Watch : Gents Strela Poljot Chronograph Wrist Watch

The watch has a calibre 3017 19-jewel hand-winding movement which is working nicely. The movement has the factory stamp for the 1st Moscow Watch Factory, and also the serial number 06855 which dates it back to the 1960s. The watch measures 36mm diameter excluding the buttons and lugs. The case is chrome plated and has a stainless steel case back. There is light marking but all very acceptable. The lens is in good condition (some reflection showing in the photos). The signed dial is in good condition with original hands including the central chronograph hand for measuring the elapsed seconds. Two registers, one for constant seconds and the other to record up to 45 minutes. The first Strela model was introduced around 1959 and at first, it was only available to the Soviet Air Forces and a few higher-ranking officials. Designed to meet the need for more precision in measuring time in the sky and on the field. These watches were official flight gear and objects of preference given to pilots and cosmonauts over a long period of time. The Strela dial and hand design changed over time and came in quite a few versions and models, with tachymetric chapter rings, telemeter ring, with non-luminous and luminous dials. These various models were also issued under a few different names over time but today are all commonly called Strelas. The watch comes on a new leather strap. The watch comes in a new presentation box. All prices include UK postage (excluding Northern Ireland). Please contact us before placing international orders so that we can advise of shipping prices and to see if customs regulations allow us to post watches to your country. The international buyer is responsible for paying any import duties and taxes. All of our watches are checked over before listing and are also checked for accuracy which is usually within around +/- two to three minutes over 24 hours (unless otherwise stated), which is considered respectable for a vintage watch. We are a Vat registered company and all purchases are covered by Consumer Regulations. Credit / debit card purchases can be made over the telephone on 01386 750238 or you can proceed via the red 'Buy Now' button on each listing page. We are an on-line only business and do not have facilities for callers. Our offices are open from Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm. With regards to appraisals / valuations, we receive a huge number of information requests each day and unfortunately do not have the manpower to deal with them all individually. Our advice would be to contact a local auctioneer for a full appraisal.