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Looking for a mechanical equivalent to a Casio G-Shock then that’ll be this Russian “bomb proof” range of dive watches. Vostok (Boctok) is a company that has been producing watches for the Russian military and professional divers since the end of WWII. ChronoDivers takes a deep dive into the Vostok Dive Watch collection including a review of their key functions & features and where to buy Vostok Amphibian or Komandirskie
The no-nonsense Vostok Divers Watch
Vostok offer no-nonsense, hard wearing quality at a down to earth price. They are most famous for their two popular dive watches – the Vostok Amphibian and the Vostok Komandirskie. Please note – sometimes you may see the company name written “BOCTOK” – this is correct and is in fact the correct Russian Cyrillic format.
Supplier to the Russian Defence Department
Vostok watches was established in 1942 when watch parts & manufacturing equipment of The First Moscow Watch Factory were evacuated. This enforced move to Chistopol led to the company becoming an official supplier to the Soviet Government. These popular Russian dive watches as renowned nowadays for their durability and retro styling if not for their precision timekeeping.
Vostok Komandirskie – good enough for The Commander
There are two Vostok Divers Watches that everyone holds in high esteem. The iconic Vostok Komandirskie (known in the East sometimes as the Commander’s watch). This timepiece was introduced in 1965 and is still produced today.
Soviet Military Design
The Vostok Komandirskie is a series of mechanical watches produced by the Russian watch company Vostok. The name “Komandirskie” means “Commander’s” in English, and the watches were originally designed for use by the Soviet military.
Mechanical Durability
The Vostok Komandirskie watches are known for their robustness, durability, and affordability. They feature a mechanical movement, which means that they are powered by a spring rather than a battery, and require regular winding to keep time. The watches also have a water resistance of up to 200 meters, making them suitable for swimming and diving.
The Vostok Komandirskie watches have a simple and functional design, with a range of dial and case options available, including military-inspired designs with camouflage patterns or Soviet insignia. The watches typically have a stainless steel case and a mineral crystal glass, which provides good protection against scratches and impacts.
Rough Tough Russian Diver’s Watch
While the Vostok Komandirskie watches may not have the same level of refinement or luxury as high-end mechanical watches, they offer excellent value for money and are a popular choice for those who want a reliable and robust mechanical watch at an affordable price point. The watches have a loyal following among collectors and enthusiasts, and are highly regarded for their toughness, reliability, and distinctive Soviet-era styling.
Vostok Komandirskie on Amazon
The first place we’d recommend looking for a Komandirskie dive watch is Amazon. With a great choice of sellers including Amazon directly there’s a great choice at sensible prices. Even if it’s just a starting point before looking for a pre-owned Vostok on eBay – start here at Amazon > BROWSE all WATCHES HERE
VOSTOK | Komandirskie 811398 816398 Mechanical Wrist Watch, 811398 lea…
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VOSTOK | Komandirskie 811307 816307 VDV Airborne Troops Commander Mili…
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Vostok Vostok Komandirskie 24-Hour Military Diving Watch 200 m Automat…
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VOSTOK | Komandirskie 211831 Submarine Сaptain Mechanical 40mm Wrist W…
£67.91 (as of 3 December 2023 20:54 GMT +00:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)Vostok Diver’s Watches on eBay
Discover a collection of Vostok divers watches on eBay today. Click the banner below to browse the latest offerings. This is a direct link to eBay with filtered results to show only Vostok dive watches on the eBay market today. This search includes BOTH new and used watches.
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Live Listings – Vostok Watches on eBay TODAY
A small selection of Vostok divers found on eBay in the last couple of days. Please click HERE to browse ALL the Vostok Amphibian & Komandirskie watches available on eBay.co.uk today (a direct link to eBay.co.uk with FILTERED RESULTS showing only Vostok watches)
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Vostok Amphibian Russian 670923 Mens Diver Black Mechanical Watch. This watch is available now for £191.73. The seller is located in AU. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as New with tags. This watch is being sold…
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Vostok Amphibia Scuba Dude Custom Russian Dive Watch, New, Boxed, UK seller. This watch is available now for £189.00. The seller is located in GB. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as New with tags. This watch is …
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Vostok Komandirskie Mechanical 811323 White Military Russian Mens Watch. This watch is available now for £97.70. The seller is located in AU. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as New with tags. This watch is being…
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☭ VOSTOK WOSTOK AMPHIBIAN NAVY MILITARY USSR Soviet Vintage Wristwatch…. This watch is available now for £103.94. The seller is located in UA. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as Used. This watch is being s…
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⭐Vintage Soviet watch VOSTOK AMPHIBIA 2209 radio room barrel 200 M made in USSR#. This watch is available now for £81.60. The seller is located in UA. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as Used. This watch i…
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Wostok Komandirskie, automatic – men’s wristwatch – USSR – 1970s. This watch is available now for £99.00. The seller is located in GB. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as Seller refurbishe…
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Vostok Boctok Amphibia 24-Stunden Military Diver Watch 200m Automatic Uhrw. This watch is available now for £194.24. The seller is located in DE. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as New with tags. This watch is b…
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Vostok Amphibian vintage watch Antimagnetic 200m divers Russian USSR Soviet era. This watch is available now for £78.00. The seller is located in UA. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as Used. This watch is being …
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Vostok Amphibia Rare Vintage Russian Automatic Military Watch / Good Condition. This watch is available now for £99.00. The seller is located in GB. The condition of this Divers Watch has been listed as Seller refurbished. This wa…
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Vostok Amphibian
After the huge success of the Komandirskie Vostok designed and produced a legend – the Vostok Amphibian Divers Watch. After the fall of communism in the late 1980’s this watch gathered a bit of a cult status. There have been literally MILLIONS produced. If you had to choose a watch to be stranded on a desert island with – then you couldn’t go far wrong with this Russian wonder watch – the Vostok Amphibian.
Amphibia or Amphibian?
On the watches in Russian Cyrrilic script it has the word “амфибия” which literally converted to “English” characters = “Amphibia””. That’s why you will sometimes see this watch referred to as the Vostok Amphibia. However – the word in Russian when translated to an English means “Amphibian“.
In production since mid 1960’s
The Vostok Amphibian is a series of mechanical dive watches produced by the Russian watch company Vostok. The Amphibia has been in production since the mid-1960s and has gained a loyal following among watch enthusiasts due to its unique design, affordability, and excellent performance.
200m Water Resistancy
A Russian Dive Watch designed to be a reliable and robust watch suitable for diving with a water resistance rating of up to 200 meters. The watch features a screw-down crown and case back, as well as a thick mineral crystal, which provides excellent protection against water and impact.
The Amphibian has a unique and distinctive design, with a round case and a scalloped bezel. The dial is simple and functional, with large, easy-to-read markers and hands. The watch is available in a range of dial and case colors, including black, blue, green, and orange.
Self Winding Automatic Movement
One of the unique features of the Vostok Amphibian is its automatic movement, which is self-winding and requires no battery. The movement is also relatively accurate and reliable, making it a popular choice for those who want a mechanical watch at an affordable price point.
Cheap – but worth every penny
Overall, it’s a good watch that offers excellent value for money. It is a reliable and robust timepiece that is suitable for diving, and its unique design and affordable price point have made it a popular choice among watch enthusiasts around the world.
Vostok Amphibian on Amazon
The first place we’d recommend looking for am Amphibian dive watch is Amazon. With a great choice of sellers including Amazon directly there’s a great choice at sensible prices. Even if it’s just a starting point before looking for a pre-owned Vostok on eBay – start here at Amazon > BROWSE all WATCHES HERE (Vostok Amphibian filtered search)
Vostok Amphibian Scuba Dude Automatic Mens Wristwatch Self-Winding Mil…
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VOSTOK | Amphibian Automatic Self-Winding 40mm Diver Wrist Watch | WR …
£110.18 (as of 4 December 2023 00:43 GMT +00:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)
Vostok Amphibian 420380 Genuine Russian Military Divers Watch 2416B/24…
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VOSTOK | Scuba Dude Amphibian Automatic Self-Winding Russian Diver Wri…
£134.78 (as of 4 December 2023 14:56 GMT +00:00 – More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)Some Alternatives to Vostok Dive Watches
The Vostok watches offer great value for money and practical usability. There are two other brands that offer similar value and practicality – Steeldive and ChronoDivers.
Steeldive watches – from UK seller
If you’re looking for some of the best homage watches available right now then please give Steeldive some thought. With tributes to many of the most iconic dive watches including a stunning Rolex Submariner homage, an Omega PloProf tribute and a range of classic Seiko dive watches – Steeldive have something for everyone. If you like your dive watch to make a statement – then take a look at this beauty – the 46mm Seiko Tuna homage – water resistant to 300 metres. If you’re in the UK, then please support Steeldive UK importer (VJS Ltd).
Seiko SKX Homage by ChronoDivers
It’s healthy to dream – who wouldn’t want to own a stunning Rolex Sea-Dweller Deepsea or a Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver. But watch collecting is an expensive hobby -that’s why ChronoDivers are fans of good quality homage watches. Tributes to those watches we’d all love to own. We now have our own CD200SKX. There is no doubting the DNA of our design – it’s a true Seiko SKX dive watch homage – right down to the movement inside – the bomb proof Seiko NH35A.
DIY Watch Club – Watch Building Kit Review
Why not take the plunge and Build Your Own Diver’s Watch. The DWC have a range of DIY watch building kits from Adventure to Pilot to Diver’s. Everything you need is in the kit. Chose from a list of quality movements like the super reliable Seiko SII NH35A. We were keen to learn more so we took the challenge to build our own DWC Diver Watch – the result can be seen below.
The entire construction took less than half a day and we have documented the build in a couple of videos available on the ChronoDiver’s YouTube channel. For more information please visit our DWC watch building review
Further Reading & External Shopping Links
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