Is this Vostok legit?

Hello all,

Very new to WUS and watch collecting as a whole and was hoping for your advice on purchasing my first vintage watch and whether it’s original or not.

I saw this Vostok for $69 on ebay, I think it looks great but I don’t have the knowledge to know if it’s authentic or not.

I believe it’s a Vostok Amphibia, but the listing names it as a Vostok Antimagnetic, I have no idea what decade it might be from?

Do you guys think it’s worth a buy?

Many thanks

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Is this Vostok legit?

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