Vostok | Amphibia 420280 Automatic Mechanical Diver Watch
Category: vostok amphibia
Vostok Trading Watch Makers, Inc. (Russian: Восток) is a Russian watchmaker based in Chistopol, Tatarstan, Russia. The company primarily produces rugged military and amphibious mechanical watches.
The VOSTOK Men's Classic Amphibian Automatic Self-Winding Russian Model 420270 features several key attributes:
Made in Russia | Amphibian 420 Series case | 40 mm Polished stainless steel case Available in a variety of strap options, including steel, resin, nylon, and leather Russian VOSTOK 2416B Automatic Self Winding movement | 31 Ruby jewels | 31 hour Power reserve | Anti-shock (shock resistant) balance | Screw-down crown Water resistant to 200 m (660 ft) 20 ATM | Suitable for swimming, snorkeling, diving Beautiful matte dial | Metallic polished luminous hands | Luminous markers | Bi-directional bezel | Original 'B' logo on the dial | Stainless steel caseback with "Amphibia" logo in Russian
The VOSTOK company's story dates back to 1942 when one of Moscow's watch-making plants was evacuated to the town of Chistopol. During the war years, the focus was on defense equipment, but after the war, VOSTOK began producing mechanical wrist watches, which became their primary product.
In 1965, VOSTOK was appointed the official supplier of watches for the Defense Department of the Soviet Union. This milestone led to the creation of the world-famous "Komandirskie" ("Commander") military watch, which gained widespread popularity due to its precision, reliability, and durability, as well as its functional and clear-cut design.
The experience gained in developing the army watch led to the creation of the "Amphibian" - an impressive stainless-steel timepiece capable of withstanding depths of up to 200 meters. The success of these professional watches solidified VOSTOK's philosophy of creating mechanical watches that maintain precise timekeeping in any environment, withstanding heavy pressure and shocks.
Today, VOSTOK's viability is evident in the vast number of people around the world who own "VOSTOK" watches and the various international prizes the company has won for its high quality and commercial success. Vostok Trading is a long-term partner of VOSTOK Watch Factory in the U.S.
In summary, the VOSTOK Men's Classic Amphibian Automatic Self-Winding Russian Model 420270 is a testament to the company's rich history and expertise in crafting durable, reliable, and visually appealing mechanical watches. The watch's versatility, water resistance, and attention to detail make it a suitable choice for various activities, from everyday wear to water sports.
product information:
Attribute | Value | ||||
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package_dimensions | 4.84 x 2.52 x 1.65 inches; 4.66 ounces | ||||
item_model_number | 420280 | ||||
department | mens | ||||
date_first_available | December 22, 2020 | ||||
manufacturer | VOSTOK | ||||
country_of_origin | Russian Federation | ||||
best_sellers_rank | #801,885 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry (See Top 100 in Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry) #4,810 in Men's Wrist Watches | ||||
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