Vostok Amphibia Scuba Dude 710059 - Review

[@timur7381]

It's so nice to see a person that actually researched the subject, unlike few videos I've seen where people would complain of poor quality because the "crown is wobbly", or wouldn't have a clue why the watch is part of the horological history and shows a different approach to watchmaking. Thank you!

[@w6rr10r]

This is exactly what got me into watches. The fact that a lot of watches have each their own history is what makes it nice to wear on the wrist. Cool comparison with the blackbird.

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks 😊

[@PCVARGAS]

Congratulations, this is proof that a great watch does not have to cost thousands of dollars ! !

[@jerseythedog]

A Vostok will never over-promise and under-deliver. It’s easily one of the best values offered in the business.

[@andyguy0610]

I love the Russian philosophy of "if it ain't broke don't try and fix it" This design works so why change the design, Same way of thinking as with Soyuz! Loved the video review so much I have just jumped on Amazon and ordered one :-)

[@ianmarshall3633]

I just love these watches, especially the 710 and 420 case styles. They are so easy to modify. As with yours a simple brush finish on the case and bezel really elevate the look. I now have 8 in my collection which have had their bezels changed and strapped on nato's. They look great.

[@SqiroS22]

I am amazed... I hold my amphibia while watching this and I feel better myself. hehe veeeery nice review and lesson!

[@onlineidentity6826]

These are great watches that offer great value and great enjoyment. All at a ridiculously low price. I have lots of them, and enjoy modding them also. Great review.

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks I'll be making a giveaway of a GShock watch when I reach 10.000 subs, which should be in about 2-3 weeks so make sure to subscribe and follow the videos to see how to participate 👍

[@ianmarshall3633]

Could not agree more. Fantastic value for money. I have regulated all of mine and they stay within + or - 7 seconds a day. Great watches, a true testament to Russian engineering.

[@derekwilkinson7939]

Brilliant review. You have just sold me a Vostok Amphibian.

[@derekwilkinson7939]

And gained another subscriber. Thanks.

[@WatchGeek]

Haha thanks 😊 and I appreciate the subscription. If you do get an Amphibia make sure to use silicone grease on the threads of the crown tube to stop it from rusting

[@chemoautotroph]

I had been eyeing this watch for a long time but could not make up my mind. I was not convinced about it, I thought that being Russian it would not be any good. After watching several videos I decided to give it a try. I don’t know how to explain it, but I’ve been wearing it for a week now and I can’t stop looking at it or take it off. I own several Orient, Seiko, Phoibos, Casio, and others, and I don’t know what it is about this watch that I like so much. I put it on a Strapcode Hexad bracelet and it looks fantastic. And to top it off I’ve been monitoring it since I synchronized it with my iPhone and it is only 1 minute behind in 5 days!!! Unbelievable. I love this watch.

[@conradsmith9332]

This is by far the best video on Wostok watches, it is very clear and you know the subject very well. I have been using an amphibia 420 case as my daily beater and I can tell you it has gone through alot, diving, caving, mountain biking, abseiling and hiking and it just keeps on ticking, I don't think any other watch will replace my vostok as my daily wearer. Thanks :)

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks for the kind words 😁

[@mariomartinelli4467]

Awesome review. Greatly respectful mentions of the history, uniqueness and brilliance of a great watch manufacturer. I've subscribed and I look forward to seeing your future reviews.

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks for the kind words and the subscription, I appreciate it. I'll be doing a giveaway of a watch once I reach 10.000 subscribers, which should happen within 2-3 weeks so make sure to stay tuned for the prize draw

[@HeartofTexasArmory]

Wonderful and top notch review! Lots of great info and history. Cheers!

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks, there's another giveaway coming so make sure to stay tuned, maybe you'll repeat the success of the last time 😄

[@HeartofTexasArmory]

Nice! I will definitely stay tuned! Love your channel brother!

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks, same here 👍😊

[@carlos06291960]

The bi directional bezel works on the pressure principle as well, the lower you go into the dive, the tighter it gets! Ingenious is it not?

[@neilpiper9889]

When the crown is screwed in it disconnects the winding stem from the movement to prevent damage to the stem or the movement.

[@deluxeraccoon441]

Vostok was not actually the first to use that caseback securing design. I'm not sure who was, but I have a Bulova from 1955 that uses the same design and I've seen other Bulovas of the era that use it as well. Additional fun fact: SR 71 Blackbird Pilots wore Bulova Accutrons for their accuracy and ability to withstand forces better than a traditional watch. Sorry, huge Bulova fan here, lol!

[@bobgartin4165]

Great review! I just bought one on the big auction site today. Also ordered a stainless steel mesh band for it.

[@realfire6883]

cool watch with a lot of history, definitely a must have for anyone's collection!

[@RampartPh]

nice teal dial! i think you've convinced me to purchase one. and a real dive watch that isn't too big.

[@pabloorellana7631]

The color of the dial is beautiful when you see it in person, it is not blue or green, I can look at that watch all day long, the polished case looks great actually, I'll do the same to my watch, I had a lot of different Vostok watches on my hands but this one is probably my favorite, for less than 100$us you get a lot of value.

[@triples4good]

Great video. It would be great for a video on how you brushed this watch.

[@WatchGeek]

I will most likely do a short video on how to do it, but I sadly wasn't filming the process

[@triples4good]

Watch Geek Cool, looks fantastic, and probably one the best examples of a brushed Vostok Amphibia.

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks

[@RampartPh]

i'm very interested in how he brushed this watch too

[@AriefLatif]

What a great review. Love the blackbird background information and comparison. I have just ordered my first Vostok and really looking forward to recieving it. What is the watch strap that you have? It looks really cool on that piece. Thank you

[@WatchGeek]

It's just a cheap eBay rubber strap, but it turned out very comfortable and great looking

[@free_gold4467]

Great video, the first time I've heard the waterproof qualities explained so thoroughly. I haven't had a Vostok watch but I'm sure that I will soon.

[@anthonyperkins6025]

Hi hope you don’t mind I’ve copied your watch style and mod I to love it. Please can you tell me the strap you are using I’d like to change mine maybe red. Thanks for review

[@nikitis13]

Now how couldn't you love this, robust, unique innovative cost efficient design?!

[@jasonm950]

Best and complete review on the humble Vostok Amphibia,thanks.

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks for watching

[@joeframo3347]

Beautiful watch and it looks great on your wrist thanks for sharing this video I definitely have to buy one you could see it's constructed well just by looking at it

[@johnsrajasingh]

Thanks for the review of this watch. I plan to get one in the future.

[@lonswan317]

Excellent work Mr. Geek! A durable horologic unicorn for < $80.

[@whatsonthewrist]

A creative way regarding the case back to protect the gaskets. A nice looking watch, especially for the price. 👌

[@WatchGeek]

The price is a joke for what you get 😄

[@michaelkopala3738]

So cool! Thanks for posting this video. Getting one soon.

[@pezcaa6977]

great review. I am going back and forth between this beauty and seiko 5 as my first mechanical watch. Thanks for showing all aspects of the watch.

[@brianbuchert6382]

Gokhan Guzel I just got my Vostok a few months ago was wondering which watch you decided to go with?

[@Oblio1942]

I have a komandriski and an amphibia, I love my komandirski its my daily, but i wonder if i could swap my scuba dude's movement into that for the semi-auto winding. Thoughts?

[@gunnsteinnjonsson9166]

Absolutely brilliant review. Thank you 😃

[@free_gold4467]

They are ridiculously good value, I think I'll get one soon.

[@tlcode]

Unfortunately, they are no longer just $50.00. That said, for a 200m wr watch the value is still there. Especially if you look at some of the prices of the new Seiko5 offerings. Your brushed finish video was also excellent and will be my first mod along with taking the bling off the hair puller bracelet.

[@henryleehunter1]

Quick question, where did you get the strap, I have the watch and but it looks cool with the black strap, let me know please., Thanks

[@oddjob7821]

So basically you can use this watch for diving but not in the shower or swimming?

[@frankschroth1919]

Hello watch geek, Just ordered mine here in Germany. And could you please tell me what kind of watch band is on that Vostok ? I tried to find it but couldn't find out. Thank you in advance! Frank S. Germany

[@soft-Ordnung]

I appreciate you showing love for Russian watches

[@WatchGeek]

I have a Sturmanskie incoming so mu love affair with Russian watches is just beginning 😄 My watchmaker says he has more respect for Russian brands that do everything by themselves than many Swiss brands that just outsource production

[@soft-Ordnung]

Watch Geek Well, I'd say the Soviets were making everything by themselves. Now our watch industry is cutting corners everywhere they can, so they produce a lot of parts in China. There're even Chinese made fakes of Vostoks and Raketas on sale here.

[@WatchGeek]

That's the sad reality of our world. I have nothing against outsourcing production as long as you are transparent about it. But when a producer claims they make everything but they don't, that's what pisses me off

[@soft-Ordnung]

Watch Geek yeah, absolutely agree!

[@tods.9947]

Love the review. I own a Scuba Dude. When I looked at the rear caseback method I noticed that the design is very similar to the original Bulova Accutron 666 diver design. I wonder who came up with it first?

[@kevinscott6103]

Just ordered mine. Hope it makes it here!!!

[@brianbuchert6382]

Kevin Scott haha I just ordered one tonight and I’m praying it makes it here lol

[@ДраганНонковић]

And I ordered one yesterday!

[@user-qv7rw7dq1d]

How did you do the brushing on the steel? Please, I need to know!!!

[@WatchGeek]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4HTdp9mg9yNr7s

[@matteovita1850]

Hi I'm Italian. Your channel is very beautiful. I wanted to ask you why the case of your vostok is satin while others have the same vostok model with the most polished case. Why?

[@ДраганНонковић]

He brushed the case and the bezel himself, you can also do it, it's very simple! Cheers!

[@neilpiper9889]

The 710 ministry case is my favourite as it is snug on my wrist.

[@michaeljessop8463]

@Watch Geek - where could I go to brush the top of the case and the bezel like you did in this video? Thanks!

[@WatchGeek]

You can do it yourself using scotch brite, like I did in this video : kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4HTdp9mg9yNr7s

[@eeyyaakk6801]

hey, you wear your amphibia often, correct? have you ever had any problems with its movement?

[@WatchGeek]

Nope, never. I thought I had when I noticed the seconds hand stopped a couple of times, but I realized it just jumps in front when you shake the wrist in a certain way and then gets caught up by the movement, which is the result of the shock protection system this movement has, so it's quite normal and doesn't affect the timekeeping

[@fringefringe7282]

How do you brush a watch by yourself?

[@Louiscare]

What technique did you use to brush the case and bezel ?

[@WatchGeek]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4HTdp9mg9yNr7s

[@bananaassasin7514]

I put a custom bezel on mine love it

[@bananaassasin7514]

I had mine for 3 years and then I replaced the bezel with a red and blue Pepsi bezel

[@banovotz]

Thanks for the video. You did the great job with brushing. I immediatelly noticed it is something different with your Amphibia bu thought it was due to monitor :) Will you do the video on how you do the brushing?

[@WatchGeek]

I did 😁 kzbin.info/www/bejne/j4HTdp9mg9yNr7s

[@mike969696]

"The seconds hand on this one is ridiculously short"...interesting point. I agree that this one looks just slightly shorter than the minute hand, which is about as long as they usually are.

[@vegandinner1731]

Excellent video I owned one for years; I will have to replace it after watching this video.

[@WatchGeek]

I'm glad you liked the video. I'll be making a giveaway of a GShock watch when I reach 10.000 subs, which should be in about 2-3 weeks so make sure to subscribe and follow the videos to see how to participate 👍

[@1OneMinutePlease]

Hi buddy, I have one question: To change the bezel in this watch do I have to buy only the Bezel Insert or I have to buy separate bezel and bezel insert ? What's your wrist size buddy ? Just to check if it would suit me good!

[@WatchGeek]

My wrist is 6.7" and the bezel is a single piece, so the whole bezel is one piece, there is no insert

[@1OneMinutePlease]

@@WatchGeek Thanks buddy, the 710 case, the bezel is useless. So if I want to change it 'How should I search for it ?' I'm confused, would you help me?

[@Павел-777]

@@1OneMinutePlease meranom, komandirskie, на этих сайтах вы купите не только часы, но и моды, если не хочется заниматься сборкой самостоятельно, там могут всё собрать по запросу

[@p5ychonaut]

I love that steel ring around the dial.

[@jagoq53]

That is a tension ring, it lines and reinforces the crystal dome and is part of the waterproofing system 👍

[@p5ychonaut]

@@jagoq53 Thank you!

[@PaulGPhotography]

So if the plane was sealed in the sky and leaked on the ground. Does that mean that this watch will leak in the bath and seal deep down in the ocean? Ooh I do love the look of this watch and after all the reviews, articles, comparisons etc, I'm thinking this may be just the one I go for. Second place is the Invicta Pro Diver but I'm preferring this more. Oh and by the way. Great review!!

[@6leafdom]

that's a lovely diver strap. where did you get it?

[@WatchGeek]

Ebay

[@thehypercovery]

what strap is that? it looks awesome

[@WatchGeek]

It's a cheap eBay one, just search 22mm rubber strap

[@jacobdionne3496]

Can I have de link from where u got your strap please ! Nice video btw thx ! 👍🏻

[@luigin157]

Hi could you send me the ebay link where you bought the strap? Thank you!

[@garyfff4757]

Excellent video,I'm contemplating purchasing a Amphibian, what's the deal with the acrylic lens,and is the glass lens worth upgrading to?

[@WatchGeek]

Acrylic scratches easily but I learned it also buffs out easily so I'm OK with it

[@garyfff4757]

Thanks.

[@tarheelred]

*I like the complexity of mechanical watches but shudder simultaneously at their lack of precise timekeeping. But yo, this is a nice timepiece, especially with those black bands. I usually prefer metal bracelets on divers with metal bezels and cases. And only $50 to $85? Wow!* *The brushes that you performed on the bezel and case is dope playa! How’d you do it?*

[@tuntavern5757]

Excellent review Love those dudes !!

[@fatboab2181]

love the rubber strap. where did you get it?

[@WatchGeek]

EBay 😊

[@hugoabrantes4823]

Please could you inform, i love it too......

[@WatchGeek]

Here it is: m.ebay.com/itm/18mm-20mm-22mm-24mm-Watch-Strap-Silicone-Rubber-Band-Replacement-Pin-Buckle-/202078671747?varId=502074263018&txnId=1647059609010

[@WatchGeek]

m.ebay.com/itm/18mm-20mm-22mm-24mm-Watch-Strap-Silicone-Rubber-Band-Replacement-Pin-Buckle-/202078671747?varId=502074263018&txnId=1647059609010

[@matthewreviews4981]

I love Vostok’s. I’ve had mine for a few months now and it’s great. I made a couple of videos on it too!

[@Love_Street]

Thanks for the videos Especially the operating instructions on the analog/digital G shocks

[@WatchGeek]

You're welcome 😊 I'll be making a giveaway of a GShock watch when I reach 10.000 subs, which should be in about 2-3 weeks so make sure to subscribe and follow the videos to see how to participate 👍

[@Love_Street]

Watch Geek ok Subbing

[@cher.4402]

Hi, where did you get that bezel. And if you have the link, would appreciate if you can share. Thanks.

[@WatchGeek]

That is a stock bezel, I just brushed it

[@cher.4402]

Watch Geek Nice.

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks 😊 I'll be making a giveaway of a GShock watch when I reach 10.000 subs, which should be in about 2-3 weeks so make sure to subscribe and follow the videos to see how to participate 👍

[@cher.4402]

Watch Geek I am tuned in. Ill be anticipating for that. Keep it up and congrats in advance.

[@firkosa]

Hi im huge g shock fan and have already few gshocks, but now i want to get vostok and my question is how accurate is the watch. In the specification it says -20 +60 sec a day. How many times did you set it a week to keep accurate time? PS Great reviews i got into Seiko tuna because of you :)

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks for following the channels! Mine is at around +12 seconds a day on average

[@firkosa]

@@WatchGeek Thanks for the quick response, 12 sec is awesome i will go for Amfibia 67 case for start and then we will see :)

[@Bobsbargainbasement]

Excellent Review! I’m buying one right now on Ebay! Just a cool fun watch for very little money! Is there an ebay seller you recommend? Thx

[@WatchGeek]

When it comes to Vostok, no, I got my by a friend from Russia from a brick and mortar store in Moscow

[@Mahbubnhp]

Yes. There is a ebay seller named moscowtimeteller. He’s located in moscow.

[@meetthefloccers8112]

The unique Amphibia watch back is just a knock off of the Bulova Accutron that came out in 1960. The locking ring idea is a direct copy.

[@pietroandreoli4]

What's the strap?

[@CallmeDaBreeze1971]

Ordering mine as I watch this.

[@ManishSahay]

Nice! :) But that bezel is chrome plated brass. Why does it look like brushed steel after your mod? It should give a golden-brown look.

[@WatchGeek]

It was a very gentle brushing, not deep at all, and also, I have learned recently that newer regular Amphibias, at least the 710 come with SS bezels, and since mine is pretty new it could be it's SS

[@ManishSahay]

Oh yes, I forgot about that. They have improved the lume.

[@WatchGeek]

Yes they have

[@redletterl78]

I ordered mine last week - same model as review. I can confirm it is a SS bezel. Komandirskie is the same now too.

[@torbensvensson2093]

Great review! 👌🏻 I recieved my 710059 yesterday, exactly the same apart from the bracelet! Question: when you handwind, how many winds before it fully loaded!!?? 18-20 winds?? It doesn’t stops.

[@WatchGeek]

Congrats on a new watch!! Automatics can't be wound all the way, or should I say, you can't reach an end where it stops, as it has a clutch that simply slips so you can still wind, but it doesn't do anything. Giving it a few winds or a few shakes is enough to start it and then just wear it normally and within a day it will be fully wound I'll be making a giveaway of a GShock watch when I reach 10.000 subs, which should be in about 2-3 weeks so make sure to subscribe and follow the videos to see how to participate 👍

[@torbensvensson2093]

Watch Geek Big Thanks, now I understand how it works!!👌🏻 I’ve been a subscriber a long time! You have a great Chanel!!👍🏻✨👍🏻✨

[@fringefringe7282]

This is quite funny. They were at cold war but still cared for the patents.

[@dominionn09]

Do you know what the difference is in this and the 670059?

[@WatchGeek]

The case.

[@branislavradojevic339]

As always , great review !!!!!

[@jaym0517]

So is it fully water proof in surface?

[@WatchGeek]

Yes

[@joeframo3347]

Another great video another great Russian watch the real deal nothing fake about it

[@nawafnaser8053]

What strap are you using on that watch ? Any clues ?

[@WatchGeek]

22mm version of this: rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.es%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F401183636575

[@YisraelDovL]

I don't think it is accurate to say they are making these the same as they were. I have an Amphibia that is 18 jewels and hand winding ( not automatic ). The new ones are 31 jewels and automatic, so clearly there were advancements.

[@WatchGeek]

There sure have, but I was referring to the fact other brands have moved to Sapphire, solid bracelets and machined clasps while these are still stamped. That does change the fact I love it 😁

[@YisraelDovL]

@@WatchGeek Yes! I actually got my Amphibia by accident. I put in a low bid on an ebay auction, and was surprised to win. It isn't the most nice looking watch, but I find that I prefer to wear it to my seiko. You just don't have to worry about it, and there is something kind of relaxing about winding it. I actually don't even find the bracelet to be bad, it has yet to pull any hairs and I'm a pretty hairy guy.

[@hstlr31]

Very good review full detail, good job!

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks 😊

[@joeframo3347]

Plus my favorite music

[@iamsathya]

Where can I buy this watch anyone...?

[@free_gold4467]

You can order direct from the company website and they also have a Russian distributor whose name I don't remember offhand- if you watch a few videos about them it will be mentioned, I'm thinking of getting one myself.

[@wazreba5859]

I own one and it my favorite watch. I do not afraid of anything, just like with AK-47 :)

[@luisn7381]

I'm waiting for the exactly same one

[@roberthoward6925]

What strap is that please? Also great video

[@WatchGeek]

It's a cheap strap I got from eBay, but it's very nice looking and feels great on the wrist

[@MichaelAChang]

A no-nonsense Russian watch - it's all a watch needs to be.

[@razvanon]

Hi! What is the lug width on this one?

[@WatchGeek]

22mm

[@razvanon]

@@WatchGeek thank you! Also, i've on specifications that is stainless steel..... Never seen to say chrome plated. So, is it really chrome plated or it might be really stainless steel?

[@КоньВпальто-х3о]

these watches were developed for devirsant in the USSR, it was impossible to buy such ones as premium ones, this is pure mechanics

[@ilcattivomaestro]

I have got two amphibia , one is the black scuba dude (710634) and I think my 710634 is better than your blue one but your strap is actually very beautiful.

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks, I got it of EBay and it was pretty cheap, but I like the look and feel of it. I'll be making a giveaway of a GShock watch when I reach 10.000 subs, which should be in about 2-3 weeks so make sure to subscribe and follow the videos to see how to participate 👍

[@brianbuchert6382]

Wow pretty rude to tell someone that you think what you have is better than what they have!! Where you ever taught manners ?

[@JoeyDrones]

Great review, Thanks for sharing

[@borys_9481]

Where i can buy that watch?

[@WatchGeek]

Meranom and chistopolcity are best if you are outside of Russia

[@DanaTheInsane]

Shame you didn't use a 090 case like the original.

[@FolksingerFitness]

Well presented.

[@youngsunghyuk]

video on how to brush?

[@WatchGeek]

I promise next Sunday, this Sunday I have a more important Amphibia video to upload

[@williamhill7312]

Excellent video

[@robertbackus1196]

Like Video ! Just goes to show You don't have to spend Big to injoy " I like the Whatch sent s I don't Dive make it all the More durable + a shock Resist facter not fond On such a cheep whatch Like it ".

[@Rigbone64]

Really clean

[@afsanakhan1553]

Thanks