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Volmax (Aviator, Buran, Sturmanskie, RChZ): Brand Information
Updated 30 Aug 2010 by Editor, RussianWatchGuide.com

See also Sturmanskie and Buran

volmax aviator Volmax is a Moscow-based company that produces the Aviator, Buran and Sturmanskie watch brands. They also produced the Russian Watch Factory brand (RChZ).

Volmax was formed in 2000 by former Poljot employees.

In 2002, the company registered three of the most famed Russian watch brands, Aviator, Buran and Sturmanskie, with the latter holding the distinction of being the first watch in space.

The Aviator line is the official watch of the Russian military aerobatic flying team, the SWIFTS.

Most Volmax watches use Russian movements. Others use Swiss ETA movements.

Volmax says it sets itself apart from other Russian watch companies "with a direct link to the heritage of the First Moscow Watch Factory combined with young, aggressive watchmakers determined to revive the Russian watch industry to its previous glory."

Some retailers refer to Volmax watches as Poljot watches. However, this is not strictly accurate. Volmax watches do not use the Poljot brand name or logo on their watches. However, some do use Poljot movements (made by Maktime).

Volmax watches are not cheap. These are quality watches with a very good level of finish. An entry-level Aviator watch costs about $150. Many Volmax watches sell for between $500 and $1000. Some cost much more.

Many Volmax watches fit in the category of "limited edition" or "collectors" watches.

Volmax is officially distributed in more than 25 countries.

Reviews

See the Aviator 45mm review and Aviator 26669 review.

Where to Buy

The best place to buy a Volmax watch is from an official, authorized retailer. See Where to Buy a Russian Watch and Best Prices, Deals & Special Offers.

Official Website

The official site for Volmax is www.aviatorwatch.ru/


6 COMMENTS

It is either a Poljot or a Volmax... but Volmax is NOT Poljot ! But 2006 you probably have a Volmax Aviator !
To Chris - Wednesday, 8 June 2011, 22:45 GMT

Just received on Polet watch
pete baar - Monday, 16 August 2010, 19:50 GMT

great watch and vfm. from poljot 24 de.
mad bonzo - Saturday, 27 February 2010, 21:35 GMT

Chris, the USA distributor for Volmax (Aviator) is Detente Distributing. The URL is http://www.detentewatches.com/
CJ - Saturday, 14 February 2009, 15:39 GMT

I have a Poljot Aviator chronograph that I purchased in 2006. The watch does not work at all, I can't wind it or even adjust the dials. I need to have it repaired but am unsure of where to have it done. I know there was a US distributor a couple of years ago, but I can't find their site or info about it. The factory site also isn't available. I'm hoping you can point me in the right direction. I live in Massachusetts USA.
Chris - Saturday, 14 February 2009, 15:36 GMT

Good watches. Right up there with Rolex, Omega at a fraction of the price
Olmar - Saturday, 13 December 2008, 15:01 GMT

 
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