Vostok Komandirskie 1965 Reissue (Ref. 680273)
Military Field Watch / Dress Field · Vostok (Chistopol Watch Factory), an independent Russian manufacturer with a storied military heritage
Period: Neo-Vintage / 1960s Traditional Design (Modern Reissue)
Type
Military Field Watch / Dress Field
Brand
Vostok (Chistopol Watch Factory), an independent Russian manufacturer with a storied military heritage
Movement
Manual winding, Vostok Caliber 2414A, 17 jewels, 19,800 bph, approximately 36-38 hour power reserve
Dimensions
Case diameter: 39mm, thickness: 11mm, lug-to-lug: 47mm, lug width: 20mm
Description
The Vostok 1965 Reissue is a departure from the brand's rugged, oversized Scuba Dude divers. It captures the mid-century aesthetic of the early Soviet military 'Commander' watches. The tonneau-shaped case is sleek and polished, pairing an elegant smoke-grey sunburst dial with a manual-wind movement, providing a slim profile that fits comfortably under a shirt cuff.
Key Features
C-shape polished case, fumé dial, manual-wind caliber without date, and the '1965' reissue branding. It lacks the rotating bezel and screw-down crown typical of more common Vostok models.
Dial Description
Sunburst fumé/gradient grey to black dial, applied baton indices with lume pips, slim baton hands with luminous inserts, and a central seconds hand. Minimalist branding with the Vostok logo below 12 o'clock.
Case Material
Stainless steel with a fully polished finish
Crystal Type
Mineral glass, slightly domed
Bezel Details
Polished fixed steel bezel, integrated seamlessly into the C-shape/Tonno case design
Crown & Pushers
Small push-pull crown at 3 o'clock with knurled texture; unlike classic Vostok divers, this is not a screw-down crown
Bracelet or Strap
Brown textured leather strap with contrast yellow side-stitching and a polished steel tang buckle
Caseback Details
Snap-on stainless steel caseback featuring the '1965' commemorative engraving and traditional Vostok shield
Movement Type
Manual winding, Vostok Caliber 2414A, 17 jewels, 19,800 bph, approximately 36-38 hour power reserve
Water Resistance
30 meters (3 ATM). Splash-resistant only; not suitable for swimming, showering, or diving.
Origin & Provenance
Made in Chistopol, Russia; utilizes an in-house Russian mechanical movement
Age Estimate
Modern production (circa 2017-present), styled as a 50th-anniversary homage to the original 1965 model
Cultural Significance
Represents the 'Golden Era' of Soviet watchmaking when utility met mid-century elegance. It transformed the Komandirskie line from purely functional tools into respected dress watches within the Eastern Bloc.
Condition Notes
Appears to be in like-new or excellent condition; the polished surfaces lack evident scratches, the dial is clean, and the strap shows minimal wear from mounting.
Value Estimate
$120 - $180 USD depending on the seller and shipping origin. Value is stable but primarily driven by niche collector demand rather than luxury appreciation.
Care & Maintenance
Recommended service every 3-5 years. Avoid water exposure as it lacks a screw-down crown. Be careful not to overwind the mainspring; stop when you feel significant resistance.
Similar Watches
Seiko SRPB41 (Cocktail Time), Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical, or the vintage Vostok 'Zakaz MO' models from the 1960s.
Interesting Facts
The original 1965 model was one of the first watches officially issued to the Ministry of Defense of the USSR. While most Vostoks use the 2416B automatic, this reissue retains the 2414A manual-wind to maintain a period-correct slimness.