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Model Name:
Vostok Amphibian Classic New Mechanical
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Reference:
120512
Price ($)
$
120
Country:
Russia
A.I. Rating
Crowd Rating:
438
Watch Description
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.
The first Amphibia watches were manufactured in 1967 in the USSR by Chistopol watch factory «Vostok». Professional seamen, divers and submariners gave their preference to Amphibia watches because of their simplicity and reliability. Non-failure operation on depth up to 200 m in conditions of significant temperature drops, in any excited environment – mechanical watches Amphibia stood extreme overloads and impacts. Those were the requirements of soviet government. Under the order of the Navy of the USSR was made the military modification of Amphibia watches, and tests had passed during exercises of the fleet on the Northern Sea. The submarine had lain on a bottom on depth of 120-130 meters, simulating a failure. A brigade of the divers, who had taken part in rescue of people, was equipped with the new Amphibia watches while they were participating in rescue. Both, tests and exercises had passed successfully.
In 1975 Amphibia watches had been in the space by the spaceship Souz-17 and to the station Salute-4. Amphibia watches were also tested by less exotic, but not less evident ways. They were run over the trucks, hammered, but they continued to show an exact time. An accuracy of Amphibia watches is obliged to the Vostok movements, and reliability to the shock-proof device of balance unit which is a heart of mechanical watch. Organized in 1942, Chistopol watch factory «Vostok» continues to follow the traditions – all the in-house made movements based on so-called Swiss escapement system, steel wheels and forks, a support on ruby stones, a watch spring made of special precision alloys. Having collected all world best experience of watch manufacture, Chistopol watch factory «Vostok» makes the items which can be called by right the true Russian watches.
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Steel - 316L
Cushion
Acrylic
Screw-in
Automatic
2415
33
Black
A.I. Watch Review:
# Vostok Amphibian Classic New Mechanical Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Vostok Amphibian Classic New Mechanical is an iconic budget tool diver from Russia's Chistopol Watch Factory, boasting a stainless steel case with a distinctive bi-directional rotating bezel and tall domed acrylic crystal over a simple applied-index dial, powered by the rugged in-house 2416B automatic movement offering 31 hours of power reserve, perfect for entry-level enthusiasts and adventure seekers who prioritize durability and value over luxury polish.
## Overall Watch Rating: 5.4/10.0
**Versatility Metric (7.8/10.0)** - This true 200m diver excels in everyday wearability with its rubber strap and robust build, surpassing many fashion divers like Casio in real-world utility.
**Material Metric (7.2/10.0)** - Solid stainless steel construction with screw-down crown provides good toughness despite the dated acrylic crystal, on par with entry Seiko Prospex models.
**Dials & Design Metric (6.7/10.0)** - The classic compressor-style bezel and legible dial deliver timeless diver charm, comparable to affordable Orient Mako aesthetics but with unique Soviet flair.
**History & Innovation Metric (6.0/10.0)** - Rooted in Soviet military heritage with proven field reliability, it holds its own against established microbrands like Squale in cultural staying power.
**Movement Metric (5.7/10.0)** - The 2416B automatic offers dependable in-house beating at 21,600 vph with 31 jewels, matching the reliability of basic ETA 2824 clones.
**Brand Metric (4.8/10.0)** - Vostok's cult following for affordable mechanicals places it alongside Seiko in the mid-tier, though without the same marketing muscle.
**Functions Metric (4.2/10.0)** - Core timekeeping plus date and dive bezel provide essential utility, akin to basic Timex Ironman for practical needs.
**Complications Metric (3.8/10.0)** - A straightforward date window adds minor functionality without overwhelming the clean layout, similar to entry-level Tissot Seastars.
**Rarity Metric (1.5/10.0)** - Mass-produced and widely available under $150, it trails far behind limited-run microbrands like Halios in exclusivity.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 4.2
## WM Collector Grade: C
## Performance Insights: Strengths in versatility and materials shine for tool-watch duties, while rarity and functions lag; outstanding value punching well above its $120 secondary market price versus an implied $285 fair value.
## TPS Interpretation: Good Value: The watch overdelivers on durable diver performance and heritage at a fraction of comparable branded alternatives.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
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