Yuri Gagarin took the Sturmanskie watch, made by special order, into space on April 12, 1961. In weightlessness the watch worked flawlessly. Later this legendary watch was transferred to the factory museum. And later, in 1963, the first woman-cosmonaut Valentina Tereshkova flew into space with the Sturmanskie watch. Since 1961 the Sturmanskie have been the official watch of the Soviet and Russian cosmonauts, which helped in difficult situations, withstanding severe tests in zero gravity, magnetic fields, extreme shocks, vibrations and temperatures. Today, looking at this model, we understand the value of design and aesthetic value, so, repeating it in new proportions, we kept the most recognizable design details with respect for the original source. When Yuri Gagarin became the first man in space on April 12th, 1961 he was wearing a very special watch. This watch was specifically made for the space flight by Sturmanskie. Just like it's carrier the watch became legendary because it worked flawlessly in weightlessness. Since 1961 Sturmanskie watches have been the official watch of the Soviet and Russian cosmonauts. Dedicated to Yuri Gagarin the Gagarin line is inspired by the initial design and high-quality processing. Every model must withstand severe tests but also keep alive the spirit of the 60's. Each Gagarin watch comes with one pre-mounted leather strap in a beautiful Sturmanskie gift box. Brandnew model with a narrow case diameter of 40 mm! Poljot Movement 2609 Russian mechanical movement with manual winding (no battery needed) Central second, minute and hour hands 18.000 semi-oscillation per hour Power reserve: approx. 40 hours Jewels: 17 Shock-protection Case: stainless steel Diameter: 40 mm Height: 11 mm Weight: approx. 58g Water resistance: up to 5 atm. Glass: mineral crystal Engraved serial number Limited edition: 250 pcs Leather watchstrap colour black Lug width: 20 mm Impressed Sturmanskie logo/lettering Original Sturmanskie gift box Warranty pass with operating instructions Country of origin : Russia