Vostok Amphibian Diver Watch vs Vostok Amphibian 2209 Diver Watch

These are near-identical vintage Vostok Amphibian divers from the same seller, both fully serviced and running well. The real difference is the movement: A uses a 17-jewel movement, B uses an 18-jewel 2209 with a barrel design. Both are manual-wind, 39 mm cases with 18 mm lugs, and neither is a modern dive watch you should trust underwater. Buy on condition and dial, not on the jewel count. Owners of both praise the servicing, packaging and timekeeping.

• Choose the Vostok Amphibian Soviet Military Diver if you prefer its dial and photos show the cleaner case and crystal.
• Choose the Vostok Amphibian 2209 if you want the 18-jewel 2209 movement and its dial appeals more.