BIGGEST ever watch purchase incoming..

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25th March 2016, 10:53
senraw

BIGGEST ever watch purchase incoming..

At 77mm including the Canteen! :)

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/r...psrpitrr3g.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/r...psgs8bgpgs.jpg :)

I believe this particular Zlatoust dates to 1972 and has a type 3 case.

Always found these fascinating, plenty of history and mystery behind them too.

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/r...ps7ah1irvs.jpg

It should be with me in a week or so, not sure my 7inch wrist will be able to pull this one off but I will post a wrist shot anyhow. :)

The strap looks rather long, so I will be looking for an alternative. (I am a idiot so i will wear this out and about.)

Happy Easter everyone. :)
25th March 2016, 10:59
Velorum

Looks great!

Have you got one of these to wear? Perhaps for popping out to the shops when its raining?

In which case the original strap will be a boon

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k2...ps0jeviczc.png
25th March 2016, 11:04
Ey-Up

That looks a fascinating watch but I have to confess to knowing nothing at all about the brand. Some research is required. You are absolutely right to wear it out and about - enjoy !
25th March 2016, 11:10
seadog1408

Snap

http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...8/DSC02263.jpg

nice original watch and strap, do you have the chain on the canteen cap?
25th March 2016, 11:16
senraw

Quote:

Originally Posted by seadog1408

Snap

http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...8/DSC02263.jpg

nice original watch and strap, do you have the chain on the canteen cap?

I believe so.. :)

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/r...psqnosh1xo.jpg
25th March 2016, 11:36
senraw

Quote:

Originally Posted by Velorum

Looks great!

Have you got one of these to wear? Perhaps for popping out to the shops when its raining?

In which case the original strap will be a boon

http://i90.photobucket.com/albums/k2...ps0jeviczc.png

Unfortunately not.. But I have a duck down jacket, so maybe I could wear it on the outside cuff of that. :)
25th March 2016, 11:40
senraw

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ey-Up

That looks a fascinating watch but I have to confess to knowing nothing at all about the brand. Some research is required. You are absolutely right to wear it out and about - enjoy !

Thanks :)

Here you go - http://www.netgrafik.ch/russian-dive-watches.htm
25th March 2016, 12:12
deepreddave

Wowsers looks more like a small flask than a canteen! Bet that's going to be fun to wear, especially if you've had a nice 35mm dress watch in for a few days beforehand. Who said larger watches are a recent fashion?
25th March 2016, 13:49
senraw

Quote:

Originally Posted by deepreddave

Wowsers looks more like a small flask than a canteen! Bet that's going to be fun to wear, especially if you've had a nice 35mm dress watch in for a few days beforehand. Who said larger watches are a recent fashion?

Fashion watches were getting on the large side , I believe smaller watches are trending now though.

I did read somewhere that the Zlatoust is not classed as a watch.. A bit odd I know, but it was made in the clock division, the caliber K-43 movement inside is the same that would go into aviation clocks.

(My smallest watch is 42mm, but it's still going to get some getting used to, I'm sure of that.) :)
25th March 2016, 14:23
W44NNE

Quote:

Originally Posted by seadog1408

Snap

http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...8/DSC02263.jpg

nice original watch and strap, do you have the chain on the canteen cap?

I don't normally quote with pictures but I just want to make sure you see this again Karl!!!
25th March 2016, 14:27
senraw

Quote:

Originally Posted by W44NNE

I don't normally quote with pictures but I just want to make sure you see this again Karl!!!

Yeah, I see it Wayne.. Really looking forward to it too. ;)
25th March 2016, 14:31
Broussard

Love those things.

Does it glow / emit radioactive particles?

https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2615/...78023eb6_b.jpg Zlatoust by Noodlefish, on Flickr
25th March 2016, 15:24
senraw

Quote:

Originally Posted by Broussard

Love those things.

Does it glow / emit radioactive particles?

The one I picked up is non radioactive, a little safer to wear :)

I believe only the early 60's versions had Radium on the hands and dials. (They stopped using it in the mid 60's.)

I'm guessing turning to Tritium?
25th March 2016, 18:35
bongo

Quote:

Originally Posted by senraw

At 77mm including the Canteen! :)

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/r...psrpitrr3g.jpg

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/r...psgs8bgpgs.jpg :)

I believe this particular Zlatoust dates to 1972 and has a type 3 case.

Always found these fascinating, plenty of history and mystery behind them too.

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/r...ps7ah1irvs.jpg

It should be with me in a week or so, not sure my 7inch wrist will be able to pull this one off but I will post a wrist shot anyhow. :)

The strap looks rather long, so I will be looking for an alternative. (I am a idiot so i will wear this out and about.)

Happy Easter everyone. :)

The two in front were told they'd be getting milsubs........

Took my old Wempe B-uhr out for an airing once, talk about self conscious! You can always hang yours on the wall if not a practical wearer.
25th March 2016, 18:53
Umbongo

Well, when a watch enthusiast commits to purchasing a 70-odd mm watch, ld say hed already considered the possibility that it might look a bit daft on a bare wrist - especially when presented with photographic examples - so lm guessing said individual doesn't care.

Fair play l guess, if that's what blows your skirt - l certainly don't get a "look at me" vibe (from the OP).
25th March 2016, 18:56
Dan95

Don't forget to refrain from cracking your knuckles, in fear of bones breaking! The crown protrudes a helluva lot.
25th March 2016, 19:20
Carlton-Browne

Quote:

Originally Posted by bongo

The two in front were told they'd be getting milsubs........

I've seen that photo a number of times and your comment is really rather funny.

I'm looking forward to seeing this one landing.
25th March 2016, 19:25
M_Milaguet

Doesn't the crown rub on the back of your hand/ prevent you from extending your wrist?
25th March 2016, 19:43
kungfugerbil

Quote:

Originally Posted by bongo

The two in front were told they'd be getting milsubs........

A little late to the party, but that comment made me smile. Bravo.
25th March 2016, 19:57
mjoranga

I think You will have yo wear that on your right wrist so the canteen won't be digging at Your wrist everytime You extend.
25th March 2016, 20:59
witti

Congrats! Looks like a fine example. When I wore mine at work it really generated many comments and chats and was actually funny to see the surprise on the faces. I wore it on my right arm due to the giant crown. However had to put off when drawing on the Cintiq screen to prevent scratches...(not on the watch of course 😊) Here is one more quich wrist shot just to scare...
http://i687.photobucket.com/albums/v...psfhihqdil.jpg
25th March 2016, 21:49
mk1974

This threads dying for someone to strap a grand father clock to there wrist stroke body,on a serious note I like a big watch but not that
25th March 2016, 21:55
seadog1408

I won't bother mentioning what I think of a few posters in this thread, but the watch is meant to be worn over a bulky dive suit in the 60's, it's not a daily wear on bare skin.

mike
25th March 2016, 22:04
SimonK

Quote:

Originally Posted by seadog1408

it's not a daily wear on bare skin.

There are exceptions

http://i.imgur.com/980zNrq.png
25th March 2016, 22:12
Andyg

A proper WIS watch contrats. Mine says hi.

http://i442.photobucket.com/albums/q...s/IMG_0014.jpg
25th March 2016, 22:17
Deeez Nuuutz

lol... You're a braver man than me, that's for sure!
25th March 2016, 22:24
Davidd

Wow. If i put that on i'd have enough space where the over hang would be on my wrist to stash two french baguettes.
25th March 2016, 22:28
Umbongo

Quote:

Originally Posted by seadog1408

I won't bother mentioning what I think of a few posters in this thread, but the watch is meant to be worn over a bulky dive suit in the 60's, it's not a daily wear on bare skin.

mike

Exactly.
25th March 2016, 22:30
Umbongo

Quote:

Originally Posted by SimonK

There are exceptions

http://i.imgur.com/980zNrq.png

Its too big for even his wrist.
25th March 2016, 23:40
paulh7830

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/g...psrf7cz3mx.jpg

Mine very accurate and the LUME!!!!!!
25th March 2016, 23:41
paulh7830

Does stick out a bit, but it has a place in my collection.
26th March 2016, 00:14
Argon

I keep meaning to have a holder built (maybe machined out of metal) so that I can use mine as a desk clock.
26th March 2016, 03:03
Dapper

I've got the 'Tourist' version.

On one of Eddie's straps...

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e2...0Diver/011.jpg

Cheers :joyous:
26th March 2016, 07:16
seadog1408

Quote:

Originally Posted by Argon

I keep meaning to have a holder built (maybe machined out of metal) so that I can use mine as a desk clock.

Funnily enough I have a piece of American black walnut put away for just such a project!!
26th March 2016, 14:56
Argon

Quote:

Originally Posted by seadog1408

Funnily enough I have a piece of American black walnut put away for just such a project!!

Love to see what you come up with when you get around to it.
18th April 2016, 23:09
senraw

Well, it arrived today -

http://i464.photobucket.com/albums/r...pscgs8iq6f.jpg

It's certainly a big one. :)
18th April 2016, 23:21
Mr_Mac

Quote:

Originally Posted by senraw

It's certainly a big one. :)

You're not wrong there! Still it's nice to see something a little out of the ordinary.

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