Vostok Amphibia USSR 2209 Mechanical Diver Watch Rare Blue Sector Dial Engraved
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Vintage Soviet Diver Watch – Vostok Amphibia (Cal. 2209)
A distinctive mid-1980s mechanical diver’s watch from the renowned Soviet manufacturer Vostok. This Amphibia model was produced in the USSR at the Chistopol Watch Factory, a key supplier of durable military and civilian timepieces during the Soviet era. It combines utilitarian engineering with a bold, period-correct design, making it a compelling piece for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage tool watches.
Key Features
- Mechanical movement: Caliber 2209
- 18 jewels
- Beat rate: 18,000 A/h
- Central seconds hand
- No calendar complication
- Water resistance: up to 200 meters
- Screw-down crown for enhanced sealing
- Rotating bezel for dive timing
- Antimagnetic protection
- Stainless steel case
- Caseback serial number: 329497
Dimensions
- Case size: 39 × 47 mm
- Thickness (including crystal): 14 mm
- Lug width: 18 mm
Design
The watch features a rare sector-style dial in black with blue accents, creating strong visual depth. Applied hour markers with lume, bold minute track, and a red central seconds hand with a ring ensure excellent readability. The cushion (barrel-shaped) stainless steel case emphasizes its robust, utilitarian character typical of Soviet dive watches.
Engineering & Construction
The Amphibia line is known for its unconventional yet highly effective engineering solutions. The acrylic crystal is designed to flex slightly under pressure, increasing water resistance. A specialized caseback and gasket system compress under load, improving the seal as depth increases. These features made Amphibia watches exceptionally durable and reliable in real-world conditions.
Condition
The watch underwent full professional service in April 2026: cleaned, lubricated, and regulated. The movement runs well and keeps stable time. The hands have been carefully restored and repainted. Overall condition is very good, with minor signs of wear consistent with age.
Movement Specifications
- Caliber: 2209
- Size: 9 1/2'''
- Height: 3.20 mm
- Lift angle: 46°
- Jewels: 18
Historical Engraving
The caseback bears a deeply personal commemorative engraving:
"To dear Vasily Gursevich on the occasion of his 60th birthday, from participants of the Battle of the Dnieper (1943). Date: 23.02.1986"
This confirms that the watch was presented as a 60th birthday gift to Vasily by veterans connected to the Battle of the Dnieper (1943), adding strong historical and emotional value.
Important Notes
- The watch is sold without a strap
Summary
A rugged and collectible Soviet Amphibia diver with a rare dial configuration, solid mechanical movement, and documented historical engraving. An excellent choice for collectors seeking authenticity, character, and story in a vintage timepiece.
Overview
- Period
- 1980s
- Factory
- Chistopol Watch Factory
Movement
- Movement
- Mechanical (hand-wound)
- Caliber
- 2209
- Jewels
- 18 jewels
Case size
- Diameter (Ø)
- 39 mm
- Weight
- 200 g
Case
- Case material
- Chrome-plated
- Case finish
- Chrome-plated
Dial, hands & crystal
- Dial color
- Blue
Condition & service
Condition: Fully serviced
Carefully packed and sent with tracking — typically 7–21 business days depending on destination.
Every watch is a genuine Soviet-era original, inspected and (where noted) serviced before it ships.
If it isn't right, return it within 14 days for a refund — just get in touch and we'll sort it out.
A Soviet mechanical watch has no battery — it runs on a tiny wound spring, just as it did decades ago. Treat it kindly and it will keep good time for many years. Here is how to wind, set and care for yours.
Winding a hand-wound watch
- Wind it off your wrist. Hold the watch in one hand so you do not put sideways stress on the winding stem.
- Turn the crown clockwise (away from you) with your thumb and forefinger, in smooth, steady turns.
- Stop as soon as you feel firm resistance. Do not force that last turn — a fully wound spring stops abruptly, and pushing past it can damage the mainspring.
- A full wind lasts roughly 24–40 hours. Winding once a day, at about the same time, keeps the watch running and accurate.
Automatic (self-winding) models
Some Soviet watches — certain Vostok and Slava models — wind themselves from the motion of your wrist. If one has stopped, give the crown 20–30 gentle turns to get it started, then simply wear it. You cannot over-wind a healthy automatic.
Setting the time & date
- Gently pull the crown out to the setting position and turn it to move the hands. Setting the time forwards (clockwise) is kindest to the movement.
- If your watch has a date, avoid changing it between roughly 9 p.m. and 3 a.m. The date mechanism is engaged during those hours and forcing it can break it — move the hands to mid-morning first, then set the date.
- Push the crown fully back in when you are finished.
Everyday care
- Keep it dry. Vintage watches are not water resistant, even if marked so decades ago. Take it off before washing your hands, swimming or showering.
- Avoid magnets — speakers, phones, laptops and magnetic clasps can magnetise the movement and make it run fast.
- Avoid knocks. Take the watch off for sport or heavy work.
- A vintage movement that keeps time to within about a minute or two a day is running well. Small variation is normal and part of their charm.
Storage & service
When you are not wearing it, store the watch flat in its box, away from heat and moisture. There is no need to keep it fully wound at all times. To keep it healthy, have it professionally serviced every 3–5 years — a clean and fresh lubrication is what lets these watches run, quite literally, for generations.
Look after it and your Soviet Time piece will outlast its battery-powered cousins many times over. If anything ever feels wrong, write to support@soviet-time.com. You can also review our Returns & guarantee. — Igor, your watchmaker
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