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@@relosapulso It holds up decently. If you plan on wearing this watch every single day and you work a laborious job then it will definitely wear down a lot faster. But if you take care of it you can definitely get a lot of life out of it.
I wish you wouldve explained the accuracy you observed over the time you wore it. All reviewers fail to point this out for some reason, i know the watch is very accurate i have the 8926 and it gains 4 seconds in 30 days. This kind of detail is nice to hear in reviews!
The real beauty of the Pro Diver is the fact that you can wear it daily and not worry about scratches and dings. I own a Submariner and it's in the bank deposit box 95% of the time and when it isn't I'm worrying about messing up the finish. With the Invicta.....no worries and I always seem to get compliments about also.
I suspect your not telling the truth… I actually do have rolex, tudor, seiko and some Chinese brands and still the Invicta is a bad deal…. I wear my rolex very often.. a sub should be worn regularly. Don’t worry it’s made to last scratches and dings give it character and it will still retain value more then an Invicta!
I used to pamper my Submariner as well, but after a large ding, I wore it as a daily 'beater'. It can handle it, they are made for it. It still doubled in value between buying it new and selling it after 8 years, a year ago. Getting robbed would be my biggest reason for not wearing it. In nightlife and holidays, I did worry at times that a Rolex was a little bit too expensive (and well known) to wear in a sketchy neighbourhood. Until the point where I sold it, I actually hated that a 5k watch had become a 10k watch. I still would like a sub to be 5k again, bad examples or explorer IIs for 3k were great, so was the 2k Tudor Submariner 79090 back in 2015. The watch hobby has lots its appeal to me for now, traded the entire colleciton including a Day-Date and a 1680 red sub for a car. It brings much more joy and to top it off, it's possible to insure it. For laughs and a not too serious nod to my former collection, I got an Invicta Pro Diver as well. If anyone tries to rob me of it, I will give it up and buy a new one the day after. Many of the watch enthusiasts take themselves and their hobby way too seriously.
I've owned several Pro divers and find no sense behind the Invicta-bashing so prevalent on the net. They are attractive, reliable and affordable. What more can you ask for?
Just some watch snobs who can't accept that an $80 watch can be functionally similar to an $8000 watch. There's a boneheaded snob in other comment threads who keeps asserting that this Invicta is a "fake Rolex". Looks like he doesn't know how many details should be checked in a watch to spot a fake. This means he already could be owning an actual fake Rolex without even knowing it. Lol
@@snowmean1My previous comment was a reply to eronavbj, actually. I don't care about the rest of the Invicta line. But they have several Pro Diver models which look good, and are great value for money at the sub $80 range. At this budget, it's aimed at people who don't care about brand image - i.e most normal people in the world.
Well everyone has different tastes, not everyone is gonna like the styling of invicta but I wouldn't bash on someone for wearing one, honestly imo. I'd consider invicta as a gateway to the watch collecting world, kinda put them at the same rank as Timex, good entry level brand
It's not an insult to Rolex if the watch looks the same. It's more like the people who can actually afford real Rolex watches don't want poor people wearing similar looking watches for cheaper prices.
I could write a check for a brand new Rolex with zero effect on my finances or lifestyle. I own Seiko 5s, Orient Bambinos and Invicta divers. However I have better things to do with $13k than trying to impress strangers or bloggers.
Just bought this model. Watch snobs be damned, this is a great watch at an even greater price. Once owned two Rolex Submariners and Seamaster Bond 300 in quart and automatic versions. Superlative watches but the MSRP is way out of the league of many watch enthusiasts. So, if you want a watch that is handsome and a very good value, you can’t go wrong with the Invicta 8928OB. And, if you get a little depressed not being able to own a Seamaster, consider the Invicta 9094, a nice hybrid of features which I call my “Submaster.” Very fair and unbiased review; great job!
I think this is what they call homage. To quote, An homage watch is one that apes the look of a more famous existing timepiece - sometimes vintage, sometimes contemporary - but sells for a fraction of the price of its inspiration. Homage watches should not be confused with fakes or replicas.
@@saj9814 Looking at 6:30, the Invicta has recreated every single feature of the Rolex. That to me goes beyond an homage and ventures into ripoff territory. I think it's fine to create an homage but when you've copied the case, copied the bezel, copied the crown, copied the hands, copied all the markers, copied the dial and copied the bracelet I think you've basically just created a cheap copy, not an homage.
Como no domino el ingles en forma adecuada, comento en mi lengua. Hace seis meses compre un reloj Invicta, exactamente el diver objeto de este video. Hasta el mismo color azul y la malla en dos tonos. No puedo expresar otra cosa que satisfacción. El modelo me fascinó desde muy pequeño (tengo 57 años), y como, más allá de lo económico, no me compraría un Rolex en mi país, Argentina, este reloj me pareció ideal para darme el gusto. La precisión ha sido increíble. La variación respecto de la hora oficial (transmitida desde el Observatorio Naval por internet) ha sido de UN segundo en 14 días, usando el reloj normalmente, quitándomelo solamente para dormir. No lo puedo creer. Solamente falta controlarlo por un tiempo prolongado. Gracias por subir el video, clarísimo y, en mi caso, fantástica la dicción, ya que sin dominar plenamente el idioma, lo entendí perfectamente. Mi opinión: quienes odian a Invicta, no pueden ni quieren aceptar que se pueden hacer muy bien muchas cosas y no cobrar por ellas 20 o 30 veces su valor. Como último comentario, tengo un Invicta de los años sesenta (calculo). formal, malla de cuero, caja de oro, que compré por internet muy barato. Funciona de manera espectacular. Un service para lubricación, y jamás me dió problemas. Además, es bellísimo. Eso sí. Este es suizo. Saludos y gracias por el video.
i bought a Invicta and a nice used porsche boxster for the cost of a Rolex., That was 5 years ago, neither the Porsche or the invicta has given me any trouble so far
I have a Vostok Automatic watch , A Martin DM12 mahogany 12 string guitar and a Martin D16RGT Rosewood 6 string. All Genuine and to be honest, the D16RGT sounds as good as a D28 who’s is, like a £1000 quid more expensive.. It’s all about value for money with me ..... I would say the D16RGT is Martin’s secret guitar..... basically made from same materials as the famous D28, apart from slightly different shaped internal bracing and neck fit. The Vostok is BOMBPROOF and if things get a bit Leary , you could take it off your wrist, and use it as a Cosh ( without damaging it ) and seriously break jaws with it. And my DM12 twelve string sounds like a heavenly choir on its best behaviour.. I Do like Gibson’s ... The ES-355, in Cherry is truly a thing of beauty... you could buy a Copy of one.... but it would NEVER be as good as the real deal. More expensive don’t necessarily better quality, on a graph, the quality curve would no way math the expense curve. Most Wankstains that own Custom Martin D45’s can barely play more than 4 chords and have a catalogue of half a dozen tunes they can strum along with... AND... they have them hung on the wall ( on show ) like a stuffed Gnu’s head they shot in a cage, while on Safari, bonding with other Galoots at a drive through ‘Hunt’ less than a mile from their Hotel next to the fuckin Airport. Glad I got that off my chest. Thanks for listening xxx
@@opulan My Tissot actually became very accurate later down the road. True I could get it serviced but I got it grey market since I'd never pay full price for a tissot
I have a Rolex 16610 Submariner but I like Invicta watches, have owned several and I think this is a great timepiece. It's no Rolex but then, it's not supposed to be. The design is replicated to resemble the iconic Oyster Rolex. If you can't afford a timepiece like Rolex then there is absolutely no shame in owning and using this watch.
Well said. I love Invicta watches because I find them a great value. I could afford a Rolex but I find them a bad value because 99% of what you are paying for is the brand. I'd rather put the $15K into something with a better ROI.
I have a few chinese watches featuring NH35 that cost $40 AND have as good finishing as Invicta. With sapphire crystal too. Never again paying hundreds for watches with same specs.
But then again those watches are of limited runs and has a smaller economic of scale when compared to Invicta and having their own designs when compared to Invicta.
So far after about a year on, my INVICTA Pro Diver 8926ob all stainless steel is still one of my favorite watches. At 40mm, it has such a good presence on the wrist without looking too big. It also avails itself to change from the bracelet to the strap of your choice quite easily. I probably will give way to temptation, and get the this gorgeous deep royal blue dialed two tone version at some point this year. Thanks very much for your review.
@@yippierb Unfortunately there isn't much real info out there on the original owner. Raphael Picard. He doesn't even have a WIKI page. I'd like to know more about him.
These things are built like tanks. I have the all-gold ion-plated model. After a few years, it shows no noticeable signs of wear or discoloration. The piece is an oldie powered by a Miyota movement. I cannot begin to afford a Rolex, so whenever I get the itch, I wear the Invicta.
agree 100%, i have a 9094OB that is 1 year old now and it's working flawlessly as a multi purpose watch (normal use, swim and dive) and it never had an issue. it's just simply great value for the money and it keeps working great.
@@johnnyd465 LOL apparently you DIDN'T read this comment.... "FabioPanucci " 6 days ago "I bought this Invicta and had a threesome on the first night I wore it."
Totally agree with this review 100%, I have the same exact watch for over 5 years now and am very satisfied with it, looks very sharp and classy and it still looks and works like new, great quality watch for it's cost.
I have a pro diver now for about three years now. I did change the bracelet for a Mil- teck solid end link and machined clasp. I love this watch, I also have a Breitling, bit my pro diver is my go to watch on a daily basis. I also repair watches as a hobby. I must say this watch is a solid time piece.
I have a large watch collection (85), and have four Invictas ( the one here being reviewed, another submariner homage 8932 OB, a Yachtmaster homage 9210, and a Daytona homage 9223 Speedway). I must say I only have positive things to say about Invicta watches, the quality, build, materials, timekeeping, in fact, considering the modest price, everything! ....85 watches, yes I know...I'm mad.
I've had this 9094OB since January 2018. I love it and it has become my daily driver. The stainless steel is top notch and the quality is hard to fault but of course you shouldn't compare it to a real Sub that feels a lot more solid but costs $8,000 or more. The only things I'm not fond of are the press clasp and safety as well as the bezel insert, which can easily get scratched. Mine already has several scratches but then what watch doesn't get beaten up with daily use. For $80 or so, it's a terrific daily driver. Marvel at how it costs 1% the price of a real Sub while still delivering such level of quality and features.
Probably the most unbiased review of this watch I’ve read. It states the case clearly without possessing that sense of posh snobbery that a lot of reviews display. And the watch itself: extremely decent FOR THE MONEY!
Only watch snobs hate Invicta. They can't get passed the fact that even though they do put out a few tacky watches here and there the Pro Diver is hands down one of the best legitimate diving watches out there for under $100
I bought an invicta prodiver scalloped bezel with nh35 movement. My first impression with this watch is that for $60 its a great watch. I wish invicta didn’t become too pretentious on their msrp, but stick to their roots of wanting an affordable well made watch at least because “swiss made” is basically gone.
@@juliusmadridejos4018 I agree, if you can get past invicta's cringey marketing tactics and their few tacky watches. They are an awesome brand. They really don't get the credit that they deserve.
@@juliusmadridejos4018 Agreed, Invicta really should just stop with the big bulky watches that they are known for. The Pro diver is fantastic, but alot of their stuff is just tacky as heck!
@@kentmccroskey8161 Yea, true. haha like I said tacky as hell! BUT I will say this... Even though a lot of Invicta's watches are super big and bulky that doesn't take a way from the fact that even those ones are still pretty good quality for the money when it comes to the movement and the specs/materials... It's just the designs that kill it for me.
Yup!; Actually I have THREE Invictas in my small collection. Also have a couple vintage Omegas (1970s Constellation & Chronostop), Longines; TAG Heuer, etc. The ones I use the most are Invicta Automatic Pro-Diver & Bulova Marinestar. Thanks for a great thread!!; Please kep up! Post Script: Of course I subbed!!
Invictas are hard to beat when quality and price come into account. Not all of us can afford a sub-mariner and why shouldn't we wear something that looks great and is affordable. Personally, I like the larger Grand Diver watches, but there are alot of nice Invictas to chose from. The somewhat new release Invicta model 20072 with the orange strap is a very fun sporty watch, I've bought 3 as gifts and they all love it.
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Well executed video. I especially like the subtle transitions and background music. Content is spot on. I purchased an Invicta Pro Diver 2-mos ago - black dial w/ silicone band. It is an incredible value and now my primary daily driver. The value and craftsmanship of these Invicta models is outstanding given the market space they occupy. So, let’s wear our Invicta Pro Divers with pride because snobs don’t make the world turn. (p.s., you may have 115 subscribers, but 191 comments as of this writing...host your channel because you enjoy it ) Be well.
Probably the most unbiased and honest review of Invictas I’ve read, free of any snarky and snobbish implications. Very good job; have worn this exact watch for several months and your review is absolutely spot on.
Great video...I bought this exact model on amazon for $49.99 and your review is spot on. I also own Seikos and Orients as you mentioned and you're right; while the quality on my Seikos and Orients may be a step up, the price is too.
Great honest review. In my opinion it’s all about the movement of this watch. I have two Stainless OB divers and the one I’m currently wearing is incredibly accurate, as it has an error of only about three seconds in 48 hours. In my opinion, that’s excellent for an automatic watch at this price. I’m not a huge fan of the bracelet, so I replaced it with a nice NATO. Really a good look in my opinion. At $85 from Amazon, I can wear this watch anywhere and not worry about it getting damaged, lost, or stolen. I was fortunate to have gotten the brushed stainless rotor before Invicta changed to the bright yellow rotor which I’m not crazy about. But you don’t really see it so that doesn’t matter much to me. Lastly, if I want to wear a special watch that I am proud of, I’ll put on my grandfather’s Leroy et Cie Chrono, or my dad‘s Heuer 844 Monnin. Both are in my safe, and unfortunately neither are as accurate as my Invictas. Go figure! .
I've had a few from the brand. In my 20s I had some of those huge gawdy models. I grew up and my tastes changed. In my 30s I discovered models such as the Diver. I love them! CURRENTLY own about 6 invictas
This is very true... people think just because it's super expensive it must mean that it's always an amazing value for the money or something. Laughable.
@jay I know they are great watches for the price but I’m saying that if they sold their watches at a higher price the hype beasts and celebrities will be promote it just like how they promote Rolex’s
It does make you wonder how overpriced the cost of a high end watch is vs what it could be. But if this exact watch rebranded and went for a high dollar it would be slammed. The lume is a faaar cry, movement accuracy is about 10 seconds lost a day give or take, vs ~1 or less for a rolex, material is genuine in a rolex and finish is great, the clasp is stamp steel vs a rolex's adjustable milled steel, hollow end links vs solid, scratchable mineral crystal vs sapphire, ceramic bezel vs aluminum. Essentially the real rolex is far and away a better watch. And I suppose the rolex does have a reputation behind it which I'm sure aids pricing. However most respect to Invicta for creating this miracle of a watch for the price. For the price it is a great one. Now for a submariner homage I'd point to the phoibos sx002, for 100-120 it's an incredible bargain and rumored to be using steinhart parts without the markup. It is however a swiss quartz Ronda 515 movement but to get a super accurate and reliable automatic movement it costs a whole lot to get there so in that price point I'd say quartz is preferable. In essence for ~1.5-2 times the price of an Invicta pro diver you can end up with a watch much closer to a submariner in specs than a pro diver
That was my 3rd Invicta Pro Diver. I got it about 7 years ago. It was great. Very beautiful piece for the money. Great value. I'm going to get another one & change out the band with an aftermarket one. Only watch snobs and people who would rather hate on a Sub $100 watch would hate on it. Good video!
Pffff Invicta purposely tried to look like a TT Submariner. Why would anyone want to wear something that looks like a fake Rolex is beyond me. $100 or not.
I've got four of these. One of them is from the early 2000s and is inferior to the models offered now; it does not have a hack feature, and the pins holding the bracelet together are so loose that the watch has literally fallen off my hand. The three newer ones have the superior movement which DOES have the hack feature, and I have had no issues with the bracelets. The watches keep reasonably good time out of the box; being a tinkerer, I have opened mine up and fiddled with the regulator arms so that they gain around 6 seconds per day, quite good for a mechanical watch. Of course, opening the case back voids any warranty as well as compromises the water resistance, but I truly wouldn't trust these diving anyway. For $75 to $100, forget bothering with the warranty, and forget servicing the watch; it's cheaper to replace the movement than to overhaul it, and cheaper overall to just replace the watch. I love mine, and am just as happy to wear one of these as I am my Omega Speedmaster Moon Watch.
my invicta 8926OB was one of the first automatics i purchased in 2007. I still have it in my collection among the Rolex GMTII, explorer II, Subc. I still love having my 8926. running strong at the beach and still doesnt have any scratches on the crystal. It was an amazing starter watch and still offers amazing value. wearing it now.
Totally agree with what you have said about this particular watch by Invicta. I like many other watch collectors was wary about purchasing one because of all the bad reviews on Invicta being ugly and too big on some models and also over their pricing. I looked on Amazon UK for the Pro Diver watches and saw the Invicta 8927 OB which is the two tone gold/black version of this watch after seeing a review of a watchmaker in the UK who also did an in depth review and he had nothing but praise for the quality of this watch which he paid £75 for. On Amazon I got the watch for £69.99 in an Amazon sale. It is an amazing watch and everything the watchmaker said about the quality was true. I have since purchased the 8927 OB which I love also. I have a good collection of watches and for cost and value for money these two watches I now own is hard to beat.
First off, I love, love, love Invicta watches, I have around 20 pieces, all automatic. So no Invicta hater watch snob is here, quite the opposite. But let me make three small corrections: current Florida based Invicta group nothing to do with original Invicta brand. They just bought the name of a bankrupted, long time gone Swiss watch company. Many mushroom watch brand did it recently. No any problem with this but it is not reborn of original Invicta. It is a name purchase and a new company. Once again, it is perfectly fine. Second as far as I know pro divers with Japanese movements has no flame fusion glass. Except Signature collection like 7049 model. Only Swiss made or Swiss Movement type of Pro Divers has the flame fusion besides Seiko movement Signature Pro Divers. Well might others, but definitely not 8928 and similar 40 mm Japanese movement pro divers. Third Flame Fusion glass is not simply a hardened mineral glass. It is way more than this, actually the most genius part of higher class Invicta watches, because it is a mineral glass with artificial /synthetic/ sapphire coating on the glass. Why it is genius idea? Sapphire glass is hard therefore very scratch resistant BUT break easily. That is why for example Seiko professional diver watches barely used them, because if a watch glass brakes underwater it means the divers watch cant be used anymore so divers cant follow the passing time so they have to come up right away. Unlike sapphire, on the other hand mineral is easy to scratch but hard to break, that is why they are better to be used for diver watches than sapphire. Yes, I know Rolex and other manufacturers making diver watches and using sapphire. I know, but it is because uneducated or/and never diving buyers thinking sapphire is more expensive therefore it is better. It is true except when it comes to diver watches purchased for scuba diving purposes. So Invicta developed a technology which can combine scratch resistance of sapphire with shatter resistance of mineral glass. Perfect and ingenuous. I have some Invicta watches bough just because of flame fusion glass on them, one of them the previously mentioned 7049.
Okay. But sapphire is just plain better than other kinds of Glas for diving. Most professional diving watches have sapphire - see omega ploprof, Rolex deepsea, Seiko prospex diver, seamaster, submariner, blancpain bathyscaphe- literally any higher priced diving watches for real professionals. Even some dive computers have sapphire glass..
I just ordered a Pro Diver 1770, a 43mm Sub homage that also has a chronograph and ... *quartz movement.* It has this flame fusion crystal and I got it for just $54. Hasn't arrived yet though, after 6 days. Good grief these online stores sure take their sweet time.
I have been wearing the 9937 swiss movement version for around 15 years, been in oceans maybe to a depth of 60 feet or so no serious diving per se but it's kept great time, garnered many compliments and has never had so much as a hiccup...great watch for the money.
I love my invicta watch too. Never had any issues. My friend has a Rolex and when I showed him my invicta he was impressed. The only thing I noticed is that a Rolex automatic movement has a higher pitch sound when I put my ear 👂 on the back.
Invicta makes amazing watches. I own twenty of them with eta's to meteorite dials. I only have two Rolex's that are not amazing. Invicta makes watch collecting fun. They even have a collectors cruise to the Islands every year. When did Rolex ever give anyone oxygen. Great Video and thanks for sharing.
I've had the watch for a few months now, and I absolutely love it except for two things. 1. The accuracy is -7 seconds a day, which means I have to set it once or twice a week for reasonable time accuracy. 2. the 12 oclock bezel mounted lume dot just fell off and is gone. The lume material was just put in a hole in the bezel, and not in a protective ring.
Interesting. I guess This particular movement prides itself more on the reliability end than the accuracy end. Because it's definitely a great movement for the price when it comes to reliability.
@@chrisstevenson9587 I could open the caseback and regulate it and improve the accuracy. I'm just afraid to do it because I'm worried about maintaining the water resistance.
@@Raistlen007 Ahh good point. But how would you possibly render the water resistance just by taking off the case-back and putting it back on? Also, now I'm curious... haha how does one go about taking off the case back of the pro diver? And improving it's accuracy?
@@chrisstevenson9587 the ridges around the case back are for a tool that grabs the ridges and turns like a wrench. The regulation levers are around the escapement wheel
This watch is too small for my wrist so I bought an Invicta Grand Diver #3049 which has the same "Bluesy" blue and gold two-tone colour scheme. I bought it back in 2012 and it still looks and runs as well as the day it arrived. I have no complaints.
I'd love to see them put out this model with a better taper on the bracelet or even a jubilee model and solid end links. I'm sure the price will go up but i'd like to get my hands on it.
Its a great watch for the price point which is typically around $75. I picked mine for under $50 and so it was definitely a bargain as even Seiko does not offer watches with their NH35 at this price point. I do not understand people's complaint about the bracelet, esp that it is only a pressed clasp and no solid end links; given the price I am surprised it even comes with the steel bracelet. Honestly, I've so far never had problems with either of these. I'v had mine for over 2 years now and its taken its fair share of nicks and scuffs, but it still runs great around 6-8 seconds per day and I am plenty happy with it. It is one of my top picks when I go on a vacation as I would not worry much if it were to get stolen or misplaced and it suits almost all occasions, be it formal or casual or at the beach. Probably the best value for money in my collection.
Great vid. Really good editing, enjoyed the music without drowning you out. And the content of course. Keeping this watch on the affordable purchase list. Thx.
I am vintage watch collector and you’ll be surprised that they do have few beautiful vintage time pieces. Although recently they have churned out monstrosity one after another!!!!! I a hate them................. But with that being said one thing that they got right is the pro diver, I too used to make fun of these watches,act like a snob until I got one,it might not be a Rolex but it’s not bad it’s beautiful and I like it!!!!! there I said it. Nice video bro keep it up!!!
Just received my Invicta Pro Diver 9094OB this morning, after watching so many reviews on this watch. Oh man I love it. This is truly a remarkable watch. The bright blue really stands out. I immediately swapped the bracelet with a white rubber butterfly watch bracelet as I intend to keep it on while swimming, that combination looks fantastic imo.
I am fortunate that I don't listen to haters who hate for the sake of hating. Good video-thanks for vindicating my argument about the great value that this brand represents. I own (for now) 14 Invictas, most of them Pro & Grand Divers, all with the Seiko automatic movement. I also own a few quartz pieces, but have not had ANY issues since purchasing over 3 years ago. I wear them every day, matching them to what I'm wearing to the office. I also own other brands including many vintage watches. If you have contracted the watch snob illness, then please get help. Go ahead and purchase the very expensive watches so you can impress your friends...I'm too busy enjoying my watches to care what you think. Again, great video and you have a new subscriber. I wish you the best!
Just a note, you can’t just have the watch sit in water then say it’s fine for swimming. You should fill the sink or tub and slosh the watch around as if you were swimming.
I completely agree. That's why in the review I called it a "very basic" water resistance test. That's just my standard water resistance test that I do with all of my watches. I have done other more harsh tests with the Invicta Pro Diver before and it also past those tests with flying colors! Enjoy your new Invicta Pro Diver!
I own my Pro Diver for over a year now and it has never failed me and actually the Rolex is now an even bigger goal for me ! I think everyone who is interested in the Rolex Sub design should own a Pro Diver first and see if its something for u.
The best review of the watch! I have 2 Pro diver in my collection and I will add some more in my collection. The Pro diver is the only Invicta that I'm interested so far.
Great video man. Can definitely see you're making improvements every video! Plus this is such a popular brand, I'm sure people will love it. Be sure to pin some of the best comments! Looking forward to more great stuff! :)
Since I started collecting watches I was sure not to get any Invicta ever due to the oversized Wal-mart models that are around. But I found this model in black with Garfield on it and I completely fell in love with it, it's nice to find it's also a very good watch .
I have 3 Grand Divers...the oldest being 12 years old. It's a two tone just like the one in the video...and I wear it quite a bit. It has the same NH35A movement, and since I keep it in a watch winder, it's like owning a quartz watch. The gold plating still looks brand new...and the crystal has no scratches at all. I prefer the larger watches, mainly because I am 6'6" and the size of an NFL Offensive Lineman. In fact...I played 3 years of college football as an O Lineman....and have nearly a 9 inch wrist. I have a pretty large collection of watches...from the mid 1920's to present day. Quite a few are Invicta's...and I have never had any problems with them The quartz watches just get a new battery about once every 4 years...and my automatics get cleaned and tested about every other year. Like everything else mechanical...keeping it serviced regularly will add years of enjoyment to you watch...and even cleaning a $75 watch is a good investment.
So, I owned the Rolex Subbie for 5 years. It showed the correct time every time I set it and that drove me crazy. It went back to the dealer a few times until eventually I just sold it and bought a Tissot. The Subbie was my 3rd Rolex and I will honestly never buy another one. I actually picked up an Invicta Grand Diver in Cozumel a few years back. I do miss the look of the two tone Subbie so I’m just gonna follow your Amazon link and pick up this watch. Thanks for a great review and my wife says thanks for getting me to buy yet another watch, lol.
I think invicta is a good brand...some of the bigger pieces have way to high a profile and are way too big and heavy...also battery watches are battery watches whether the movements are made in china or switzerland
I have shopped with Invicta for a couple of years now. This year I bought apx 50! Everybody got watches for men or women, jewelry, puzzles and/or dive cases for Christmas. Everybody was happy and pleased with my choices. I have purchased about 20-25 Pro Divers and all have been water tested. All came thru just fine. I have spoken to several people that got the comparible of the Pro Diver in Seiko, Omega and Rolex. My ex-husband had the Seiko in this and I paid a whole lot more for it(and that's been 30+ years)! He was afraid to wear it in the water. It was nice to look at and ran fine but it was a little bland to me. My grandson got me going on Invicta. He had started watching it and wanted me to check it out too. Watches are the thing now. I bought him 6 Star Wars watches, 2 Pro Divers, 1 Subaqua Venom, 1 iridescent Grand Diver, 2 Rally S1's, 2 Bolts and a GMT! He's just 16 but a good kid, a good student and very responsible. I almost filled both of his 8 slot dive cases just this year. You have definitely made him a cool kid with all these awesome watches. Thankyou Invicta!!! To folk out there considering a new watch or want more than one, I absolutely encourage you to watch the show on TV and check out Invicta and the 5 year trade in/trade up guarantee. There are literally thousands of different well made, well constructed, affordable, different and unusual watches to choose from. Everybody was not only happy to get a new watch but that they all got more than one watch for all 18 people(from ages 9-78). Now that's what I call a hit! Keep up the great work!!! Customer forever...
I have this watch and it is beautiful, the only complaint I have is that it isn't not automatic and I seem to be replacing the battery more than I have to.
I remember this was my first watch, when I got it I thought it was the best looking watch. I had never known anything about watches. Next thing I knew I'm collecting all sorts of brands and shapes.
Extremely happy with mine! I have a collection of several watches, all much more expensive than the Invicta, but I found myself wearing this one day in and day out! It might be the automatic mechanical movement (as all my other watches are quartz), that has a certain 'magic' about it. In any case, it looks, feels and functions as a much more expensive timepiece and I can only confirm your review here. Thanks for the video.
Questionable pricing aside (i.e., all those BS discounts) I really don't get the Invicta hate. This is a decent watch, especially for the price. And, honestly, some of their more garish original designs are kind of fun. They're not really my style, and don't work in a lot of the situations I find myself in, but if you want something big, blingy, and fun, that you're going to enjoy, and it works with your style, then why not buy an Invicta? Especially because, in the grand scheme of watches, they're pretty affordable.
arcade.ly I own the bigger pro diver scuba at 48 mm never thought I’d like that big of a watch not sure if I’d buy one bigger but maybe to have in my collection!
Yes the lume isn't that good but I didn't buy it for that. The watch itself is wonderful value for money and has a great Seiko NH35A automatic movement.
I just bought one! Use to love Invicta when I was younger but never pulled the trigger. This watch gets a ton of hate, but I need to see for myself. Only thing I’m worried about is if the watch is actually water resistant
I have a few and they have all been swimming and down 30 ' or so and spent a week or two in the pool / ocean and never had a problem. Just wash off with if in salt water afterwards or the bezel will not rotate anymore this is just common sense.
I own this watch and I always get a lot of compliments on it, as well as people checking it out on my wrist. For the price, and the eye appeal, you can't go wrong in purchasing one!
This is a beautiful watch, I have just gained a new level of interest in watches, and I'm doing research on movement and qualities. I take what these watch snobs say about Invicta with a huge grain of salt. They talk about Rolex like everybody can afford one.
Rolex snobs want to think they are important that's all. They aren't and I've worked with many people like this. I honestly don't care for people like this.
I purchased this watch with a perpetual calender that has the words for the months (January) and days of the week (Monday) and the number for the day all on the same dial. Really wanted a watch that has all of these specific features and have not seen any model of a Rolex made this way.
I have that watch but I am not satisfied at all with the quality of the band (I am not complaining tho for the price it's very robust) and since I am not a steel bracelet guy I wanted to pick a couple of straps up. The first one would be a rather light brown leather strap and the second would be a NATO for sure, do you have any ideas on what colour matches with the watch?
I have one Invicta Diving watch and would not buy another one. Over the years I accidentally dropped my watches without any consequence. The Invicta is the only one who had a cracked crystal on one 4 feet drop. The bracelet is also very low quality. Stick with Seiko and other good brands, that would be my advice.
The invicta is a Sub-100 dollar watch . You dont drop a watch even if it was less than 100 dollars. Also, IDK what kind of watches you wear other than the invicta but real sapphire would probably shatter from that height.
@@MeDicen_Rocha If you read my post again you'll see I said "accidentally dropped". I am not on the Watch Testing business so I'd not do it on purpose. I believe my Invicta is the 8926 which has a mineral crystal. 4 feet is a very small height and I'd doubt anyone would expect a watch not to resist to that. I have watches w/ Sapphire and Mineral crystals. The Sapphire is of course much higher quality but I never had problems with any of the others. I have a Seiko, Omega, Panerai, Citizen, Casio and other brands. Invicta is the only one who let me down.
It depends on what the watch fell on? They do have some weight to them so if it hit a stone floor or hardwood why wouldn’t break? This is a super nice watch only a true watch snob could dislike this quality watch!
@@brianbuchert6382 I find amusing that some folks call names when people simply voice a different opinion. I have different watch brands, from very expensive (Bell&Ross, Panerai, etc.) to very affordable (Casios). I like all. If my dislike for Invicta quality makes me a snob, I'd wear the badge proudly.
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Watch Lad what can u say about the gold tone? Im afraid it wont last long
@@relosapulso It holds up decently. If you plan on wearing this watch every single day and you work a laborious job then it will definitely wear down a lot faster. But if you take care of it you can definitely get a lot of life out of it.
I wish you wouldve explained the accuracy you observed over the time you wore it. All reviewers fail to point this out for some reason, i know the watch is very accurate i have the 8926 and it gains 4 seconds in 30 days. This kind of detail is nice to hear in reviews!
The real beauty of the Pro Diver is the fact that you can wear it daily and not worry about scratches and dings. I own a Submariner and it's in the bank deposit box 95% of the time and when it isn't I'm worrying about messing up the finish. With the Invicta.....no worries and I always seem to get compliments about also.
I suspect your not telling the truth… I actually do have rolex, tudor, seiko and some Chinese brands and still the Invicta is a bad deal…. I wear my rolex very often.. a sub should be worn regularly. Don’t worry it’s made to last scratches and dings give it character and it will still retain value more then an Invicta!
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Sure. Because paying $50 for a nice looking watch that works well is a bad deal. Not much logic in that statement, son.
I used to pamper my Submariner as well, but after a large ding, I wore it as a daily 'beater'. It can handle it, they are made for it. It still doubled in value between buying it new and selling it after 8 years, a year ago.
Getting robbed would be my biggest reason for not wearing it. In nightlife and holidays, I did worry at times that a Rolex was a little bit too expensive (and well known) to wear in a sketchy neighbourhood. Until the point where I sold it, I actually hated that a 5k watch had become a 10k watch. I still would like a sub to be 5k again, bad examples or explorer IIs for 3k were great, so was the 2k Tudor Submariner 79090 back in 2015.
The watch hobby has lots its appeal to me for now, traded the entire colleciton including a Day-Date and a 1680 red sub for a car. It brings much more joy and to top it off, it's possible to insure it. For laughs and a not too serious nod to my former collection, I got an Invicta Pro Diver as well. If anyone tries to rob me of it, I will give it up and buy a new one the day after. Many of the watch enthusiasts take themselves and their hobby way too seriously.
I've owned several Pro divers and find no sense behind the Invicta-bashing so prevalent on the net. They are attractive, reliable and affordable. What more can you ask for?
I think Pro Diver and their 1953 models are great value for money, but their rest watch line pretty much big no-no for any watch enthusiast :D
Just some watch snobs who can't accept that an $80 watch can be functionally similar to an $8000 watch.
There's a boneheaded snob in other comment threads who keeps asserting that this Invicta is a "fake Rolex". Looks like he doesn't know how many details should be checked in a watch to spot a fake. This means he already could be owning an actual fake Rolex without even knowing it. Lol
@@chnacr2 And Rolex Submariner is also a homage :D
My main doubts regarding Invictas are aesthetical rather than functional.
@@snowmean1My previous comment was a reply to eronavbj, actually.
I don't care about the rest of the Invicta line. But they have several Pro Diver models which look good, and are great value for money at the sub $80 range.
At this budget, it's aimed at people who don't care about brand image - i.e most normal people in the world.
Well everyone has different tastes, not everyone is gonna like the styling of invicta but I wouldn't bash on someone for wearing one, honestly imo. I'd consider invicta as a gateway to the watch collecting world, kinda put them at the same rank as Timex, good entry level brand
Finally a thread with Invicta enthusiasts, or at least supporters.
yes idk why people keep bashing this great watch !
all mine have been really reliable , look amazing and super accurate, Invictas fit the bill perfectly.
@@tommytran992 this is very subjective, but i don't like the symbol on the hour hand
I mean, how can you be an Invicta enthusiast?
@@Andino. what do you mean by that?
It's not an insult to Rolex if the watch looks the same. It's more like the people who can actually afford real Rolex watches don't want poor people wearing similar looking watches for cheaper prices.
Commando Master why do u have to be poor to wear an invicta I’m not poor nor am I rich but love invicta
I’m not poor and I love invicta watches
£10k on w watch or £100, they both just tell the time
It’s not James Bond with rocket 🚀 launchers etc
Honestly speaking Submariner is also a homage of some earlier Blancpain watch :D
Imitation is the sincerest from of flattery, there is a reason why everyone copies the rolex submariner.... Because it is an iconic watch design.
I could write a check for a brand new Rolex with zero effect on my finances or lifestyle. I own Seiko 5s, Orient Bambinos and Invicta divers. However I have better things to do with $13k than trying to impress strangers or bloggers.
Just bought this model. Watch snobs be damned, this is a great watch at an even greater price. Once owned two Rolex Submariners and Seamaster Bond 300 in quart and automatic versions. Superlative watches but the MSRP is way out of the league of many watch enthusiasts. So, if you want a watch that is handsome and a very good value, you can’t go wrong with the Invicta 8928OB. And, if you get a little depressed not being able to own a Seamaster, consider the Invicta 9094, a nice hybrid of features which I call my “Submaster.” Very fair and unbiased review; great job!
well said!
watch snobs eat lots of nuts..bunch of clowns who think their opinions matter...
I’d rather someone buy this over a fake Rolex any day
100% agree.
This basically is a fake Rolex.
I think this is what they call homage. To quote, An homage watch is one that apes the look of a more famous existing timepiece - sometimes vintage, sometimes contemporary - but sells for a fraction of the price of its inspiration. Homage watches should not be confused with fakes or replicas.
@@saj9814 Looking at 6:30, the Invicta has recreated every single feature of the Rolex. That to me goes beyond an homage and ventures into ripoff territory. I think it's fine to create an homage but when you've copied the case, copied the bezel, copied the crown, copied the hands, copied all the markers, copied the dial and copied the bracelet I think you've basically just created a cheap copy, not an homage.
An homage yes. A fake rolex no. A fake rolex has the word rolex printed on the dial.
Como no domino el ingles en forma adecuada, comento en mi lengua. Hace seis meses compre un reloj Invicta, exactamente el diver objeto de este video. Hasta el mismo color azul y la malla en dos tonos. No puedo expresar otra cosa que satisfacción. El modelo me fascinó desde muy pequeño (tengo 57 años), y como, más allá de lo económico, no me compraría un Rolex en mi país, Argentina, este reloj me pareció ideal para darme el gusto. La precisión ha sido increíble. La variación respecto de la hora oficial (transmitida desde el Observatorio Naval por internet) ha sido de UN segundo en 14 días, usando el reloj normalmente, quitándomelo solamente para dormir. No lo puedo creer. Solamente falta controlarlo por un tiempo prolongado. Gracias por subir el video, clarísimo y, en mi caso, fantástica la dicción, ya que sin dominar plenamente el idioma, lo entendí perfectamente. Mi opinión: quienes odian a Invicta, no pueden ni quieren aceptar que se pueden hacer muy bien muchas cosas y no cobrar por ellas 20 o 30 veces su valor. Como último comentario, tengo un Invicta de los años sesenta (calculo). formal, malla de cuero, caja de oro, que compré por internet muy barato. Funciona de manera espectacular. Un service para lubricación, y jamás me dió problemas. Además, es bellísimo. Eso sí. Este es suizo. Saludos y gracias por el video.
Is it spanish language？
@@danny5967 No. Es venusino
I'll take the Invicta and two good Gibson guitars....
Or PRS
Hell yeah, bought me a new invicta and an 85' MIJ strat for less than $600. A hell of a birthday!
i bought a Invicta and a nice used porsche boxster for the cost of a Rolex., That was 5 years ago, neither the Porsche or the invicta has given me any trouble so far
@@anniesuarez4218 Wow, what a deal! Very classy by the way.
I have a Vostok Automatic watch , A Martin DM12 mahogany 12 string guitar and a Martin D16RGT Rosewood 6 string.
All Genuine and to be honest, the D16RGT sounds as good as a D28 who’s is, like a £1000 quid more expensive..
It’s all about value for money with me ..... I would say the D16RGT is Martin’s secret guitar..... basically made from same materials as the famous D28, apart from slightly different shaped internal bracing and neck fit.
The Vostok is BOMBPROOF and if things get a bit Leary , you could take it off your wrist, and use it as a Cosh ( without damaging it ) and seriously break jaws with it.
And my DM12 twelve string sounds like a heavenly choir on its best behaviour..
I Do like Gibson’s ... The ES-355, in Cherry is truly a thing of beauty... you could buy a Copy of one.... but it would NEVER be as good as the real deal.
More expensive don’t necessarily better quality, on a graph, the quality curve would no way math the expense curve.
Most Wankstains that own Custom Martin D45’s can barely play more than 4 chords and have a catalogue of half a dozen tunes they can strum along with... AND... they have them hung on the wall ( on show ) like a stuffed Gnu’s head they shot in a cage, while on Safari, bonding with other Galoots at a drive through ‘Hunt’ less than a mile from their Hotel next to the fuckin Airport.
Glad I got that off my chest.
Thanks for listening xxx
It's sad and amazing at the same time that my pro diver is more accurate than my Tissot Seastar 1000
You can take your tissot to get serviced and regulated if the time bothers you
@@opulan My Tissot actually became very accurate later down the road. True I could get it serviced but I got it grey market since I'd never pay full price for a tissot
Invicta have been around since the 1800s so I'm not surprised. They are actually good watches if your not a snob
I have a Tissot LeLocal eta it stopped running my Seiko's Orient's and Invicta's still run.
I have a Rolex 16610 Submariner but I like Invicta watches, have owned several and I think this is a great timepiece. It's no Rolex but then, it's not supposed to be. The design is replicated to resemble the iconic Oyster Rolex. If you can't afford a timepiece like Rolex then there is absolutely no shame in owning and using this watch.
Michael i have a black and a blue sub dont like them they sit and look pretty i use my invicta
@@steve19745 I could babysit your subs for you :)
@@7khon731 Lol dude your comments are literally hilarious
Submariner, Oyster you have a great confusion in your brain.
Well said. I love Invicta watches because I find them a great value. I could afford a Rolex but I find them a bad value because 99% of what you are paying for is the brand. I'd rather put the $15K into something with a better ROI.
It makes me laugh that the Invicta has the same movement in it that half the crowd-funded boutique makers try to get away with charging $500 for.
LOL true!
I have a few chinese watches featuring NH35 that cost $40 AND have as good finishing as Invicta. With sapphire crystal too. Never again paying hundreds for watches with same specs.
@@DM-rc4yu wait really?? What watches are those?
Look up nh35 on dhgate
But then again those watches are of limited runs and has a smaller economic of scale when compared to Invicta and having their own designs when compared to Invicta.
So far after about a year on, my INVICTA Pro Diver 8926ob all stainless steel is still one of my favorite watches. At 40mm, it has such a good presence on the wrist without looking too big. It also avails itself to change from the bracelet to the strap of your choice quite easily. I probably will give way to temptation, and get the this gorgeous deep royal blue dialed two tone version at some point this year. Thanks very much for your review.
Appreciate it! Glad you liked the review!
dude honestly finally someone does a good review on this watch, its very underrated because everybody always hates on invicta
Glad you enjoyed the video!
Agree
That's interesting. I did not know that Invicta was founded in Switzerland.
Yep, it's a little known fact. But the original owners were the Picard family. Who were very respected watch makers in Switzerland at the time.
@@jackneals5585 I've heard of the family before. They were very respected indeed.
@@yippierb Unfortunately there isn't much real info out there on the original owner. Raphael Picard. He doesn't even have a WIKI page. I'd like to know more about him.
The cross in the logo is a hint.
Nowadays, the chinese use to buy defunct watch brand names and build so-called time pieces , like Ingersoll, Lip, Invicta, and many others.
These things are built like tanks. I have the all-gold ion-plated model. After a few years, it shows no noticeable signs of wear or discoloration. The piece is an oldie powered by a Miyota movement. I cannot begin to afford a Rolex, so whenever I get the itch, I wear the Invicta.
I fill this so much !!! My most favorite watch on earth is a Rolex … but like you I cannot afford it. This will do fine !
agree 100%, i have a 9094OB that is 1 year old now and it's working flawlessly as a multi purpose watch (normal use, swim and dive) and it never had an issue. it's just simply great value for the money and it keeps working great.
Mine is working flawlessly as well! Amazing watch for the price.
Can't fault mine either, I have the 8927 and 8928OB's and they are both great watches
hey are you still have that watch
@@burkidokii yes, i still have it
@@sebastianmonjo3113 would you recommend it
It's only ten grand or so cheaper than a Submariner....
haha some subs are up to 14 thousand! So yea I think I'll stick with the invicta pro diver...
you can expect to pay a little over 11k for a gently loved 116613LB with full box and papers, so you're about spot on!
Remember the guy who got laid because he had on the nice Invicta? Me neither.
@@johnnyd465 I got laid after giving a very good looking, pleasant woman an Invicta watch as a gift...
@@johnnyd465 LOL apparently you DIDN'T read this comment....
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"I bought this Invicta and had a threesome on the first night I wore it."
Totally agree with this review 100%, I have the same exact watch for over 5 years now and am very satisfied with it, looks very sharp and classy and it still looks and works like new, great quality watch for it's cost.
I have a pro diver now for about three years now. I did change the bracelet for a Mil- teck solid end link and machined clasp. I love this watch, I also have a Breitling, bit my pro diver is my go to watch on a daily basis. I also repair watches as a hobby. I must say this watch is a solid time piece.
NICE!
I own a Grand Diver, which I’ll admit is quite a boat anchor in size and weight. I rarely wear it, but still love it. Great review.
I have a large watch collection (85), and have four Invictas ( the one here being reviewed, another submariner homage 8932 OB, a Yachtmaster homage 9210, and a Daytona homage 9223 Speedway). I must say I only have positive things to say about Invicta watches, the quality, build, materials, timekeeping, in fact, considering the modest price, everything! ....85 watches, yes I know...I'm mad.
This is my second watch my first was a nixon but that one didn't last hope to get to your level
85 watches? You got too much time on ya hands mate 😄
Looking for a Royal Marine Model .
I have the 8929ob yellow gold with black dial. they nailed the color of the gold. im impressed
I've had this 9094OB since January 2018. I love it and it has become my daily driver. The stainless steel is top notch and the quality is hard to fault but of course you shouldn't compare it to a real Sub that feels a lot more solid but costs $8,000 or more. The only things I'm not fond of are the press clasp and safety as well as the bezel insert, which can easily get scratched. Mine already has several scratches but then what watch doesn't get beaten up with daily use. For $80 or so, it's a terrific daily driver. Marvel at how it costs 1% the price of a real Sub while still delivering such level of quality and features.
Probably the most unbiased review of this watch I’ve read. It states the case clearly without possessing that sense of posh snobbery that a lot of reviews display. And the watch itself: extremely decent FOR THE MONEY!
Got one last week, they're great. Thanks very much for the video.
Love all my invicta watches! Thanks for your informative video.
Only watch snobs hate Invicta. They can't get passed the fact that even though they do put out a few tacky watches here and there the Pro Diver is hands down one of the best legitimate diving watches out there for under $100
Facts
I bought an invicta prodiver scalloped bezel with nh35 movement. My first impression with this watch is that for $60 its a great watch. I wish invicta didn’t become too pretentious on their msrp, but stick to their roots of wanting an affordable well made watch at least because “swiss made” is basically gone.
@@juliusmadridejos4018 I agree, if you can get past invicta's cringey marketing tactics and their few tacky watches. They are an awesome brand. They really don't get the credit that they deserve.
@@juliusmadridejos4018 Agreed, Invicta really should just stop with the big bulky watches that they are known for. The Pro diver is fantastic, but alot of their stuff is just tacky as heck!
@@kentmccroskey8161 Yea, true. haha like I said tacky as hell! BUT I will say this... Even though a lot of Invicta's watches are super big and bulky that doesn't take a way from the fact that even those ones are still pretty good quality for the money when it comes to the movement and the specs/materials... It's just the designs that kill it for me.
Yup!; Actually I have THREE Invictas in my small collection. Also have a couple vintage Omegas (1970s Constellation & Chronostop), Longines; TAG Heuer, etc. The ones I use the most
are Invicta Automatic Pro-Diver & Bulova Marinestar. Thanks for a great thread!!; Please kep up!
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Appreciate it Hernando! Those are some awesome vintage watches!
Invictas are hard to beat when quality and price come into account. Not all of us can afford a sub-mariner and why shouldn't we wear something that looks great and is affordable. Personally, I like the larger Grand Diver watches, but there are alot of nice Invictas to chose from. The somewhat new release Invicta model 20072 with the orange strap is a very fun sporty watch, I've bought 3 as gifts and they all love it.
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Well executed video. I especially like the subtle transitions and background music. Content is spot on. I purchased an Invicta Pro Diver 2-mos ago - black dial w/ silicone band. It is an incredible value and now my primary daily driver. The value and craftsmanship of these Invicta models is outstanding given the market space they occupy. So, let’s wear our Invicta Pro Divers with pride because snobs don’t make the world turn. (p.s., you may have 115 subscribers, but 191 comments as of this writing...host your channel because you enjoy it ) Be well.
Thanks! I appreciate it!
Terrific video/review. I am kind of a watch snob, but I love my Invicta Pro diver and wouldn't ever consider selling it.
Haha thanks for being honest!
Probably the most unbiased and honest review of Invictas I’ve read, free of any snarky and snobbish implications. Very good job; have worn this exact watch for several months and your review is absolutely spot on.
I’ve had this exact watch for 8 years now and it’s a solid watch and sits well on my wrist, bought it for it’s classic rolex look.
Great video...I bought this exact model on amazon for $49.99 and your review is spot on. I also own Seikos and Orients as you mentioned and you're right; while the quality on my Seikos and Orients may be a step up, the price is too.
I recently acquired the gold and blue quartz version of this and wow I am hooked, just so blingy and the blue on the dial/bezel is gorgeous imho.
Great honest review.
In my opinion it’s all about the movement of this watch. I have two Stainless OB divers and the one I’m currently wearing is incredibly accurate, as it has an error of only about three seconds in 48 hours. In my opinion, that’s excellent for an automatic watch at this price. I’m not a huge fan of the bracelet, so I replaced it with a nice NATO. Really a good look in my opinion. At $85 from Amazon, I can wear this watch anywhere and not worry about it getting damaged, lost, or stolen. I was fortunate to have gotten the brushed stainless rotor before Invicta changed to the bright yellow rotor which I’m not crazy about. But you don’t really see it so that doesn’t matter much to me.
Lastly, if I want to wear a special watch that I am proud of, I’ll put on my grandfather’s Leroy et Cie Chrono, or my dad‘s Heuer 844 Monnin. Both are in my safe, and unfortunately neither are as accurate as my Invictas. Go figure!
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I've had a few from the brand. In my 20s I had some of those huge gawdy models. I grew up and my tastes changed. In my 30s I discovered models such as the Diver. I love them! CURRENTLY own about 6 invictas
I bet you if they retailed their prices at $10,000 + it would “be a astonishing time piece” people think the price is what makes the brand
This is very true... people think just because it's super expensive it must mean that it's always an amazing value for the money or something. Laughable.
Luu Cam not true, watch people love seikos and you can get some of them for £60
@jay I know they are great watches for the price but I’m saying that if they sold their watches at a higher price the hype beasts and celebrities will be promote it just like how they promote Rolex’s
@@luucamNY This is very true. Happens alll the time.
It does make you wonder how overpriced the cost of a high end watch is vs what it could be. But if this exact watch rebranded and went for a high dollar it would be slammed. The lume is a faaar cry, movement accuracy is about 10 seconds lost a day give or take, vs ~1 or less for a rolex, material is genuine in a rolex and finish is great, the clasp is stamp steel vs a rolex's adjustable milled steel, hollow end links vs solid, scratchable mineral crystal vs sapphire, ceramic bezel vs aluminum. Essentially the real rolex is far and away a better watch. And I suppose the rolex does have a reputation behind it which I'm sure aids pricing. However most respect to Invicta for creating this miracle of a watch for the price. For the price it is a great one. Now for a submariner homage I'd point to the phoibos sx002, for 100-120 it's an incredible bargain and rumored to be using steinhart parts without the markup. It is however a swiss quartz Ronda 515 movement but to get a super accurate and reliable automatic movement it costs a whole lot to get there so in that price point I'd say quartz is preferable. In essence for ~1.5-2 times the price of an Invicta pro diver you can end up with a watch much closer to a submariner in specs than a pro diver
That was my 3rd Invicta Pro Diver. I got it about 7 years ago. It was great. Very beautiful piece for the money. Great value. I'm going to get another one & change out the band with an aftermarket one. Only watch snobs and people who would rather hate on a Sub $100 watch would hate on it. Good video!
Nice to see someone make a rational point about less expensive but still good quality watches like Invicta instead of just mindlessly hating on them.
@@kiwi1043 HAHA agreed!
Got to disagree lots of watch people love Seikos and you can get many well under 100
Pffff Invicta purposely tried to look like a TT Submariner. Why would anyone want to wear something that looks like a fake Rolex is beyond me. $100 or not.
Johnny Utah You’re coming off as a bit of a watch snob. Don’t hate other people’s personal choices. If it makes them happy. That’s what’s important!
I've got four of these. One of them is from the early 2000s and is inferior to the models offered now; it does not have a hack feature, and the pins holding the bracelet together are so loose that the watch has literally fallen off my hand. The three newer ones have the superior movement which DOES have the hack feature, and I have had no issues with the bracelets. The watches keep reasonably good time out of the box; being a tinkerer, I have opened mine up and fiddled with the regulator arms so that they gain around 6 seconds per day, quite good for a mechanical watch. Of course, opening the case back voids any warranty as well as compromises the water resistance, but I truly wouldn't trust these diving anyway. For $75 to $100, forget bothering with the warranty, and forget servicing the watch; it's cheaper to replace the movement than to overhaul it, and cheaper overall to just replace the watch. I love mine, and am just as happy to wear one of these as I am my Omega Speedmaster Moon Watch.
I have enjoyed this watch over 10 years now I still love it.
I'm rocking 44 Invicta. Plan to buy more.. My Grand Pro Diver rocks. Laced with Diamonds... Love it
50 more and you could've bought one Rolex that would last decades.
@@johnnyd465 maybe true but mine have lasted... No batteries, all automatics. Plus Rolex is overrated
Kyle Kozma can’t wait to buy a grand pro diver!
Invicta is what losers who cant afford Rolex buy.
@@johnnyd465 nice try trolling
my invicta 8926OB was one of the first automatics i purchased in 2007. I still have it in my collection among the Rolex GMTII, explorer II, Subc. I still love having my 8926. running strong at the beach and still doesnt have any scratches on the crystal. It was an amazing starter watch and still offers amazing value. wearing it now.
forgot to mention had orange monster, orients, omega speedmaster, seamaster, most of which have been flipped, but not my invicta.
Totally agree with what you have said about this particular watch by Invicta. I like many other watch collectors was wary about purchasing one because of all the bad reviews on Invicta being ugly and too big on some models and also over their pricing. I looked on Amazon UK for the Pro Diver watches and saw the Invicta 8927 OB which is the two tone gold/black version of this watch after seeing a review of a watchmaker in the UK who also did an in depth review and he had nothing but praise for the quality of this watch which he paid £75 for. On Amazon I got the watch for £69.99 in an Amazon sale. It is an amazing watch and everything the watchmaker said about the quality was true. I have since purchased the 8927 OB which I love also. I have a good collection of watches and for cost and value for money these two watches I now own is hard to beat.
Agreed, for this price range it's hard to beat the quality of the pro diver.
First off, I love, love, love Invicta watches, I have around 20 pieces, all automatic. So no Invicta hater watch snob is here, quite the opposite.
But let me make three small corrections: current Florida based Invicta group nothing to do with original Invicta brand. They just bought the name of a bankrupted, long time gone Swiss watch company. Many mushroom watch brand did it recently. No any problem with this but it is not reborn of original Invicta. It is a name purchase and a new company. Once again, it is perfectly fine.
Second as far as I know pro divers with Japanese movements has no flame fusion glass. Except Signature collection like 7049 model. Only Swiss made or Swiss Movement type of Pro Divers has the flame fusion besides Seiko movement Signature Pro Divers. Well might others, but definitely not 8928 and similar 40 mm Japanese movement pro divers.
Third Flame Fusion glass is not simply a hardened mineral glass. It is way more than this, actually the most genius part of higher class Invicta watches, because it is a mineral glass with artificial /synthetic/ sapphire coating on the glass. Why it is genius idea? Sapphire glass is hard therefore very scratch resistant BUT break easily. That is why for example Seiko professional diver watches barely used them, because if a watch glass brakes underwater it means the divers watch cant be used anymore so divers cant follow the passing time so they have to come up right away. Unlike sapphire, on the other hand mineral is easy to scratch but hard to break, that is why they are better to be used for diver watches than sapphire. Yes, I know Rolex and other manufacturers making diver watches and using sapphire. I know, but it is because uneducated or/and never diving buyers thinking sapphire is more expensive therefore it is better. It is true except when it comes to diver watches purchased for scuba diving purposes. So Invicta developed a technology which can combine scratch resistance of sapphire with shatter resistance of mineral glass. Perfect and ingenuous. I have some Invicta watches bough just because of flame fusion glass on them, one of them the previously mentioned 7049.
Okay. But sapphire is just plain better than other kinds of Glas for diving. Most professional diving watches have sapphire - see omega ploprof, Rolex deepsea, Seiko prospex diver, seamaster, submariner, blancpain bathyscaphe- literally any higher priced diving watches for real professionals. Even some dive computers have sapphire glass..
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I just ordered a Pro Diver 1770, a 43mm Sub homage that also has a chronograph and ... *quartz movement.* It has this flame fusion crystal and I got it for just $54. Hasn't arrived yet though, after 6 days. Good grief these online stores sure take their sweet time.
Why awesome comment. Rolex snobs are going to be pissed LOL!
My pro diver 17887 has a flame fusion crystal and it’s quartz movement
Highly rated watch I have 4 invicta in my watch collection. Thanks for sharing.
I own two of these gems and they are built like tanks! Great timekeeping, water resistance and great value for money!
You have a great voice for narration awesome video I subscribed
Thanks Daniel! Appreciate it!
I have been wearing the 9937 swiss movement version for around 15 years, been in oceans maybe to a depth of 60 feet or so no serious diving per se but it's kept great time, garnered many compliments and has never had so much as a hiccup...great watch for the money.
I have the 2017 model and it’s still my favorite watch
I love my invicta watch too. Never had any issues. My friend has a Rolex and when I showed him my invicta he was impressed. The only thing I noticed is that a Rolex automatic movement has a higher pitch sound when I put my ear 👂 on the back.
Invicta makes amazing watches. I own twenty of them with eta's to meteorite dials. I only have two Rolex's that are not amazing. Invicta makes watch collecting fun. They even have a collectors cruise to the Islands every year. When did Rolex ever give anyone oxygen. Great Video and thanks for sharing.
My 3044, 22850 and 8930OB are so gorgeous. that's why I really like and love Invicta watch.
I've had the watch for a few months now, and I absolutely love it except for two things.
1. The accuracy is -7 seconds a day, which means I have to set it once or twice a week for reasonable time accuracy.
2. the 12 oclock bezel mounted lume dot just fell off and is gone. The lume material was just put in a hole in the bezel, and not in a protective ring.
Interesting. I guess This particular movement prides itself more on the reliability end than the accuracy end. Because it's definitely a great movement for the price when it comes to reliability.
@@chrisstevenson9587 I could open the caseback and regulate it and improve the accuracy. I'm just afraid to do it because I'm worried about maintaining the water resistance.
@@Raistlen007 Ahh good point. But how would you possibly render the water resistance just by taking off the case-back and putting it back on? Also, now I'm curious... haha how does one go about taking off the case back of the pro diver? And improving it's accuracy?
@@chrisstevenson9587 the ridges around the case back are for a tool that grabs the ridges and turns like a wrench. The regulation levers are around the escapement wheel
@@Raistlen007 I was wondering about those ridges! Thanks for the info!
This watch is too small for my wrist so I bought an Invicta Grand Diver #3049 which has the same "Bluesy" blue and gold two-tone colour scheme. I bought it back in 2012 and it still looks and runs as well as the day it arrived. I have no complaints.
I have two Pro Divers and I love them both.
Glad you like them Max!
I'd love to see them put out this model with a better taper on the bracelet or even a jubilee model and solid end links. I'm sure the price will go up but i'd like to get my hands on it.
THAT would be awesome!
Its a great watch for the price point which is typically around $75. I picked mine for under $50 and so it was definitely a bargain as even Seiko does not offer watches with their NH35 at this price point. I do not understand people's complaint about the bracelet, esp that it is only a pressed clasp and no solid end links; given the price I am surprised it even comes with the steel bracelet. Honestly, I've so far never had problems with either of these.
I'v had mine for over 2 years now and its taken its fair share of nicks and scuffs, but it still runs great around 6-8 seconds per day and I am plenty happy with it. It is one of my top picks when I go on a vacation as I would not worry much if it were to get stolen or misplaced and it suits almost all occasions, be it formal or casual or at the beach. Probably the best value for money in my collection.
LOL!
Great vid. Really good editing, enjoyed the music without drowning you out. And the content of course. Keeping this watch on the affordable purchase list. Thx.
Can you change the moving dial? Mine isnt sharp as this
A good watch period. Have several Invictas. They run well and look good. Have diver with a pave dial. Looks incredible in sunlight. Many compliments.
I am vintage watch collector and you’ll be surprised that they do have few beautiful vintage time pieces. Although recently they have churned out monstrosity one after another!!!!! I a hate them................. But with that being said one thing that they got right is the pro diver, I too used to make fun of these watches,act like a snob until I got one,it might not be a Rolex but it’s not bad it’s beautiful and I like it!!!!! there I said it. Nice video bro keep it up!!!
Thanks for the support! Appreciate it!
i have this watch over two jears and i use it everday its a really good watch for the price and it never breaks no matter what you doing
Great Video!
Just bought the Black n Gold model and im loving it . Also have the Speedway and a few others great value quality time peaces.
Thanks Darren!
Darren Smith the black and gold is what I have also! Beautiful watch!!
Just received my Invicta Pro Diver 9094OB this morning, after watching so many reviews on this watch. Oh man I love it. This is truly a remarkable watch. The bright blue really stands out. I immediately swapped the bracelet with a white rubber butterfly watch bracelet as I intend to keep it on while swimming, that combination looks fantastic imo.
I am fortunate that I don't listen to haters who hate for the sake of hating. Good video-thanks for vindicating my argument about the great value that this brand represents. I own (for now) 14 Invictas, most of them Pro & Grand Divers, all with the Seiko automatic movement. I also own a few quartz pieces, but have not had ANY issues since purchasing over 3 years ago. I wear them every day, matching them to what I'm wearing to the office. I also own other brands including many vintage watches. If you have contracted the watch snob illness, then please get help. Go ahead and purchase the very expensive watches so you can impress your friends...I'm too busy enjoying my watches to care what you think. Again, great video and you have a new subscriber. I wish you the best!
Thanks for the support Angelo!
Hey you would hate too if you spent $15k to $25K on a Rolex and saw an Invitca that looked and performed nearly as good for under $100 lol.
Have one for 5 years running great. Great piece. I do have Rolex, Cartier but this Invicta stands to its competitors.
Nice Gerardo!
Just a note, you can’t just have the watch sit in water then say it’s fine for swimming. You should fill the sink or tub and slosh the watch around as if you were swimming.
I completely agree. That's why in the review I called it a "very basic" water resistance test. That's just my standard water resistance test that I do with all of my watches. I have done other more harsh tests with the Invicta Pro Diver before and it also past those tests with flying colors! Enjoy your new Invicta Pro Diver!
I own my Pro Diver for over a year now and it has never failed me and actually the Rolex is now an even bigger goal for me ! I think everyone who is interested in the Rolex Sub design should own a Pro Diver first and see if its something for u.
Definitely getting this as my first watch
You'll certainly enjoy it!
Only the fact that it has a Seiko movement already makes this watch of great quality.
The best review of this watch!) Excellent job!!)
Hello from Russia
Thank you!
This watch was a great watch.... and that is what lead me to the SKX007. I loved my Invincta.... but would never go back. Great video. Thanks.
WoW! A Very rare honest assessment of an Invicta Watch... Thanks!
Appreciate it Curtis!
The best review of the watch! I have 2 Pro diver in my collection and I will add some more in my collection. The Pro diver is the only Invicta that I'm interested so far.
Great video man. Can definitely see you're making improvements every video! Plus this is such a popular brand, I'm sure people will love it. Be sure to pin some of the best comments! Looking forward to more great stuff! :)
Thanks for the support Kiwi!
Since I started collecting watches I was sure not to get any Invicta ever due to the oversized Wal-mart models that are around. But I found this model in black with Garfield on it and I completely fell in love with it, it's nice to find it's also a very good watch .
Yea, Invicta's other watches are definitely kind of crazy. I'm happy they made this one though. Glad you enjoy the watch!
You should really do one on the Grand Diver. I just purchased one and would love to hear your take on it.
I have 3 Grand Divers...the oldest being 12 years old. It's a two tone just like the one in the video...and I wear it quite a bit.
It has the same NH35A movement, and since I keep it in a watch winder, it's like owning a quartz watch. The gold plating still looks brand new...and the crystal has no scratches at all.
I prefer the larger watches, mainly because I am 6'6" and the size of an NFL Offensive Lineman. In fact...I played 3 years of college football as an O Lineman....and have nearly a 9 inch wrist. I have a pretty large collection of watches...from the mid 1920's to present day. Quite a few are Invicta's...and I have never had any problems with them The quartz watches just get a new battery about once every 4 years...and my automatics get cleaned and tested about every other year.
Like everything else mechanical...keeping it serviced regularly will add years of enjoyment to you watch...and even cleaning a $75 watch is a good investment.
I own one. It has identical movement and Lume. The only difference is the bigger body gives it an additional 100M of water resistance.
I also have and really like my grand diver
So, I owned the Rolex Subbie for 5 years. It showed the correct time every time I set it and that drove me crazy. It went back to the dealer a few times until eventually I just sold it and bought a Tissot. The Subbie was my 3rd Rolex and I will honestly never buy another one. I actually picked up an Invicta Grand Diver in Cozumel a few years back. I do miss the look of the two tone Subbie so I’m just gonna follow your Amazon link and pick up this watch. Thanks for a great review and my wife says thanks for getting me to buy yet another watch, lol.
I think invicta is a good brand...some of the bigger pieces have way to high a profile and are way too big and heavy...also battery watches are battery watches whether the movements are made in china or switzerland
Swiss quartz movements are way better than the Chinese ones, which would stop working sometimes or exhaust a new battery too soon.
I have shopped with Invicta for a couple of years now. This year I bought apx 50! Everybody got watches for men or women, jewelry, puzzles and/or dive cases for Christmas. Everybody was happy and pleased with my choices. I have purchased about 20-25 Pro Divers and all have been water tested. All came thru just fine. I have spoken to several people that got the comparible of the Pro Diver in Seiko, Omega and Rolex. My ex-husband had the Seiko in this and I paid a whole lot more for it(and that's been 30+ years)! He was afraid to wear it in the water. It was nice to look at and ran fine but it was a little bland to me. My grandson got me going on Invicta. He had started watching it and wanted me to check it out too. Watches are the thing now. I bought him 6 Star Wars watches, 2 Pro Divers, 1 Subaqua Venom, 1 iridescent Grand Diver, 2 Rally S1's, 2 Bolts and a GMT! He's just 16 but a good kid, a good student and very responsible. I almost filled both of his 8 slot dive cases just this year. You have definitely made him a cool kid with all these awesome watches. Thankyou Invicta!!! To folk out there considering a new watch or want more than one, I absolutely encourage you to watch the show on TV and check out Invicta and the 5 year trade in/trade up guarantee. There are literally thousands of different well made, well constructed, affordable, different and unusual watches to choose from. Everybody was not only happy to get a new watch but that they all got more than one watch for all 18 people(from ages 9-78). Now that's what I call a hit! Keep up the great work!!! Customer forever...
and u can also spin the bezel of this watch, u should have included that
True, My apologies Papa Franku.
I have this watch and it is beautiful, the only complaint I have is that it isn't not automatic and I seem to be replacing the battery more than I have to.
I remember this was my first watch, when I got it I thought it was the best looking watch. I had never known anything about watches. Next thing I knew I'm collecting all sorts of brands and shapes.
It's certainly a gateway watch! haha
Extremely happy with mine!
I have a collection of several watches, all much more expensive than the Invicta, but I found myself wearing this one day in and day out!
It might be the automatic mechanical movement (as all my other watches are quartz), that has a certain 'magic' about it.
In any case, it looks, feels and functions as a much more expensive timepiece and I can only confirm your review here.
Thanks for the video.
yeah right...
Questionable pricing aside (i.e., all those BS discounts) I really don't get the Invicta hate. This is a decent watch, especially for the price. And, honestly, some of their more garish original designs are kind of fun. They're not really my style, and don't work in a lot of the situations I find myself in, but if you want something big, blingy, and fun, that you're going to enjoy, and it works with your style, then why not buy an Invicta? Especially because, in the grand scheme of watches, they're pretty affordable.
arcade.ly I own the bigger pro diver scuba at 48 mm never thought I’d like that big of a watch not sure if I’d buy one bigger but maybe to have in my collection!
I picked on of these up because I liked the look and didn’t want to spend to much. It’s been a great watch and I haven’t ever regretted buying it
Glad you enjoyed it!
I love the pro diver so much, except of the lume(which is abyssmal) it's a perfect watch for the price.
True, the lume was a bit disappointing. But other than that it's almost perfect for the price.
Yep, almost no lume.
@@manny7886 haha yep..
Yes the lume isn't that good but I didn't buy it for that. The watch itself is wonderful value for money and has a great Seiko NH35A automatic movement.
@@sailoreddie1 exactly.
I have had one for ten years now with no problems. The whole strap is gold plated too. Very happy and blingy.
Would you get a seiko 5 or the pro diver?
I actually own both the Invicta Pro Diver and this Seiko 5. haha so both! amzn.to/2FTRj5d
Depends on what you want it for? For diving I’d buy the invicta but if your just looking for a great looking watch seiko 5
Great review man. Love the video. I’m definitely getting this watch 🥰
I just bought one! Use to love Invicta when I was younger but never pulled the trigger.
This watch gets a ton of hate, but I need to see for myself. Only thing I’m worried about is if the watch is actually water resistant
Hope you enjoy it Jon!
I have a few and they have all been swimming and down 30 ' or so and spent a week or two in the pool / ocean and never had a problem. Just wash off with if in salt water afterwards or the bezel will not rotate anymore this is just common sense.
Yes they are water resistant in saltwater and pool water!..
It's super water resistant... It's a diving watch man. It's literally made for it.
I own this watch and I always get a lot of compliments on it, as well as people checking it out on my wrist.
For the price, and the eye appeal, you can't go wrong in purchasing one!
100% agree. It's the price that really makes this watch worth it.
It's because people are polite and from a distance if looks like a Rolex.
This is a beautiful watch, I have just gained a new level of interest in watches, and I'm doing research on movement and qualities.
I take what these watch snobs say about Invicta with a huge grain of salt. They talk about Rolex like everybody can afford one.
Rolex snobs want to think they are important that's all. They aren't and I've worked with many people like this. I honestly don't care for people like this.
I purchased this watch with a perpetual calender that has the words for the months (January) and days of the week (Monday) and the number for the day all on the same dial. Really wanted a watch that has all of these specific features and have not seen any model of a Rolex made this way.
Im buying Invicta pro diver this Coming May 2019.😉
Awesome Antonio! Enjoy your new watch!
Did you buy?
gd luck, you will never be able to buy just one lol
I have that watch but I am not satisfied at all with the quality of the band (I am not complaining tho for the price it's very robust) and since I am not a steel bracelet guy I wanted to pick a couple of straps up. The first one would be a rather light brown leather strap and the second would be a NATO for sure, do you have any ideas on what colour matches with the watch?
I have one Invicta Diving watch and would not buy another one. Over the years I accidentally dropped my watches without any consequence. The Invicta is the only one who had a cracked crystal on one 4 feet drop. The bracelet is also very low quality. Stick with Seiko and other good brands, that would be my advice.
The invicta is a Sub-100 dollar watch . You dont drop a watch even if it was less than 100 dollars. Also, IDK what kind of watches you wear other than the invicta but real sapphire would probably shatter from that height.
@@MeDicen_Rocha If you read my post again you'll see I said "accidentally dropped". I am not on the Watch Testing business so I'd not do it on purpose. I believe my Invicta is the 8926 which has a mineral crystal. 4 feet is a very small height and I'd doubt anyone would expect a watch not to resist to that. I have watches w/ Sapphire and Mineral crystals. The Sapphire is of course much higher quality but I never had problems with any of the others. I have a Seiko, Omega, Panerai, Citizen, Casio and other brands. Invicta is the only one who let me down.
It depends on what the watch fell on? They do have some weight to them so if it hit a stone floor or hardwood why wouldn’t break? This is a super nice watch only a true watch snob could dislike this quality watch!
@@brianbuchert6382 I find amusing that some folks call names when people simply voice a different opinion. I have different watch brands, from very expensive (Bell&Ross, Panerai, etc.) to very affordable (Casios). I like all. If my dislike for Invicta quality makes me a snob, I'd wear the badge proudly.