Mikhail Gorbatchov was the one who broke through the ‘Iron Curtain’ between East and West. Alexander Shorokhov collaborated with him to produce the first Gorbatchov watch series, which generated great enthusiasm and quickly sold out.
In many ways, he also shaped the life of Alexander Shorokhov. Following an agreement between Gorbatchov and Helmut Kohl, Shorokhov was selected as one of the progressive Russian managers sent to Germany to study the free market economy. This later became the foundation of the Poljot-International brand.
In 2017, another limited edition of the same name was launched. Poljot-International dedicated a second anniversary model to Mikhail Gorbatchov in recognition of his great achievements. The watch is adorned with the famous words “Perestroika” (Reconstruction) and “Glasnost” (Openness)—the key principles under which Gorbatchov drove the reformation process of the Soviet Union. Instead of numbers, the dial features rose gold indices. Two flags symbolise the transition from the USSR to the Russian Federation. The model is available in three colours: black (below), beige, and silver.
Each version is limited to 250 pieces. The watch is powered by the automatic caliber 2427 from Slava, featuring a date and day display, a double barrel, 21 jewels, shock protection, and a 42-hour power reserve.
This year, In 2025, Poljot-International will honor Mikhail Gorbatchov for the third time with another continuation of the carefully designed “Gorbi Watch”. The difference from the previous models lies in the newly developed case, which now has a diameter of 42 mm and a height of 12.77 mm. The curved edge of the dial visually enhances the slimness of the case.
Additionally, the new models shine in two stunning colours: green and blue. Green symbolically represents hope, while blue has a calming and clear effect. Both are colours that Mikhail Gorbatchov would have surely appreciated, giving this watch a special significance.
The heart of the watch has also been upgraded. Inside the new models beats the automatic NH36 movement from Seiko, featuring 24 jewels, a date and day display at the 3 o’clock position, and a 41-hour power reserve.
With a strict limitation of only 100 pieces per model, this timepiece is not only a highly sought-after collector’s item but also a tribute to a historic figure and a piece of world history.
Technical Specifications:
Ref. Number: 36NH.4200115
Price: €799 EUR
Movement: Automatic caliber NH36 by Seiko, 24 jewels, date function, approximately 41-hour power reserve when fully wound
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, date and weekday display at 3 o’clock
Case: Stainless steel with sapphire front glass, 5 ATM water resistance, screw-down case back
Diameter: 42.0 mm
Height: 9.75 mm without front glass, 12.77 mm with front glass
Crystal: Anti-reflective sapphire glass on the front, hardened mineral glass on the back
Dial: Slightly curved at the edges, green with gold-plated hour appliqués
Hands: Gold-plated hour and minute hands with white luminous coating, gold-plated central seconds hand
Strap: Green calfskin leather strap with crocodile embossing
Lug Width: 20 mm
Limited Edition: 100 pieces
Ref. Number: 36NH.4200114
Price: €799 EUR
Movement: Automatic caliber NH36 by Seiko, 24 jewels, date function, approximately 41-hour power reserve when fully wound
Functions: Hours, minutes, central seconds, date and weekday display at 3 o’clock
Case: Stainless steel with sapphire front glass, 5 ATM water resistance, screw-down case back
Diameter: 42.0 mm
Height: 9.75 mm without front glass, 12.77 mm with front glass
Crystal: Anti-reflective sapphire glass on the front, hardened mineral glass on the back
Dial: Slightly curved at the edges, blue with gold-plated hour appliqués
Hands: Gold-plated hour and minute hands with white luminous coating, gold-plated central seconds hand
Strap: Blue calfskin leather strap with crocodile embossing
Lug Width: 20 mm
Limited Edition: 100 pieces
For more information please visit Poljot-International