Those amphibians are looking more and more tempting
Morning update: The watch was still running this morning. One wind up a day seems to be enough. Accuracy: Its now 24 sec behind. I think I will reset it later today.
Did a bit more reading and measuring, the amphibians are actually quite small (but tall). only 40mm wide and the round case has 18mm lug. I'm going with the square case with 22mm lug, http://www.ebay.ca/itm/121123685052?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649I would never buy an invicta, won't touch watch from a fashion brand.
Did a bit more reading and measuring, the amphibians are actually quite small (but tall). only 40mm wide and the round case has 18mm lug. I'm going with the square case with 22mm lug
38-40mm and 18mm straps is my ideal watch size. Pre- 90s this was the standard.
Oh Grathr when you hand wound yours, after it's fully wound does the mainspring slip or just stop going any further?
This is an exceptionally thorough look at the design methodology behind the Vostok Amphibia watch. If you like mechanical or diving watches (or some insane combination of the two) you'll probably find it interesting:http://forums.watchuseek.com/f54/vostok-amphibia-analysis-design-methodology-491757.html
Many terms has been used to describe Russian design and engineering: "crude but effective" is most often heard. It is pointless to question the effectiveness of the Amphibia design; in fact it is far more advanced than anything else. Using a clear vision to see the actual requirements, and then arriving at a most effective solution, is anything but crude; in fact it is the art of the designer at its highest order. By comparison, no matter how finely a one-piece caseback is made and decorated, it is still no more than a glorified jam jar lid. To be realistic, it is better to consider the Amphibia design as an example of design, rather than a "Russian" design, and judge its merits as such.
Thank you! That actually explains a lot of why it looks the way it looks. The disign is pure genius by the way. And Now I have to get one!
Quote from: jekostas on August 11, 2014, 07:40:27 AMThis is an exceptionally thorough look at the design methodology behind the Vostok Amphibia watch. If you like mechanical or diving watches (or some insane combination of the two) you'll probably find it interesting:http://forums.watchuseek.com/f54/vostok-amphibia-analysis-design-methodology-491757.htmlThank you! That actually explains a lot of why it looks the way it looks. The disign is pure genius by the way. And Now I have to get one!
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Mine shipped. Consider both Russian and Canada post offices are known for their relaxed work speed, I'm not holding my breath for it. According to many the included bracelet is made of old soda cans and beer caps, so I'm wondering if I should get a new one preemptively, or wait and see.
Nice looking watch! Quick update: Having to wind it up every morning has become much less hassle than I thought it would be. I actually look forward to it. Its one of those : "I have only been awake for 2 minutes and have already accomplished something" things.