Raketa 24h, Cal. 2623H, Men’s Manual Wind Vintage Watch

Vintage Raketa 24h Dress Watch from 1990, men’s hand-wound Cal. 2623H with a Cyrillic world-time city ring and silver sunburst dial; a rare heritage timepiece, fully serviced and offered for sale—ideal for collectors seeking a distinctive 24-hour display.

Raketa 24h 1990 — First Impression · Cal. 2623H

This historically significant model is instantly recognizable by its 24-hour scale and city ring printed in Cyrillic. The pearly silver sunray dial breaks light into fine concentric shades, while black indices and Arabic numerals provide clear contrast. A dark tension ring around the crystal enhances optical depth and frames the information-rich layout. The gold-plated case maintains an elegant profile and comfortable presence at 40 mm, with a domed acrylic crystal that adds warm edge distortion. Overall, it’s functional classicism from late-Soviet design: an instrument for travelers and enthusiasts who want to track multiple time zones without visual clutter.

Raketa 24h — Sunburst 24-Hour Dial

The sunray finish delivers legibility and subtle dynamism. The scale is divided into 24 hours with crisply printed numerals and a railroad-style minute track. Below 12 o’clock sits “РАКЕТА,” while at 6 o’clock the state marking and factory stamp provide authentic period details. The outer world-time city ring (Cyrillic) turns the dial into a practical tool for tracking global time.

24h 2623H — Hands

Three central matte-black baton hands offer high contrast and precise reading. The hour hand completes one full revolution every 24 hours, making day/night orientation intuitive. The minute hand is extended for accurate alignment with the track, while the slim seconds hand runs steadily without distracting reflections.

Raketa 24h 2623H — Rotating World-Time Gold-Plated Case

The gold-plated case features slender lugs and an easily maintained acrylic crystal. The dark ring surrounding the crystal adds contrast and boosts the readability of the outer scale. At 40 mm, it wears with a contemporary feel yet remains discreet for formal settings.

24h 2623H — Crown

Two finely fluted crowns have separate functions: the upper crown rotates the city ring to align a reference time zone, while the lower crown handles winding and time setting. Both are unsigned and neatly integrated into the case silhouette.

Raketa 24h 1990 — Strap & Wearability · Stingray-Texture Leather

The watch is paired with a strap featuring a pronounced stingray-like texture in a light tone that contrasts elegantly with the dial and dark ring. The tactile surface adds character without disturbing the formal mood. Curved lugs help the watch sit low and comfortably, and the neutral strap color pairs easily with a blazer, shirt, or smart-casual outfits. In practice, this is a mature, everyday-wearable instrument for those who want a distinctive aesthetic with the functional story of world cities.

Raketa 24h 1990 — Movement Cal. 2623H (Manual Wind)

The Raketa 2623H is a hand-wound caliber developed specifically for a 24-hour display. It runs at about 18,000 vph (≈2.5 Hz) with a power reserve of roughly 40 hours, renowned for robust construction and straightforward servicing. Designed as a dependable workhorse, it offers clear 24h gear-train kinematics, stable amplitude, and consistent timekeeping when properly maintained. This example has been freshly serviced for accuracy, quieter operation, and easy winding—ready for another decade in a collection or on the wrist.

Raketa 24h 1990 — Heritage in Late-Soviet Design

The Petrodvorets manufacture developed 24-hour models for users who needed continuous day/night awareness—from polar latitudes to specific professional applications. The world-time city ring in Cyrillic recalls an era when informational function was paramount and the visual language remained rational. This design captures the authentic late-1980s aesthetic: technical restraint, excellent legibility, and a character that sets it apart from conventional dress watches. As a result, 24h Raketas are prized today for their historical authenticity and distinctive identity among vintage wristwatches.

Raketa 24h 1990 — 12-Month Warranty, Worldwide Shipping · Condition & Originality

This example is in attractive vintage condition with preserved printing and original parts. The movement runs properly after professional servicing; the rotating city-ring function is fully operational. With a 12-month warranty and worldwide shipping, you’re purchasing secure value. browse additional manual-wind world-time vintage watches to compare features and calibers.

Brand	Raketa
Model	24h
Condition	Used
Gender	Men’s
Caliber	2623H
Category	Dress
Production Year	1990
Dial Color	Silver sunburst
Case Diameter	40.0 mm
Case Material	Gold Plated
Movement Type	Manual Winding
Fully Serviced	Yes
Fully Operational	Yes
Original Watch Components	Yes
Warranty	12 Months

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