I don't think you can get anything better than a good old Poljot or Sekonda De Luxe for simple clean lines that go with anything. I have one of the larger Soviet collections out there and I do like my Sekonda De Luxes a lot but then I am a bit biased and don't think there is a bad Soviet watch ever hehe I have ranging from '47 Vostok 2602's to NH35 powered CCCP Time canteen crowns, a "1977" Zlatoust to a Poljot-uhren "Zlatousted" Poljot 3133, messing around fresh from Ukraine another Raketa perp calendar as I watched this vid :) Today's wear is my Sekonda tank auto, a much higher quality Slava tank exported to the UK market in the 70s.
@Texmotodad2 жыл бұрын
For the 2209 watch, Luch had straight line brushing on the caseback. Poljot was circular. Not a big deal but wanted you to know. Someone has worked on this watch. The dials without numbers are beautiful. Thank you for showing everyone this!
@Louiscare Жыл бұрын
Sadly, this whole Poljot is a Franken, it is indeed a Luch case like you pointed out, but if you go on the site, you can see the movement is produced by Luch too, and the dial is Chinese
@lucafwn2 жыл бұрын
60's watches were incredibly thin - I have a cheap one that is 8mm thin, and 4mm are the domed crystal! Too bad they don't make them like that any more. Today, if you want a very thin watch you must go for quartz, and even there, 8mm is a bit of a unicorn.
@BigKev19692 жыл бұрын
Tim, would you ever go on Archie's daily livestream? You're one of the few watch KZbinr's who he speaks positively of.
@shaharyarsheikh52912 жыл бұрын
Tim and I think Teddy Baldassarre and thats about it so far as I know.
@lewiscurry5622 жыл бұрын
I used to go on Archie’s stream every day a while ago and I tried in vain to get Tim on!
@brianmason7442 жыл бұрын
Positivity I love to hear it on a Friday morning. Any morning for that matter have a good day Tim.
@johnhorton26272 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim,the black vintage one is stunner!! I like the newer one too,except for the strap. It looks like an old hippy cobbled that up.In true keeping with the style an expanding band/ a nice Speidel or Fix O Flex - would do the trick! Great vid ,Cheers
@noelbattere15482 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim, this Poljot Samara has the best of two worlds: the "Russian-ality" of its design and the German manufacturing. And its price is half of a Junghans Max Bill ─the reference price I use for everything that exists─. Great! I'll keep this timepiece in mind. Thank you for this valuable information. Regards from Chile!
@henrywest72172 жыл бұрын
Interesting observations about early music education at the beginning of your post.
@roygardiner22292 жыл бұрын
Your "good mood" has put me into a good mood, too! Thanks for the interesting video. I would marginally prefer the black-faced watch but either would be pleasing to me.
@timschubardt2 жыл бұрын
I once changed the strap of a Slava for a relative, that was the most 70s watch I have ever seen.:)
@jakekaywell59722 жыл бұрын
I bet it looked fantastic!
@nusbacher2 жыл бұрын
This original Poljot is a real poke in the eye for people who suggest that watches need to be thick in order to have pleasing proportions. The case proportions remind me of the thin-cased Oris dress watches of the period. Did I miss the origins of the Poljot International movement?
@EinarHovdastad2 жыл бұрын
It’s a Russian Poljot caliber 2609. One of many Russian quality movements.
@lukejohn61392 жыл бұрын
Spot on about music, war and watches this week Caseback Tim. Such slim, elegant watches. There's definitely something especially austere about a black watch tagged "Made in USSR' :)
@H0kram2 жыл бұрын
A friend of mine was looking for a russian vintage watch last year, I suggested him to write to Julian Kampmann ( this piece was not on the website ) and this old Poljot is what he came up with. I have seen it in the flesh, it's a beauty! as usual Julian was a real gentleman, it's great to be able to recommend a seller in all confidence too.
@terencemangan91932 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed this ep. Thank you. Suggestions more NOS and larger size 39-40+ vintage. Cheers.
@calistomon2 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Have bought a couple of watches from Julian and you get great service. Just got a lovely Glashutte GUB from him.
@thecreativecurator78292 жыл бұрын
Yes! The watch I have been hoping you would cover. Wonderful, Soviet and surprisingly sharp.
@evanmc602002 жыл бұрын
Spring WILL be great…it’s in our hands 😊
@jeanducheamps76972 жыл бұрын
And yet another great video! As a fan of Poljot myself, it’s refreshing to watch a pro review these watches. 👍
@glennvn2 жыл бұрын
Julian is the best! always great service :)
@TheDonCucaracho2 жыл бұрын
I second the russians being great musicians. When I was in Germany, there was this ever half-smiling guy, deep light blue eyes, always with leather long coats. He looked like out of a Bond movie I shit you not. Then he took a guitar at the Wohnheims bar and started playing Bossa Nova like a god. I was always both afraid and amazed by him lol
@CasebackWatches2 жыл бұрын
Bossa Nova?! :-D Love it.
@WATCHingJames2 жыл бұрын
Great looking watch. There is some bargain vintage Poljots out there.
@Efendi_Bass2 жыл бұрын
The Poljot DeLuxe is absolutely astonishing. I am definitely sold. And now I have to find one.
@magicdidel4382 жыл бұрын
Hallo Tim, Thank you for this video. great watches
@CasebackWatches2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@michaelbedford80172 жыл бұрын
Russian design, and especially music, is a wonder to behold. Prokofiev is my favourite. Despite having to work under Stalin, he produced some of the funkiest original pieces ever.
@jakekaywell59722 жыл бұрын
Russian Constructivist graphic design pieces are unlike any other bit of artwork out there in their sheer presence. I love them!
@anthonysmith29822 жыл бұрын
Great upload Tim. I’m glad you mentioned G. U. B. There’s a vintage Poljot piece I was thinking of that shares the same case as the vintage piece that sports the same over-sized and stylised arabics that I always associate with old G.U.B and new Glasshutté Original pieces. Beautiful watches. I love how the indices are engraved into the dial and the black and gold... Both stunning, basic and reliable watches for the working man. There's a quiet dignity to that. Re. the '2 stitch' straps; I'm not a fan, and as far as I'm concerned they are not particularly representative of vintage straps which were (I think) much more likely to have a single row of stitching across the entire strap, which is a much cleaner look for a cheap strap. Thanks Tim.
@Punisher94192 жыл бұрын
I have been wearing my Poljot Strela 3133 none stop every day for the past 3 or so years. It has never stopped, I always keep it wound up. It's about +/- 10-5 seconds a day. I got it from Julian as well. Shame about the dent I put into the watch late last year, the micro scratches aren't a problem though as they are jsut signs of wear.
@elmatroso71252 жыл бұрын
I am a big fan of those old Poljots. I have rare DeLuxe in dark burgundy, original soviet Ocean model and Stadium in blue. L-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-l-ove it.
@martenniinemagi92182 жыл бұрын
The vintage Poljot de Luxe wears super comfortably. One of my favourite watch, superlight. You notice the bulkiness of the others watches afterwards. It was one of the thinnest Soviet movements, about 2,9 mm.
@pascaldelaunay47402 жыл бұрын
The first one, the Samara looks beautiful and is very interesting. A possible buy ! Thank you ! great idea !!
@chinaman12 жыл бұрын
Hi Tim, could take a look at the poljot bolshoi vintage? I think it's a very nice looking watch, even though I think the hands are a bit stretching
@davidlloydjones7522 жыл бұрын
I've bought several times from Julian. My first port of call when looking to add something to my (Russian) collection.
@Konsaliki2 жыл бұрын
Damnit... That gold-plated NOS looks magnificent! I think I have to own one of those. 😩
@anonimushbosh2 жыл бұрын
Been tempted by these a few times. On ebay they have a few 35mm examples with the utterly gorgeous elongated numbers at the quarter hour segments.
@calypso222 жыл бұрын
I saw those and eventually bought one with a white dial. Lovely watch with a nice vintage movement. Very Bauhaus dial and so thin.. Very pleased with it. Case and face are new with a vintage movement.About $60.
@anonimushbosh2 жыл бұрын
@@calypso22 The small size put me off but that black one looked perfect on Tim. I should have known better... few years ago my daily was a 36mm that I often thought was too big. How things change!
@franchesderden731811 ай бұрын
У меня в коллекции имеются poljot de luxe 29 jevels. С автоподзаводом. Они с позолотой 20 микрон и серебристым циферблатом. Они завораживают своим видом. Ношу их с огромным удовольствием. Не знал что poljot вновь что то выпускает. Очень интересное видео спасибо!
@CasebackWatches11 ай бұрын
Пожалуйста.
@brynybach77412 жыл бұрын
A lovely watch Tim, but what's the point of an exhibition case back on such a plain looking movement. I would just prefer a simple and probably cheaper metal case back.
@the_9ent2 жыл бұрын
You can buy the black vintage model NOS on eBay for less than £50. Why would you pay €245 for it?!
@CasebackWatches2 жыл бұрын
Serviced and with warranty?
@the_9ent2 жыл бұрын
@@CasebackWatches Wouldn’t necessarily need servicing if it is genuine NOS. Guess it depends if you think the extra €200 is worth it for peace of mind.
@CasebackWatches2 жыл бұрын
@@the_9ent I was told often, that after some decades the lubrication is gone. But you're right, it's not a full service.
@jamesblonde22712 жыл бұрын
Been tempted by those Stasi NOS for a while, I prefer the Marlin style arabics tho
@res00xua2 жыл бұрын
Got another first like on a favorite channel. Good way to start my day!
@CasebackWatches2 жыл бұрын
Congrats and thanks! ;-)
@andrew_owens76802 жыл бұрын
Can you do Baltic? They are coming out with some stunning watches.
@elmatroso71252 жыл бұрын
Oh, and my 2 cents about Samara. I'd say it's case is much closer to '65 Lemania style then to vintage Poljot which is closer to '60 Seamaster. It is cool looking watch, but...
@SingleTrackMined2 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Tim. No need to justify feeling good. We have to feel good or the bad juju wins. Beautiful watches, I'm going to be checking ebay, maybe get lucky. Great work, I always enjoy the vids.
@CasebackWatches2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@anthonysmith29822 жыл бұрын
For anyone who’s interested, I just came across a seller on eBay who’s selling the 36mm vintage Poljot with gorgeous elongated arabics at the quarters for ~ $85 USD. Very cool looking watch, can’t vouch for the European based seller or the watch, but I’m happy to try to steer you towards the listing if interested. ✌🏼
@ItsNeverTooHot4Leather2 жыл бұрын
Just another example proving why vintage is king.
@jazzman559810 ай бұрын
Superb vid Tim. Thanks
@CasebackWatches10 ай бұрын
Thanks for watching.
@jjbuckmaster70592 жыл бұрын
I very much like the first watch… Minimalist styling, yet looks refined! Thank you for the review and comparison.
@idid18662 жыл бұрын
Both are nice, especially the Samara!
@mph200002 жыл бұрын
That black watch is KGB pimpin’
@jakekaywell59722 жыл бұрын
Not pimp as much as elegant and restrained. Very on-point for a dress watch.
@pmwheatley2 жыл бұрын
I think the Russian approach to music is spot on!
@DrJens-pn5qk2 жыл бұрын
Warum ist die Rückseite abgeschliffen? Einige meiner 60er Jahre Uhren haben das leider auch. Meine Vermutung war bisher, dass der Vorbesitzer eine Widmung entfernen wollte. Aber bei einer NOS Uhr kann das ja nicht die Erklärung sein. 🤔
@philspencelayh54642 жыл бұрын
I prefer the Black one but they are both nice. A bit more finesse than you get from Vostok.
@naleenperera1969 Жыл бұрын
The Military High-Tech Mighty Russia Knows Highly Sensitives Music Matters Than The West As Well They're Truly Inspired With The Stunning Mechanical Engineering Skills.
@over2seeyer Жыл бұрын
as much as i like the black dial i feel that it won't go well with clear shirts
@munja21112 жыл бұрын
I have bought poljot de lux from ebay for 70eur i i love it ❤
@UpfulWarrior3 ай бұрын
Legendary 2609. The first watch in space.
@deedee85682 жыл бұрын
Super. Love it. That's all.
@deedee85682 жыл бұрын
2209 watches abound but it's thinness, coupled with the back of watch sitting higher than the lugs (see profile), has put me off as it will (?) not sit against the wrist.
@gumpmasterk7462 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your review! I am waiting for a Poljot/Luch De Luxe bought from ebay myself. One little remark though: the vintage version looks to be a redial? The markings are a little bit boat shaped instead of straight with a pointy end. Could this be the case or am I seeing this wrong?
@El1988Che2 жыл бұрын
Great video! Had that Poljot Deluxe last year as my first Russian watch. Unfortunately, the watch started to break after a week. It started by the crystal coming out loose, the crown not always staying engaged, etc. I just ended up throwing it away. Definitely looks great but I'll stay away from those haha
@franchesderden731811 ай бұрын
О Вам не повезло! Кто то у кого Вы покупали эти часы, Вас обманул;( у меня эти часы купил на авито за копейки можно сказать. И они работают очень хорошо и не ломаются!
@MArk-yn4sp2 жыл бұрын
I ordered 2 Poljot Diver watches (Vostok Amphibian "Frogman" Diver') off eBay. Within 6 months both did not work. The local repair guy wrote it off as Russian sh*t. I have to spend money to send it to someone and maybe it gets returned. So I sold all my Poljots and those I did not sell I threw away. I'm writing this off as a fraud. If you're going to buy a Poljot make sure you know if there's a warranty and who carries the postage fees. Also, after the warranty, should it last that long, identify which local repair guy can address that model/ caliber.
@20thcenturyboy852 жыл бұрын
Good vid!
@mystic4820910 ай бұрын
Are all poljot 2609 movements vintage or new old stock or is a firm out their making the movements? Aways wanted to know.
@user-ne9rx8xi9y3 ай бұрын
after the collapse of the USSR, one crook took all the mechanisms and watch cases to Germany, and there they produce these watches that have nothing to do with the Polyot original brand!
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@chimnibff2 жыл бұрын
Russian aggression makes me depressed
@FlaneurSolitaire2 жыл бұрын
Just a question out of curiosity: What market was the 1960s Poljot targeted towards? Because it seems somewhat surprising to have a Soviet watch with an English inscription (23 jewels shockproof). Were they sold in Western countries? And if not, why would the Russians inscribe their watches in English?
@FlaneurSolitaire2 жыл бұрын
@@IDKline thank you, really interesting! I had no idea.
@jakekaywell59722 жыл бұрын
For decades, the USSR was the second largest maker and exporter of wristwatches in the world, second only to the Swiss. Even NATO-alligned nations had them, except the U.S. for obvious reasons. Poljot was considered Soviet Russia's flagship marque, and as such it was a bit of a status symbol on both sides of the Iron Curtain. However, given how it was a watch from the USSR, it's pricetag still grossly undercut its Western competition.
@martinowl2 жыл бұрын
Seems expensive for a watch with a very basic movement. A good looking watch though.
@naleenperera1969 Жыл бұрын
What About Full Power Reserve Of The Stunning Russian Master Timepiece ?
@williammiller83172 жыл бұрын
I gotta get me a Russian watch, ngl.
@Neqael.2 жыл бұрын
Calm down, comrades! Nothing bad is going to happen. Privet from Russia :).
@kalebendim12 күн бұрын
This black dial poljot is completely refurbished one. This case is totally new, unmachted to the catalogue. What a shame to present this a "New old stock"! Even dial may also aftermarket. The only authentic part is maybe movement if it contains 1m43 logo on it. Unfourtunately you are scammed by Ebay sellers.