staple in many Raketa watches, the 2628.H caliber is celebrated for its longevity and ease of maintenance.
