{"product_id":"soviet-zlatoust-mechanical-competition-stopwatch-1960","title":"Soviet Zlatoust Mechanical Competition Stopwatch, 1960","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Soviet Zlatoust mechanical competition stopwatch from 1960. Collectible USSR sports timer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stopwatches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepartment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unisex Adults\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePower Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody Area:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Timer, Stopwatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSport\/Activity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Running \u0026amp; Jogging\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, good vintage condition. Authentic mechanical stopwatch manufactured by the Zlatoust Watch Factory in the USSR. The chrome-plated case and dial are well-preserved, showing only expected signs of age and light handling, such as minor surface micro-scratches. Please carefully examine all attached photos and the video for exact visual details and overall cosmetic condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDescription\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a highly collectible vintage Soviet-era mechanical stopwatch, manufactured at the legendary Zlatoust Watch Factory (Златоустовский часовой завод) in the USSR. These robust timers were a staple in Soviet sports, scientific laboratories, and military applications, renowned for their reliable mechanical precision. The dial proudly features the full factory name in classic Cyrillic script, along with the standard \"MADE IN USSR\" (СДЕЛАНО В СССР) hallmark at the bottom. It features a highly legible analog display with a 60-second main sweep hand and a 30-minute sub-dial register, all housed in a durable chrome-plated metal case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% genuine vintage mechanical stopwatch manufactured in the USSR.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision Mechanics:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a classic hand-wound mechanical movement operated via the top crown (wind, start, stop, and reset functions).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHistorical Dial:\u003c\/b\u003e Showcases the sought-after full \"Zlatoust Watch Factory\" text in Cyrillic, making it a fantastic piece of Eastern European horological history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCollectible Horology:\u003c\/b\u003e A perfect addition to any vintage watch collection, sports memorabilia display, or for practical analog timing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eItem:\u003c\/b\u003e Mechanical Pocket Stopwatch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/b\u003e Zlatoust Watch Factory (ЗЧЗ)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMovement:\u003c\/b\u003e Hand-winding mechanical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Chrome-plated base metal, Acrylic crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eEra:\u003c\/b\u003e Soviet Period (USSR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition Note:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an authentic vintage mechanical timepiece from the USSR. It is in good overall vintage cosmetic condition, displaying normal, expected signs of age and previous use, such as light micro-scratches on the casing and crystal. The dial remains bright, clean, and highly legible.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/b\u003e While the item is in good cosmetic condition, as with all vintage mechanical watches, we recommend a professional cleaning\/servicing if you intend to use it for highly precise modern timing. Please carefully examine all attached photos and the video for exact visual details and overall condition before purchasing. Ships internationally from Ukraine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse more soviet mechanical stopwatch in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/clocks-watches-timers\"\u003eClocks, Watches \u0026amp; Timers\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Epoch Soviet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67640721899698,"sku":"EBAY-298613827698","price":45.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0798\/1731\/0386\/files\/s-l1600_b685bc14-692e-4748-a9d6-8a0b1e1e0bb2.jpg?v=1791284546","url":"https:\/\/www.epochsoviet.com\/products\/soviet-zlatoust-mechanical-competition-stopwatch-1960","provider":"Epoch Soviet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}