Top 5 Rolex Submariner Alternatives Under $200

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  • @RedWingsninetyone
    @RedWingsninetyone 3 роки тому +2

    I'm always checking out the comments for the Invicta hate, but am always pleasantly surprised when most people love them.

  • @jnelly814
    @jnelly814 6 років тому +20

    I just bought the Invicta Pro Diver and I absolutely adore it so far. I don't even mind the branding on the side.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому +4

      That's a great little watch, can't beat it for the money.

    • @shayan_words
      @shayan_words 3 роки тому +1

      Do you still have the watch

  • @TheFlyrodder68
    @TheFlyrodder68 6 років тому +11

    For just a little over $200, I'd recommend Tissell. It is worth the look for sure.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому +2

      I’ve heard good things about them.

    • @ianmarshall3633
      @ianmarshall3633 3 роки тому +1

      Tissel is a good choice. Good build quality and movement.

  • @csharpewalls
    @csharpewalls 7 років тому +8

    I was looking at the Invicta and my Son gave me the Orient Ray 2 in black. With a good NATO strap it's my daly wear, great watch
    Would highly recommend it.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching Chris, enjoy that Ray 2, it's a great watch. I gave mine to my father as well, he seems to be enjoying it quite a bit.

  • @rhyfel1
    @rhyfel1 6 років тому +8

    Just bought the invicta grand diver with the nh35a movement for £70 brand new and for the money its outstanding value.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching I appreciate it.

  • @kevthedalek
    @kevthedalek 7 років тому +14

    Enjoyed the video cheers, my first choice would be the Orient I really don't know how they make such a great watch for the price point. I have a Mako Mk1 and it runs within COSC standards it is as accurate as my Rolex GMT Master and that is staggering. Second choice would be the Seiko 5 they also offer outstanding value for money and they are very easy to modify with a plethora of mod options available. I would never purchase another quartz watch, nothing wrong with them I just prefer the magic of a mechanical.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      Thanks for watching and the feedback I appreciate it. I like quartz watches for a number of reasons, though certainly not as much as I like mechanical. I plan on doing a quartz vs mechanical watch video discussing my thoughts on that at some point in the future. That said, for this video, I had to put a few quartz pieces on the list if I was trying to stay under the $200 price point.

  • @veauxorleans5875
    @veauxorleans5875 4 роки тому +1

    You may want to try to review the invicta 9937ob and I promise you, you’d think it was the best of this bunch.

  • @harisridwan6189
    @harisridwan6189 6 років тому +1

    Diver watches(invicta) strap length can be adjusted right?

  • @rogerauclair1670
    @rogerauclair1670 2 роки тому

    I have the Invicta 8926OB and the Invicta 8926BRB and although I would prefer that the “Invicta” engraving wasn’t there, it doesn’t really bother me. I think that it’s a bit of an exaggeration to describe the engraving on the side of the case as “in great big letters” when in fact the lettering is only 2.25mm high.

  • @4034miguel
    @4034miguel 6 років тому +3

    Orient all the way. I am kind of a Fan and for that price, it is not important if one scratches the crystal. Thanks for the video.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому

      I've never scratched a crystal. I don't know if I'm extremely careful, lucky, or if it's really not that big a risk as people make it out to be. That said I did have a watch stored in a box for like 10 years with a bunch of random stuff, and I took that over to a local watch shop and had the crystal replaced for $25, so even if you do scratch the crystal it's not the end of the world.

    • @4034miguel
      @4034miguel 6 років тому

      Exact. For the price of the Orient, an additional $25 sounds right. I do not know if am very unlucky or clumsy but I always scratched the crystal of every Seiko 5 I had :-(

  • @chr1s60
    @chr1s60 7 років тому +4

    All solid suggestions here. The Submariner, being probably the #2 most timeless/identifiable watch out there, it is highly replicated and imitated. Under $200 is pretty restrictive as an alternative to a roughly $8,000 watch, but there are decent options. There are even more quality options if you jump up to around $500-$1,500. I like the idea for the video though.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      I might do similar video's at different price tiers in the future. The problem is my lack of personal experience with the majority of the watches at the $500+ price range. I'd just be offering my speculation at that point, which may still be valid I suppose. What do you think?

    • @Jp_1998_
      @Jp_1998_ 7 років тому

      chr1s60 May I ask what the #1 is?

  • @jpdavis6042
    @jpdavis6042 7 років тому +5

    Wow, Just Blue Fish, you knocked it out of the Ball Park on this one. Have all of them, except the Pulsar. Invicta holds the top prize, the greatest homages, with a quality Seiko mvmt. Fit and Finish is very good. Casio Marlin is a beauty. Give Seiko 5 high marks and it's often mistaken for a Rolex. As to the Orient, the fit and finish was dull and just had a strange feel on the wrist. The Invicta (or Orient) makes a nice gift for a friend who has never owned a mechanical, nor aware of the Submariner classic style.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      Thanks JP, I appreciate the comments. I think with the Casio vs Pulsar they're so similar it's an either/or proposition. No real sense it getting both since they're so similar with the exception of case diameter. The Orient Ray I had, and previously reviewed, did end up as a gift for my father. He's quite happy with it, it does make a great gift.

  • @thebudkellyfiles
    @thebudkellyfiles 6 років тому +2

    My Phoibos 300m quartz Sub homage is absolutely perfect in fit, finish, looks, fit, lume, and accuracy. Really great watch, only $119 on Amazon. Love that watch, better than my genuine Rolex Sub. Really. Thanks.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching. I appreciate it.

    • @Ricktpt1
      @Ricktpt1 5 років тому

      That's the PY002 variant I think, and I was all set to buy one until...I started researching it. It's terrific and even better since It's been revised sometime after your post. The one that's catching my eye now is the PY007. But it's pretty pricey at $300.00. I'm hoping I can catch one in good shape used. Wish me luck...

  • @Giovan_Nino
    @Giovan_Nino 7 років тому +7

    Another great and well informed video. I love my submariner but like the look of the Orient model. I'd like to see it hands on.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому +3

      Thanks, appreciate it. The Orient is quite nice, especially considering the price. Of course it's not the quality you'd expect from the Rolex but I was impressed with it. Check out my previous review video on it if you haven't. I'd love to get a little hands on time with a Submariner. I'm not sure if I want to buy one after buying and selling my Rolex Explorer. I don't want to make another $1000+ mistake, but it's hard to know if you're gonna love a watch until you have an opportunity to wear it for a little while. Just checking it out in a store never tells the whole story.

    • @jpdavis6042
      @jpdavis6042 7 років тому

      Blue Fish - Good point as to Rolex $1k mistakes after the fact. Thinking about a new Rolex Explorer ($6,000) or pre owned near mint Sub ($5,000). There's no way in hell I'm spending close to $8k for a new Sub. R greed is out of control.

  • @danniecarmona2509
    @danniecarmona2509 7 років тому +1

    I like the Rolex No date do you have any recommendations for watches with no window dates that a similar to the Rolex?

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому +1

      Off the top of my head, no not anything very affordable. The Tudor Blackbay would be an option, and while it's cheaper than the Sub, it's still quite expensive. I can't think of any no-date budget friendly options though.

    • @danielfreire346
      @danielfreire346 7 років тому +1

      +JustBlueFish Also there's a microband called Phoibos
      Check their watches!

    • @Psydrre
      @Psydrre 6 років тому

      dannie carmona Tisell has a submariner without date.

  • @mattbowen8042
    @mattbowen8042 7 років тому +1

    I have had a Stainless Steel Steel Dakota ( Berenger) Q3, watch for the last 15 years and the only thing I've had to do was replace the battery and band. I've taken diving but only to 15' with it and I did chip the crystal on it about two weeks ago, but I've worn it every day working and off.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      Not familiar with that brand but 15 years is impressive.

  • @s.g.3042
    @s.g.3042 7 років тому +2

    *Invicta offers an automatic model too, I have tho a 30$ GMT MASTER automatic by MADISON®™ and one $10 made by SOKI®™ but TEVISE®™ make nice inexpensive ROLEX®™ hommages too*

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      Thanks for watching I appreciate it.

  • @davepeck4045
    @davepeck4045 3 роки тому

    I would recommend that Seiko learn how to abbreviate FRI. I've never seen it as FRE before

  • @blyatman635
    @blyatman635 6 років тому +1

    Cheers, great choices. I have the Seiko Sea Urchin and could not recommend it enough. It would be great if you could do one of this alternative videos for the Rolex Explorer. I know you were obsessed with the Explorer as I am now and I know a lot of people are looking for something to scratch their itch below the 500 $ mark.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому +1

      I just got the Seiko SNZF17 SEa Urchin on loan from a viewer, so stay tuned for a review of that watch in the not to distant future. I'll see if I can put together a list for some Explorer alternatives too. Thanks!

  • @aleone5685
    @aleone5685 7 років тому +6

    The Orient is a great choice. Japanese made with in-house automatic movement that is hand winding and hackable. I haven't owned a Ray or Mako, but my wife, son and I each have Orient watches and we all give them a lot of wrist time.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      I don't have as much experience with Orient as with Seiko, I've only had 3 Orient watches now, but all 3 of them have exceeded similarly priced Seiko watches in my opinion. Not by a ton mind you, but they're quite good.

  • @jeanlefranc3817
    @jeanlefranc3817 7 років тому +4

    Your video is spot on. Having once been somewhat disappointed by another Rolex I bought (though the build quality was excellent), there was no way I would spend € 8000 (here in Europe) for a SubMariner straight from the AD shopwindow. But I needed to scratch this Submariner itch and bought the Seiko SNZF17. € 117 delivered on my doorstep, feels reasonnably heavy and solid on the wrist, + 5 sec/day and it looks the part with the applied dots, even if not circled in white gold. I really recommand considering this watch, which sits in a different territory from the hardcore SKX diver (which I also own)

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому +1

      The SNZF is one I'd like to check out at some point. I was confident in recommending it even though I haven't seen it because of my experience with other Seiko watches, and while it's not a 200m ISO certified divers watch, I still felt like it's a pretty good value and something a person should consider if they're in the market for this style watch. Thanks for the feedback I appreciate it.

  • @kierenmoore3236
    @kierenmoore3236 7 років тому +3

    The Ray II is unbelievable value, and looks far classier than most any alternative I could name (not leat the SKX ... which, if you want a dive watch for ACTUAL DIVING, is a good, cheap option; but not particularly stylish (despite having a unique style), imho).
    Is there anywhere in particular you would recommend getting a sapphire crystal for the Ray II from?? Cheers

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching I appreciate it. Regarding getting a crystal, I’m not sure, I’ve never done mods on my watches. The Random Rob channel might be a good place to look, he’s done a fair bit of watch mods.

    • @Likwidl
      @Likwidl 6 років тому

      In case you still haven't found it, long island watches have a modded version of the Orient with sapphire crystal on their website. /watch?v=JY1aDzWZrA8&t=261s

  • @andrewwilson9617
    @andrewwilson9617 7 років тому +1

    I have the Seiko SRP773 blue. It's a great looking reliable watch.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому +1

      That's a nice watch for sure. I recently reviewed it, and did another video comparing it to the SKX and Sumo. Check those out if you haven't.

  • @mishapravdov1732
    @mishapravdov1732 6 років тому +3

    Where can i find a new submariner for 7 000?

  • @lonewolf30531
    @lonewolf30531 7 років тому +2

    Also Aragon dive watches are a good bargain for under $200

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      Not familiar with them, I'll have to look them up, thanks for the suggestion.

    • @dulceoro2626
      @dulceoro2626 7 років тому

      TIMEFORFUN aragon is garbage, no offense have bought and returned one, get seiko

    • @lonewolf30531
      @lonewolf30531 7 років тому

      JustinB , I agree seiko is better but for under $200 it's all garbage. Keep in mind it's the quality at that specific price range.

  • @Gatkee
    @Gatkee 3 роки тому

    Invicta makes a good solid watch

  • @Tomatohater64
    @Tomatohater64 7 років тому +7

    Love the Invicta. That's my pick.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому +2

      I just hate the giant Invicta logo on the side of the case, but I was surprised to find it's quite decent as I said in my review of that watch.

    • @Tomatohater64
      @Tomatohater64 7 років тому +1

      JustBlueFish Watch Reviews Agreed. That colossal logo really cheapens the entire look of the watch, but other than that, not too shabby for 90 bucks.

  • @jknight012188
    @jknight012188 6 років тому +2

    I own an older Invicta Pro Diver and it is much closer. "Invicta" is not engraved on the side, the logo is not raised or at all represented on the crown. The logo is also absent on the second hand. Unfortunately it's pretty dinged up. Great watch though.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому

      Thanks for watching I appreciate it, enjoy that watch it sounds cool.

  • @scott5521
    @scott5521 6 років тому +2

    Closest look and best one is the cheapest..Tevise

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому

      Can’t say I’m familiar with the Tevise. I’ll have to look that up. Thanks for watching.

    • @julzmax956
      @julzmax956 6 років тому

      The Reginald submariner is a solid choice but it's quartz.

    • @scott5521
      @scott5521 6 років тому

      JustBlueFish Watch Reviews t801 is the model number, check that out and the brand Parnis submarine

  • @blkbird98ta
    @blkbird98ta 6 років тому +2

    Tisell diver the best homage sub. Myota movement , sapphire crystal , ar coating, ceramic bezel, 316 stainless . $230 bucks new .

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому

      I've heard great things about those Tisell watches, but haven't had the opportunity to review one.

    • @Ricktpt1
      @Ricktpt1 5 років тому +1

      @@JustBlueFish I just got mine and it is TERRIFIC. Anybody who says otherwise, is somebody trying to be a snob and playing to lose since THEIR overpriced alternative is also "not" a Subby, so therefore, IMO, the proverbial miss is as good as the proverbial mile.

    • @Ricktpt1
      @Ricktpt1 5 років тому +1

      They're TERRIFIC.

  • @waktosha7378
    @waktosha7378 7 років тому +5

    I would go Orient too! I have the Blue Mako 2. The only difference is the dial. The case and movement is the same. The biggest weakness for Orient is the weak crystals they have on them. The edge will chip very easy. In other words, their mineral crystals are complete crap!. That can be easily fixed with a saffire crystal install though!

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      Thanks for watching and the comments Robert. When I bought one, I had a difficult time choosing between the Mako and the Ray. I decided to go with the Ray because I liked the dial slightly better, but like you say, they're otherwise just as good as the other. I haven't had any crystals chip but like you say swapping it out for Sapphire in the future isn't a big deal.

    • @waktosha7378
      @waktosha7378 7 років тому

      JustBlueFish I like the lume better on the Ray, but I like the numerals better on the Mako. I think it is dresser. I wear it to church and other dressier occasions.

    • @mickfpmcolo5478
      @mickfpmcolo5478 7 років тому

      Robert Irvan I

    • @john-carlosynostroza
      @john-carlosynostroza 6 років тому

      JustBlueFish Watch Reviews I passed my Jeweler about replacing the sapphire and he said no problem but then said he could not guarantee it would be watertight. He doesn't pressure test. I just use it for the pool and shower. Do you think it would be okay?

  • @MarcraM82
    @MarcraM82 5 років тому

    i agree with you because the ray 2 isn't a watch id ever look at and think its a direct copy or even homage of the submariner. it's just a diver watch and lets be honest, all diver watches follow a similar style in some way. just like the original blancpain diver which invented that style we see so much of today.

  • @ats7485
    @ats7485 7 років тому +1

    I would add the Bulova Marine Star 98B203

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      Nice I've never seen that model. I've never actually checked out any Bulova watches at all. Are they decent?

    • @ats7485
      @ats7485 7 років тому +1

      Very. They are America's oldest watch company, creator of the world's most accurate quartz watch, and one of the only watches to have ever been on the moon. In my experience only one of two companies that regularly send their reps to the stores to ensure quality control, product knowledge, watch tools, and service to the sales people. Very decent watches.

  • @astonmartin4360
    @astonmartin4360 6 років тому +2

    If you can't afford a Rolex Submariner, do your own thing.A Rolex look alike just says,I want a Rolex but can't afford one.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому +1

      That's a fair point, but I'd say ultimately go with whatever makes you happy.

    • @gabzsy4924
      @gabzsy4924 6 років тому

      Or maybe it says: I value different things in life other than a fucking watch...i dunno like a car, a house or just having an overall higher quality life instead of a piece of metal in my arm that looks exactly like the one I bought for a fraction of the price.

    • @Ferien7
      @Ferien7 6 років тому +1

      Aston Martin only watch people will think that as most people couldn't tell a Rolex from a fashion watch

    • @Ricktpt1
      @Ricktpt1 5 років тому

      There's virtue in not putting so much of your liquid assets on your arm that someone will chop your arm off with a machete (and take the entire arm, watch and all) in order to feed their opiod habit or their family. I can afford a Submariner. I just won't own one. I feel the same way about Diamonds being hoarded by the Mack dump truckload just to shore up their value. It's not "supply and demand" it's FAKE Supply and demand I won't feed that Cancer on all of us. It might well be an "Object D'Art". But that doesn't mean people who choose not to afford one are somehow "inferior". Goes for ill-designed, maintenance-needy British Sports Cars as well.

    • @thulegezelschap5884
      @thulegezelschap5884 3 роки тому

      I don’t understand why more people do not feel this way. If you do this with cars (paint a Fiat Ferrari red and slapping a logo that is almost the same on it) people will laugh at you for being a poser.
      I am not talking about the black bezel dive look ofc. But those almost litteral copies just scream wannabe to me.
      Just spend your money on a good watch that standa on it’s own

  • @ianmarshall3633
    @ianmarshall3633 3 роки тому +1

    With all due respect these are not Rolex alternatives. Alternative implies a choice of watch in the same category with same specifications and looks but not necessarily price. None of these are an alternative to a Submariner. Even though I have two in my collection, the invicta is the is the only watch that looks like a Submariner because it is an homage not an alternative choice. The others are dive style watches with various depth ratings. I'm probably just being picky.

  • @figureJapan
    @figureJapan 6 років тому +2

    I bought this Seiko watch at 150USD.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching I appreciate it.

  • @bufalo9845
    @bufalo9845 6 років тому +1

    Amazing video

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  6 років тому

      Thanks for watching. I appreciate it.

  • @Pastmaster-15
    @Pastmaster-15 7 років тому +1

    Check out the pulsar pxh 227

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      There's a couple Pulsar watches I intend on checking out soon.

  • @waytoomany9997
    @waytoomany9997 5 років тому +1

    Go Seiko 5 or Orient, which is also owned by Seiko, Invicta is the worst quality out of the 5 watches here. They are 70$ brand new for a reason.

    • @danny5967
      @danny5967 3 роки тому +1

      @@Ferien7 ……I don't agree. Never see a flaw in Invicta. Affordability shouldn't be taken for granted.

  • @MrBacchus18
    @MrBacchus18 7 років тому +2

    Maybe the Phoibos though I've never had one yet.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому

      I’ve never seen a Phoibos either.

    • @njamajones4121
      @njamajones4121 6 років тому

      MrBacchus18 I just purchased a Phoibos and so far I'm very happy with it. I love that it's so strap friendly and very well built for it's price.

  • @amoledzeppelin
    @amoledzeppelin Рік тому

    Interesting how folks get mad at the side-engraving on Invicta but no one minds the stupid "ROLEXROLEXROLEXRO..." engraving on the inside around the dial of the submariner.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  Рік тому

      Is it interesting? Because it seems pretty obvious why to me. One of these things is a huge, tacky, eyesore on the side of the watch case you can't not see. The other is a tiny detail that requires 20/20 or better vision to even notice and at an arms length away you can't see it at all. But yeah I guess if you are just looking for hyperbolic comparisons, this makes sense.

  • @mike-uw6wt
    @mike-uw6wt 7 років тому +11

    I would skip all 5 and get the Seiko SKX 007.

    • @JustBlueFish
      @JustBlueFish  7 років тому +5

      I prefer the SKX007 too, but generally it's not under $200 and I think it's so uniquely different than a Submariner that it's not really fair to put it on this list. Most people when looking for a cheap alternative to a Submariner are looking for something aesthetically similar, which most of these watches are. The SKX stands on it's own as a design.

    • @mike-uw6wt
      @mike-uw6wt 7 років тому +1

      Good points. The SKX has its own style apart from the sub.

    • @itsallrobbish
      @itsallrobbish 7 років тому

      JustBlueFish Skywatches.com will always sell the SKX007 for under $200, I reckon.

    • @idontfuckwithyou5508
      @idontfuckwithyou5508 6 років тому

      JustBlueFish Watch Reviews I

    • @idontfuckwithyou5508
      @idontfuckwithyou5508 6 років тому

      robert bishop wrong person

  • @DustyPearl-13
    @DustyPearl-13 6 років тому +1

    Seiko SKX023J is the closest!

  • @panosvrionis8548
    @panosvrionis8548 3 роки тому

    Adult people over 23 they shouldn't allow by law to wear Casio 🤬🤬🤬
    You have to decide alcohol or Casio 😂😂😂
    Btw if while you are drunk and brake the Invicta or citizen its not a big deal!!! buy another 😋😋
    You broke it but with style 😍😍😍
    With Casio you will never be drunk because nerds don't drink..

  • @mrki412
    @mrki412 4 роки тому

    Invicta doesn't have the sould, it's simple C/P, wouldn't buy it if it is last watch on earth.

  • @7788tuan
    @7788tuan 7 років тому +1

    Have you already heard a person who got their larynx removed because of cancer? There is no voice.
    At the end of a sentence you sound like that.