The Vostok 2416 is a renowned Russian automatic watch movement, widely recognized for its robust design and reliable mechanics. It gained popularity primarily in the 1980s and 1990s, featured prominently in the “Komandirskie” series of Russian diver watches, and remains a favorite among vintage watch enthusiasts and collectors.
Key features of the Vostok 2416 movement include:
Automatic Self-Winding: The movement uses a complex self-winding mechanism with a bidirectional winding rotor supported by a gyrotron-type change wheel system. This allows efficient winding regardless of rotor direction.
Technical Specifications: The caliber measures 24 mm (10 ½’’’), runs at 19,800 vibrations per hour (A/h), and includes 31 jewels that reduce friction throughout its components, excluding the mainspring barrel.
Durability: It has a solid construction with a 3-arm Russian shock protection system and a Glucydur annular balance. The balance can be fine-tuned through a hairspring key for accuracy adjustments.
Power Reserve: Provides approximately 31 hours of power reserve, which is quite practical for everyday wear.
Calendar Functionality: It includes a date complication with an instant date switch at midnight and a semi-fast correction feature via hand adjustment around 8 PM to midnight.
Robust Build: The movement incorporates solid gear bridges and secure screws for high durability under stress, appropriate for dive watches.
The Vostok 2416 stands out not just for its utilitarian functionality but for its mechanical ingenuity and ability to endure harsh environments. It operates with a pallet lever escapement of Swiss type, further boosting its reliability. Despite newer, faster movements in the market, its slower frequency of 19,800 A/h contributes to longer service life and lower wear. This movement is also appreciated for its characteristic ruggedness paired with historical Soviet-watch charm.
This compact yet intricate automatic caliber continues to be highly valued among horologists and vintage watch collectors for its robust engineering, reliability, and classic Russian design heritage.
For any Watch Spare Parts inquiry, Email us for rate and availability: [email protected]
Watch Parts Enquiry
* If you are unable to fill out any of the required information fields, please type “N/A”.
Stem, Crown, Hands & Spares might be available for this movement.
Email us for rate and availability: [email protected]
Mobile/WhatsApp: +91- 9841 360 340