Strela Officer 1965 40mm Poljot 2609

Important Notice for Collectors and Strela Enthusiasts

Due to the increasingly limited availability of original Poljot vintage movements such as the 2609H, STRELA has announced a significant price increase for 2026. If you wish to secure this rare model, now is the best time to do so while it is still available at the current price.

Strela Officer 1965 – A Tribute to the First Spacewalk

Featuring the extremely rare Poljot 2609H – tested,  serviced & ready to ship

The Strela Officer 1965OF40 unites historic Soviet space heritage with traditional Russian watchmaking. At its heart beats the legendary Poljot 2609H, a vintage hand-wound movement that has not been produced for decades – carefully overhauled, cleaned, and re-oiled from original stock of the 1st Moscow Watch Factory.

This combination of rarity, history and authentic mechanical charm makes the Strela Cosmos a true collector’s piece.

Inspiration: Alexei Leonov – the First Human to Walk in Space (1965)

The beautifully engraved case back depicts one of the greatest milestones in human space exploration: Alexei Leonov’s spacewalk on March 18, 1965, when he – connected only by a safety line – floated freely in space.

This motif is not only decorative, but a symbol of Soviet space pioneering. The Strela Cosmos pays tribute to that era – and to the instruments worn by cosmonauts.

The Movement – Poljot 2609H: a Mechanical Treasure

The Poljot 2609H is one of the most reliable and historically important movements ever produced by the 1st Moscow Watch Factory. Since production ended long ago, original calibers have become extremely scarce.

• Hand-wound mechanical movement (fully serviced)
• 17 jewels
• 21,600 vibrations/hour
• Shock protection
• Central seconds
• Power reserve approx. 40 hours

A robust, reliable classic – one of the most significant Soviet movements ever made.

Design – Classic, Clean & Authentic Strela

The dial follows the historic 1960s Strela aesthetic:

• Silver riffled dial with Cyrillic inscriptions
• Classic silver Strela-style hands  
• Blue seconds hand for a striking contrast

Case & Specifications

• Polished & brushed stainless steel case
• Diameter: 40 mm (43 mm including crown)
• Height: 11.8 mm
• Lug-to-lug: 47 mm
• Anti-reflective mineral crystal
• 3 ATM splash-resistant
• Limited to 250 pieces worldwide

Included – Exclusive Extras for Poljot24 Customers

You will receive:

• Original Strela textile strap
• Additional RIOS1931 Bio leather strap of your choice: Light brown, dark brown or Mittenwald black (RRP €52)
• Alternatively: Polished stainless steel Milanese bracelet
• Strela presentation pouch

Why buy from Poljot24?

Since 1992, Poljot24 has stood for:

• expertly checked & regulated watches
• deep knowledge of Russian watchmaking history
• reliable service & spare parts
• fast shipping from Munich
• personal customer care for over 30 years

Conclusion

The Strela Officer 1965OF40 is far more than a wristwatch – it is a piece of spaceflight history. With its extremely rare Poljot 2609H movement, historic Leonov case back and limited production, it is a must-have for collectors and enthusiasts of authentic mechanical watches.

A historically significant, technically fascinating timepiece – complete with exclusive extras and the trusted Poljot24 quality since 1992.

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