Raketa Watch Co:
A Deep Dive into Its Legendary Calibres

Founded as part of Russia’s prestigious Petrodvorets Watch Factory, Raketa Watch Co. has built a rich legacy in the world of mechanical watchmaking. Uniquely, Raketa is among the few manufacturers globally to produce its own movements entirely in-house—including the delicate hairsprings and escapements, which are often outsourced by most brands

Key Highlights of Raketa Calibres

In-house Movements: Raketa designs and produces all key movement components at its St. Petersburg factory, employing traditional Russian watchmaking methods and craftsmanship

Historic Range: Since the 1960s, Raketa has developed over 50 unique calibres, with innovations such as the ultra-thin calibre 2209—once the USSR’s thinnest three-hand movement

Iconic 24-hour Movements: Raketa is renowned for its 24-hour watches, like the Raketa “Sonar” and other models created for polar explorers and submariners, featuring the Avtomat 2624A calibre. This automatic movement enables crew members to distinguish day from night during prolonged periods underwater or in polar regions

Technical Features:

Avtomat 2615 (12-hour calibre):

Jewels: 24–27

Power Reserve: 40h

Frequency: 18,000 vph (2.5Hz)

Bi-directional automatic winding and manual winding automatic disengagement

Avtomat 2624A (24-hour calibre):

Jewels: 24

Power Reserve: 40h

Frequency: 18,000 vph

Specially tailored for submarine and extreme environment use

Legendary Durability: Models like the “Sonar Kashalot” use titanium from Soviet submarines, underscoring Raketa’s heritage of crafting rugged, reliable tool watches for professionals

Aesthetic Craftsmanship: Raketa movements often feature decorative elements, such as hand-finished Neva waves and colored rotors, visible through exhibition casebacks

Raketa’s Enduring Identity

The Raketa brand captures the spirit of Russian innovation, serving explorers, military, pilots, and everyday citizens for generations. Today, their calibres remain a symbol of self-reliance, precision, and authentic mechanical artistry