Russian-made watches
Despite the amazing wealth of the world wristwatch market, Russian-made products are not only not lost on it, but they are increasingly competing with each passing year.
Features
It is well known that Russian watches have always been distinguished by consistently impeccable quality. Despite all the historical upheavals, Russia managed to preserve the experience and time-tested traditions in watch-making Russia.
Working on product quality, domestic masters do not forget about the diversity of the model range of mechanical, quartz and electronic watches. The harmonious price-quality relationship allows us to satisfy the needs of customers belonging to different social, gender, age and professional categories.
Russian watch mechanics, in spite of the rapid conquest of the market with “smart” gadgets, do not give up the positions won earlier: it is preferred not only by Russians but also by foreigners for reliability in operation and amazing accuracy of the course.
Russian quartz models are famous not only for accuracy and reliability, but also for ease of operation. Consumers are attracted reasonable price of these products and inherent refinement of design decisions.
In addition to traditional watch products, are also on sale. atypical products, produced in small batches: for example, a special series “Faces of Russia”, watches with the arms of Russia, with signatures of the President, etc. They are of undoubted interest for collectors and those interested in rare wrist watches.
Models
Modern models of Russian watches fully comply with international technical requirements and aesthetic standards, and in a number of parameters and surpass foreign competitors. At the same time, the range of domestic watch products surprises with its diversity.
Domestic manufacturers of watches produce models simple and elite, addressed not only to a wide audience, but also to special groups of buyers.
An example of highly specialized gadgets are army and military watches, as well as devices designed for employees of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Those who are obliged to work in conditions of heightened danger, first of all appreciate such qualities of equipment as reliability and usability. Therefore, shockproof and moisture-proof models of Russian ruggedized watches, speaking Russian time, self-winding and with a 24-hour dial, as well as a number of additional functions are popular with special forces.
Increased interest is a non-standard model - super expensive transparent mechanical watch "Levitas" K. Chaikin. The unforgettable impression they make is explained by the fact that, in a paradoxical way, the transparent dial supports visible hands, as if hanging in a vacuum. The mechanism installed in them can have a 33- or 42-hour power reserve and a day-night indicator. Models vary in cost depending on the materials of decoration and decor.
Men's
Russian men's watches, often striking in their brutality, have a number of advantages that ensure their popularity in all parts of the world. These benefits are:
- use of quality materials that are safe for health;
- harmonious combination in the design of various style decisions: traditionally classic and sports;
- price democracy;
- operational reliability;
- highest rating of shock and water resistance;
- clarity of the mechanism in force majeure circumstances;
- easy maintenance.
An honorable place in the group of domestic men's watches is occupied by the commander's watch, deservedly won respect in Soviet times and managed not to lose their inherent dignity. They are distinguished by such characteristics as:
- increased impact resistance, moisture resistance and dust resistance;
- the ability to work flawlessly at a temperature of -30 to +40;
- presence of automatic winding;
- robust brass or steel housing;
- power reserve exceeding one day;
- increased durability of the running gear;
- calendar equipment;
- the presence on the dial of the symbols belonging to various Russian special forces and types of troops;
- Low cost with excellent reliable functionality.
Due to its exclusive operational and design characteristics, domestic command watches are in constant high demand not only from the military.
Women's
In Russia, the production of women's watches goes back to the famous Uglich plant in Soviet times, which was engaged in inlaid products with precious stones. Despite the fact that later the wristwatches, which could quickly gain popularity, began to descend from the lines of the enterprise, this tradition was preserved.
It cannot be said that today one kind of Russian watches is in constant demand for women. They are interested, for example, in those mechanical models that successfully combine the classic design solution with the durability of operation, have sapphire glass and are exquisitely decorated with precious and semiprecious stones.
However, marketers believe that of popularity women's mechanical watches are still inferior to quartz.
This is explained by the fact that many women perceive the need to regularly start a clockwork as a routine duty. In this regard, quartz models are more convenient.
Russian quartz type of mechanism (liquid crystal, switch or combined) provides high accuracy, and the battery makes it possible not to think about replacing the battery for several years. Other important advantages of quartz watches include a variety of their form, refinement of decoration, as well as the traditional elegance of design.
A special stage in the development of the domestic watch industry is associated with the launch of production electronic wrist products. Following the tendencies laid down by the founders of this trend - by Swiss and Japanese firms, Russian manufacturers managed to achieve impressive results: through the introduction of high-tech solutions, they developed new production methods, made changes to the component parts, improved the batteries, diversified the design, enriched the color scheme.
At present, the very principle of operation of electronic clocks has expanded the scope of their use as a result of the development of special sets of functions. In accordance with this, some models of electronic watches are produced with a focus on the interests of certain consumer groups, for example: for people who are fond of aviation, sports, tourism or music.
Now in the Russian market appeared "smart watch" domestic manufacturer. For example, the IRU SmartWatch W3G model, based on the Android OS and using a SIM card, not only shows time, but also works with mail, goes to the Internet, has a GPS navigator and a camera. The model performs the function of a remote wrist display.
Experts emphasize that, despite the limited functionality, domestic smart watches are conceptually and competently able to find their consumer.
Baby
In the Russian market, children's watches are mainly represented by electronics.The range of products available for sale is distinguished by high-quality, harmless materials, reliable technical indicators, variable catchy design that attracts a children's audience and prices that are quite affordable for the general population.
Depending on the target audience, domestic models are divided into 2 categories: devices designed for boys, and products focused on the tastes of girls.
The boys younger age groups usually choose models of watches that have pronounced “masculine features”: a color scheme associated with military themes, and a simple easily remembered design.
For a teenage boy of 12-14 years old, it is now easy to select more “older” technically electronic models with modern functions.
Russian watches designed for girls they are distinguished by bright colors and funny patterns, among which floral patterns, butterflies and cute animals are most often encountered.
Teenage models for small ladies of 8-10 years old are made in more delicate colors and often imitate a typical women's ceramic watch in terms of appearance.
Materials
The traditional materials used by Russian manufacturers include alloy steel, brass, gold, silver, platinum, ceramics, precious and semi-precious stones. Silver, gold and platinum watches, in essence, they are jewelry, both exclusive and serial.
A special place among the domestic watch products occupy fashion today wooden clock material which is positioned by manufacturers as an environmentally friendly and original product. A unique production of these trendy products from exotic and traditional valuable wood is organized in Russia.
On the veneer used in wooden clocks, you can put engraving chosen by their owner, which gives the acquired model a unique charm and individuality
Stamps
Despite the difficulties that domestic watchmakers had to go through after the crisis of the 90s, they managed not only to restore production, but also to lay a solid foundation for further improvement of this industry. It is not by chance that therefore, the traditional Russian watch brands with a long history of development, as well as those that have appeared over the past decade, are widely known in the world.
Watch companies and brands of modern Russia successfully compete with foreign manufacturers not only because of the high quality of the products offered, but also because of the consistent pursuit of an attractive price policy for buyers.
Manufacturers Rating
It is generally recognized that domestic watches, despite the diversity of brands and models, retain purely Russian specifics, which provide them with an advantage in the international market.
To date, the list of famous Russian brands is quite impressive. It's hard to find an adult who knows nothing about watches like "Flight", "Seagull", "Glory", "Dawn", "Rocket", "Vostok", "Victory", "Buran", "Power", "Aviator", etc. They consistently occupy high places in both Russian and international rating lists.
Cost of
Nowadays, even a picky customer can easily find a watch that matches his needs, both in terms of functionality, design, and cost. Along with the widely presented budget brands, you can find on sale not less popular expensive domestic accessories, which have received recognition all over the world. Which of them should be preferred is up to the buyer.
How to choose?
The choice of a particular model is a subjective matter.However, it is not recommended to neglect the information at your disposal: the more you learn about the pros and cons of various brands, the more chances you have to avoid the offensive error.
However, when choosing a particular model, you must first pay attention to the manufacturer's reputation, quality of materials, reliability of the mechanism and the modernity of the functional. It would be useful to get acquainted with user reviews and on the basis of them to make your decision.
How to store and wear?
Modern domestic watch manufacturers with great attention to consumers of their products. Therefore, when drawing up the instruction manual for watches, there are no trifles for them: it describes in detail how they should be worn and stored, what errors can indicate that they need repair.
Reviews
Watch products of Russian manufacturers have traditionally received positive reviews from both compatriots and the majority of foreign consumers. Thanks to their achievements, the best domestic brands - “Flight”, “Seagull”, “Glory”, “Zarya”, “Rocket”, “Vostok”, “Victory”, “Buran” managed to enter the elite group, whose members determine global development trends. watch industry
The sustainable competitiveness of domestic watch brands is determined by the introduction of the latest high-tech solutions into modern production, ensuring the further development of this industry.