The VOSTOK company's story dates back to 1942 when one of Moscow's watch-making plants was evacuated to the small town of Chistopol, located on the Kama River. During the war years, the company's sole output was defense equipment. However, once the war ended, VOSTOK began producing mechanical wrist watches, which have remained their primary production item ever since.

In 1965, the VOSTOK company was appointed as the official supplier of watches for the Defense Department of the Soviet Union. This year marked the creation of the world-famous "Komandirskie" ("Commander") watch. The military-inspired design and high precision, reliability, and durability of the "Komandirskie" watch made it immensely popular, even among those unfamiliar with the world of combat professionals.

Building on the success of the "Komandirskie," VOSTOK's next special timepiece was the "Amphibian" - an impressive stainless-steel watch capable of withstanding depths of up to 200 meters, akin to a wrist-mounted submarine. The experience gained through the development of these professional watches laid the foundation for VOSTOK's current philosophy: to create mechanical watches that maintain precise timekeeping in any temperature, environment, and withstand heavy pressure and impacts.

The viability of this strategy is now well-established, as evidenced by the vast number of people, both in Russia and abroad, proudly wearing "VOSTOK" watches, as well as the various international awards the company has received for its high-quality and commercially successful products.

As for the specific product details, the watch featured in this listing is a VOSTOK Komandirskie 211783 model. It boasts a classic 40mm chrome-coated case and a leather band, powered by a Russian VOSTOK 2414A mechanical movement with 17 jewels and a 36-hour power reserve. The watch is also shock-resistant and water-resistant up to 20 meters (66 feet), making it suitable for swimming and snorkeling.

The dial features a beautiful matte finish, with metallic polished luminous hands and markers, along with a bi-directional bezel. The stainless-steel caseback bears the iconic Russian emblem. VOSTOK prides itself on excellent customer service, ensuring that any product quality or functional issues are promptly addressed and resolved.

Vostok Trading is a long-term partner of the VOSTOK Watch Factory, distributing their products in the United States. The company's commitment to crafting durable, reliable, and visually appealing mechanical watches has earned them a loyal following, both among military professionals and everyday enthusiasts alike.

product information:

Attribute

Value

package_dimensions

‎6.26 x 2.2 x 1.14 inches; 3.21 ounces

item_model_number

‎211783-L-BTM

department

‎mens

date_first_available

‎February 14, 2021

manufacturer