The watch collecting bug first bit me in late 2012, when an elegant Russian Strela (Стрела) hand wound mechanical chronograph caught my eye. Until then, I hadn't realized affordable mechanical watches (i.e. not Rolexes and Omegas) were still available. After acquiring a Strela, I became interested in other Russian watches, began a small collection, and picked up some watch repair skills along the way.
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