I'm looking for a few (2 or 3) Vostok collectors with modding / watchmaking experience in the US or Canada to test out some custom caseback openers. These openers are specific for the Amphibia (BA) or a Komandirskie (BK). So far I've confirmed the fit and operation with Amphibia 710, 110 and 120; as well as a Komandirskie 811. After a little feedback I'll put them up for sale on the forum (If allowed of course).
Although they are made from a (durable) plastic I've tested them on all my Vostoks and have had no issues. I've was able to loosen the casebacks from the factory tightness and retighten. I don't have much experience working on watches so feedback here is appreciated. These tools wont (or at least shouldn't) cause any scratching. I'm not sure how long they will last but if you confirm the teeth are properly fit before applying torque they should last quite a while.
The Amphibia opener does fit over the Vostok "big glass" clear caseback that I purchased from Meranom.
After a series of redesigns for fit / sizing they are fitting well. The 6 teeth fit into the square notches on the fixing ring, the tool's cylinder clears both the solid and clear glass casebacks and the tool's handles clear the case lugs. Thanks to @Matt_Bored_O for the encouragement. I will send you one of course if you'd like
So, If you have experience with Vostoks and hopefully one of each of the popular case versions of the Amphibias and the Komandirskies I'll mail you one free of charge for your feedback.
Hope everyone is well and let me know if this is something you are interested in.
Although they are made from a (durable) plastic I've tested them on all my Vostoks and have had no issues. I've was able to loosen the casebacks from the factory tightness and retighten. I don't have much experience working on watches so feedback here is appreciated. These tools wont (or at least shouldn't) cause any scratching. I'm not sure how long they will last but if you confirm the teeth are properly fit before applying torque they should last quite a while.
The Amphibia opener does fit over the Vostok "big glass" clear caseback that I purchased from Meranom.
After a series of redesigns for fit / sizing they are fitting well. The 6 teeth fit into the square notches on the fixing ring, the tool's cylinder clears both the solid and clear glass casebacks and the tool's handles clear the case lugs. Thanks to @Matt_Bored_O for the encouragement. I will send you one of course if you'd like
So, If you have experience with Vostoks and hopefully one of each of the popular case versions of the Amphibias and the Komandirskies I'll mail you one free of charge for your feedback.
Hope everyone is well and let me know if this is something you are interested in.
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