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The 21 case style is my current favourite and for me its the best wearing of any Vostok Ive tried. The bezels are something of an acquired taste so I think they look best with a smooth aftermarket bezel.
Considering the rugged in house movement I think that these are great value at around £60 – if you buy them direct from Russia that is. UK eBay sellers charge a considerable mark up on this. I love everything about these bargain basement manual wind watches including the 1960’s style packaging. its almost like they have fallen through a wormhole direct from 1963.
I always order the chrome plated ones but in this latest order accidently ordered a one described as having ‘titanium oxocarbonitride’ plating. Ive never heard of this but Google tells me that its commonly used to coat various materials as a protective layer. Its described as being tough and hardwearing.
Preferring as I do shiny chrome and polished SS I am not sure whether I like this or not. Ive been wearing it since this morning and have to admit its grown on my a little…….
