Name: Elektronika 55B Melody Watch
Brand: FAJ
SKU: KS-WATCH-ELKTRO-55B-GOLD
Price: 39.99 USD
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The bracelet that comes with our Elektronika 5 is designed to be one size fits most, roughly from a 6" wrist to an 8" wrist.

See product specs for more info about the size of the watch case itself.

If you're picky about your watch bands or want to customize your watch, our Elektronika 5 takes practically any 18mm width spring-bar type watch band!

Adjustment of the bracelet can be achieved by using a watch band tool (which we highly recommend purchasing separately for the best results) or small flathead screwdriver to lift underneath the notch where an arrow symbol is present. Then, you'll slide the clasp mechanism along the bracelet to the desired length. When the desired setting is found, align the pivoting point with an area between the links and firmly push the lever back into place.

You should be able to do this by hand without much resistance, and you'll hear a soft click when it goes into place. If you encounter too much resistance, you may be aligned on top of a link instead of in-between.

Permanently Modifying the Band

If you want to get rid of the extra links on the band instead of having them overlap, it is possible but not recommended to pry open the connecting links on the backside of the watch, which are folded over instead of having pins/screws connecting each link. We will not accept returns or offer exchanges if you decide to modify the links.

If you prefer a different, more bespoke watch band, we recommend purchasing whichever 18mm spring-bar compatible band you'd like from a variety of stores online.

Color

Silver

Gold

3 ATM Water Resistance (Splash & Rain)

Adjustable Bracelet Fits 6-8" Wrists

4 Slav-Approved alarm sounds!

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The Elektronika 5 watch was born during a pivotal shift in both the tech world and the watch world.

With the "Quartz Crisis" digitizing wrists worldwide, the Soviet Union flexed its long history of watchmaking to make a watch for everyone with the elektronika series. Digital watches that performed right up alongside their American TIMEX and Japanese Casio counterparts, the watch was purposefully made to be for everyone - From cosmonauts to politicians to iron workers and students, the USSR wanted to prove to the west that a timepiece need not be a luxury good.

Decades later, with the glory days of the USSR far behind, we get a glimpse into what things were like with simple everyday objects - A simple digital watch with fun & useful features for the everyman.

After searching for ourselves, we found out that unlike some Russian watches that are still in production today, the LCD digital variety is relegated to second-hand markets only. So, we rolled up our sleeves and decided to re-make our favorite one.

Working with a manufacturer to make the movement anew from scratch, we replaced a couple of the melodies, remastered the face, and otherwise kept the look and feel of the original "chrono melody" model intact.

The result is absolutely slavtastic - Do you recognize any of the melodies?

Stainless Steel Case & Bracelet
Available in Gold & Stainless finish
Adjustable clasp (we recommend picking up a watch band tool)
Accepts quick release and spring-bar locked 18mm bands for customizability
3 ATM water resistance
Reverse-backlit digit LCD display
Japanese CR2016 battery for long life
Stopwatch, Timer, Alarm, Hourly Alarm, & Full perpetual calendar functions just like the original
NEW melodies composed by Ivan in house: Turkish March, Fur Elise, Kalinka, STALKER Bandit Radio & the USSR national anthem
Assembled in China
Perfect for being a Cosmonaut, steel mill working, potato farming, & other party-approved activities.

Size

18mm lug width
35mm case width
38mm lug-to-lug length
Adjustable to fit 6-8" (15.25-20cm) wrists

Our Elektronika comes with a full set of instructions, but if you'd like to watch a video instead, you can watch it below.

Feature Set

Alarm, Stopwatch, and full perpetual calendar capability. 24-hour format with a seconds-counter.

3 ATM water resistance - will take handwashing and the occasional rain, but no swimming.

If you don't like the bracelet, you can swap it out with practically any 18mm band on the market.

"Inverse" Style backlighting

Backlight shows through the digits instead of being corner lit for a more retro feel.

Ivan's Special Mix

Choose between a standard beep, the Turkish March, Fur Elise, Kalinka, the Bandit Radio music from S.T.A.L.K.E.R. or the USSR national anthem in all it's vintage-chiptune glory.

(See videos on page for sound demonstration)

Set it & Forget it

The wristband requires no link removal, just unlock the clasp to allow it to slide along the band and snap it in place.

One size fits most, works on 6"-8" wrists (More sizing info available above)

Elektronik Revolution

Why we chose to remake this watch, and its legendary history as a propaganda tool

Steel-Millers, Students, and Cosmonauts

The Elektronika series watches were the staple digital watch during the time of the Soviet Union, worn by everyone from politicians to proletariats.

With a rich history of watchmaking, Russia developed their quartz timetelling tech shortly after Japan & The United states, and thrived during an era of turmoil in the watch industry that drove Swiss traditionalists to the brink of bankruptcy.

It's Never Just A Watch.

The Elektronika was used as a propaganda symbol during a notable interaction between Brezhnev and Kissinger — A "Proof in the pudding" statement that said, "the Soviets are right on your tail, and everyone can afford one of these." Of course, this competition didn't last in the end.

After the subsequent collapse of the USSR, the Elektronika did not survive like the larger Russian Watchmakers Vostok and Raketa. Instead, it faded into obscurity with a cult collector market and a second-hand presence on eBay.

We brought it back, but not without picking a few new tunes...

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Reviewed by Matthew B.

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I recommend this product

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7-7.5"

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Elektronika 55B

Got my package earlier than expected and I am in love with this watch! It’s a bit heavier than a Casio A158 because it’s all stainless steel, but still light enough to not notice it on my wrist. Setting the watch is super easy with the help of their video and adjusting the bracket was simple.

If you’re on the fence about this watch, do yourself a favor and get it! I promise you won’t regret it.

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Reviewed by Jose N.

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I have a few fun watches

Rated 5 out of 5

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Stalker Chimes at 1200

Been wearing my new Elektronika as a daily. Watch-heads and normies alike constantly commenting positively on the look and feel of it. To come clean, having Bandit Radio play as an alarm is truly the reason I got it to begin with. But as a whole, its a solid looking piece, that’s easy to adjust. The Gold/Red variant screams “Built Different” & the size is just perfect. Go Buy It. Really. Just. Click. You wont regret it.

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Reviewed by Goch t. S.

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I'm evil and I like smartwatches

Rated 5 out of 5

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Beautiful Watch

I decided to go with gold since ive never had a watch of that color. Many watches I've had but not gold. This watch is very nice and since I learned some Russian back in the day (it's been a while) I figured on giving it a go. It's easy to change time and the lights plus the themes are a real banger

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Needed Replacement

They're replacing it. Kinda disappointed, but they are replacing it. That's all I will say. So that so kommandostore

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