invicta watches

[jmk1]

:thumbsup:what does everyone think of Invicta, they started me off on collecting watches and i have about 20 of them!

[tutone]

Since I previously only wore G-Shocks and mall watches, I bought and wore and Invicta that looked like a TTSub to see if I could wear one, or totally destroy one in daily life. I was impressed by how well made it was for the price. The automatic movement was smooth and quiet, and (sad to say) it turned out to be more accurate than my GMTIIc. Anyway, I didn't destroy it so eventually got my first Rollie.

[DSJ]

I like them.

[paypalbid]

Yeah I agree. They are very good watches for the price.

They have some high end stuff like the Speedway COSC, Speedway Rerverse and Subaqua. They also have under $100 watches that can be found at Big 5 Sporting Goods stores or Costco.

[cmr]

i have had 2 of them, can't be beat for the money! :thumbsup:

[highroller]

That's funny I was thinking about getting one for work(construction)

[dba]

I own two and given two as gifts. I wear them at work and are able to take a lot of beating.

[jtrader]

I actually own two Invicta's

Pro Diver SS TT
Pro Diver Titanium

Both automatics.

I'll be honest their work horses. I haven't had as much activity with my titanium as I have with my SS. I've basically beat the crap out of my SS and it still keeps going and looks good in a suit and tie.

I've actually had people mistake my SS for a Rolex Sub before.

So for the money, I think their a great value!

[RW16610]

Cool :thumbsup:

[n9zez]

Sams Club usually has a decent selecion of Invicta's as well.

Personally, I have never owned one.

[gtbike72]

Costco has them too $99.99 for the SS Sub looking

[Brushpup]

They used to put ETA movements in the higher end ones like the 9937. If you buy one with an Auto movement I suggest spending a little more and get a swiss movement model. The ones with Miyota movements have plastic retainer rings that can break if knocked hard enough or dropped. I love Invicta for the money and variety, but they have horrible customer/repair service if you need it.

If you like the sub copy, finding the 9937 with the coin edge bezel would be my suggestion. I have three different Invictas, have destroyed one, but NO watch would have survived that situation. One is in the shop with a broken retainer ring, or movement holder if you prefer.

Value for the dollar however, I must suggest one of the better Seiko 5 watches. I think they are about the most watch for the dollar and they are very respectable watches in the 100-300 price range.

[Alcan]

I bought this 9937 a few years ago. It doesn't look as pretty now but it still runs fine. Bulletproof Swiss ETA movement, sapphire crystal, ego caseback, solid SS case and bracelet finishing. I haven't found anything yet that can top it for $300.00

Btw, we also have 6 Rolex wrist and pocket watches on the go.

[explodingtaco]

The only Invicta I ever bought failed in 2 weeks. maybe I should give it another go but I usually do not after I have been burnt once.

[RW16610]

The only Invicta I ever bought failed in 2 weeks. maybe I should give it another go but I usually do not after I have been burnt once.

Might be worth the second chance, these things sadly happen sometimes.

[bglz42]

I just bought an Invicta from Sam's Club for a daily wearer. (My 7016/0 is now retired, and I only wear it on special occasions...) I love 'em! Tough, good-looking and still and automatic...

[k4vks]

i have 2 of them; one that looks like the SS Sub and one that looks like a TT Sub. They are both very nice and hard working watches that are easily able to take a beating. I think they are a great value for the $ :thumbsup:

[sweepster]

I have two of them and they look and work nicely, the one pictured below is a monster and I think looks very stylish. The only problem is that the clasp doesn't want to stay closed. I got this one from SHOPNBC.COM and believe it or not, they have great prices and service.

http://myfatface.org/invicta-lupah-diver.jpg

[chicagowatchman]

I have 2 for the price they are awesome!!!:cheers:

[GradyPhilpott]

I have two 8926 Invictas, also.

I'm no watch snob, so it doesn't always take a heck of a lot for a watch to impress me, but the Invicta Pro Divers are indisputably rugged, good-looking watches that deserve a lot of respect.

I have been told that the 8926 was the best reviewed watch on Amazon in 2007. If true, there are a lot of folks who are happy with their purchase.

I know I am.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y33/GradyPhilpott/779f0473.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y33/GradyPhilpott/100_2232copy.jpg

[cmr]

i am invictaless at the moment. a friend of mine at work saw my diver and had to have it so i sold it to him for the same money i paid for it, (it was only the second time i had worn the watch) and my nephew talked me out of my silver dial ocean ghost chrono. i know they make allot of different watches with different movements but both of mine had swiss movements and they worked perfectly.

i am always looking at them so the next time one catches my eye i am quite sure i will own another one. :cheers::thumbsup:

[356 speedster]

I got 3 of them and I am very happy with them. Very DURABLE watches.

[Drumr]

i had a TT invicta sub rep.
the gold wore off the bracelet where i would rest my hand on a table or a desk. the cyclops scratched. the screw down crown stopped screwing down, and before i knew better, i put a magnet near the movement and that threw off the accuracy for a while.

other than that i was happy, got complements on it.

[GradyPhilpott]

Redundant post.

Sorry.

[cody p]

i'd rather spend the equivalant amount of money on a seiko or a citizen or an orient or a casio... well you get the idea.

[B.B.B.]

i love the price but no love for invicta.

[Dayve]

I have one of the limited edition diamond meteorite watches, a few Lupahs with several nice straps, a Race edition with a skeleton back that is really sweet...

I like them, nothing has failed yet, and my oldest one is over 5 years old.

Dave

[Rags]

I have an 8926 with the coin edge bezel that people always mistake for a Rolex Sub. I didn't like the polished center links so I rubbed them out with a 320 grit sandpaper sponge available at any hardware store. It took awhile to blend in everything but the watch looks great. It gets alot of wrist time. I must admit I've heard horror stories about Invictas Cust Service but so far I can't complain. I must have got a good one, no problems since I bought it in 7/07. But to be honest I won't buy another Invicta

[1000ftSub]

i love the price but no love for invicta.
Why? I am just asking because other people say the same thing

[Evergreen]

Nothing says swiss " cheese " like INVICTA.


I owned a Sub noma III for a short time. Sold it for about 1/3 of what I paid. Never again.

[dbphotos]

I own quite a few and have had 0 problems with them. Love the look and styling for the $. I've dove with the SS Sub and no issues.

[deserted]

They are some tough watches .....I have one invicta AG with Blue dial, i actually get more compliments on that one than i do my TT black sub......UMMMMMM.

[Flaxmoore]

Love my Pro Diver TT- extremely tough watch. A few links are wearing thin on plating, but that's to be expected for a plated bracelet.

[sevryn999]

I love these watches.. I have 2 myself
http://pokeratmosphere.info/img/5052/g09a1027wtdo/thumbs-up.gif

[goduke1]

I have a 8926C and it runs fine and I have no complaints with it. I have also read a lot of neg. feedback about their customer service and some quality control issues, but mine has been fine. For the price, it's not a bad deal at all.
I have since brushed out the polished center links.
http://lh4.ggpht.com/_f53cR96At0c/SpyJ2ZYKNyI/AAAAAAAAAso/2YQoSW2EVcM/s400/DSC00402.JPG

[onkyo]

Can't beat them for the price.....

But not near the league of Rolex or other finely made brands.

[goduke1]

Can't beat them for the price.....

But not near the league of Rolex or other finely made brands.


I thought that would have been obvious, but yes, it's not a Rolex as far as fit, finish or quality. If someone buys an Invicta and expects Rolex quality, they will be let down.

[AWATCH]

I have had one in the past, it was a nice well made watch, I recently sold it because I was not to crazy about the style. I have heard that Invicta has poor customer service.

[rook]

The sub looking ones are fine (well because they look like a sub). However when they branch out and do "original" designs that's where things fall apart. Gold on carbon fiber on rubber in 50MM size and I swear I saw one with bullet looking things on the strap. BULLETS? Come on now.

Some of these Invictas look like you are wearing an Ed Hardy T shirt on your wrist.

[zak98]

i have two.. nice pro diver on a bund strap, and a nice pilots watch large date on heavy leather strap.

no problems.. wear them in my rotation. nice for the money.

[Flaxmoore]

The sub looking ones are fine (well because they look like a sub). However when they branch out and do "original" designs that's where things fall apart. Gold on carbon fiber on rubber in 50MM size and I swear I saw one with bullet looking things on the strap. BULLETS? Come on now.

Some of these Invictas look like you are wearing an Ed Hardy T shirt on your wrist.

It's true.

In a way, it's as if Invicta is run by two separate groups of people. Some of their stuff is pretty darn nice, and can get you a pretty good watch for the money. They're like how Swatch operates, in that way.

Some of their stuff is interesting, and I don't know anywhere else to get it. A 500M chrono? Got it. An affordable version of the old Zlatoust diver? Got it. They're an excellent intro into the level of watches lying a step above the everyday Casio or Timex.

The other side, though? Some are just ridiculous. A Russian Diver in black is a nice looking watch. Redo it in black and Dayglo yellow, though? :thinking:

One thing that has always confused me about theirs is depth rating, though. My Pro Diver is rated at 200M, and I had it tested to prove it. Passed with flying colors, using my own jeweler as the tester. Some of their pieces seem almost laughably low, though- 100M on the Russian Diver? :thinking:

[wantonebad]

I heard a rumor that Rolex forced them to discontinue the coin edge, I agree that the Japanese movement is basically junk, I've owned two and they both died within a year, I never owned one with a swiss movement so i can't speak to them

[deserted]

It's true.

In a way, it's as if Invicta is run by two separate groups of people. Some of their stuff is pretty darn nice, and can get you a pretty good watch for the money. They're like how Swatch operates, in that way.

Some of their stuff is interesting, and I don't know anywhere else to get it. A 500M chrono? Got it. An affordable version of the old Zlatoust diver? Got it. They're an excellent intro into the level of watches lying a step above the everyday Casio or Timex.

The other side, though? Some are just ridiculous. A Russian Diver in black is a nice looking watch. Redo it in black and Dayglo yellow, though? :thinking:

One thing that has always confused me about theirs is depth rating, though. My Pro Diver is rated at 200M, and I had it tested to prove it. Passed with flying colors, using my own jeweler as the tester. Some of their pieces seem almost laughably low, though- 100M on the Russian Diver? :thinking:


Point taken , i have an invicta ocean ghost and it gets insane wrist time , fresh and bold innovation i like invictas line of watches but not every one just like with rolex....

[AWATCH]

I just picked up a pro diver yesterday and it seems to be a nice watch, well made and good price

[snowbird]

I just came across this thread and there are a lot of positive things said here about Invicta's, I have been wondering about these and think I'm going to have to check them out . . . hopefully they are still sold at Costco as someone noted above.

[cmr]

stick with the swiss movements and you will be fine. the entire watch seems to be made to a higher standard. all of mine have been fine. :cheers:

[Alcan]

stick with the swiss movements and you will be fine. the entire watch seems to be made to a higher standard......

Agreed, including the sapphire crystal on the Sub. :thumbsup:

[goduke1]

Agreed, including the sapphire crystal on the Sub. :thumbsup:


I have read some bad comments with their SW200 swiss movements, but a lot of great comments on their ETA Swiss movements. Problem is, they don't use ETA automatic movements any longer.

Some of their new Pro Diver's are now using a Seiko Auto Movement that seems to be a little better than the Miyota they used.

My Invicta isn't getting any wrist time at the moment.

[Flaxmoore]

I have read some bad comments with their SW200 swiss movements, but a lot of great comments on their ETA Swiss movements. Problem is, they don't use ETA automatic movements any longer.

Some of their new Pro Diver's are now using a Seiko Auto Movement that seems to be a little better than the Miyota they used.

My Invicta isn't getting any wrist time at the moment.

The Swiss quartz in my Pro Diver is actually more accurate than the Japanese quartz in my Citizen. Impressive.

[Flaxmoore]

Figures. I post that, and the battery in my Invicta died the next day. Now to get it swapped.

[NJSub]

They look really good for the price and my friends and I have found even the cheaper Japanese movements to be surprisingly accurate.

[Dr.Velasco]

I've had several Invictas

1 pro diver 8928 (looks like a 16613 sub).
1 pro diver 8933 (looks like a GMT II pepsi)
1 pro diver 2155 (all gold plated)
1 pro diver black ionized with rose gold plating on the bezel.

On my way I have a pro diver that looks like an all gold sub with blue bezel. Very nice, got it NIB at ebay for $40.04 including shipping to Miami!!!

The 8928 had scuffed away the gold plating. The movement was ok, the clasp, everything. The only thing is that I end up selling them....

I have a big question. Is the MSRP real???

I mean I've been surfing the web trying to find a place where you pay full retail and can't find it. I'm thinking that the MSRP is pumped up. I mean, I bought a watch that costs $345 for 36 bucks. At amazon its around 90, buy it now ebay is aprox the same.....

Something similar with Croton watches (many models are Rolex-inpsired), I've read that prices are overated.

Anyone knows something??

Best to all

[audifred]

I have never seen anyone wearing an Invicta in the street, but I think they look quite nice.

Kind of like a combination of a Rolex Sub with a Breitling name design.

However I would rather be Indira than Invicta.....just the way I am.

[baseballduck]

I have had my Pro Diver for about 2 weeks now and so far it's displayed spot on accuracy. Not bad in my book for a Miyota and a $70 price tag.

Tyler

[dwr]

I also own two Invictas, getting ready to buy a third, two look like Subs, the third I am going to get looks like a Daytona, very good value. I also own Rolex and Omegas.

[chriseskew24]

I wore mine on a Nato just today...

[DSJ]

I bought a 9211 last month, see my review: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=106274&highlight=invicta+9211

[limbo]

I bought a 9211 last month, see my review: http://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=106274&highlight=invicta+9211

Great review. I was so impressed by your review of the 9211 that I took the plunge and bought a nice preowned 9212 (because I like TT watches). Expecting delivery next week.

[DSJ]

Great review. I was so impressed by your review of the 9211 that I took the plunge and bought a nice preowned 9212 (because I like TT watches). Expecting delivery next week.

Congrats limbo! Hope you like it!

[Dr.Velasco]

I've read that the customer's department at Invicta is very bad.

Anyone knows if the MSRP is pumped up??

[Flaxmoore]

I've read that the customer's department at Invicta is very bad.

Anyone knows if the MSRP is pumped up??

I have heard the same as to Invicta's service center. Very slow, poor communication. Emails I have sent asking questions have gone unanswered- of course, I'm 6 weeks after emails to Rolex and Omega, so my track record overall is weak.

[limbo]

Congrats limbo! Hope you like it!

Received the 9212 today. Mrs limbo was so impressed she has been wearing it all day. Some photos.

http://usera.imagecave.com/limbo/Watches/P1030661.JPG


http://usera.imagecave.com/limbo/Watches/P1030662.JPG


http://usera.imagecave.com/limbo/Watches/P1030663.JPG

[Flaxmoore]

That is one handsome piece. Wonder if they make an automatic version?

[goduke1]

I've read that the customer's department at Invicta is very bad.

Anyone knows if the MSRP is pumped up??

Their MSRP is a made up number. I don't know where they come up with it, but they don't sell for MSRP, or even close to it. I think it's more marketing than anything.

Their customer service is getting better but still has work that needs to be done. I have never had to use it.

That is one handsome piece. Wonder if they make an automatic version?

They did make that in an auto, but no longer offered. It's hard to find one, but it was a "Reserve" piece. I caan't remember which movement it came with.

[DSJ]

Received the 9212 today. Mrs limbo was so impressed she has been wearing it all day. Some photos.

http://usera.imagecave.com/limbo/Watches/P1030661.JPG


http://usera.imagecave.com/limbo/Watches/P1030662.JPG


http://usera.imagecave.com/limbo/Watches/P1030663.JPG

Nice Limbo! Don't you just love the relief on the dial, esp the "sunburst?" :thumbsup:

[limbo]

Nice Limbo! Don't you just love the relief on the dial, esp the "sunburst?" :thumbsup:
The dial is almost too good for a reasonably (low) priced watch. Thinking of getting a 9224 - black dial version in TT, but the relief and sunburst on the black dial does not appear to be as good as the white.

[Flaxmoore]

Nice Limbo! Don't you just love the relief on the dial, esp the "sunburst?" :thumbsup:

I have one coming as well- a reward for passing my board exam. :thumbsup:

[obmto]

Invicta used to make some decent affordable watches. But have you seen their latest offerings?
http://www.shopnbc.com/Invicta_Men_s_Subaqua_Noma_IV_Limited_Edition_Auto matic_Gunmetal_Bezel_Watch/J178867.aspx?storeid=1&track=483&cm_re=SearchList-_-N-_-N&page=LIST&category=Watches%7Ct311&prop=Invicta%7C483&prop=Men%27s%7C472&catprop=472&itemsperpage=96

$2000 and no COSC and no sapphire crystal. ROFL

[children]

hahaha retail value $4800

[rolexguynfl]

Purchased invicta 9937 and 9938 about a year and a half ago. Had problems with the TT 9938 from the start. The crown wouldn't screw in more than a quarter turn. Sent it back for service and got it 2 months later. It wouldn't even run then. Had to returned it immediately and got it back 2 months later. This before it had any wrist time at all. The stem problem never really was corrected. It had poor reserve time and winding it was really bad - like major friction and grinding - not smooth. Then "ping" the spring went. The 9938 was fairly accurate though when it ran. I seldom wore this one also. The 9937 SS version was not so accurate and also had poor reserve and about a year into wearing it, the same winding friction issue cropped in until it finally stopped winding. I wore this one almost daily. I sent them both back with a letter on my dissatisfaction. They are in service center now (going on a month). They are fixing them as a warranty issue but I don't hold my breath they will work correctly. Bottom line for me... no more invictas as the service is less than satisfactory and the product was really not what I hoped. They looked great but that was about it. ;-(
2 bad out of 2 is not good for me. That's why I'm here looking at the Subs 16613 and the GMT2s. ;-) I'm sure I'll have better luck with them.

[mpkRolex]

:thumbsup:what does everyone think of Invicta, they started me off on collecting watches and i have about 20 of them!

The are good watches. I like the ones that have Swiss movements though..Very much like the Orient by Seiko. Well made and best bang for your buck :thumbsup:

[mpkRolex]

[QUOTE=limbo;1586396]Received the 9212 today. Mrs limbo was so impressed she has been wearing it all day. Some photos.
QUOTE]

Nice :thumbsup: Damn I shouldnt have spent 10K on my Daytona :dummy: :chuckle:

[AstroBoy]

Invitas sure look good, but I have no love for them. for better value of the $$ I'd prefered Orients or Seiko5s. I owned several of them and they look great , work great!

[Kapture1]

I bought the sub look-a-like today for grins. Like it... Picks to come.

[Kapture1]

http://i883.photobucket.com/albums/ac37/Kapture1/watchesncigar.jpg?t=1269879379

[G.A.R.Y]

Latest news on Invicta is they are being sued for stealing an already look alike pelican box, and shipping the box with moldy watches in them. Quite a mess.

The watches are interesting and large.

http://garymayo.smugmug.com/Other/SmugShots/-/841366654_Jpvx8-X3.jpg

[rolexguynfl]

I got my 9938 back the other day from invicta repair - 3rd time back to them. It's working but it still came back with a crown issue. It only turns 1/4 turn on the threads to screw it down. I don't know how else to convey to them this issue. It's at least running right now. They still have my 9937 model. Very unhappy with these 2 watches. They look great but that's all the good I can say at this point. ;-( I'd rather have the sub 16613...I'll save my money next time.

[rolexguynfl]

Wouldn't you know just 30 mins after posting the above and having worn the watch all day after winding it yesterday.... it stops .. the reserve time on this 9938 sucks. LOL.

[figbo]

I just ordered this one and hopefully I'll get it in a week or so.

[figbo]

Here it is!

[vaq129e4]

If you'd get the older version of this model with ETA movement youd have no issues. I have one of those and it keeps perfect time after 10 years.

[Kapture1]

Just ordered the 9211 Speedway through Amizon. I'll have it here tomorrow.

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51wTINhj7NL._SL500_AA300_.jpg

Note... I got 70% off, and they are having a sale on Invictas now, so check em out

Little weird that even the Swiss modle has a quartz movement in the Speedways, but it still looks good

[Bdel]

For the price point, they are a great buy. Very durable and run very well. I have an ocean ghost and a russian diver at the moment and wear them just like any other of my watches. There are a few invicta bashers out there, but they are fools.

[Kapture1]

I just received my Speedway in the mail today, and I have to say I expected a bit less quality. I expected an 85.00 watch... kind of cheap. Surprised tho, this thing is sweet. I didnt know the watch retails a 355, and picking it up for 85.00 was a steel. So far I'm very happy with it, has a bit more of a heft than I'm use to, but it looks and feels great. Im happy.

[MJCox]

I don't get it. Everything they make is a knock off of something else. I would never purchase an Invicta and I would regift if one was given to me. JMHO

[Bdel]

Some are knockoff looking (ala submariner), but there are many original designs as well.

[Kapture1]

I don't get it. Everything they make is a knock off of something else. I would never purchase an Invicta and I would regift if one was given to me. JMHO

Not everything. Although some of their designs are just odd to me.

[mikesan420]

Good watch to have as a beater. I've got the Pro Diver Swiss quartz and have had no problems with it. To be honest though, I feel a little embarrassed wearing it sometimes. One time as an experiment I even wore it to the Rolex AD just to see what they would say. Let's just say it wasn't a very positive response :lol:

[Segovia]

They have the look down, I ordered this one today.

Be sure to note the EVERYTHING is the same...

http://ablogtoread.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/basel-2009-rolex-submariner-116613lb-97203-gold-steel-blue-dial.jpg

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51h4xI3IMIL.jpg

[Mantooth]

I'd rather buy a Seiko or Citizen, etc. Invicta is a disgrace to the timepiece business, IMO.

[Max]

http://betterskills.wordpress.com/

In case the blatant ripoff designs aren't enough to make you stay away from Invicta, this link likely will.

UNFORTUNATLY for one consumer, the sad truth was revealed by a local jeweler where he took his wife’s newly acquired timepiece to replace a diamond that had fallen out, only to find out that the ‘diamonds’ are actually crystals!

[cmr]

If it was supposed to have real diamonds it came with a diamond certificate. He can send it back to invicta for a replacement or his money back if they were said to be genuine by them. I have had several of their watches and have gave many of them as gifts without any problems. For the price point they are just fine.

[Michael M.]

I've owned a 9211 speedway and pro-diver and they were both great. Invictas are great values:thumbsup::thumbsup:

[jnkay]

They have the look down, I ordered this one today.

Be sure to note the EVERYTHING is the same...

http://ablogtoread.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/basel-2009-rolex-submariner-116613lb-97203-gold-steel-blue-dial.jpg

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51h4xI3IMIL.jpg


That Invicta is nice, but it is not even remotely the same as the rolex you are comparing it to. The Invicta is a copy of the previous submariner model, and a nice one at that. I had two of them. But the new sub you pictured is very different.

[TerryTibbs]

All the models below look roughly equiv to the sub ss: (2010 prices)

3044 545msrp
8932 275msrp
8962 275msrp
9307 275msrp
9937 1295msrp

What are the major differences? :thinking:

[TerryTibbs]

Wow this forum is dangerous! Came very close to pulling the trigger on a 9937 yesterday after digging around for ages. Figured it would be handy to see how I like that style of watch in the real world, as well as being a cheap watch to play about with the movement of.
I've come to my senses for now and their lack of availability in the UK has put me off for now.
I wouldn't want to faf with warranty returns to the states, and the 8926 on amazon.co.uk is the scalop edged bezel which I'm not keen on.

Looks like they are on eBay for £180 delivered, can't tell if they have the updated -2 movement though.

[Philly1Time]

Invicta watches make me sick.

[dduck44]

Just picked one up for <$100-I'm impressed so far.
Worth every cent.

[lepardtief]

I acutualy own a Subaqua Noma IV with the val.7750 rose tone love it. But own several high end watches (just picked up a pam 311). get more complimants on the Invicta , and i think because it takes a real watch person to tell the diference on high end watches and why.vs Invictas have eye appeal which most people can relate to.

[Aivas47a]

In principle I'm glad there is a relatively inexpensive brand spreading mechanical-watch love to those who can't afford a Rolex. But, the way Invicta blatantly rips off the Rolex design turns me off. :thumbsdow

[watchf]

I find the brand and their homage watches tacky. Watches and their brand perception goes hand in hand. For inexpensive, good looking and reliable mechanical watches I prefer Orient, they don't try to imitate other brand's design and have their own inhouse Japanese movement. I have two Orient watches.