Complete Vostok 'Dress Diver' Mods! Hands, Dial, Crown, Bezel, Ceramic Insert & Strap!

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I'm baaaaack! About bloody time that I made a mod vid or two. After a shaky experience with a Seiko 7002 (coming soon) what better way to get back on the horse than with a Vostok Amphibia? They are so tough, even I can't break them. This one was kinda driven by the strap, and I think it looks great. Parts from Meranom (crown, hands, dial) eBay (bezel) and DLW (bezel insert). Happy Modding! JOMW
www.dlwwatches.com/collections/ceramic-bezel-inserts/products/ceramic-bezel-inserts-sub-all-black

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@TheBadGuy1974 5 жыл бұрын

You have the delicate touch of a grizzly bear.

@JustOneMoreWatch 5 жыл бұрын

My wife agrees.

@frznrrfan.frznrrfan102 5 жыл бұрын

It's only a Vostoc. I think I might try my hand at it. Thanks for such a great video

@bm.r.4427 4 жыл бұрын

@@frznrrfan.frznrrfan102 Ben carefull with the crown

@zelphx 3 жыл бұрын

I am the same... but a grizzly wearing mittens.

@peterowens290 3 жыл бұрын

Probably not such a bad thing, many of us will just as "handicapped" so now we at least know that you don't need to be a watchmaker.

@zatoichi4407 5 жыл бұрын

My father former ussr then Russian military officer. From 1980 till our days he prefer only vostok komandirskie.

@salahuddinyusuf 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder if the USSR's anthem plays in his head every time he buys a vostok komandirskie.

@FrostBlackbird 4 жыл бұрын

@@salahuddinyusuf Probably not anymore because is capitalist pigs can buy them haha actually bought my first one last week directly from vostok. As an American, super excited to get my hands on this piece of Russian technology.

@alessandroranzo9748 3 жыл бұрын

i own an amphibia neptune and a komandirskie and they both keep time very well, better than seiko. I really love them.

@Happy357mag 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely not better than Seiko. Seiko has a lot of great movements. That's why so many other brands use seiko movements in their watches. Vostok has the 2400 series and ??? Anyway I have a Vostok amphibian and 2 classic komandirskies. I really like Vostok and I'm looking for #4

@PanzergrauModels 5 ай бұрын

He's so right!

@STW1964 5 жыл бұрын

That's a pretty cool 'new' watch. Being in Moscow I don't have the postage problem you have and I see these in every shopping center here. So, you have inspired me to have a go myself Jody.

@contentconsumer487 5 жыл бұрын

So how much do they cost in Russia?

@Mike-yy4ll 4 жыл бұрын

Hey, man, i'm Russian and i've never seen Vostoks outside manufacturer's website. Where did you seen them retail, precisely?

@Mike-yy4ll 4 жыл бұрын

@@contentconsumer487 Not much, same as everywhere else.

@mr.t2553 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mike-yy4ll Не могу сказать для Москвы и МО, но в Волгоградской области можно их найти чуть ли не в каждом ТЦ, где будет лавка с недорогими часами (Там где продают всякие Q&Q). Кстати цены сильно поднялись за последные годы... Помню Амфибии за 2000 и Командирские за 1000 в 2011/2012.

@stephenfewson7188 3 жыл бұрын

What's a good Big one to get @Steven?

@ulrikreimann652 3 жыл бұрын

This is probably the best video ever for "how to mod a Vostok". It gave me the courage to give it a go. THANKS!

@elshano_ 5 жыл бұрын

Love your work Jody! I found your channel because of the first Vostok mod video you didn’t and haven’t looked back. I went with OSC gear for my Ministry case Amphibia, but DLW will get the nod for my Sea Urchin project, looks like great stuff 👍

@mstislav007 5 жыл бұрын

Well done!!! Greetings from Russia)) Восток Амфибия

@LVK15926951 5 жыл бұрын

You are by far the best watch vlogger there is . Keep doing what you do I appreciate it and so do the millions of others who watch you everyday ... Cheers

@mariodavidpalacio 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! Just when I thought watch videos always have the same topics you came with the lume wars and the tritium piece you featured. Thanks for sharing this mod and the implicit motivation. Have a great day in Sidney, mate. Cheers from Medellín, Colombia.

@timur7381 5 жыл бұрын

Ugh, can't wait to get my Amphibia already! Waiting for almost a month now, got "lucky" and ordered in the holidays week (forgot a lot of shops are closed for new years, silly being from Russia myself lol). Watch is finally in the air, so hopefully one more week. I just received a sexy new bezel from One-second-closer, I think they are out of Poland. The bezel I received is top notch quality, very fine metal work, and the insert fits nicely (with that hypo cement, thanks for the tip!). I already have a blushark nato strap waiting for the watch.. Mods arrived before the subject of modding :) I'm in line for more mods on meranom lol, I want that signed steel crown, display back, and a steel movement holder (why not lol). One step closer also have very sexy looking hands for Vostok, thinking if I should order more lol.

@charlie-obrien 5 жыл бұрын

At the start of this vid I was thinking; "I can't believe he's going to mod that good looking Vostock!" At the end of the vid I am like, "I have to mod all of my watches like Jody!" Lol But seriously, you made some beautiful color choices for the dial, the hands and of course you are dead on right about that vintage band. Thoroughly enjoyed the vid. PS; a tiny bit of Rodico on the tip of the screwdriver will keep the screws from being "fiddly".

@JustOneMoreWatch 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the compliment and the tip! Cheers.

@grady60 4 жыл бұрын

I thought the same! I loved the design of the Vostok at the start of the video so much I did my own mod based on the same bezel and dial, it looks great. Thanks for the inspiration Jody!

@WatchGuyJive 5 жыл бұрын

420 is the perfect case size in my opinion. I had a much larger Vostok and it looked awful on my small wrist. Really liked this mod. Wasn’t so sure at first but liked it when I saw the finished product. You’re a brave man doing these mods and you make it look easy. I just get nervous opening a watch and trying to regulate it.

@Mauricio.Solorzano 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thanks for sharing! I have 4 Vostok's between Komandirksie and Amphia's, I love that you can calibrate the movement and make timing near perfect like a swiss watch! Thank you for sharing!

@nickkermode7071 5 жыл бұрын

Mate - that thing looks fantastic! Might have to pick up my first Vostok!

@FrankieJames14 5 жыл бұрын

Bravo and congrats on those stellar upgrades, next level! You give me hope that I could do this, and then I remember I only ever wind up messing up the keyless works at the very end.

@nunomendes2484 5 жыл бұрын

Bravo! I remember someone saying: "If i can do it, everyone can" I managed to get the second hand of one of my watches ticking once every 3 or 4 seconds!

@domenicfp 5 жыл бұрын

WOW, Loved the video. The final product looks incredible.

@IskanderVFX 5 жыл бұрын

man you have turned this toy looking thing in a perfectly usable and beautiful watch, that was amazing mate!

@ianboag6928 5 жыл бұрын

What a delightful modification and watch. I have twoVostok amphibious watches, one modded. Maybe I am just lucky but they each keep time to within 30 secs over a Month and are a delight to wear. I might have a go at modding one myself.

@01nwalker 5 жыл бұрын

Looks incredible Jody! You’re giving me more confidence to give it a go.

@MrEnglishmorris 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video Jody, keep them coming. I love the Vostoks a great watch for not a lot of money. You have now got me thinking of having a go at a mod attempt.

@captnsnafu 2 жыл бұрын

I bought my first Vostok (Amfibia 110884) a few weeks ago and couldn't resist to order a few weeks later a komandirskie 350754 (with which I'm totally in love). I think It's fair to say you made me join the cult ;) Great vid and nice mod !

@paulstevenson200 5 жыл бұрын

That is duckin lovely. Absolutely beautiful. I love the whole package. That is now one serious, serious - looking timepiece and I am envious. A genuinely interesting and informative vid: well paced, and very well filmed. I always enjoy these type of vids and I think they provide a welcome mix to the content. A livener so to speak. Many thanks and I look forward to the next one. PS. I wish I could get the bezel off my Amphibia but it won't have it. For now all I want to do is change the bezel.

@CyberSammael 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. I have been looking for a way into watch modding and the idea of starting with a Vostok is much less stressful than a Seiko. I will make a shopping list of the tools that you used and start there!

@martincallery8862 4 жыл бұрын

Just found this video from a year ago. Loved it! In particular I like the self-deprecation when the end product looks so good. Well done geezer!

@47zero 5 жыл бұрын

Fab job there Jody and very original choices for your design and colouring. You seemed to sail through it. Those second hands can give plenty trouble, the staff inside can easily get pushed inward requiring the removal of the self winding bridge to access and support it while easing the second hand on.

@user-ef9fl5io3e 5 жыл бұрын

Big thanks for a Vostok vid. I bought my Vostok Komandirskie 431783 a week ago, replace standard bezel with clean bezel, and after this little mod it looks very vintage and completely amazing. I didn't expect, that field watches can looks so stylish. Pure USSR classic design. I'm a big fan of Vostoks now, and I'm russian, so, I proud of our Vostok manufacturing. I think, your first name is Jody, right? I love your channel. Greetings from Russia, Jody!

@JustOneMoreWatch 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind words! Cheers.

@kretinovalentino8054 5 жыл бұрын

Professional alkoholic, lol. Great mod

@jesseorlando9521 5 жыл бұрын

I appreciate your insightful videos immensely as well as the links you provide to purchasing the watches you discuss. I'm just getting into collecting, and I've learned quite a bit!! Thanks again!

@drwindsurf 5 жыл бұрын

Wow! That looks great Jody. I would be surprised if it doesn't get more wrist time. I really like the way you narrated the mod - perfect :)

@user-bs6fd1ko7d 5 жыл бұрын

Congratulations, a unique color combination, excellent work !!

@ralphtaylor9968 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video Jody. Was looking for a Vostock vid or review as I'd decided to get one as a holiday watch. Love what you did with this mod and it's encouraged me to trying to do a mod myself in the fullness of time :😊

@MidEnginedFan 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice, I like it. I have a Vostok that arrived from Russia a couple of days ago, appears to have passed customs in New York and is entering into the USPS system. I hope to have it in a week or two.

@landwomble 4 жыл бұрын

This was super helpful changing the dial and hands on my 090 Vostok. Thanks for posting!

@JohnnyParanoid 5 жыл бұрын

Well done and looks good! Those hands are really the most nerve-wracking thing ever. Cheers!

@arcangelo210 5 жыл бұрын

Best mod video I’ve ever seen. Very informative, entertaining, and to the point.

@JustOneMoreWatch 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@MrShinobi797 5 жыл бұрын

Wow....good modding skills Jody. Looks great mate!

@chevyguy2346 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic mod! What a transformation! Keep up the amazing videos. And mods!!

@walibuns3395 5 жыл бұрын

2 AM in Texas I’m awake for this video

@JustOneMoreWatch 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your dedication! Ha!

@nimbly1693 3 жыл бұрын

I have been wearing my Vostok for almost a year now, and I just found out that it hand winds. Thanks Jodi.

@darrensmith6999 5 жыл бұрын

Nice one ! Used your previous Vostok mod to help me the first time I did one thank you. Though you do make it look very easy😉

@eeyyaakk6801 4 жыл бұрын

Darren Smith how does tightening the side screws hold the dial in place? also, how do I remove the date wheel? thank you!

@greatdogg 4 жыл бұрын

Nice result. Having big fingers I've found using a Rodico to pick up watch hands and tiny screws to work well.

@RobRobBob 3 жыл бұрын

This was a super fun watch, thanks for posting this up! I have a komandirskie on order, would love to get another Vostok or two and try this out on one.

@mdunawaym 3 жыл бұрын

Very nice mod! I might give it a shot myself. Thanks for the lesson.

@RickDeckardMemories 5 жыл бұрын

I love Vostok modifications! All one needs is to swap bracelet, bezel, case, crystal, movement, dial, set of hands, that plated brass crown.... AND YOU HAVE A DECENT WATCH!!!! 😂😅🤣😄 👍👍👍

@jochenasel 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job! I just ordered my first two Vostoks‘s. A 100473 and a 431171. From the pictures I think there is no need for modding. Let‘s see how they look in real. 😁

@grady60 2 жыл бұрын

Inspired by your mod I bought the silver scuba dude and popped a seiko style bezel and insert on (although not stealth unfortunately). It looks fantastic. Thanks for being my canary down the mine!

@rucksackrules2266 4 жыл бұрын

Inspiring! I'm gonna purchase one. Great no-nonsense explaination. Thank you!

@MM-cr7dq 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jody, great info, gives me (some) confidence. I'm thinking of getting a vostok and modding it, those hands look tricky to do though !

@logansmith8623 5 жыл бұрын

Got my hand removing / fitting tools in the mail today. Loads of parts on order from eBay & Meranom. Then I'm having me a modding weekend! Oh a lot of the older Kommandirskie bezels & dials can be swapped out too. I'm only changing the bezels on my Seikos. I hear you had a tough time with hands etc.

@Mike-kr9ys 5 жыл бұрын

You made a very nice watch! Looks better in the "after" than the "before", that is for sure. You have an eye for horological style (and t-shirts, too!). очень хорошо сделано!

@jonnisalvin8780 5 жыл бұрын

Hmmm I've just been vostoked, it's on the list now defo!! Theres just something really cool about them. Flicking around on Ebay at the moment and there is some really funky looking mods. I'm on it 👍

@Markell1991 4 жыл бұрын

This looks sick mate! Really like it.

@DrFrankLondon 5 жыл бұрын

Nice mod, buddy! It looks great and much better than the original, especially like the handset and the blacked out bezel insert. Not convinced about the dial as I am not a fan of having a scuba dude on the dial, but as whole, great looking piece!! 👌

@sashachip 5 жыл бұрын

Frank Andre Holmestrand looks like a toy watch with that ugly dial.

@Gwinter452 5 жыл бұрын

Great mod, this came out fantastic... if only I had the skills then this would be the project for me! :P

@LowenKM 2 жыл бұрын

Kudos, clever concept... start with a cheap yet durable and collectable watch design, that's easy to 'customize', and then specialize in designing & selling the 'mods'!

@ZCherish 5 жыл бұрын

Looks great! Really good choice on the hands.

@gerardlambert1363 4 жыл бұрын

Very cool time piece 👌🏻✨ ¡Great Job! Fraternal greetings from the beautiful beaches of México 🇲🇽

@roctive 5 жыл бұрын

Looks very nice. This was a great tutorial. Thank you

@Jazzoo41260 5 жыл бұрын

Nice mod! Just got my first Vostok they are soo much fun!

@itjp 4 жыл бұрын

My quarantine fun is watching your videos and ordering watches 😁

@Rich77UK 3 жыл бұрын

I LOVE Vostok watches.oh... Your t shirt is awesome. Best car EVER!

@FourIntoOne 5 жыл бұрын

Good job! Modding Vostoks is addictive I find.....Last count I had 12.........

@MKH-hq5eu 4 жыл бұрын

Great looking Vostok! Awesome videos! Unfortunately I didn't realize buying one Vostok would turn into a full blown addiction!

@ndoutsider1574 5 жыл бұрын

You are a master ! Hats off for your dedication sir.⌚

@wasiahmed1369 5 жыл бұрын

The hands are the game changer.

@ogrxdy 5 жыл бұрын

Another mod video. Exactly what I needed!

@MuscleBandit 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the content bud, I'll be having a crack at modding mine once it arrives from Moscow :)

@CrizzyKC 5 жыл бұрын

Inspires me to start modding my own watches! Great video!

@True-os6tg 5 жыл бұрын

Really didn't like original dial so great job .No way I would dare to try anything that tricky so hats off mate !

@steveshadowphoto9346 3 жыл бұрын

From one professional alcoholic to another; thanks for the great video! I might just try moding my Vostok!

@JuniorLearnersTV 5 жыл бұрын

Brilliant work, Jody!

@philipallen2730 5 жыл бұрын

Great video Jody as usual

@fergiet18 5 жыл бұрын

As always a great video. Might even give it a go on my Vostok, if I am brave enough !

@godzillaunchained 5 жыл бұрын

A very well produced and narrated How To video. Great stuff.

@JustOneMoreWatch 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks mate!

@fondajames 5 жыл бұрын

Nice job, this is the best looking amphibian I've seen

@Texmotodad 5 жыл бұрын

Very nice! Vostok for this Christmas! Thanks!

@marcosca2932 Жыл бұрын

Dude, amazing. This is exactly what I need 😊

@Shaverboy516 5 жыл бұрын

Well done! Looks amazing!

@rts9532 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! Looks perfect! Decide to make the same watch)

@B33MAD 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you didn't bugger it up! Great work.

@jonjackson8811 2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful mod, I enjoyed it.

@JJexciter 5 жыл бұрын

Great video, mate! Well done. 👍

@KrisHandsome 5 жыл бұрын

I can’t say enough how stressful this looked, but I’d love to mod a Vostok like this. I’ll be getting an Amphibia with a submarine dial relatively soon and I just might change some stuff on it apart from the bezel. Your mod looks absolutely amazing and I hope you enjoy it as much as possible!

@greamespens1460 5 жыл бұрын

That's damn good. I had an issue with the bezel on mine as it was difficult to turn. I tried to remove it to no avail. I used WD40 and now it's sweet.

@Mike-yy4ll 4 жыл бұрын

Be careful with that WD40 near rubber parts. Vostoks have rubber seal and rubber can be melted by WD40.

@larryfromwisconsin9970 4 жыл бұрын

Looks lovely. I have multiple 19mm straps for my Omega Seamaster 120 that I don't wear anymore.

@philbunt3870 5 жыл бұрын

Finally!!! Thankyou Jody!!

@sureshobhan 5 жыл бұрын

Jodi you nailed it just feel that you could have stuck with silver hands though...but that strap just love it....!!!

@peterowens290 3 жыл бұрын

No black hands, you don't want too many colours.

@saevans63 5 жыл бұрын

Great mod Jody. I’ll be swapping the bezel out on one of my Amphibias soon too.

@JMK15 2 жыл бұрын

You did an amazing job. This is how this watch should be.

@jamessmith6402 5 жыл бұрын

Nice video a brave attempt well done 👍😁

@kartash1 5 жыл бұрын

One of the best mods of vostok

@logansmith8623 5 жыл бұрын

Meranom have the Vostok 'Classica' which is quite a nice looking dress piece.

@bastieniezzi6539 5 жыл бұрын

Good job, looks great in the sunshine.

@garyk8285 5 жыл бұрын

Just bought one of the 420SE's... no not the Merc :) Has the new bezel, lume pip, brushed case, and on a Bund strap, it looks the business.... 24H dial. can't wait for it to arrive.

@donlalonde9827 5 жыл бұрын

Looks outstanding! Love it.

@matthewreviews4981 2 жыл бұрын

I love Vostok’s. I’ve had mine for a few months now and it’s great. I made a couple of videos on it too!

@cobalt_cobra5248 3 жыл бұрын

Best Mod was ditching the date widow dial for the solid dial... massive improvement right there.. That handmade leather strap was the icing on the cake..