About the company

The history of the Molnija watch manufacture is not just a chapter in the annals of domestic industry, but a true chronicle of bold dreams and great achievements. It all began in 1929, when the USSR acquired two American watch factories to lay the foundation for the legendary First and Second State Watch Factories. During the harsh days of the Great Patriotic War, the First Factory was evacuated to the Southern Urals, where, in the post-war years, it became the Chelyabinsk Watch Factory "Molnija".

Since 1947, Molnija has been creating precise timekeeping instruments for military aircraft, tracked vehicles, and naval ships, capable of withstanding any challenges—from icy frosts to scorching sun. In 1949, the factory began producing Molnija pocket watches, which became an integral part of everyday life: they were awarded, given as keepsakes, passed down through generations, and even today they are kept in families and continue to keep time. Since 2018, based on its own movements, collections of wristwatches have been born—from strict classics to bold military styles, embodying the spirit of the times and freedom of choice.

Today, Molnija is the living heart of horological art. It is an enterprise where all stages of watch creation take place: from concept development and prototype design to parts manufacturing, assembly, and meticulous testing. Full-cycle production, proprietary calibers, and exquisite handcrafting—all this makes Molnija not just a factory, but a true watch manufacture in every sense of the word.

"Molnija" on your watch dial is not just a brand logo, known in Russia and far beyond for its highest quality products. It is a symbol of mastering and multiplying the centuries-old experience of watchmakers worldwide, a sign of the bright meeting of creative and engineering thought, like a flash of lightning illuminating the world with new ideas.

The history of the Molnija watch manufacture is gaining momentum. Ahead lie new horizons, bold experiments, and an endless pursuit of perfection. Just as the hands of a clock relentlessly move forward, so does Molnija continue its journey, embodying time in its most beautiful form. For true craftsmanship knows no bounds, and legendary quality knows no compromises.