Vostok is one of the best-known Russian watch brands. They manufacture durable, good quality watches with mechanical jeweled movements.Vostok started producing watches in 1942, though didn't start using the Vostok brand until the 1960's. Here are a few reasons why you should buy a Russian watch. They are outstanding value. Most Russian-made watches are good-quality mechanical watches, many buyers consider them a real bargain.

The quality is good. Of course, quality depends on the manufacturer. But most watches by Vostok are good quality watches.

They look great. Russian watches generally feature bold, functional, modern designs. If you like diver, aviator or military-style watches, you will probably like Russian watches.

They are unique. How many people do you know that have a Russian watch? Especially unique are watches that feature Russian lettering on the face. They're a real conversation piece.

They use mechanical movements. Most Russian watches are mechanical watches. If you can appreciate the the beauty and functionality of a fine mechanical timepiece (over a battery-powered quartz watch), a Russian watch might be for you.

They are reliable. Generally speaking watches built by Vostok and Volmax (which makes the Aviator, Buran and Sturmanskie brands) are durable, and keep good time. They have a sense of history. Russia has a rich history of mechanical watch-making that dates back more than eighty years. Features:

• Mechanical Vostok movement 2414A with 17 ruby jewels
• Water resistant
• Central second hand
• Anti-shock balance
• Screw-down winding head and back cover
• Case diameter ( without the crown): 40 mm
• Case thickness: 12 mm
• Black leather strap
• Width of strap is 18 mm
• Date-of-the month calendar
• Totally wound watches run not less than 36 hrs.
• Stainless steel rear cap
• Luminous hands and markings
• Watch comes with authentic warranty papers with box
• Average term of service 10 years
• 1 year manufacture warranty