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Russian (soviet) movements parts source


Almach9

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Hello,

 

Few weeks ago I have purchased few soviet era movements for training purposes - cal. 2209, 2609 and 2614.2h.

So, those movements came as described, not working, on some of them balance is moving. The most important, I noticed, that all movements are with missing shockproof spring.

Now is my question. Where I can buy spare Shockproof springs? I am living in UK.

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For Russian watches I think Ebay is your best bet. I guess Sekondas were sold in the West but really, on Ebay you can get 4-5 movements, some with good balances, for $20. Now when I do a Russian movement I just buy a bunch of scrappers because it's anyone's guess which parts will be shot, which will be missing, etc. I then try to Frankenstein the best movement I can.

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Also try etsy.com there are some Soviet watches being sold for parts.

 

Last week the watchmaker damaged my sentimental mint condition Soviet Slava watch and I am heartbroken.  I found a similar part on etsy... so it may work for you...

If anyone knows where to find a new bezel in the picture please let me know! Los Angeles doesn't have a single reputable watchmaker ? my fault for taking it there. 

 

before and after are below 

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