Strela Cosmos 1965

Strela Cosmos 1965 – Space History on Your Wrist

Powered by the Extremely Rare Poljot 2609H Hand-Wound Movement

The Strela Cosmos 1965CO40 is far more than just a wristwatch – it is a tribute to the golden age of Soviet space exploration and to the first spacewalk in human history.

This exceptional STRELA model is developed and produced in cooperation with Sturmanskie Volmax in Moscow. For enthusiasts of Russian watches, the name Sturmanskie has stood for authentic space heritage and high-quality mechanical timepieces for decades. It is no coincidence that Sturmanskie was the official watch supplier to Soviet and later Russian cosmonauts.

At the heart of the Strela Cosmos is not a modern mass-produced movement, but a true mechanical treasure: the legendary Poljot Caliber 2609H, sourced from the former First Moscow Watch Factory.

Each movement originates from historical NOS (New Old Stock) inventories and has been carefully disassembled, cleaned, lubricated and regulated. As production of this caliber ended many years ago, original examples have become exceptionally rare today.

The combination of authentic space history, classic Strela design and a historic Poljot movement makes the Strela Cosmos an extraordinary collector's piece for lovers of mechanical watches.

Inspiration: Alexei Leonov and the First Spacewalk

The beautifully engraved stainless steel caseback commemorates March 18, 1965. On that day, Alexei Leonov became the first human being to leave a spacecraft and float freely in outer space.

This historic achievement marked a milestone in space exploration and remains a symbol of courage, technical innovation and the spirit of discovery.

The Strela Cosmos 1965 carries this remarkable story on the wrist while combining it with traditional Russian watchmaking craftsmanship.

The Movement – Poljot 2609H

Among collectors, the Poljot 2609H is regarded as one of the most successful and reliable hand-wound movements ever produced by the Soviet watch industry.

Technical Features:

• Poljot 2609H hand-wound movement
• Original NOS movements from historical stock
• Fully serviced, cleaned, lubricated and regulated
• 17 jewels
• 21,600 vibrations per hour
• Shock-protected balance
• Central seconds hand
• Approximately 40 hours power reserve

The Poljot 2609H is among the last historically significant hand-wound movements still available from the former First Moscow Watch Factory and is now considered a highly sought-after collector's caliber with genuine space and horological heritage.

Design – Classic, Clean and Authentic Strela

The dial is inspired by the historic Strela watches of the 1960s and combines vintage charm with modern wearability:

• Black dial with Cyrillic lettering
• Classic Strela-style hands with luminous material
• Distinctive red central seconds hand
• Luminous hour markers for excellent readability
• Space-age aesthetics combined with modern comfort

Case & Features

• Polished and 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 edition of only 250 pieces worldwide
• Engraved stainless steel caseback featuring Alexei Leonov

Package Contents – Exclusively Enhanced for Poljot24 Customers

You will receive:

• Original Strela textile strap
• An additional premium RIOS1931 INZELL organic leather strap of your choice:
  • Light Brown
  • Dark Brown
  • Black
  (RRP €52)
• Alternatively, a polished stainless steel Milanese mesh bracelet
• Original Strela watch case

Why Buy from Poljot24?

Since 1992, Poljot24 has specialized in Russian watches:

• Professionally inspected and regulated watches
• More than 30 years of experience with Russian timepieces
• Extensive knowledge of Soviet watchmaking history
• Reliable service and spare parts support
• Fast shipping from Munich, Germany
• Personal advice from dedicated watch enthusiasts

 The Strela Cosmos 1965CO40 is far more than a watch. It combines the history of Soviet space exploration with one of the last available historic Poljot hand-wound movements and the modern manufacturing quality of Volmax/Sturmanskie.

With its rare Poljot 2609H movement, impressive Leonov caseback and worldwide limitation of only 250 pieces, it is an exceptional collector's watch for enthusiasts of mechanical timepieces and space history alike.

An authentic Russian timepiece with a historic caliber, a remarkable story and unmistakable character.