The friction bezel is to specification. Back when these were made every dive watch had a bidirectional rotating bezel. I believe the idea of a unidirectional clicking bezel was introduced by Doxa in the late 60s. All of the watches from that era that are still made have since changed to clicking bezels, but it seems vostok is keen on keeping things as they were, and I love them for it.

@oscarosullivan4513

Жыл бұрын

You can get a stainless steel wire which makes it harder to turn

@mime0815

8 ай бұрын

I heard somewhere that Vostok designed the bezel in such a way that when diving, the acrylic glass expands due to the pressure and presses against the bezel, so that the position of the bezel can no longer be accidentally adjusted. So it's not a bug, but a feature. ;-)

I have many Vostoks, both modern Russian ones and vintage Soviet ones. Apart from being fascinating timepieces with an interesting history, there is no doubt they are astonishing value for money, and just goes to prove you don't need to pay a small fortune for a good watch.

@BoleDaPole

Жыл бұрын

You need to destroy or donate them to ukriane , it's you're duty as a UK citizen .

@WUDN-WatchUDontNeed

10 ай бұрын

And now I’m envious! You have MANY, both modern AND Soviet? I have one vintage Soviet and I thought I had a small treasure (in historical value, not monetary)! I love it so much I made a small video about it… Congratulations on your collection!

@EmeraldHill-vo1cs

4 ай бұрын

And 4 yrs later, you do have to pay a small fortune,especially if you live in australia.

@katranjam5920

4 ай бұрын

Same here, in the part of Europe where i live. Just paid a whooping 198€ for a new Vostok Komandirskie K-35.

@wirelessone2986

2 ай бұрын

I just paid 75 bucks for a 2416 amphibian barrel case that's amazing from around 1991...it keeps great time!

The bezel is designed to be bi-directional because it doesn't depend on a ratchet to keep it in place, it depends on water pressure from 10 feet underwater to accomplish that, which it does, just like the water pressure increases the waterproofing of the case by the compressor case and acrylic dial compressing to make a better seal.

@Marenqo

5 ай бұрын

Thanks for that

This was exactly what I needed to know for my first automatic watch at the age of 61 😀

@richardperrettwatchmaker

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Volker ... very pleased that you found this useful sir! Enjoy your first automatic! Richard

@muckshifter

3 жыл бұрын

First of many ... 😎

@user-xe4yb5xc8t

3 жыл бұрын

So how much you got now?)

@dudearlo

2 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the club :D

@oscarosullivan4513

Жыл бұрын

Welcome to the club

My wife bought me this watch for xmas based on this video review. She got it from Chistopolcity online. I currently have it on a Russian flag nato strap. (White Blue and Red). In the short time I've had it since then I've had no less than five people ask me about it and tell me how much they like it and one asked where to buy it. I pointed her to the two main outlets. I've never in my life had such a reaction to a watch. It's rapidly becoming my favorite.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Peter ... so pleased your experience corroborates my view on this. And yes it's an attractive piece I think so not surprised in the interest it has been getting. Good stuff! Thanks for the feedback. Richard

I hadn't been into watches recently, but since I've started to dig into the topic, being Russian, I've became so amused by the amount of pleasant words which people address to Vostok watches and this review is one of the most delightful and thorough I saw. Thank you for a perfect job and I wish your channel more subscribers and views. Enjoy your watches! Best regards.

@sstarmer

3 жыл бұрын

Do these watches have a good reputation in Russia? I just learned about Vostok watches. I don’t need a watch....but I want one

@agregat9190

Жыл бұрын

@@sstarmer в России люди начинают любить свое производство в 90 годы было модно поливать грязью все что производство России посмотрите часы марки Ракета заводу поболее 300 лет

I have always been interested in Vostok and other Russian watches, since my wife took me to the Poljot factory in Moscow and bought me a dress-watch (Russian Style) when we got married . Vostok were knocking out the same watch but with a parachute, or a tank or an aircraft painted on the dial claiming these were worn by said category. Gum, and other tourist shops charged at least double (USD, EURO, but not Ruble). I love this particular watch and your video is splendid. I am still saving up for the Sturmanski mechanical chrno they still produce seeing it was worn by Yuri Gagarin, the first man in space. Moscow was a world away back then in the late 90's with Yeltsin reaching rock bottom with his drinking. It was the start of my love affair with all things Russian. Thank you for this fabulous video Richard.

@jagoq53

4 жыл бұрын

I bought a Komandirskie (blue dial, 'tank' model with blue Yúri Gagarin Bund-strap) in February 1992, off a lad on a train out of Moscow City centre, for about $10 - sadly the watch was mistakenly thrown out in a recent cleaning spree 😢

Hi Richard, some weeks ago I watched this video and after I decided to order one...Today I received it and I'm very impressed by quality made and acuracy ! it's not the same color but it's the same movement ( 2416b ) . So, thank you for the review !

What a beautiful and comprehensive review! I’m a fan of Vostoks and Russian/Soviet watches. Thank you!

Great review, Richard! Note that with most Vostok watches, you can advance the date by rotating clockwise past 12:00, than back, counter clockwise to 8:00 then clockwise past 12:00 again. This should advance the date by one day each time. It's better/ faster than going clockwise around the dial twice.

@RockandrollNegro

10 ай бұрын

On my Komandierski, the reset points are at 10 and 2. Clockwise to 2, counterclockwise to 10, then clockwise past the 12 and it will advance the date. Much, much quicker than advancing the date manually per 24 hours. Also, there's a way to hack the seconds hand by pushing the crown in at an angle, which stops the seconds hand, but I don't recommend it because it could damage some internals.

I dug 2 of my Vostoks out of the draw to watch this with me - both timepieces enjoyed the vid as much as I did.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Haha! Good stuff Michael ... watch my videos should definitely be a group activity where possible. Thanks for the feedback. Richard

@samiam619

4 жыл бұрын

Did you put them in a glass of Vodka to feel at home? 😁

@MegaPunisher777

2 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂😂

A great honest review, thank you. As an owner/collector of well over 100 Vostok watches I appreciate your tip of the hat towards Vostok's achievements. Cheers

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mario ... I just noticed this great feedback. Apologies for not thanking you for it sooner. 100 Vostoks! Love it! Richard

@motlay

5 жыл бұрын

100?!! I'm only 3 in. Got a ways to go.

@tonyedwards6033

5 жыл бұрын

Hi just wondering if there was a specific model issued to Russian soldiers ?

@bg-id1uo

4 жыл бұрын

@@richardperrettwatchmaker thnx for this Vostok review, good info!! Is there any chance you will do one on the 17 j manual wind Komandirskie ??

@richardperrettwatchmaker

4 жыл бұрын

Hi @@bg-id1uo ... please can you send me a link to the exact watch and I will definitely put it on the schedule. Richard

Thank you for the review! I bought the 24 hour dial version of this, and for that the click-less bezel actually has good use: You can use it as a solar compass. If you set the bezel according to your time zone, latitude and perhaps even the equation of time, and orient your short dial towards the sun, you have your orientation. I always like to have backups on these things, and as long as the sun can be found it’s easily accessible as well.

Thank you so much for this in depth video ! It is good to hear from a watchmaker that these Vostoks are NOT crap. I bought myself a vostok 2416b (not yours) some days ago and i must say i am impressed with this quality for little money. Many (not all) western brands are totally overpriced. No problem to buy another watch which is not from russia, but costs 200-300 euros more - and you have nothing better in terms of quality on you wrist. Just my 2 Cents.

This is one of the best watch related KZread videos I've ever seen. I've certainly subscribed and am looking forward to more like this one. Having a review beyond the superficial is fantastic.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Philip! Thank you for this encouraging feedback .... I love making these videos but it is always really good the hear that they are appreciated! Thanks again. Richard

I have three of this model. (Red, yellow and green). All with colour coordinated NATO strap. Nice and accurate and well made. Very reliable. People compliment them all the time. They've never seen anything quite like them before and they make a nice impression.

Absolutely wonderful video. No need to apologize for "using up way too much time" as it was thoroughly enjoyable and educational. I just subscribed and used your link to purchase. Thank you!

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve! Thank you so much for this encouraging feedback ... you will love the watch. Mine is on my wrist as I type this and has been my default piece since I did this review. In case you missed it there is also a written article with full performance figures here ... www.richardperrett.com/uncategorized/vostok-komandirskie-watchmaker-review/. Thanks again. Richard

I have 4 Vostok's between Komandirksie and Amphia's, I love that you can calibrate the movement and make timing near perfect like a swiss watch! Thank you for sharing!

@user-li3sl9bk4u

2 жыл бұрын

Зря вы так с этими часами. Идите ищите :-)

@wikipat6675

Жыл бұрын

Very True ... easy to adjust !

@Mauricio.Solorzano

Жыл бұрын

@@user-li3sl9bk4u Что значит "напрасно"?

@Mauricio.Solorzano

Жыл бұрын

@@user-li3sl9bk4u Я люблю Восток между Командирским и Амфийским, и я люблю Россию

@wirelessone2986

2 ай бұрын

I want to learn to adjust an Amphibian,I've heard others say they get them very accurate

Wonderful analysis of this classic watch, Kind Sir. I heard from people that dive with the Komanderskie(200m-self-winding), and the Amphibia, and the bezel becomes "activated" when submerged in water. Basically the water pressure causes the bezel to lock and become immobile. Quirky, yet cleverly designed, much like its two piece case back. I love mine.

I think you should score every watch one to ten like you did this one. Love your content. I'd much rather watch a watch review from a watch maker than some wealthy guy with a you tube channel that just likes watches. Your the real thing brother, please keep making videos. I eagerly wait for each new video that you put out. Thank you for everything.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Jason .... Thank you so much for such encouraging feedback and I am so pleased that you like my stuff. I love my work and I love making these videos and it is always really nice to hear when they are appreciated. Your point about always scoring a watch is interesting and is food for definitely. Thanks again for this great feedback. Richard

Nice analysis.......I just ordered one of these today......You are now one of my most trusted watch sources on KZread!!!

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Missile Man ... excellent choice and welcome aboard sir! Richard

I've had one for about a year now , and love it. Best value for money watch. Why buy a cheap fake of something when you can buy a Vostok from a company with history and credibility. Vostok Europe is a different company though.

NATO strap on Soviet watch? World peace!

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Marcus ... if only it were that simple! Thanks for the feedback, Richard

@ThePhilippe3000

4 жыл бұрын

James Bond Nato strap on a Komandirskie = Double agent.

@AFCAWorldBodybuildingArchive

4 жыл бұрын

Until you realize that this NATO has nothing to do with the NATO you had in mind :)

@user-cu1dz5io2i

4 жыл бұрын

@@AFCAWorldBodybuildingArchive Except it does :)

@satanicvoice4420

4 жыл бұрын

Что НАТО. Да ебать. Советские. И что? Причём хорошие

Thanks so much for opening this movement and going into detail! I've been waiting for this video. Excellent work 👍

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hay Dorian! Thank you for this encouraging feedback .... it's a great movement and highly performant. Richard

The KAMAZ of all watches, Vostok is good stuff! Thank you, wonderful in depth review, well done mate! :)

@richardperrettwatchmaker

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Markus! Richard

Bought this watch based off of your review. Received the watch and love it!

@richardperrettwatchmaker

3 жыл бұрын

Hey 916to864 ... thanks for postng this great feedback. It is a great watch and I hope you enjoy ut. Thanks again, Richard

Thanks for this excellent review. Just bought one. I have a bunch of Vostok Komandirskies from the Soviet era and they are great watches. This one is an updated version, a little bigger but with many of the same features. The red color of this one is superb.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi egwpisteuw! I have been wearing the one I reviewed a lot since it arrived. I love it! So pleased your experience corroborates my findings here and thenk you so much for your feedback. Richard

I have the Komandirskie 811275 - a beautiful watch and near-perfect timekeeper. I own quartz watches, but this is the watch I value the most.

I liked the simplicity of explanations, great communication, great fun. One can see what a great watchmaker you are. Thank you!

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Haha! That is so nice of you to say so .... thank you so much Cristobal and I am very pleased you enjoyed the video. Richard

Stellar watch review and surprisingly nice watch. Also, the additional comments make this my new favorite watch channel. I bought a decommishioned soviet military watch years ago that happened to have been worn by someone with the same last name. The case back had beautiful landscape engraving. It got nicked. I just realized that I bought a second amphibian and it was a great surprise to dig it out! Now I truly appreciate it! KUDOs to all the added posts as well!

Great review! Ordered one of these watches a week ago and your review confirmed that I made the right decision! Cheers!

Great review, thanks for sharing this analysis about these remarkable timepieces!

Great video! I built my Vostok from spare parts and really enjoyed the project. It's a watch that grows on you. It's not a perfect watch, but its built like a tank and very reliable.

Outstanding watch, and review Sir 👍 Tam.

A most proper and well informed presentation. Just one time viewing your brilliant work made me a subscriber. Have the same wT h in my lot here and yes you do provide a public service.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Benny .... so pleased you enjoyed this video and welcome aboard sir! Richard

Thoroughly enjoyed your video. I've been hesitating over whether to pull the trigger on one of these - you've answered a few of my questions, thanks! Keep up the great content. Subscribed.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Jonathan ... Welcome aboard sir! So pleased you found this enjoyable and helpful. These are great watches and fun to own. Thanks for taking the trouble to give the feedback. Richard

Just put one of these on my wrist, Richard, thank you for this video and everything else you produce, this is the cheapest automatic watch I have ever bought, I honestly can't stop smiling looking at it! Bravo!

What a great job you've done on this review, got to be the best and most detailed review I've watched. Cheers from Canada. Subscribed.

As always, a great detailed review. I have owned this exact watch for a year now and it is a perfect casual weekend watch on a NATO strap. As you stated, no quick date change which is a bit of a pain as I do like my date to be the correct date so lots of winding. I bought before I began learning about watches. I just wanted a red watch. As I learned more, I became more impressed with the simple, but clever design.

Fantastic review thank you for sharing your knowledge!

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Christian .... Thank you so much for this encouraging feedback. Richard

Thanks for a super analysis. Really enjoyed your presentation and your knowledge is top class.

Just caught up with your channel so sorry for being late. That was a lovely and dare I say honest review. It was calm, informative and a bit of a surprise that this relatively low cost Vostok could be compared to some higher Swiss brands. I am going to get a Vostok watch but I am having a little trouble deciding which one.... thanks.

That was fascinating and a good review . I have been fascinated by watches since the age of 3, over 67 years ago. I have the wind up vostok with the rocket tank carrier on it. 17 jewels and it keeps good time as well. Love all these instructional videos as well. I decided that I will not repair my old silver pocket watch as it might not go back together again ! Thanks richard.

You are about the only one I've seen who winds a watch the way my grandfather taught me.....back n forth. Thank you.

Great review. Red looks beautiful ! I have one blue dial vostok amphibia and also, ordered komandirskie, will be receiving it in around 2 weeks. I love these watches for its history, vintage value, and are well made for the money with nice robust movements.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Abhi ... I agree and love these watches too ... the 1967 with the green sun burst dial is my dream watch! And the movements are very special I think. You are a discerning man and thanks for the feedback! Richard

Very nice review. Patiently waiting for my first Vostok to be delivered to the US. 60+ days so far🤞🏼.

Just bought this watch after seeing your detailed review. Thanks.

What an outstanding in-depth review I love the watch I'm actually going to leave this site and go directly to Amazon and make a few purchases a variance of this watch however one of them will be the red of course. I'm a big fan of Jodi and just one more watch and now I'm a big fan of yours I think you did a wonderful job very very easy to listen to and the depth and scope overview that you go into makes the review captivating particularly wanted so watch that I can afford thank you so much for what you do

Many thanks for the great review. I bought the watch a month ago and it's absolutely great. On the arm, the watch runs approx. 1 minute fast in 4 Days. That is very good for this pricepoint. The bezel has also no clicks, so it should be normal for this watch. I'm very happy with this clock. I#m waitinf for your next review. Cheers.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Dievo ... thank you so much for this feedback. I'm very pleased to hear that your experience corroborates my findings here. It's a great watch I figure. Thanks again sir! Richard

I love your review on the Vostok, I would like to point out that although it doesn’t hack. It does have the ability to quick date change if you take it to 10pm then onto 3am through the date change and then back to 10pm you can change the date repeatedly.i have subscribed and also look forward to reading your blog.

Este video ha sido otra Máster Class Richard, hay pocos relojeros como tu en KZread. Saludos desde México.

I loved you review on this piece, it made me buy 2 (blue and red) and I subscribed to your channel. I appreciate your content and the way you talk about the pieces, highly informative and interesting. Thanks!

@richardperrettwatchmaker

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Marc .... such a good choice! And thank you for the positive feedback which is much appreciated. Enjoy your watches! Richard

I’ve been thinking about picking up one of these for a while. Have no reservations now.

Another great video as always really interesting & informative.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Iain ... thanks so much for letting me know you enjoyed it. Richard

I'm new to mechanicals and love watching your videos. I've learned so much. I have a 1935 Omega that was my father's and Invicta Pro Diver. A Vostok may be in my future. Very nice.

Thanks Richard, very interesting video. Had considered buying a Vostok for a while and watched a number of videos on the watch, but this video confirmed it for me. Just bought it on Ebay for Aud $125 which is silly cheap! Keep up the great content.

AK-47 of watches....

@MrSlim323

3 жыл бұрын

AKM-!!!

@ericjennings7583

3 жыл бұрын

Ha ha ha

@35INHUMAN

3 жыл бұрын

Actually I'm more into the Mosin Nagant.

After watching this review and a few of your other videos I ordered one. I was so impressed with the quality compared to the price I actually ordered a Komandirskie 1965(683219) as well because I wanted a manual one. Incredible value for your money.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Nick ... very pleased your experience corroborates my findings here. I have ordered a new 'special' Vostok and am excited to get hold of it and do a review on it. Thanks for the feedback sir. Richard

Hey Richard, just found your channel. Great review. My Vostok Komandirskie are 30 years old. Still going ( The date sometimes doesn't work). I don't think I will change them anytime soon !

@richardperrettwatchmaker

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Dave ... welcome aboard! 30 years ago is 1989 which was the year the Berlin wall came done .... your watch is Soviet! Cool! Welcome aboard. Richard

Thank you so much for your review. As always with your videos it was very interesting.

Have this watch and I agree with you, well done and keep on with your efforts, good format.

I am surprisingly impressed. I think I'll have to look into these watches add some of them to my collection.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Kurtis ... I am just working on writing up the performance in all six positions in this article .... www.richardperrett.com/uncategorized/vostok-komandirskie-watchmaker-review/ ... I think you will be even more impressed when you see the full performance review. Is it maybe the case that Russia mass produce what is within a whisker of a chronometer so that it's people don't have to walk around with garbage on their wrists; it crossed my mind as this may have been the general Soviet outlook... what do I know, I just fix them! Thank you sir for your feedback, it's a great watch I figure! Richard

Blown away with this accuracy!! Think you got a very good one 👍👍

What a great (thorough and systematic) analysis. Thank you.

Great review After watching it I ordered one.

Love mine !! Vostok makes a quality watch an I will aquire more of them as time goes on Kudos. Great review Richard, as always your reviews are first rate..

My fourth Vostok is in the mail as I type this. My first was a mechanical Komandirskie that I've taken apart numerous times, sanded the chrome down to the brass and put a new bezel on. The other two are Amphibias, a classic antimagnetic and a newer Radio Room automatic. I've come to love these. These are excellent watches for the price, heavily customizable, even cheaper than an invicta while exponentially classier.

I just received this very model in the mail today. My lovely wife got it for me. This watch is absolutely stunning.

I know nothing about watches, I always buy the cheapest and bin it when the battery dies. Whilst looking on eBay I was drawn to Vostok, and fancied a real 'mechanical' watch with character... I was dubious you could get a decent one for such little money, so search KZread to look for reviews on this Vostok Komandirskie Automatic Russian wrist watch 650840. I found your review.... what a great video! I'm getting one based on your knowledge and expert review! Thank you!

Semi-rapid day change is to move the hands to the 12 then back to the 8 then forward again to the 12 and to redo this until you achieve the desired (or ideally just before the desired) date then advance to the correct date and time. Another thing about the Vostok is that they are incredibly easy to regulate for amateurs ... and as easy to mod as Seikos.

@kodoaok626

Жыл бұрын

Greetings Sir, Can vostok amphibian watch moded with seiko's ? Can you give some more information on this ?

Hacking: I've seen demonstrations with the Amphibia that slight outward and backward pressure on the crown will stop the seconds hand, essentially hacking the movement. Others in the comments have well addressed the engineering/design choices regarding the bezel direction/tention and the semi-rapid date adjusting method. Great review, thanks for the content.

@bigriceburner

3 ай бұрын

I wish everybody could figure out this delicate hack. It works 100%.

I know my comment comes long after this review was published but this is the best and most relevant watch review I've seen. The fact that this is a cheap Russian watch only added more to my interest in the brand. On further investigation I was left asking what's not to like about these quirky designs, so much so that I've bought an Amphibia and am delighted with it. I'm sure there will be more to follow. Thank you.

Excellent video. Just wish you’d listed the music, as it made such a difference. Had to scroll through all the comments to find Prokofiev, then go through another bunch of videos till I found Dance of the Knights. So, thanks for teaching me about watches and classical music!

Great Review all aspects covered and a Beautiful watch,Kudos.

I was not sure if I'd want one of these Vostoks, but thanks to your detailed review (and the ridiculous price of £54), I will buy one. Thanks!

Richard I am late on this comment. I watched your review of this watch twice plus watched many other video reviews on this watch. Your review is the best and most comprehensive. I did indeed order a Bostoc Amphibian watch that came in today. The watch looks much better in person. The quality of the watch is amazing for the price paid. Hearing your review concerning the build quality really did convince me to try this watch brand. I even bought a second movement so I could tinker with it and learn how to service it. I bought the basic tools and supply's and have found tutorial video's to use as a guide. From what I can see, and what I have learned concerning this watch it should be a little work horse. It is amazing to me the cult following that this watch brand has but I can understand why. We are tired of Chinese copy's of other watch models. We want watches we can afford-but they must have charm and history, plus originality. Bostoc has all of this. By the way-interesting color scheme on that watch. Again, thanx.

@richardperrettwatchmaker

3 жыл бұрын

Great feedback Glen .... Vostok is a great place to start as a watchmaker as the design is very good and the movements not too expensive. Good luck with it. Richard

Well covered review again, as others mentioned this is the "nicer' of the movements. I do like the hand wind ones as well, given what they had to work with at the time these folks did a great job. Necessity is the mother of invention

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Mr Scalzitti, I do really like the 2416b movement and it's incredible value I figure. I must take a look soon at the hand wind calibres. Thanks for the feedback. Richard

I visited the factory in Chestopol back in 2000 and bought a load of VOSTOK watches to sell back in NZ. These watches are cheap but exceptional value. Problem now is everybody uses their smart phone as a watch!

@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040

Жыл бұрын

Everybody? 🤔

Great informative review Richard, I'm putting my order in now 😊👍

Прикольно смотреть про вуостуок куомандирски )) Круто лайк, hi from Russia

@fivestarrussian

2 жыл бұрын

Прикольно то что они показывают апгрейды с ними и всякие гаджеты для их настройки

I'm late to the party but as far as i know, the bezel is designed like that on porpouse because the hesalite dome will expand under preassure of deep water locking the bezel in place, wich in my opinion is a very smart solution using physics in favor of the functionality of the watch. Anyway, great work.

Amazon specs the bezel as "Bidirectional". I enjoy your reviews: Greetings from Yautepec, Mexico: Keep up the good work, Richard!

Brilliant review, thank you.

I have Vostok Amfibia and it have -10 s/day. And you have unique watch object. Usually it show much biger error

Great review! But just to be more precise regarding the bi-directional bezel, one must know that Vostoks in general do not use click stops. The bezel glides both ways and its stiffness depends on the easily adjustable wire spring underneath. Granted...this would be a no no when scuba diving, but a Godsend when one just wants to time activities whether long or short without having to click forever to set the starter time. I often use mine to time my barbecue cooking or for runs. All my Vostoks are great timepieces for the price. It's a treat when a certified Watchmaker gives them a high review mark. Thanks much Richard...and BTW your vids quality is superb and refined...says much about your workmanship. Cheers mate!

@brianbuchert6382

4 жыл бұрын

David Remillard the funny thing is I’ve owned my Vostok for a cpl months with the bezel fixed in the same spot and it’s not been bumped off its mark

I have a Soviet Era Commander, it's about 45 years old. It is still in nearly new condition. I took it out of the drawer. It still sparks to life, keeps great time. They are great watches in my opinion.

Great review!

Loved your review and that you being a watchmaker makes it more credible. I will be getting mine in a couple days and will be happy if it works for a year. I have had 3 Chinese parnis pilot reserves and all have failed. My most recent one will stop at exactly 10:25 pm every night no matter if it’s showing there is 30hrs of power left. I could send it back for repair or replacement, however it’s going to cost me the price of a Vostok. So I will take a chance with one of these instead of chancing getting back another Chinese lemon.

Oh, I ordered my 1st amphibia in August. Can't wait.

A good review! Well done. Thank you.

I'm really considering getting one of these. I'm a huge fan of Seiko 5's but I'm a bit bored with them to be honest so this looks like a nice watch to try out. Great video.

Great review! Thank you very much!

I just finished watching this video in its entirety and wanted thank you for the honest and fair review of the Vostok Komandirskie! It could have been twice as long and kept me interested throughout. The truth is that your watch is actually closer to an Amphibia with basically the only difference being the Komandirskie dial. The lack of hacking and quickset date is definitely a major drawback, but can you realistically expect those features from a movement that can be obtained for $39? As for the bezel, it is meant to be bi-directional without clicks and this is even the case for the Amphibias. The only exception is a certain line of "SE" special edition versions and (I think) a certain vintage model. I saw another comment of yours stating that you might mod the watch to have a clicking bezel. I would be very interested to see this and how you plan to accomplish it. You may even want to try some other mods like converting a Vostok to hand-wind only with a a flat caseback. There are quite a few official and unofficial sellers of mod parts on the internet like Meranom and "favinov" that I highly recommend you take a look at. Check out a few of the mods I've done :)

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi 24H! Oh my days that blue dial! (blue sunburst dial with BGW9 lume) ... i just subscribed to your channel, good stuff! And thank you for the information above. Very helpful sir! Richard

@Gary-Seven-and-Isis-in-1968

4 жыл бұрын

Maybe Vostok have recently changed their model specifications, I thought that the Komandirskie was a manual winder with a waterproof depth of 100m and the Amphibia was the automatic winder with a waterproof depth of 200m. This movement number 2416b means little to me. I wonder if it is in fact also the number of the original Amphibia automatic movement?

@francineboucher8296

4 жыл бұрын

Richard Perrett Watchmaker nbv

I love the music overlay on the video...bravo!

I just bought one, for the price you cant go wrong. Can’t wait to get it and give it a go.

Great video. I have a couple of Vostoks. Currently wearing a 25+ year old Amphibia that's going strong! I was really surprised how accurate the one you reviewed was. Usually, Vostok have a reputation for being bulletproof but not that accurate. Both of mine reflect that. The one you received seems to be a rather pleasant anomaly!

Good video thanks, that actually a very smart looking watch, I love it. Thanks again!

@richardperrettwatchmaker

5 жыл бұрын

Hi Steven ... I love it so much! It's on my wrist on the NATO strap now, Thanks for the feedback. Richard

Excellent, top notch review! I hardly noticed the length of video because it was so interesting. I've owned several watches produced by Poljot and Vostok and love them. My favorite is the Poljot moonphase chrono with I believe runs on cal. 3133 movement. Second place goes to Poljot signal alarm which id powered by cal. 2612.1 movement. Double keyless works is beautiful to look at. I've recently purchased two Vostok Komandirskie, one for a friend and one for me. Both cost less than 40USD each. I knew this watch would get good scores but pleasantly surprised how high they were. Great video and I have subscribed. Any intention of doing a video of disassembly, cleaning and lubrication? Would love to see that. Cheers!!

very good presentation 😍 thanks a lot!!

Great review Richard, thanks. FYI, I bought a Vostok Amphibia directly from Meranom (Vostok factory outlet) and wasn't charged anything from customs. Worth mentioning in case you want to get another.