In this article, we will talk about the command watch “Vostok 539707”, they are also called general watches due to the unusual shape of the case, it is made in the shape of a star. These watches are made by Chistopol Watch Factory "Vostok", respectively, they are made in Russia.
Initial acquaintance
Watches have a mechanical system. The winding-up of these general watches is carried out using a head located on the side of the case. To start the mechanism, it is necessary to unscrew the head, since it is twisting, and then rotate it clockwise.
In addition to the dial, the watch has a calendar, but you can only set it with the arrows, that is, there is no such position of the head at which it would be possible to scroll through the date, it is selected only by scrolling the arrows. In this case, the date is scrolled in only one direction (forward). The hands and risks have a light-accumulating backlight, which allows the hands and points located on the dial numbers to glow, helping to correctly determine the time in the dark.
Why do these general watches have such a number? The number 539 indicates the case number of this watch. This number designates just such a star-shaped case with gilding. The number 707 indicates the serial number of the dial, that is, all watches with the last number 707 will have exactly the same dial.
Appearance and materials
It is time to consider the materials of this watch. The strap is made of genuine leather stitched on both sides. The case is made of brass, the coating consists of titanium nitrite. The back cover is made of stainless steel. The emblem of Russia is shown on the back side of the lid, as well as some information about this watch. For example, the fact that these general watches are waterproof. This is actually so, but the whole point is that water resistance is conditional.
Specifications
This watch has a class of water protection in 3 atmospheres, so they are not afraid of just splashing, that is, you can calmly wash your hands or take a walk in the rain, but do not swim, since swimming requires at least a tenth waterproof class.
The glass of this watch is spherical, organic, so it must be handled very carefully, because most likely scratches will form very quickly. The Mezel is rotary, rotates in both directions, both clockwise and counterclockwise. The dimensions of this watch are not very large: the width is forty millimeters, the distance from one end of the star to the other is forty-six millimeters, and the thickness is eleven millimeters.
The accessory clasp is classic, on one strap there is a plaque, and on the other there are holes for fastening the belt. Since these general watches are mechanical, they have a rather large range of accuracy, namely these watches have values of plus sixty - minus twenty seconds. The running time from one plant is at least 36 hours, and the average service life of the mechanism is 10 years. The package includes a box, the watch itself, a warranty card, along with an instruction manual, as well as a booklet with addresses of service points of the mechanism.
Owner reviews about watches
Unfortunately, there are not as many reviews on this watch as we would like. There is only one review with a rating of 5, but it does not describe the advantages or disadvantages of this model. Judging by the reviews of other Vostok watches, people like the reliability and simplicity of the design, for many this watch is a gift. Some note the solidity and masculinity of the Vostok watch. Negative feedback is not observed.