At current times, the main brands are
the following: “Commander’s”, “Kremlin’s”, “Amphibian”, “Troyka”
and the new brand “Europe”. Here you can find more detailed
information about these magnificent pieces of art. Russian watches
- Russian souvenirs are one of the sides of Russia, its progress
and development in technology and design.
"Komandirskie" ("Commander’s") Watch
Yet,
the “Vostok” never backed away completely from its military
past - the company was appointed an official supplier of watches
for the Defense Department of the Soviet Union in 1965. This
year marks the creation of the world-famous "Komandirskie"
("Commander") watch.
This Brand is the world famous one. It is well
sold all over the world, being the most popular Russian watch
souvenir. “Commander's” wristwatches demonstrate the highest
standards of precision, reliability, and resistance to unfavourable
conditions. Their quality is approved by the time.
“Troyka” Watch
“Troyka” is renowned for its originally
designed back cover. The rear transparent cover demonstrates
the unimpeachable work of the watch and the delicate fretwork.
There is an abundance of technical items to observe down through
a transparent cover. This Russian watch brand is highly popular
all over the world.
Vostok was also noted for its production of
marine clocks, which became a fixture on Soviet Navy warships
and submarines. The navy series includes such models as Neptune
and Breeze.
The experience gained through the development
of the “Komandirskie” watch was the foundation of the distinguished
watches – “Amphibian” and “RussArmy”.
"Amphibian" Watch
Traditional
conservatism of Russian manufacturer guarantees the stability
on the market of the diver watches NV-1 produced a lot of
years ago by Chistopolsky Watch Factory "Vostok"
by request of Department of Defense. These Russian watches
are intended more for professionals than for amateurs. They
can be a good Russian souvenir for military men.
"Amphibian" is an impressive timepiece in stainless-steel
case endured the depth of 2000 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.
”Amphibian” has a calendar in the small window
and a band turning in both sides (lunette) in order to set
the time of submersion and decompression stages which are
useful during lifting. Hands and numbers, which are covered
with special phosphoric paint.
Every "Amphibian" item is checked
individually for the purpose of 100% conformity with international
quality standards for diver watches. Even sea water can not
spoil the metal. Legibility of lunette and dial's inscriptions,
antimagnetic properties of case, reliability of bracelet and
clasp, everything is tested. Watches must stand atmosphere,
water pressure, and sudden temperature difference. Such tests
allow speaking about quality and reliability of the watches.
The first Russian waterproof and shock resistant
Amphibian category was born in 1967. The name “Amphibian”
had been chosen for the new class of watches symbolizing the
creature that is equally comfortable in water and on land.
By examining closely, one could see that “Amphibian” differs
from regular “Komandirskie” it is equipped with thicker synthetic
glass, backcase and with enlarged screw-in construction crown.
"Amphibian" during "Storm in
Desert" operation
"Vostok" watches are popular in Russia and abroad.
They are considered to be nice high-quality Russian souvenirs
and gifts both for amateurs and connoisseur. It is surprising
that soldiers of US, UK, German armies wear Amphibian watches.
When in 1992 during "Storm in Desert" operation
USA and its allies crushed Saddam Hussein, in Pentagon they
decided to reward all participants of the campaign with memorable
watches by old tradition. There was a competition, who could
supply the desired quantity of watches with required characteristics
in the shortest period of time. This competition was won by
the company, which presented the famous "Amphibian",
and several months later the winners were awarded by 20 thousand
watches with the logo of this campaign.
The
historical “KGB” insignia timepiece and guaranteed future
classic, that decorates some Russian watches, including Vostok
watches, was designed and issued to Russian Security Forces
professionals whose lives depended on reliability of their
watches in the water. These timepieces, uncompromising in
design, strength and durability meet various standards regarding
water resistance, pressure resistance, readability in the
water, anti-shock, rust resistance in salt water, manageability
in water, ability to withstand sudden temperature changes,
etc. Timekeeping is excellent and to the highest of world
standards.
Automatic (self winding) mechanism.
Movement - caliber 2416B.
Sencitive watch with central second hand.
31 Ruby jewels.
Date calendar.
Waterproof 200 m.
Stainless steel case and bracelet.
Case size is 40 x 43 mm x h 10mm.
Shock resistant balance.
Mean diary rate -10 +30 s/day.
Rotating bezel.
Self-illuminating hands.
Screw-down crown.
“Kremlin’s” Watch
Introduced
in 2001, “Kremlin’s” is as sleek and modern as any watch made
today. “Kremlin’s” won a nomination of the 2001 "The
Russian Watch of the Year" at the Moscow International
Watch & Clock Fair. Such watches are equipped with the
mechanical/self winding. The stainless steel case design is
immaculate, water resistant up to 10 ATM or (100m depths),
offered with a bracelet from superb processed stainless steel,
with 5 mic. gold plating, executed in the modern style. “Kremlin’s”
comes with genuine mother-of-pearl dial with the two-headed
Russia eagle, which really sets the watch off and protected
by a strong mineral crystal. Watch is outfitted with the gilt
crown. Special elegance to watch is added by mineral crystal
back cover. What one will love about this “Kremlin’s” is the
fact that it is so tasteful without shouting or being to much
of a show off. It just shows the perfect amount of elegance
grace when worn! These watches are distinctive and unforgettable,
characteristic of all “Kremlin’s” collections. The “Kremlin’s”
are comparable in quality and craftsmanship to the most expensive
brands today, at a fraction of the price.
A like with “Kremlin” Russian watch, another
Vostok watch “Attache” is magnificent for the fashion-forward
consumer; it radiates chic elegance, keeping you ahead of
the trends and in style at all times. “Attache” brand is an
indicator of its owner’s high social status – and his good
taste.
“Vostok Europe”
Watch
Year 2004 announced the birth of “Vostok
Europe” brand of Russian watches. It is a new brand targeting
the international market with captivating design and high
quality of finishing. Another era has begun for the factory.
The modern design of this collection has won the recognition
of people of all ages and professions around the world. These
Russian watches have become the success of Russian technology
and design. These watches correspond to the world standards
of manufacturing and testing.
With new ideas that have steadily increased the prestige and
demand for Russian watches worldwide, "Vostok" watches
have proved their reliability and quality in severe conditions
of space, ocean and desert for more than sixty years. The
new VOSTOK-EUROPE watch line uses the very latest technologies
and design developments, to deliver a high level of value
and quality to all who appreciate fine mechanical watches
and especially fine Russian watches, Russian gifts.
The beginning of the twenty-fist century was
marked by the development of new models of watches at the
factory. The worthy place among them is taken by automatic
mechanical watches with transparent back cover, stainless
steel frame with 5-micron gilding, sapphire glass, elegant
bracelet and the mechanism that secure high precision and
reliability of running. New models of the Vostok factory are
distinguished not only by the original design but also by
the usage of new materials - zinc fusion with long-lasting,
hygienic pure polymer coating.
The
most elegant and exquisite model of the series. The Vostok
2415 Skeleton model meets the strong requirements of today's
watch standards and fashion. The open dial of this Russian
watch makes it possible to observe the well-coordinated work
of the movement and turns the watch into a true work of art.
Sensitive Vostok 2415 movement with date calendar.
Gold coated movement parts.
Average daily rate: -10…+20 sec.
Run-tine reserve not less than 31 hrs.
Water-resistant case.
Silicate glass.
Average term of service: 10 years.
For those, who are not content with anything
but the best. This watch is an indicator of its owner’s high
social status. This Russian watch is a pleasant Russian souvenir,
which will be handed down from generation to generation as
a family relic.
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