Has anyone else comes across the CCCP watches on ebay? Just search for that. Here is a bunch of images I saved. These are really cool watches. The main reason I haven't bought one yet is that I become wracked with indecision.
I don't have the attention span to be reading a lot about watches tbh but I did find some places that are discussing these if you do like that sort of thing.
- Russian watches | WatchUSeek Watch Forums
- [Raketa] Just bought this one - what are your thoughts on russian watches? : Watches
- The Best Russian Watches From The Soviet Union - Almost On Time
Oh and I will also note that many of these are available quite cheaply from refurbishers. A few of the below run hundreds but they are primarily well below US$100. Many are below $50 and a few below $30.
prepare for outstanding cool
I don't find a gallery function on this site, I hope the format is not terribly rude.
I'm just gonna warn everyone that if you get a Soviet watch it'll probably be mechanical, as in, you'll have to remember to wind it every day or two. They might not work off a battery. That can be difficult to remember if you're not used to it.
yes you must pay attention. there are 3 types:
there are all 3 types available, it is listed in the specs. you can search for the type of movement you desire. if you are willing to go mechanical there are the widest available styles.