Exactlyy me too i like my invicta, and i wouldn’t go proud outside with a fake rolex. I would feel guilty and not genuine... like im lying too everyone here
Invicta diver is a blatant rip off of Rolex sub . It's designed to look like a Rolex from a distance . So please dont try to tell me it's any worse than the fake
I own a genuine Rolex Sub and an Invicta pro. Both great watches and I know which one I take to the beach or go on holiday with. my trusty Pro diver 7 years and counting and still +5 per day .
Yeah, problem with Rolex is that the prices these days are so high that not many people can afford to treat is as a diver or a beach watch... So I completely understand people who buy Parnis or Invicta watch and just are happy with it.
i find it ironic that the sub which was built with the purpose of marine activity in mind does not get to do that but instead the invicta homage gets all the action. i understand the logic but still find it ironic...
@@dude...are-you-sure Aren’t our marines equipped with $15,000 worth of equipment? Military makes it more expensive; unless it’s surplus ie ww2/Vietnam equipment
@@russellramos3626 Yes quartz Invicta's in this series use PC32 movement by Miyota, but older 8926 auto Invicta's used a Miyota 8215 before they switched to the NH35. 8215 is non-hacking, NH35 hacks.
I have worn an Invicta Pro Diver for six years. It is the only watch I wear day after day after day. It still shows almost no wear beyond the expected patina. I set it to Cupertino time once or twice a month and it usually is within thirty seconds of accuracy. It is the best watch I have ever owned and I've had dozens over the years.
Cupertino time? Does Cupertino have it's own time zone or is that Pacific Time? BTW I agree with you the pro-diver is a real work horse and value for money proposition.
I have a Pro Diver that I keep in one of my watch winders that has an orange bezel ( I don't like the black bezel! ) and when I take it out of the winder, I rarely have to reset the time! I also have 4 of the automatic 47 mm Grand Divers...my preferred size, as I have a 23 cm wrist. ( I am the size of an NFL Lineman. So a smaller watch looks kind of weird on my larger wrist. ) I can wear up to a 54 mm watch...but I don't wear them as often as I do my Grand Divers.
@@robc8468 He's identifying as an Apple ecosystem user. Since not even fresh hires are that fanatic anymore. That went away with the Jobs era. Tim Cook guys are more mercenary and less cultist. Or he really does live in Cupertino and tries to befriend the workers for insider info. Before the flying saucer campus, weirdos used to hang around the BJ's brewery that was right on Infinite Loop Campus. Right by Mariani and the I280 exit. There were lots of guys like that buying drinks for the workers on Friday. I'm not sure if the sandwich shop is still nearby, but fanatics used to buy lunch for workers there too. Trying to be buddy buddy and get a job. Yet these many of those guys didn't have a related work background or degree even if they landed the interviews. Those guys even though the different colored apples on the work badges had secret code. Like that caste system used at Intel. Some people used to joke with them, saying the colors coordinated with their division. When in fact they were randomly assigned been you took your work photo.
i have 2 Pro Divers and a Rolly Sub 2 tone. The Rolex sits in my safe 364 days a year and my Invictas get worn every day... when you drop or smash your Pro Diver you laugh =) It's a good day!
Hell no I wouldn’t laugh if I smashed my invicta lol I’d be pissed because I know I’d be spending $75.00 that very minute to replace the one I just smashed lol
I think that if Invicta included solid end links, sapphire glass and a ceramic bezel, sales would go through the roof. It wouldn't hurt to get rid of the over branding stamped into the side of the case, as well.
Well it is Invicta's method of clearly indicating that it is 'not' a replica - even though it basically copies the Submariner more than it pays homage's to it.. but I agree that the dial would be enough branding. I have an Invicta Master of the Sea Pro Diver "ladies" watch (38241) because no other brand I could find makes a 36mm diver and it was way on sale. I have 7.25" wrist but still don't like the way most 38-40mm wear. There are a couple, but more than I want to spend on a watch. Upgraded it with a ceramic insert and thick silicone band with curved ends so it merges with the case. Looks great with its black bezel ring and band - and it looks different. The Seiko movement is doing great so far, less than 1min/month, so satisfied for the time being.
If invicta found a way to shrink alot of their watches they sold from 2015 - 2020, they might get a better following from the higher end watch enthusiasts.
@@heavyhauler426 Well they don't have to 'find' a way... just stop buying 'off the shelf' cases and put in an order for something smaller.. Unfortunately its all about the $$, but thats why they are so inexpensive. I would love to see them revive the 38mm diver and make the 36mm diver with a thinner bezel and larger dial. Also some datejust-esq 36/37/38mm models.
They could do a lot for their image if they dropped everything over 43mm and focused on serious watches - but they do sell like 1mil watches a year, so they are playing to their audience I guess.
I have bought my grandson 16 Invicta watches thus far. He was fascinated by Invicta watches and turned me on to them. He's 17 now and loves his watch collection. Apx half are pro divers and he wears them in the water and rain and has had no problems with any of them. Thankyou Invicta. Keep those stylish watches coming.
So true...nobody gives a fuck what watch you wear. I feel sorry for the poor Bastard that wears a gold rolex everyday under his suit cuff. Nobody sees it. Nobody cares. Just buy a 15$ Casio. They are better watches than rolex anyways
Jerk Ass er no 😂 a Casio is never and never will be a better watch than a seiko never mind a Rolex you dope! And a watch isn’t for other people, it’s for YOU! enjoy wearing your watch, doesn’t matter if other people see it or not... that’s not what it’s about
@@stewdapples267 objectively a Casio is better at keeping time than a Rolex, so thus it is better at being a watch. Having a fancy movement doesn't make it better at being a watch.
Fabianwew that’s your opinion, it may be more accurate, but that’s not all you look for in a watch. If you’re being that daft to point out the blatantly obvious fact that a digital watch is more accurate than a mechanical watch, then yes, the casio(which I have three of!) is a far better watch than a Patek Phillipe. But in reality, it isn’t 🙄
Perfect example, I wasn't into watches a year ago when I watched the TV series 'Louie'. Now watching it again a few weeks ago I noticed straight away he was wearing a Submariner and couldn't stop noticing it. I'm not a snob but definitely an enthusiast, it's simply allowed watches to enter my reality tunnel more prominently.
Unless you run into someone who walks around with a magnifying glass or macro camera being “called out” isn’t something that’s actually going to happen. Just look at the super fake videos, there’s plenty of them
@Armando Sturzenegger While I do not condone purchasing replicas, for obvious ethical reasons, the higher end ones are rather impressive. If you know where to find them they do indeed have the Swiss 28xx movements inside them, 904L steel, sapphire crystal, quality bracelets etc. For the price you pay 400-500 its actually a reasonable choice spec wise. QC is arguably well regulated as well with quite a structured social environment (Many dedicated forums) as well. It's easy to see where people are coming from when they want a replica of that status. It will never be a gen but some people will simply never be able to afford the gen of their dreams or be able to financially justify that purchase. So, removing all bias, it is hardly junk and astronomically better than most budget watches, from a pure spec perspective.
Armando Sturzenegger I have a replica and it’s a beast! Beautiful finishes and works awesome. I think I’ll get a real one eventually but this thing is like he said far from junk. It’s way better then these in this video.
No they are not junk I used to sell and buy super clones... Yea fake but junk no. 750 usd they would cost and let's remember that I sold a few to people who traded or sold them as real lol a fool and his money are easily parted. So if a watch enthusiast will fall for the nasty con the guy done who else would. I mean papers and box extra 100 but then u have a clone grade better than this crap. But I like invicta shit I even like tevise
@@partofthegame2691 i think the company that makes Tevise and parnis and all those china branded companies can easily make a knock off with decent quality. and who knows, maybe they make knockoffs in their basement?
I'll look at it like this if you want a Rolex buy a Rolex if you're like me and can't afford a Rolex because you're a blue collar worker just remember owning a Rolex isn't a flex if you use it to tell when your lunch break is over and anybody who would spend like a half a year's salary on a wrist watch versus half a day salary is stupid I've had cheap Casio watches from Walmart last 20 years
You're 100% correct. I've owned them and I don't think that they serve any purpose other than to look like you spent a lot of money. I'm so over that part of my life.
Here's the problem with the thoughts on replicas, the design patent for the sub mariner is long over, So there's nothing illegal or unethical about making sub mariner style cases in bracelets in factories overseas. They do all that legally and use them for all kinds of homage watches... The dial, crown, and clasp are really the only difference between the homage companys that use those same cases and bracelets. Plus the homage companies use a seiko movement usually. Anyways, point is, its not a waste of money. its a nice stainless steel case and bracelet that you can swap many dials and movements into and modify to your hearts content. Its just steel, at the end of the day.
I have a Pro Diver, one of the first watches I bought. I thought it was amazing at the time. It's very accurate because the NH35 in it appears to be from Japan. As my collection grew I realized there are many better homages out there but they generally cost far more. The Pro Diver is a great inexpensive automatic starter dive watch.
I Love the Invicta. Invicta is really amazing quality for the price.Aragon and Invicta are my Dream Seiko's. So much more quality for the price.. Great Video and thanks for sharing.
And the 5 year all inclusive invicta coverage means you can get a new watch if anything happens to your watch or if you want to trade up you get the amount you paid for it and trade up.
I have a pro Diver had mine for ten years at least you can send them back and get them serviced I deal with in vinvicta in Holland always had great service from them great video!!!
I got an invicta pro diver automatic yesterday for $69 from Amazon. I'm not a super fan of invicta as I do think they over badge and over polish their watches but $69 for and NH35 in durable, functional not super ugly case is a great deal
Hi there. Thank you so much for your video. I just bought an Invicta watch for $80 too. Is it really a must that you have to service them every year? I think the service cost would be as expensive as the watch itself. Thank you for your advise.
Ok, to be honest I'm VERY new to the watch world, my collection is still very small and very low budget (I'm a university student, so shelling out even hundreds, let alone thousands, for any watch is a bit out of my price range), but that said, I don't understand the hate for the Invicta PD. It was the second watch I bought when I started getting into this hobby, and it's still one of my favorites, gets plenty of compliments, and does everything I could ask for something at that price range. For a dependable, valuable Seiko movement, a look that classy, and a feel as good as it has, the Invicta is great, if you're not a real high-end "snob." It's honestly pretty much the perfect watch for a guy like me who would love to have those high end pieces, but just can't afford them, and the fact that so many begrudge that is just sad.
There is very little hate for the pro diver. Even the watch snobs like them, for the most part. There, however, is alot of hate for Invicta, in general. For many valid reasons
If you're a student then shelling out hundreds even thousands for a watch would be more than just a bit out of your price range. I have some Invictas including the one in the video but i still prefer to wear my collection of Orients over these and some of my Seikos.
@@kanifuker721 I love the orient. Have the Perpetual calendar and the Bambino. Thinking about the Invicta to see if I enjoy the prodiver look for a few months, then give to son and go to the Invicta 9937 or the Orient RA-ACOK. There's just something about the orient that draws me back.
My Invicta pro diver is 15 years old he still keeps great time with its Miyota 8215 movement. It’s still water tight for swimming and still looks good despite some scratches. Great value for a knock about Homage
I have 2 Invicta Pro Divers. I have the Stainless Steel Meteorite Dial with an Automatic ETA-2824 with Diamonds on the Bezel and a Gun Metal Meteorite Dial with a Quartz Movement. Inherited both from my Dad. I love them both!
A really quick mod you can do on your pro diver is taking a scotch-brite pad or the scouring side of a sponge and just stroke the bracelet for a couple minutes going from the end link to the clasp in single strokes and give it a brushed finish much like the real sub
I've recently got into watch collecting and obviously loveeee the look of the OG Submariner - Bluesy omg beautiful but alas I cannot afford £12000 so the Pro Diver 8928OB is what I have gone for, it arrives in a few days, this will be the first watch I own with a waterproof crown, I need to screw it all the way tight clockwise but do I then test if it works? I'll be so scared to ruin it on the first day
First rule in watch game: never ever buy a replica! I'd go for Invicta not only because I hace one but it has a seiko movement which is very reliable. I dont care what the haters say because at the end of the day it tells you the same time. Whats more cool is that with my invicta i know that i hace a reliable watch and not a replica and i know that i can buy a rolex but im just not willing to spend bs amount on that! I got a watch and i still have a lot of cash. Someobe might be wearing a rollie but doesnt have cash...
At $159 my Replica Hulk is pretty damn good. A genuine Hulk owner told me that my Replica has no right bing that good. Im happy with it until I get a genuine.
I don't know why everyone complains about the etching on the side of the Invicta. It's extremely well-done, and it's something Blanc Pain had on their dive watch--which came out a year before the Submariner.
@@violinmke Having wanted a Subby since I was a kid, I finally decided a couple years ago it was never gonna happen. I looked around, and was amazed by the Pro Diver. Yes, the Rolex is a more quality timepiece, but is it better by $9,920.00?? I actually now prefer the looks of the Invicta to the Rolex, and it keeps just as good time.
I know my reply is long after the production of this video, but I have just bought a submariner homage, which is excellent. It is the new 40mm all-black Pagani Design. It has a steel case and bracelet, with etched ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal and genuinely 2.5 magnification on the cyclops. Seiko NH35a movement. It's not over-branded like the Invicta pro-diver. The bracelet is oyster-style and has polished centre links, solid end links, screw pins and a diver's extension. It cost me £65. WR 100m but good for general swimming and snorkelling. Excellent 60 clicks unidirectional bezel. No QC issues whatsoever. Bombproof. I can't afford a Rolex Sub but love the classic design, so over the moon with this homage.
Great video. I have several of the invicta rolex homages. Make great daily beaters. Keep to rolex in the safe at home. I have a few replica rolexes. At this point a real rolex is kinda pointless outside of aspiration or collection.
I rather be seen wearing invicta prodiver instead to be pretentious and ostentatious fake Rolex. There is nothing wrong wearing a homage watch, but wearing a fake ones, that is wrong.
Put the replica Rolex dial and hands in the Invicta watch. We used to live in Taiwan and you could buy replica Rolex watches super cheap but they kept time terribly.
My Invicta Pro Diver came in this week. I’m loving it! I feel like my need for a Rolex Submariner has been met. Right now, I don’t see me buying a Rolex. I’m so happy!
I’ll get the invicta 😂 I’m nowhere near the financial status to just buy a Rolex...I could get a car or pay for a nice vacation. But if I win the lottery, the. All bets are off and I’m getting the date just 😆
Nice comparison / review. Not a fan of replicas. I prefer homage watches for instances like this. I really enjoyed my Invicta Pro Divers. At one point I had 10 or 11; all with different color dials and bracelet color combinations. They all had the Seiko NH35a movement which are great movements. I gave a number of these Pro Divers to family as gifts. What a lot of people don't know is that Invicta also made a Pro Diver line (40mm case also) homage to the Submariner also. If you are willing to pay an additional $200-$275 for the 9937ob, these are some of the upgrades: 1) Sellita SW200 automatic movement. 2) Upgraded Flame Fusion crystal. 3) Upgraded bracelet with solid end links and scissor clasp. NOTE: Invicta was smart in the making of the bracelet. The bracelets on the Swiss movement models are NOT interchangeable with the budget Pro Divers. The spring bar holes positioned different. These models are worth the extra $$ as I own two and love them. The two-tone with the blue dial is my favorite (9938ob).
Just re-read my original post from 2 years ago. The 2nd paragraph should have began: What a lot of people don't know is that Invicta made a Swiss Movement Pro Diver line...
I have the Invitation sub marina anhve had for 7 going 8 years it works perfect band is a little stretched but removed a link and problem solved but holds good time has never failed and have just ordered another just my 2 BITS GOOD WATCH 😊
If you’re a Rolex fan, you should buy a original one. If only like the look but also likes good watches, then get an Invicta. I’m the second one, waiting for it. As a mtb rider I was always an Oakley fan boy, and to save money I bought a replica, and years later can afford original ones and it’s a totally different. Never return to replica ones, just not worth it.
Barely anything was said about either movement. One is a fake Submariner from China, but with a Seagull movement, it could be as good or better than the NH35. Dude, take the back off and see what powers the evil little beast. This was not a superlative comparison.
I GOT MY INVICTA PRO DIVER 8926OB WITH THE SEIKO NH35A MOVEMENT ABOUT 8 YEARS AGO & I LOVE IT. NEVER BEEN SERVICED & RUNS PERFECT(+/- 2SPD) A DECENT IMMITATION ROLEX WOULD COST YOU AT LEAST $500 & SOME ARE $1500-$2000 BUT YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT YOU ARE GETTING & WOULD MOST LIKELY BE RUINED THE 1st TIME YOU TOOK IN THE WATER.
The way I feel about it is why not? I have a high quality Breitling replica which I have all the specs on and also the timing data from the meter they use and it's dead on as far as timing. Yes it usually loses a few seconds every other day but show me an automatic that doesn't. To me the overpriced originals are basically just a status symbol and yeah, you can sell them for a lot more money even when used. Anyone, unless you're a pro, would be hard pressed to point out the differences between this one and the real thing, it's an almost $500.00 replica complete with sapphire crystal. One of the differences is that if I accidentally scratch or bang it on something or drop it I don't have to have a heart attack or a stroke because of it! 🤣. Not that I want that to happen, I really like this watch, I'm very careful with it. You could say that I get more enjoyment and pride out of this watch than an original solely because of how damn good of a job they can do these days of making one.
Just got an Invicta Automatic Professional and, all I can say, for the price it's a fantastic timepiece! Great finish and, without pretending to be a Rolex, it gives me the same satisfaction wearing it. And, I can tell people that ask if this is a Rolex, "..no, it's an Invicta..", a brand on it's own right. 😉
I had a replica Rolex and Invicta both almost identical to what you display here. But good luck getting work done on the replica when something went wrong.
I've been looking at the Invicta for a few weeks. Watched more than a few videos on it. I have an older Seiko with the date and day but the similar movement to the automatic version. Fantastic watch. I like your explanation of a homage vs. a replica. I just ordered the Invicta. Great video. Thanks.
Theres some insider information suggesting that Swissarex has access to the Rolex database and uses the same codes on their watches as the original ones. Because of this, its nearly impossible to distinguish them as fakes.
I bought an Invicta Pro Diver automatic watch bc I didn't want to wear my Submariner at the beach. Great watch; I love it. Since it's different colours from my Sub, I also wear it many times, not only while I go swimming.
I'd like to see more Loreo vs Invicta comparisons. I have the Loreo and find it hard to wear anything else going out the door. I do see myself buying a Rolex, and I totally could, but I'd see it as an investment more than a showpiece for my wrist.
Have been wearing an old pro diver for over 15 years, ETA movement. Best watch I've ever owned. Back in the '80s I had a submariner, kept the worse time and the plastic domed crystal scratched so easy. Sold it, $$$$, found the invicta, $$..9937 model pro diver
I like the pro divers on the in Victor Watches. I love their watches. I have over 100 of their watches. I’m very happy. Everybody gave me compliments everywhere I go. They just love them and I didn’t spend probably one Rolex cost.
So with one watch you are getting a watch that copies a rolex and with the invicta you are getting a watch that is what people may call a homage but is what it says it is . So the invicta is a genuine invicta
I read a comment from someone mentioning that when a replica factory has a waiting list, its a sign that their products are superior to the originals. In this case, Swissarex is that factory.
The "inner track" as you called it is known as the Rehaut. Rolex started engraving those in 2004 so this submariner was probably copied off an older piece.
I own five replica watches and have had absolutely NO ISSUES with any of them. I don’t get the freak out about replicas. Not everyone can afford the real thing and some of us actually want a watch that says Rolex or other brands on it. I don’t care that others dislike replicas, they don’t have to wear them. I wear my replica Rolex Datejust nearly every day. I’ve swam in it, wore it in the shower and it keeps on ticking. If I could afford thousands for a watch, I would buy one, but that will never happen with my lifestyle. So I’ll keep buying and thoroughly enjoying my beautiful replica watches. Btw, I have no problem telling people I’m wearing a replica and why I am. If people want to believe in their own without asking if it’s real, that’s on them. Either way, I’ve never been ashamed of wearing replicas and will until my dying day. I have other watches that are original brands and I love them too, but my replicas are my babies. I’ll never understand the hate for replicas. I’m not trying to fool anyone. I just want the watch to look as real as possible and I’m happy to explain that my watches are replicas. It’s never been an issue. Everyone who knows me, knows how REAL of a person I am...I’m happy to explain why I wear replicas to anyone who asks...
Rolex it's a very tacky name for a brand, comical almost. If it didn't say Rolex and it was a real Rolex you wouldn't want it. Stop telling yourself lies. You're not as real as you think
I wish you could see the movement on the fake Rolex. I think that might tell the tale. Personally, I would have not known enough to know the fake from the real deal....except...if they sold it for less than a hundred bucks, I would know by that alone. I have an Invicta, and it is a great watch that is not trying to fool people. The Seiko movement alone is worth the cost of the watch.
I'm proud of wearing Invictas because don't pretend to be a Rolex
Very good Seiko NH35 movement accurate and robust to last long.
However it is exactly what it does. It is shaped and colored like a rolex, only thing that changes is the quality and some minor details.
Exactlyy me too i like my invicta, and i wouldn’t go proud outside with a fake rolex. I would feel guilty and not genuine... like im lying too everyone here
Invicta is a fake rolex with a different brand name. It's even lower quality than those that use the rolex brand
Invicta diver is a blatant rip off of Rolex sub . It's designed to look like a Rolex from a distance . So please dont try to tell me it's any worse than the fake
I own a genuine Rolex Sub and an Invicta pro. Both great watches and I know which one I take to the beach or go on holiday with. my trusty Pro diver 7 years and counting and still +5 per day .
Yeah, problem with Rolex is that the prices these days are so high that not many people can afford to treat is as a diver or a beach watch... So I completely understand people who buy Parnis or Invicta watch and just are happy with it.
i find it ironic that the sub which was built with the purpose of marine activity in mind does not get to do that but instead the invicta homage gets all the action. i understand the logic but still find it ironic...
Indeed. Agree and my Invicta has the same accuracy as my Sub + 5 a day...perfect!
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@@dude...are-you-sure Aren’t our marines equipped with $15,000 worth of equipment? Military makes it more expensive; unless it’s surplus ie ww2/Vietnam equipment
One thing you never discussed is the the movement of the Invicta, which is made by Seiko, a very dependable one
Not all of them. Some of the Invictas has a Miyota movements.
I have an older Pro Diver that uses a Miyota automatic. It doesn't hack and uses a unidirectional rotor. But it is bullet proof.
@@russellramos3626 Some are swiss. My 9937 is swiss.
The automatic version is the NH35a movement.
@@russellramos3626 Yes quartz Invicta's in this series use PC32 movement by Miyota, but older 8926 auto Invicta's used a Miyota 8215 before they switched to the NH35. 8215 is non-hacking, NH35 hacks.
I have worn an Invicta Pro Diver for six years. It is the only watch I wear day after day after day. It still shows almost no wear beyond the expected patina. I set it to Cupertino time once or twice a month and it usually is within thirty seconds of accuracy. It is the best watch I have ever owned and I've had dozens over the years.
Cupertino time? Does Cupertino have it's own time zone or is that Pacific Time? BTW I agree with you the pro-diver is a real work horse and value for money proposition.
I have a Pro Diver that I keep in one of my watch winders that has an orange bezel ( I don't like the black bezel! ) and when I take it out of the winder, I rarely have to reset the time! I also have 4 of the automatic 47 mm Grand Divers...my preferred size, as I have a 23 cm wrist. ( I am the size of an NFL Lineman. So a smaller watch looks kind of weird on my larger wrist. ) I can wear up to a 54 mm watch...but I don't wear them as often as I do my Grand Divers.
@@robc8468 He's identifying as an Apple ecosystem user. Since not even fresh hires are that fanatic anymore. That went away with the Jobs era. Tim Cook guys are more mercenary and less cultist. Or he really does live in Cupertino and tries to befriend the workers for insider info. Before the flying saucer campus, weirdos used to hang around the BJ's brewery that was right on Infinite Loop Campus. Right by Mariani and the I280 exit. There were lots of guys like that buying drinks for the workers on Friday. I'm not sure if the sandwich shop is still nearby, but fanatics used to buy lunch for workers there too. Trying to be buddy buddy and get a job. Yet these many of those guys didn't have a related work background or degree even if they landed the interviews. Those guys even though the different colored apples on the work badges had secret code. Like that caste system used at Intel. Some people used to joke with them, saying the colors coordinated with their division. When in fact they were randomly assigned been you took your work photo.
I prefer an INVICTA watch 100,000 times, than a replica of any brand
Me too!!!
i have 2 Pro Divers and a Rolly Sub 2 tone. The Rolex sits in my safe 364 days a year and my Invictas get worn every day... when you drop or smash your Pro Diver you laugh =) It's a good day!
Same here buddy minus the safe rolex lol
Hell no I wouldn’t laugh if I smashed my invicta lol I’d be pissed because I know I’d be spending $75.00 that very minute to replace the one I just smashed lol
I think that if Invicta included solid end links, sapphire glass and a ceramic bezel, sales would go through the roof. It wouldn't hurt to get rid of the over branding stamped into the side of the case, as well.
Well it is Invicta's method of clearly indicating that it is 'not' a replica - even though it basically copies the Submariner more than it pays homage's to it.. but I agree that the dial would be enough branding. I have an Invicta Master of the Sea Pro Diver "ladies" watch (38241) because no other brand I could find makes a 36mm diver and it was way on sale. I have 7.25" wrist but still don't like the way most 38-40mm wear. There are a couple, but more than I want to spend on a watch. Upgraded it with a ceramic insert and thick silicone band with curved ends so it merges with the case. Looks great with its black bezel ring and band - and it looks different. The Seiko movement is doing great so far, less than 1min/month, so satisfied for the time being.
If invicta found a way to shrink alot of their watches they sold from 2015 - 2020, they might get a better following from the higher end watch enthusiasts.
@@heavyhauler426 Well they don't have to 'find' a way... just stop buying 'off the shelf' cases and put in an order for something smaller.. Unfortunately its all about the $$, but thats why they are so inexpensive. I would love to see them revive the 38mm diver and make the 36mm diver with a thinner bezel and larger dial. Also some datejust-esq 36/37/38mm models.
They could do a lot for their image if they dropped everything over 43mm and focused on serious watches - but they do sell like 1mil watches a year, so they are playing to their audience I guess.
@@scott1152 I think you misunderstood me. I'm saying keep the designs they have, just make them smaller...
I have bought my grandson 16 Invicta watches thus far. He was fascinated by Invicta watches and turned me on to them. He's 17 now and loves his watch collection. Apx half are pro divers and he wears them in the water and rain and has had no problems with any of them. Thankyou Invicta. Keep those stylish watches coming.
Most people would not know a Rolex from a Parnis from a Replica. In fact, most people hardly notice your watch at all. Just watch snobs etc.
So true...nobody gives a fuck what watch you wear. I feel sorry for the poor Bastard that wears a gold rolex everyday under his suit cuff. Nobody sees it. Nobody cares. Just buy a 15$ Casio. They are better watches than rolex anyways
Jerk Ass er no 😂 a Casio is never and never will be a better watch than a seiko never mind a Rolex you dope! And a watch isn’t for other people, it’s for YOU! enjoy wearing your watch, doesn’t matter if other people see it or not... that’s not what it’s about
@@stewdapples267 objectively a Casio is better at keeping time than a Rolex, so thus it is better at being a watch. Having a fancy movement doesn't make it better at being a watch.
Fabianwew that’s your opinion, it may be more accurate, but that’s not all you look for in a watch. If you’re being that daft to point out the blatantly obvious fact that a digital watch is more accurate than a mechanical watch, then yes, the casio(which I have three of!) is a far better watch than a Patek Phillipe. But in reality, it isn’t 🙄
Perfect example, I wasn't into watches a year ago when I watched the TV series 'Louie'. Now watching it again a few weeks ago I noticed straight away he was wearing a Submariner and couldn't stop noticing it. I'm not a snob but definitely an enthusiast, it's simply allowed watches to enter my reality tunnel more prominently.
the way this man bought a replica just to make a video, respect
I like the badging on the Invicta. Better to advertise that you're not wearing a Rolex than to be called out for a fake one.
I've gotten to the point where I prefer the looks of the Invicta over the Rolex that cost a thousand times more.
Unless you run into someone who walks around with a magnifying glass or macro camera being “called out” isn’t something that’s actually going to happen. Just look at the super fake videos, there’s plenty of them
@@TheRealDrJoey what makes the invicta so cool is that it is also actually a heritage watch, the company goes way back. And its big bang for fbe buck.
@@urbnctrl Been around since long before Rolex, for one example!
I agree with everyone else in this comment thread, and I'll add that I enjoy the idea of contributing to the dilution of the Rolex brand. lol
A top end replica submariner will fool just about anyone. Swiss movement 904 steel etc. Yes it’s a replica but hardly junk.
@Armando Sturzenegger While I do not condone purchasing replicas, for obvious ethical reasons, the higher end ones are rather impressive. If you know where to find them they do indeed have the Swiss 28xx movements inside them, 904L steel, sapphire crystal, quality bracelets etc. For the price you pay 400-500 its actually a reasonable choice spec wise. QC is arguably well regulated as well with quite a structured social environment (Many dedicated forums) as well. It's easy to see where people are coming from when they want a replica of that status. It will never be a gen but some people will simply never be able to afford the gen of their dreams or be able to financially justify that purchase. So, removing all bias, it is hardly junk and astronomically better than most budget watches, from a pure spec perspective.
Armando Sturzenegger I have a replica and it’s a beast! Beautiful finishes and works awesome. I think I’ll get a real one eventually but this thing is like he said far from junk. It’s way better then these in this video.
I learnt long ago not to give a fuck what ppl think! Complainers are offen little whinny bitches.
No they are not junk I used to sell and buy super clones... Yea fake but junk no. 750 usd they would cost and let's remember that I sold a few to people who traded or sold them as real lol a fool and his money are easily parted. So if a watch enthusiast will fall for the nasty con the guy done who else would. I mean papers and box extra 100 but then u have a clone grade better than this crap. But I like invicta shit I even like tevise
@@partofthegame2691 i think the company that makes Tevise and parnis and all those china branded companies can easily make a knock off with decent quality. and who knows, maybe they make knockoffs in their basement?
At least you won't have your hand cut off for an Invicta watch !
I liked my Invicta 8926 and its NH36 movement so much that I started to look favorably on Seiko products.
Nh35
@@edwardfaris8516 oops, yes NH35 LOL !
I love my Invicta Submariner - can't recommend them enough. Had mine for nearly 10 years now and wear it every day. Still looks almost brand new.
How much did you pay for it
I'll look at it like this if you want a Rolex buy a Rolex if you're like me and can't afford a Rolex because you're a blue collar worker just remember owning a Rolex isn't a flex if you use it to tell when your lunch break is over and anybody who would spend like a half a year's salary on a wrist watch versus half a day salary is stupid I've had cheap Casio watches from Walmart last 20 years
You're 100% correct. I've owned them and I don't think that they serve any purpose other than to look like you spent a lot of money. I'm so over that part of my life.
Here's the problem with the thoughts on replicas, the design patent for the sub mariner is long over, So there's nothing illegal or unethical about making sub mariner style cases in bracelets in factories overseas. They do all that legally and use them for all kinds of homage watches... The dial, crown, and clasp are really the only difference between the homage companys that use those same cases and bracelets. Plus the homage companies use a seiko movement usually. Anyways, point is, its not a waste of money. its a nice stainless steel case and bracelet that you can swap many dials and movements into and modify to your hearts content. Its just steel, at the end of the day.
My $64 (amazon) invicta pro diver 8926ob is a great watch, and definitely not over priced.
I have a Pro Diver, one of the first watches I bought. I thought it was amazing at the time. It's very accurate because the NH35 in it appears to be from Japan. As my collection grew I realized there are many better homages out there but they generally cost far more. The Pro Diver is a great inexpensive automatic starter dive watch.
Which homages are better?
Pagani Design
The comparison no one asked for, yet drew views through sheer curiosity. Almost like the review we deserved as broke watch snobs.
I Love the Invicta. Invicta is really amazing quality for the price.Aragon and Invicta are my Dream Seiko's. So much more quality for the price.. Great Video and thanks for sharing.
And the 5 year all inclusive invicta coverage means you can get a new watch if anything happens to your watch or if you want to trade up you get the amount you paid for it and trade up.
Preffer for everything buy a original watches like a invicta and no some replica’s, and more for the automatic movement by seiko
I own two invicta pro divers ..... they are incredible value . You could kick it around the garden for an hour and it still keeps great time .
That's Invicta!!!
I have a pro Diver had mine for ten years at least you can send them back and get them serviced I deal with in vinvicta in Holland always had great service from them great video!!!
What is the "new" pro diver? I haven't seen that. Any answers is appreciated.
I got an invicta pro diver automatic yesterday for $69 from Amazon. I'm not a super fan of invicta as I do think they over badge and over polish their watches but $69 for and NH35 in durable, functional not super ugly case is a great deal
Excellent watch !! The Invicta gives you the look and feel of a Rolex on your wrist, without the price !!
I have an Invicta Pro Diver model 9937OB with the Swiss Sellita-200 movement and it's a really great watch, especially for the price!
Hi there. Thank you so much for your video. I just bought an Invicta watch for $80 too. Is it really a must that you have to service them every year? I think the service cost would be as expensive as the watch itself. Thank you for your advise.
Never. Just change gasket every 2 to 5 years for cheap mechanical watch. Better get a new one if it’s broken after all.
Ok, to be honest I'm VERY new to the watch world, my collection is still very small and very low budget (I'm a university student, so shelling out even hundreds, let alone thousands, for any watch is a bit out of my price range), but that said, I don't understand the hate for the Invicta PD. It was the second watch I bought when I started getting into this hobby, and it's still one of my favorites, gets plenty of compliments, and does everything I could ask for something at that price range.
For a dependable, valuable Seiko movement, a look that classy, and a feel as good as it has, the Invicta is great, if you're not a real high-end "snob." It's honestly pretty much the perfect watch for a guy like me who would love to have those high end pieces, but just can't afford them, and the fact that so many begrudge that is just sad.
There is very little hate for the pro diver. Even the watch snobs like them, for the most part. There, however, is alot of hate for Invicta, in general. For many valid reasons
If you're a student then shelling out hundreds even thousands for a watch would be more than just a bit out of your price range. I have some Invictas including the one in the video but i still prefer to wear my collection of Orients over these and some of my Seikos.
@@kanifuker721 I love the orient. Have the Perpetual calendar and the Bambino. Thinking about the Invicta to see if I enjoy the prodiver look for a few months, then give to son and go to the Invicta 9937 or the Orient RA-ACOK. There's just something about the orient that draws me back.
My Invicta pro diver is 15 years old he still keeps great time with its Miyota 8215 movement. It’s still water tight for swimming and still looks good despite some scratches. Great value for a knock about Homage
I have 2 Invicta Pro Divers. I have the Stainless Steel Meteorite Dial with an Automatic ETA-2824 with Diamonds on the Bezel and a Gun Metal Meteorite Dial with a Quartz Movement. Inherited both from my Dad. I love them both!
A really quick mod you can do on your pro diver is taking a scotch-brite pad or the scouring side of a sponge and just stroke the bracelet for a couple minutes going from the end link to the clasp in single strokes and give it a brushed finish much like the real sub
So yo mean that i can give it a brushed appearance by stroking a sctoch pad in the polished links?
while your at it, change the hands to an skx
I’ve never own an Invicta but I honestly think this watch would look beautiful with a mesh steel strap. It would really catch someone’s eye.
I own the Invicta Pro Diver, Casio Duro and Vostok Amphibia. All 3 get alot of wrist time.
I've recently got into watch collecting and obviously loveeee the look of the OG Submariner - Bluesy omg beautiful but alas I cannot afford £12000 so the Pro Diver 8928OB is what I have gone for, it arrives in a few days, this will be the first watch I own with a waterproof crown, I need to screw it all the way tight clockwise but do I then test if it works? I'll be so scared to ruin it on the first day
Just screw it in normally and not too tight.
Three month latter and I am wondering g how your invicta watch is?
First rule in watch game: never ever buy a replica! I'd go for Invicta not only because I hace one but it has a seiko movement which is very reliable. I dont care what the haters say because at the end of the day it tells you the same time. Whats more cool is that with my invicta i know that i hace a reliable watch and not a replica and i know that i can buy a rolex but im just not willing to spend bs amount on that! I got a watch and i still have a lot of cash. Someobe might be wearing a rollie but doesnt have cash...
Which one is the winner?
At $159 my Replica Hulk is pretty damn good. A genuine Hulk owner told me that my Replica has no right bing that good. Im happy with it until I get a genuine.
Invicta Pro Diver. Workingman's Rolex! Love mine...
I don't know why everyone complains about the etching on the side of the Invicta. It's extremely well-done, and it's something Blanc Pain had on their dive watch--which came out a year before the Submariner.
It's on the side of the watch one doesn't even look at normally.. I don't even think about it anymore.
@@violinmke Having wanted a Subby since I was a kid, I finally decided a couple years ago it was never gonna happen. I looked around, and was amazed by the Pro Diver. Yes, the Rolex is a more quality timepiece, but is it better by $9,920.00??
I actually now prefer the looks of the Invicta to the Rolex, and it keeps just as good time.
Try the Grand Divers! 300 Meters, excellent build!
I know my reply is long after the production of this video, but I have just bought a submariner homage, which is excellent. It is the new 40mm all-black Pagani Design. It has a steel case and bracelet, with etched ceramic bezel, sapphire crystal and genuinely 2.5 magnification on the cyclops. Seiko NH35a movement. It's not over-branded like the Invicta pro-diver. The bracelet is oyster-style and has polished centre links, solid end links, screw pins and a diver's extension. It cost me £65. WR 100m but good for general swimming and snorkelling. Excellent 60 clicks unidirectional bezel. No QC issues whatsoever. Bombproof. I can't afford a Rolex Sub but love the classic design, so over the moon with this homage.
What Pagani model is that?
Great video. I have several of the invicta rolex homages. Make great daily beaters. Keep to rolex in the safe at home. I have a few replica rolexes. At this point a real rolex is kinda pointless outside of aspiration or collection.
Good day! I love invicta pro divers.
Which has better movement between 30092 and 29179?
I just bought an Invicta 1771 with the red and blue dial, similar to the pepsi.
I rather be seen wearing invicta prodiver instead to be pretentious and ostentatious fake Rolex. There is nothing wrong wearing a homage watch, but wearing a fake ones, that is wrong.
One good thing about replicas is if you get mugged, "Here! Take my Rolex! it was my Dad's watch..."
How can you tell if you are not opening it up and compare the mechanism? You waisted my time
Put the replica Rolex dial and hands in the Invicta watch. We used to live in Taiwan and you could buy replica Rolex watches super cheap but they kept time terribly.
My Invicta Pro Diver came in this week. I’m loving it! I feel like my need for a Rolex Submariner has been met. Right now, I don’t see me buying a Rolex. I’m so happy!
I'm very glad you're enjoying your watch. In the end, that's all that really matters.
Great commentary and thnx for your thoughts on the battle tested durable Vostok too !
I Rather buy original invicta than a replica rolex. If i want a rolex i am gone buy a original one. I also think that rolexes are over priced
I have a Pro Diver but mine has a different bezel grove. I think it's called the signature series or something.
I don't see myself buying it, but doubt a $50 knockoff would compare favorable to a $60-70 homage such as the Pagani Design and Loreo
I’ll get the invicta 😂 I’m nowhere near the financial status to just buy a Rolex...I could get a car or pay for a nice vacation. But if I win the lottery, the. All bets are off and I’m getting the date just 😆
Same. I've had the invicta for 2 years. If I win the lottery? Daytona me up. With a side of submariner.
i think you guys misunderstood the question in this video. its asking if you would take the invicta or that FAKE rolex....
Nice comparison / review. Not a fan of replicas. I prefer homage watches for instances like this.
I really enjoyed my Invicta Pro Divers. At one point I had 10 or 11; all with different color dials and bracelet color combinations. They all had the Seiko NH35a movement which are great movements. I gave a number of these Pro Divers to family as gifts.
What a lot of people don't know is that Invicta also made a Pro Diver line (40mm case also) homage to the Submariner also. If you are willing to pay an additional $200-$275 for the 9937ob, these are some of the upgrades:
1) Sellita SW200 automatic movement.
2) Upgraded Flame Fusion crystal.
3) Upgraded bracelet with solid end links and scissor clasp.
NOTE: Invicta was smart in the making of the bracelet. The bracelets on the Swiss movement models are NOT interchangeable with the budget Pro Divers. The spring bar holes positioned different.
These models are worth the extra $$ as I own two and love them. The two-tone with the blue dial is my favorite (9938ob).
Invicta rocks!!!
Just re-read my original post from 2 years ago. The 2nd paragraph should have began:
What a lot of people don't know is that Invicta made a Swiss Movement Pro Diver line...
I have the Invitation sub marina anhve had for 7 going 8 years it works perfect band is a little stretched but removed a link and problem solved but holds good time has never failed and have just ordered another just my 2 BITS GOOD WATCH 😊
If you’re a Rolex fan, you should buy a original one. If only like the look but also likes good watches, then get an Invicta. I’m the second one, waiting for it.
As a mtb rider I was always an Oakley fan boy, and to save money I bought a replica, and years later can afford original ones and it’s a totally different. Never return to replica ones, just not worth it.
My 14 Years SUB was stolen from me and can’t afford a new. Pro DIVER gives me a tiny comfort it looks and feel like but dosn’t pretend 😥
Give me the invicta anyday at least its legit with a tried and tested movement and cheap whats not to like
Reasonably priced and work well on land and in water.
Barely anything was said about either movement. One is a fake Submariner from China, but with a Seagull movement, it could be as good or better than the NH35. Dude, take the back off and see what powers the evil little beast. This was not a superlative comparison.
After watching I pulled out my Invicta Pro-diver and lubed the crown and the case back. It’s never too late to learn something new.
iv got three invictas the main issue is the loom is as good as useless, the other is I wish they did the 0420 titanium in a 40/41mm
What's the name of the watch your wearing please
The replica rolex’s are great but the date function if its dg2813 movement breaks after a bit :/ and the bezel sux
I cloud change the dial, crown and clap of invicta and to a Rolex one ?
Possibly. It would depend on the size and fit of the parts.
I GOT MY INVICTA PRO DIVER 8926OB WITH THE SEIKO NH35A MOVEMENT ABOUT 8 YEARS AGO & I LOVE IT. NEVER BEEN SERVICED & RUNS PERFECT(+/- 2SPD) A DECENT IMMITATION ROLEX WOULD COST YOU AT LEAST $500 & SOME ARE $1500-$2000 BUT YOU DON'T EVEN KNOW WHAT YOU ARE GETTING & WOULD MOST LIKELY BE RUINED THE 1st TIME YOU TOOK IN THE WATER.
The way I feel about it is why not?
I have a high quality Breitling replica which I have all the specs on and also the timing data from the meter they use and it's dead on as far as timing. Yes it usually loses a few seconds every other day but show me an automatic that doesn't. To me the overpriced originals are basically just a status symbol and yeah, you can sell them for a lot more money even when used. Anyone, unless you're a pro, would be hard pressed to point out the differences between this one and the real thing, it's an almost $500.00 replica complete with sapphire crystal. One of the differences is that if I accidentally scratch or bang it on something or drop it I don't have to have a heart attack or a stroke because of it! 🤣. Not that I want that to happen, I really like this watch, I'm very careful with it. You could say that I get more enjoyment and pride out of this watch than an original solely because of how damn good of a job they can do these days of making one.
Where can I get a replica rolex ?
Damn...i watched the whole video and was hoping to see the case back come to come off and see the replica movement.
Just got an Invicta Automatic Professional and, all I can say, for the price it's a fantastic timepiece!
Great finish and, without pretending to be a Rolex, it gives me the same satisfaction wearing it.
And, I can tell people that ask if this is a Rolex, "..no, it's an Invicta..", a brand on it's own right. 😉
i have a 08 Rolex Submariner that's real i paid 6,400 for new. wonder what i can get for it today still looking new? i love watches and sneakers.. lol
I recently bought invicta 8926ob and i love it to wear all the time. I don’t like fake watches to wear soo i prefer invicta than the fake rolax🤷♂️
Where can I buy that replica?
Ive heard that Rolex tried to shut down Swissarex, but its a testament to their quality that theyre still going strong.
My invicta 18511 Swiss has solid end links, you will have to explain the divers extension
Its disrespectful to see a person comparing invicta pro diver to a replica of a Rolex. Really hurts my heart
Nothing wrong with Invicta at all. You get everything and more at the price point.
I have a croton watch,very nice 👍
Where can I get replica rolex?
I had a replica Rolex and Invicta both almost identical to what you display here. But good luck getting work done on the replica when something went wrong.
I also own an Invicta Pro Diver and an Invicta Grand Pro Diver as well...love them both
I love Invicta, own six of them. But I also hate the ugly badging. Where can I buy a new Pro Diver without the badging? Thanks subbed liked & Bell.
I've been looking at the Invicta for a few weeks. Watched more than a few videos on it. I have an older Seiko with the date and day but the similar movement to the automatic version. Fantastic watch. I like your explanation of a homage vs. a replica. I just ordered the Invicta.
Great video. Thanks.
Thank you so much
Enjoy and watch the show.
Dude ! You should open up the back of the replica to check out the movement !
Theres some insider information suggesting that Swissarex has access to the Rolex database and uses the same codes on their watches as the original ones. Because of this, its nearly impossible to distinguish them as fakes.
I bought an Invicta Pro Diver automatic watch bc I didn't want to wear my Submariner at the beach. Great watch; I love it. Since it's different colours from my Sub, I also wear it many times, not only while I go swimming.
Open the case to see what the movt is and if it has gaskets.
I'd like to see more Loreo vs Invicta comparisons. I have the Loreo and find it hard to wear anything else going out the door.
I do see myself buying a Rolex, and I totally could, but I'd see it as an investment more than a showpiece for my wrist.
If that "Nitty gritty" was a Nacho reference then you're a legend
Have been wearing an old pro diver for over 15 years, ETA movement. Best watch I've ever owned. Back in the '80s I had a submariner, kept the worse time and the plastic domed crystal scratched so easy. Sold it, $$$$, found the invicta, $$..9937 model pro diver
I would buy an Invicta before i would buy a fake Rolex
Me too and I have bought over 4.5 dozen and all work great and look beautiful...
I like the pro divers on the in Victor Watches. I love their watches. I have over 100 of their watches. I’m very happy. Everybody gave me compliments everywhere I go. They just love them and I didn’t spend probably one Rolex cost.
Theres a watch for everyone enjoy them!!
You know when Invicta has made it when the Chinese copy industry start an "homage" of it!!
Hillarious !!)))
A homage to a homage. What won’t the Chinese try to spam off
So with one watch you are getting a watch that copies a rolex and with the invicta you are getting a watch that is what people may call a homage but is what it says it is . So the invicta is a genuine invicta
I read a comment from someone mentioning that when a replica factory has a waiting list, its a sign that their products are superior to the originals. In this case, Swissarex is that factory.
The "inner track" as you called it is known as the Rehaut. Rolex started engraving those in 2004 so this submariner was probably copied off an older piece.
common knowledge
I bought that same invicta for $60 in Amazon a couple of years ago 😉
I own five replica watches and have had absolutely NO ISSUES with any of them. I don’t get the freak out about replicas. Not everyone can afford the real thing and some of us actually want a watch that says Rolex or other brands on it. I don’t care that others dislike replicas, they don’t have to wear them. I wear my replica Rolex Datejust nearly every day. I’ve swam in it, wore it in the shower and it keeps on ticking. If I could afford thousands for a watch, I would buy one, but that will never happen with my lifestyle. So I’ll keep buying and thoroughly enjoying my beautiful replica watches. Btw, I have no problem telling people I’m wearing a replica and why I am. If people want to believe in their own without asking if it’s real, that’s on them. Either way, I’ve never been ashamed of wearing replicas and will until my dying day. I have other watches that are original brands and I love them too, but my replicas are my babies. I’ll never understand the hate for replicas. I’m not trying to fool anyone. I just want the watch to look as real as possible and I’m happy to explain that my watches are replicas. It’s never been an issue. Everyone who knows me, knows how REAL of a person I am...I’m happy to explain why I wear replicas to anyone who asks...
Rolex it's a very tacky name for a brand, comical almost. If it didn't say Rolex and it was a real Rolex you wouldn't want it. Stop telling yourself lies. You're not as real as you think
Would you do one on Omegas
If you have one to send in, I'll happily review it.
I wish you could see the movement on the fake Rolex. I think that might tell the tale. Personally, I would have not known enough to know the fake from the real deal....except...if they sold it for less than a hundred bucks, I would know by that alone. I have an Invicta, and it is a great watch that is not trying to fool people. The Seiko movement alone is worth the cost of the watch.