Slava Big Numerals, Cal. 2428, Men’s Manual Wind Vintage Watch, 1988

Large numerals define this late-Soviet Slava

The 37 mm case and 44 mm lug-to-lug measurement give this Slava a balanced vintage presence, while the broad cushion-shaped body makes it appear more substantial than a conventional round watch of similar diameter. The dark blue dial, oversized numerals and bright calendar window create an immediately practical layout. An 18 mm brown leather strap adds warmth and keeps the watch easy to wear without competing with the graphic dial.

Textured blue dial with full Arabic layout

The dial has a finely textured blue surface that shifts from medium navy to darker tones as the light changes. Large applied Arabic numerals occupy the hour positions and provide the model’s defining visual feature. A white printed minute track surrounds the perimeter, with small circular plots adding another layer of reference points. SLAVA appears below 12 o’clock, while 26 JEWELS and MADE IN USSR are visible in the lower half.

Day-date display and broad central handset

A large framed day-date aperture sits at 3 o’clock, showing the weekday and numerical date side by side. The broad hour and minute hands have pale central inserts and contrast clearly against the blue background, while a slender central seconds hand reaches toward the outer scale. The calendar window is proportionally large, fitting naturally with the oversized numerals and emphasizing the watch’s practical everyday design.

Cushion case architecture with a quickset pusher

The silver-tone case uses a rounded cushion profile with a polished bezel and softly curved shoulders. Light surface wear is visible under close inspection, but the case retains a clean overall shape. The exact case material is not confirmed in the supplied data, so no stainless-steel or plated-case claim is made. A ridged crown is positioned at 3 o’clock, while a separate pusher is clearly visible near 2 o’clock.

Dedicated control for the calendar

The supplied product information identifies the upper pusher as the quickset control for the calendar. This gives the case an unusual two-control profile and separates calendar adjustment from ordinary winding and time setting. The crown itself is generously ridged for grip, an appropriate detail on a manual-wind watch that requires regular interaction. No crown signature is clearly visible in the photograph, so none is claimed.

New brown leather strap with light stitching

The watch is fitted with a new high-quality brown leather strap with a smooth grain and light contrasting stitches near the lugs. Its warm tone works well against the cool blue dial and silver-tone case. The strap is adjustable and is treated as a replacement component, while the watch itself is confirmed as retaining all original watch components.

Slava 2428 and its dual-barrel manual-wind construction

The confirmed Slava 2428 caliber is a manual-wind movement with a day-date complication. According to the supplied product information, the movement uses a dual mainspring barrel system intended to provide stable power delivery, and the dial visibly states 26 JEWELS. The watch is confirmed as serviced and fully operational. Buyers comparing similar mechanical pieces can explore our manual-wind vintage watches with calendar complications from the 1980s.

Big Numerals design in the context of 1988

Produced in 1988, this example reflects the functional character of late-Soviet wristwatch design through its large hour numerals, strongly framed calendar and straightforward mechanical operation. Rather than using decorative complexity, the watch builds its identity around readability and robust visual proportions. Collectors interested in related pieces can browse our Slava vintage watches with distinctive USSR-era dial designs for other period interpretations.

Serviced originality and current ownership details

This Slava is confirmed as serviced, fully operational and fitted with all original watch components. The brown leather strap is new and is not represented as an original period accessory. The dial remains highly legible, with light age-related character visible on the hands and applied numerals, while the exterior shows normal vintage wear. No box or papers are included. A 12-month warranty accompanies the watch, and water resistance should not be assumed unless separately tested.