VTG Soviet Military Watch Admiral Vostok Manual Winding Men’s Commander USSR XL

Up for sale is a striking vintage Soviet-era Vostok "Admiral" / "Komandirskie" (Командирские) military-style wristwatch. These iconic "Commander's" watches were originally produced for the USSR Ministry of Defense and feature bold naval/admiral-themed design elements that make them highly collectible.

Key Features:

• Gold-plated angular case with distinctive star-shaped bezel
• Eye-catching champagne/gold dial with central black stripe, anchor symbol, and admiral rank insignia (stripes + star)
• Red-tipped second hand and date window at 3 o'clock
• Bold Arabic numerals and red "40-50" dive-style markings on the rotating bezel
• "Командирские" (Komandirskie) idiocy on the dial and "Сделано в России" (Made in Russia) at the bottom
• Manual winding mechanical movement (reliable Vostok caliber, runs smoothly)
• Large XL size – very comfortable on the wrist
• Original brown genuine leather strap with gold-plated buckle marked "S. STEEL"
• Solid screw-down case back with engraved Russian double-headed eagle and "ВОДОНЕПРОНИЦАЕМЫЕ" (water-resistant) marking

Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The watch is fully functional and keeps good time. The gold plating shows minor natural darkening/patina consistent with age, along with some very light, barely noticeable surface scratches. The crystal is clear with no major marks. The genuine leather strap is supple and in very good shape. Overall, this is a very attractive and wearable example that looks impressive on the wrist.

This is a genuine Soviet/Russian Vostok piece — a fantastic addition to any vintage watch collection, military memorabilia, or Soviet-era enthusiast's collection.