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Sekonda Chronograph Wristwatch, Calibre 3017

Partially verified

This circa 1970 chronograph wristwatch features a black dial signed 'SEKONDA 19 jewels' and marked 'MADE IN USSR' along the lower edge. The dial incorporates two subsidiary registers—one for running seconds and one for chronograph elapsed minutes—alongside an outer tachymetre scale and an inner telemeter track. The seller states the piece is powered by a 19-jewel Poljot calibre 3017 mechanism, sharing its case and dial configuration with Strela models associated with Soviet space exploration. Housed in a round metallic case measuring 35 mm in diameter, the watch is equipped with rectangular pushers, a fluted crown, and is fitted on a stitched black leather strap.

Oblique front view of the Sekonda chronograph wristwatch on a black leather strap
Oblique front view of the Sekonda chronograph wristwatch on a black leather strap — Kembery Antique Clocks And Watches Ltd. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
antiques-atlas.com
Category
Wristwatch · Chronograph
Maker / attribution
Sekonda
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
as579a1479
Source-reported date
Circa 1970
Source-reported place
USSR

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Object Description

This Sekonda-branded chronograph wristwatch is dated by the seller to circa 1970. It is housed in a round metallic case measuring 35 mm in width and features a black dial.

The dial includes an outer tachymetre scale, an inner telemeter track, and two subsidiary registers identified by the seller as a chronograph counter and a seconds dial. The dial is signed 'MADE IN USSR' at the 6 o'clock position.

Evidence for this section
  • “A black dial with multiple subsidiary dial including chronograph counter, seconds dial, tachymetre and telemeter.”
  • “Dial signed made in USSR.”
  • “Circa 1970.”
  • “Case Width 35mm”

Movement and Configuration

The watch is reported to contain a 19-jewel calibre 3017 mechanism produced by Poljot for Sekonda.

The seller notes that this case, dial, and mechanism configuration corresponds to that used on Strela models, which the seller links to Soviet space exploration history.

Evidence for this section
  • “A high quality 19 jewel caliber 3017 mechanism made by Poljot for Sekonda.”
  • “This case, dial and mechanism configuration was the same as used on the Strela models which were used by Russian Cosmonauts.”

Documentation and Limitations

Technical specifications provided by the seller, including the jewel count and calibre identification, are based on their description. The movement itself is not visible in the provided photographic record.

Observations regarding the specific history of the model type relative to space exploration are based on the seller's provided listing text.

Evidence for this section
  • “A high quality 19 jewel caliber 3017 mechanism made by Poljot for Sekonda.”
  • “The Strela was the first watch ever to be worn in space, they were marketed under the names 'Sekonda' 'Poljot' or simply 'Strela'.”

Open research questions

  • Are there visible hallmarks on the case back or movement plates that confirm the manufacture date or factory origin?
  • What specific characteristics distinguish the Sekonda-branded export models from domestic Poljot or Strela-branded variants of the 3017 movement?
  • Can the specific production window of the 3017 movement be verified against known serial number ranges?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Sekonda Chronograph Wristwatch, Calibre 3017
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Movement CalibreCaliber 3017“A high quality 19 jewel caliber 3017 mechanism made by Poljot for Sekonda.”
Case Width35mm“Case Width 35mm”
Dial SignatureMade in USSR“Dial signed made in USSR.”
DatingCirca 1970“Circa 1970.”
Movement Calibre19-jewel calibre 3017“A high quality 19 jewel caliber 3017 mechanism made by Poljot for Sekonda.”

Visible details

  • Black dial with two subsidiary registers at 3 and 9 o'clock, outer tachymetre scale, and inner telemeter track.
  • Dial signed 'SEKONDA', '19 jewels', and 'MADE IN USSR' at 6 o'clock.
  • Baton hands with rectangular luminescent inserts and red accent tips; chronograph seconds hand with rectangular paddle tip.
  • Round metallic case with angular faceted lugs, two rectangular chronograph pushers, and a fluted winding crown.
  • Fitted to a modern black leather strap with contrasting white stitching.

Research qualifications

  • Movement is not visible in the supplied photograph; calibre 3017 mechanism details and jewel count are source-reported.
  • Case back and internal serial numbers are not pictured.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

Antiques Atlas - Sekonda Chronograph Wristwatch, Poljot, Strela as579a1479

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 4f4aa9f229

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