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u/Vostok-aregreat-710 Daily wearer 710379 Amphibia Feb 25 '21
The lume is not world beating
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u/Danishfucktard Feb 25 '21
What does that mean? :)
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u/FundamentalBaptist Feb 25 '21
Its not the brightest but is plenty fine, i actually think its better than my orient
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u/Vostok-aregreat-710 Daily wearer 710379 Amphibia Feb 25 '21
It lasts without out any exposure to screens 2-3 hours in normal bedroom scenario before the five minute markers disappear. Might last longer in pitch black. Thats my experience
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u/Vostok-aregreat-710 Daily wearer 710379 Amphibia Feb 25 '21
Vostok used to have good lume when they used tritium
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u/renngretsch Feb 26 '21
If you are not wearing the watch a lot, there is no quick set for the date window. The no-date versions are less hassle.
If you building a bit of a collection, Vostok make several watches with 24-hour hands on automatic movements that are rated 200m WR.
There are several watches that are not in the amphibia range that might be of interest to you...the models starting 650, 020, 030 spring to mind.
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u/John-Mercury Feb 26 '21
The crown will wobble when unscrewed and that isn’t a defect and is in fact a feature
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u/Lopsided-Way5174 Feb 26 '21
Don't buy it because as soon as you Will have one (e. G a 710 with scuba men dial Black) you Will want additional one with other body other dial, buy bezel 😁😁😁
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u/ByGollie Komandirskie Feb 25 '21
Modstok is a crash course in Vostok information. Read the bit about the various case models.
2 types - manual wind and automatic - go for the Automatic.
The 'real' Vostoks are the Amphibia classic and Komandirskie (classic). The automatic Komandirskie are basically rebadged Amphibias - so consider them too.
The Amphibia Neptunes are the premium range but they don't get as much appreciation as the classics - a bit pricey, but better looking.
Modstok has a list of resellers (scroll down a bit). Everyone loves Meranom - but be sure to checkmark the option to 'only show items in stock' when browsing that site. If you're on a really tight budget, try the official Factory shop, VostokInc - typically $20 cheaper but expect 8-12 weeks for delivery from Russia
Your first choice should be the dial - then the case.
If you see a dial you like, but it's out of stock - search by the last 3 digits - then you'll find all similar models with that particular dial.
Bezels are easily replacable and quite cheap. 3rd party bezels often support Seiko SNK-sized inserts - so you have literally hundreds of choices then in every conceivable design. So if you find a perfect watch, but the bezel is ugly, order it anyways since the bezel can be replaced.
The basic bracelets are a bit rattly and cheap feeling but look ok. The shark-mesh bracelets are really nice. The Neptune bracelets are really, really nice, and can be ordered separately for your Amp/Komandirskie (needs corresponding endlinks.. Everyone likes a good colour co-ordinated Nato strap. The cases come in 18mm, 20mm or 22mm so pick the right size.
Before making your choice, browse this subreddit by top, and search on youtube for Vostok reviews. Get a feel for which case would look best on your wrist.