Poljot Oversize, Men’s Manual Wind Vintage Watch, 1981

Poljot Oversize 1981 — TV-shaped geometry with broad wrist presence

The 37 mm case and 45 mm lug-to-lug span give this Poljot a substantial presence for a vintage mechanical watch. Its broad, rounded-square exterior surrounds a much smaller shaped dial opening, creating the dramatic case-to-dial relationship associated with many experimental 1970s and early-1980s designs. The brushed upper surface and polished perimeter add contrast, while the 18 mm strap keeps the watch visually anchored on the wrist.

Brown gradient dial with day-date display

The dial moves from a lighter copper-brown tone near the upper half toward a deeper brown at the lower edge. Applied rectangular hour markers sit around the perimeter, accompanied by bright green circular accents at several positions and a pale printed minute track. A framed day-date display at 3 o’clock shows both weekday and calendar date, adding practical information without overwhelming the compact dial. POLJOT and 17 JEWELS are clearly printed across the central area.

Angular hands and luminous-style hour accents

The hour and minute hands are broad, pale and sharply tapered, matching the geometric character of the case and markers. A slender central seconds hand reaches toward the outer track. The green circular plots provide a distinctive visual accent against the brown surface; because their present luminous performance is not confirmed, they are described only as visible dial details rather than as an active lume feature.

Brushed case architecture around the shaped dial

The silver-tone exterior has a broad brushed top surface with smoother polished areas along the outer edges. Its rounded corners and thick shoulders make the case feel architectural rather than conventionally dressy, while the shaped crystal and dial opening follow the same unusual geometry. Normal age-related marks are visible across the exterior. The exact case material is not stated in the supplied data, so no stainless-steel or plating claim is made.

Ridged crown and purposeful exterior proportions

A ridged crown sits at 3 o’clock and provides useful grip for winding and setting. Its compact size keeps it from interrupting the strong outline of the case. No crown signature can be confirmed from the supplied photograph, so none is claimed. The 45 mm overall length also helps the case sit with more presence than the 37 mm width alone might suggest.

New tan-brown leather strap at 18 mm

The watch is fitted with a new tan-brown leather strap with a textured surface. Its warm color complements the copper and brown dial tones while contrasting with the cool silver-tone case. At 18 mm wide, the strap is proportionate to the broad body and remains adjustable for practical wear. It is a replacement strap, while the watch itself is confirmed as retaining all original watch components.

Manual-wind operation behind the 17-jewel display

The movement is confirmed as manual wind, while no specific caliber is provided in the inventory data and none is inferred. The dial clearly states 17 JEWELS, giving one confirmed movement specification directly from the watch itself. Regular hand winding forms part of the ownership routine, reinforcing the mechanical character of this piece. Buyers comparing similar watches can explore our manual-wind vintage watches with distinctive period cases.

A bold Soviet design language from 1981

The MADE IN USSR marking at the lower edge of the dial places this example clearly within Soviet production. Its 1981 date, oversized shaped case, gradient dial and day-date arrangement create a look far removed from conservative round dress watches. The combination is visually expressive but still functional, with large hands and a clear calendar display. Related examples from the maker can be found among our Poljot vintage watches with Soviet-era mechanical design.

Serviced originality and practical ownership

This Poljot is confirmed as serviced and fully operational, with all original watch components retained. The leather strap is new and therefore treated separately from the original watch components. The dial presents clearly, with visible age-related character, while the case carries normal surface wear consistent with vintage use. No box or papers are included. A 12-month warranty accompanies the watch, supporting straightforward ownership after purchase.