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The sky is the limit

The history of aviator watches dates back to the early 20th century, when aviation and watches evolved side by side. The first aviator watches were built as professional tools, eschewing decorations in favor of durability, reliability, and readability. They had a strict and minimalistic design: a round case, a high-contrast dial, wide hands, and large numerals.
Designed in a classic style but with Raketa's recognisable identity, the new case with its clean facets combines a glossy polish and a satin finish. This look is harmoniously continued by the stainless-steel bracelet, which emphasises the masculine character of the watch. A genuine leather strap is also included in the set. The movement is protected by a screw-in crown, which provides a water resistance of up to 200 meters.
Several features ensure easy readability in all lighting conditions. Super-LumiNova coating is applied to the markers and large numerals of the dial, but also to the hour and minute hands. Contrast is created through colour combinations: all the hands including the bright yellow second hand perfectly stand out against the matte black dial stylised as an aircraft instrument. A double-sided anti-reflective coating on the sapphire crystal provides additional assurance of accurate readings. The back of the watch reveals the beautifully decorated automatic movement which is entirely produced by the Raketa Watch Factory in Saint-Petersburg.
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