Chaika 1600 Watch Spare Parts: Detailed Overview for Collectors and Repairers
The Chaika 1600 is one of the smallest Russian mechanical watch movements, first released in the 1960s under the name “Sewan.” With a diameter of just 16 mm and a height of 3.5 mm, this manual-wind calibre is highly regarded for its compact engineering and durability. It features 16 jewels, runs at 21,600 vibrations per hour (vph), and uses a classical pallet lever escapement.
Key Technical Specifications
Type: Manual wind mechanical
Calibre: Chaika 1600 (7’’’ ligne)
Jewels: 16
Beat Rate: 21,600 vph
Diameter: 16 mm
Height: 3.5 mm
Escapement: Pallet lever
Balance: Nickel screw balance
Shock Protection: None (1601/1601A has shock protection)
Setting Mechanism: Yoke winding system, with setting lever spring/screw
Common Spare Parts
Balance Assembly: Nickel screw balance wheel, hairspring, staff, and regulator for timing precision.
Escapement System: Steel escape wheel and classical lever pallet.
Gear Train Components: Center minute wheel, third wheel, fourth wheel driven directly from the large mainspring barrel.
Mainspring & Barrel: Large barrel enhances power reserve; Geneva stopwork present in some variants (1601A).
Setting/Winding Parts: Yoke winding system, setting lever spring/screw, stem, and crown.
Jewels: Quality rubies in all bearings, including minute wheel bearing.
Plates, Bridges & Screws: Angled slanted bridges for solid construction and stability.
Hands & Dial Components: No seconds hand; hands typically crown set; hour and minute hands replacements available.
Additional Components: Click spring and some variants have sub-second options.
Maintenance and Sourcing Tips
Confirm stamped “1600” calibre before ordering spares for compatibility.
Use New Old Stock (NOS) or authentic donor parts for best results.
Handle small escapement and balance parts with care due to compact size.
Leverage watchmaker forums and vintage suppliers for hard-to-find components.
Specific parts for the 1601/1601A variant (shock protection, Geneva stopwork) may differ.
Importance of Genuine Spare Parts
Ensures durability, accuracy, and robust mechanical function
Maintains collector and historical value
Supports high-quality restoration for continued dependable wear
Using authentic spares will keep your Chaika 1600 movement performing at its Russian-engineered best for years to come.
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