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Model Name:
Vostok Amphibia 120813
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Reference:
120814
Price ($)
$
100
Country:
Russia
A.I. Rating
5.4
Crowd Rating:
350
Watch Description
Unique Design Amphibian 120 style case | Original 'B' logo on the dial | 40mm Polished stainless-steel case
Vostok company story starts back in 1942, when one of the Moscow watch-making plants has been evacuated from Moscow to a little town Chistopol located on the Kama River. Defense equipment was the only company output during war years, but as soon as the war was over Vostok started to make mechanical wrist watches – the main production item ever since. In 1965 Vostok company was appointed an official supplier of watches for the Defense Department of the Soviet Union. This year marks the creation of the world-famous “Komandirskie” (“Commander”) watch. Military watch grew very popular even with people who were unaware which end of the gun bullet comes off, mainly due to high precision, excessive reliability and durability. The appearance of the watch also contributes to its appeal – functional and clear-cut design invoked the feeling of belonging to the tough world of combat professional. The experience which Vostok gained through development of the army watch was the foundation of our next special watch – “Amphibian”. This impressive timepiece in stainless-steel case endured the depth of 200 meters – kind of a wrist submarine. Success of the professional watches determined the company’s present philosophy – to create mechanical watches maintaining precise timekeeping at any temperature, in any environment, surviving heavy pressure and blows. The viability of the chosen strategy is now time-proven. A vast multitude of people both in Russia and abroad boasting “Vostok” watches and various international prizes awarded for high quality and commercial success testify to this.



41.7
48.4

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15

200
Steel - 316L
Round
Acrylic
Screw-in
Automatic
VOSTOK 2415.01
32
White
A.I. Watch Review:
# Vostok Amphibia 120813 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Vostok Amphibia 120813 is a no-nonsense tool diver watch defined by its iconic asymmetric compressor-style stainless steel case, bi-directional coin-edge bezel with black elapsed time ring, and bold black dial with luminous indices, small seconds at 9 o'clock, and date window at 3, targeting budget enthusiasts and adventure seekers who want authentic mechanical dive performance without luxury pricing; powered by the in-house automatic 2416B movement offering 36 hours of power reserve.
## Overall Watch Rating: 5.4/10.0
**Brand Metric (5.1/10.0)** - Vostok secures a solid mid-tier standing through its dedicated enthusiast base and battle-tested reliability, akin to Citizen or Hamilton offerings.
**History & Innovation Metric (7.0/10.0)** - Decades of Amphibia production since 1967 deliver notable historical cachet in accessible dive watches, though it sticks to proven rather than groundbreaking tech.
**Rarity Metric (1.1/10.0)** - High-volume manufacturing and easy secondary market access result in minimal scarcity, much like standard Seiko divers.
**Material Metric (6.8/10.0)** - Robust stainless steel construction provides everyday toughness, tempered by the vintage acrylic crystal, matching classic entry-level tool watches.
**Movement Metric (6.5/10.0)** - The 2416B automatic proves durable and jewel-rich at 31, delivering consistent performance comparable to Orient Ray movements.
**Complications Metric (2.0/10.0)** - A basic date display offers little beyond essentials, trailing models with chronos or dual time.
**Functions Metric (4.2/10.0)** - Core time and date readout handles daily needs adequately but misses the breadth of multifunction competitors.
**Versatility Metric (8.5/10.0)** - 200m water resistance, rotating bezel, and 20mm lug width enable seamless transitions from diving to casual wear, excelling over many peers.
**Dials & Design Metric (7.2/10.0)** - Crisp legibility and distinctive retro case proportions create an appealing vintage-inspired diver aesthetic, rivaling microbrand entries.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.0
## WM Collector Grade: C+
## Performance Insights: Versatility and history stand out as strengths while rarity, complications, and functions lag, delivering honest value at around $100 market price against a $180 implied performance level.
## TPS Interpretation: Fair Value: The watch provides reliable functionality with a unique aesthetic at its price.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
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