A couple of weeks ago I was wearing it at an international show where a Submariner owner mistakenly expressed his appreciation of it to only be disappointed by me pointing at the brand of the watch along with the mention I would never pay ten grand for a stainless steel watch. That made my day. 😜😈😈😂😂😂

I'm a watch guy, I have several vintage Hamiltons and Seikos in my collection. My father gifted me a very handsom Invicta Pro-diver in a gold finish and I wear it proudly very often. I'll admit I used to trash Invicta for their 48 and 50mm watches. However, my pro-diver is on par with my Seiko SKX. I respect the company for what it is, a gateway for future watch collectors and for people with tighter budgets who want a quality watch!

Watch KZfaqrs: "I financially bankrupted myself buying these 4 Rolex's I couldn't afford. Here's why I hate Invicta..."

I have had mine for now almost two years, and it hasn’t missed a beat. I exercise and swim in it every day too. A couple of scratches on it now but still does the job.

Let's just admit it - Invicta is a guilty pleasure!

This has quickly become my favorite KZfaq watch channel, and you're one of the most likeable, fair personalities on the site. Well done.

Price wise... My dad got me an 8926 with a Miota movement and it got me into collecting automatics. Still working after over 10 years.

I bought one of these basically new off a guy from Craigslist. He was selling for $40 which was already a good deal but I offered $30 and he accepted. What's great is that he actually sold me the one with a slightly different dial which cost more that the regular version. I also did not like the polished center links so I brushed them out with a scotch-brite pad and now it looks way better.

A few years ago my grandfather gave me his pro diver from 2007 as a gift. It has been diving, survived bike crashes, snowboard crashes, skateboard crashes, and is my go-to beater watch and it’s still going strong. It has even survived a skateboard crash so intense that I sprained my wrist under the watch but the watch was completely fine. Only scratched the crystal. Needless to say, it is a very resilient watch.

I have an older 8926OB with the Myota movement, I wore it every day for 10 years and that included work, the beach, the pool, working on the yard...etc. Never let me down and still keeps good time. Definitely worth the 80 bucks I paid for it.....

Please do more "trash or treasure" for other watch.. I really enjoy this kind of review...

I'm a college student currently working as a GST at Pep Boys. Love this little watch. It's oil-proof too! Has held up very well. Looks a lot less cheap as it wears. It can take a beating :) & the bezel is great for timing short jobs

It’s the huge gaudy looking crap that people laugh at from invicta , nothing wrong with these pro divers

I own two of these and both are ten years old with the older Miyota non hacking movement. They have been very reliable and keep great time. So as a starter watch or beater I say go for it , if the price is right. PS really enjoy 😊 your reviews.Cheers.

I got mine for $45 a couple years back on an Amazon sale as one of my first few automatics. It eventually turned into a modding project that has made it one of my favorites to wear. Highly recommend for anyone looking to dabble in modding on something cheap and easy to find dials, hands, etc. for.

I hit the bracelet with 1000, then 3000 grit for a perfect bushed look. My NH35 has run within 15 sec per month!

I’ve got one in my collection. I have the two tone with scalloped bezel. I got mine several years ago, and it has performed flawlessly. There’s a reason this is one of their top sellers. The watch is an amazing bargain, solid reliable movement, and is built quite well for the price. My primary issue with Invicta is the case sizes on most of their line. They’re just too damn big and heavy!

I owned this piece for about 6 months, but replaced it with an SKX013. I can genuinely say I do miss the Invicta sometimes.

Pro Divers are awesome , I own 2 of them , one is 25 years old and it has never been serviced however it runs like a new watch , they deserve a better lume , same as Casios .

I just bought an Invicta Pro Diver with the blue dial and I'm really enjoying it. Did I buy it because I want people to think its a Rolex, NO. Its a fantastic casual daily wear.

My gateway drug to this wonderful hobby of ours.

I don't care at all for Invicta stuff but this video is excellent. Perfect example of why I love your channel. Elaborate on the specs, the price/value, the subjective elements, and it's place in the market. Keep up the excellent work!

I've had one of these for a few years. Decent quality at the price point. I've been happy with it. As soon as I get my Ginault, though, the Invicta will turn into my beater 'Sub'.

I got my invicta about 5 years ago and its still going strong. Actually gets more wrist time than any of my other high end watches. Can't believe you didn't mention how cool those wings on the second hand look. Mines doesn't have that yellow rotor though. Great review though.

They are great for the money. Movement is very smooth and looks good. Keeps time very good

Gotto say, I wasn't into automatic watches till I bought one of these. Now I'm hooked. BEWARE!

I have this one and it is a great beater. Paid around $70 about 3 years ago and it keeps great time. No issues at all. Took it off bracelet and put on nato straps. I get compliments all the time.

I have a Invicta pro diver. It's been.great! Seiko movement, display back, nice bezel function and reliable. For around $100 Canadian you can't really go wrong. I recommend them! Nice review as always!

I find it funny how many of us own the Pro Diver, at $69.49 which is what I paid last Christmas it’s a keeper.

"Nice and Snickie..." Brilliant. Love everything about the whole phrase.

I bought my first Invicta pro diver in 2014. Still working and I have been rough on it. Just purchased 3 more Invictas recently and am pleased with the quality, look and feel for a reasonably priced watch. For the price, it can't be beat.

I must say that my all time favorite watch is my Invicta S1 Rally with the orange dial. I love it and I still get great comments about it when I wear it!!!

Love invicta pro. Had mine 4 years been all over the world with me. Beaches seas. Great watch..

I really wish they would do a proper seamaster homage, I think that it is a much more attractive design!

I’ve had 2 of these for over 12 months, including a Popeye version😉💪🏼 They both look great & keep brilliant time! Yes look for the sales as they will vary greatly. For the money👍🏼

I'm getting an invicta pro diver watch (in gold and blue) for my birthday this year because I've been into watches since earlier this year

Its a great watch for the price point which is typically around $75. I picked mine, the blue two tone with the coin edge bezel, for under $50 and so it was definitely a bargain as even Seiko does not offer watches with their NH35 at this price point. I do not understand people's complaint about the bracelet, esp that it is only a pressed clasp and no solid end links; given the price I am surprised it even comes with the steel bracelet. Honestly, I've so far never had problems with either of these. I'v had mine for over 2 years now and its taken its fair share of nicks and scuffs, but it still runs great around 6-8 seconds per day and I am plenty happy with it. It is one of my top picks when I go on a vacation as I would not worry much if it were to get stolen or misplaced and it suits almost all occasions, be it formal or casual or at the beach. Probably the best value for money in my collection.

If you ignore the brand reputation and the fact that it is a homage, I think it would be difficult to find a better value for money watch.

I'm blown away by mine, it's running around 2 to 3 seconds fast, per day now, fantastic piece of kit,, thanks for your review,,,

A Scottish accent really makes these videos ten times better....... I always wish I was born in Scotland so I had a buttery smooth roll over my words. Just bought a two tone silver and gold version of this after years of wanting to get one, super excited. Thanks for your videos JOMW.

Invicta has its own history, definitely not a trash

There is no question about the quality in my mind. It is great! Bought my 5th Invicta today.

Imagine there is a table in front of you with 3 watches. The branding has been removed from them. The one on the left is a quartz watch and made with cheap brass, with a painted gold finish, the face has bad printing, the crystal is plastic, It claims water resistance 10M. but has no gasket for the crown. It feels light and cheap and the band looks like leather on the outside, but the inside looks like some kind of treated paper that is sandwiched and glued together. The watch in the middle is made of stainless steel with a mineral crystal, Rated to 200Meters, The movement is automatic and with your naked eyes you cannot see any imperfections, it feels solid and well made. The watch on the right is also stainless steel with a sapphire crystal and automatic movement. It is rated to 300M. It feels solid and well made, you can see the second hand moves a bit smoother, and the band feels more robust, It also appears to be very well made. Somebody asks you to place the watch in the middle of the table where it falls in the quality category between the watch on the left and right. You will probably place it nearby the watch on the right. The watch on the left is a $10. Timex. The watch in the middle is a $80 Invicta, the watch on the right is a $12000. Rolex. Based on dollars alone, the Invicta should be at the far left of the table, nearly on top of the Timex. My point is, Invicta is a great value and should not be sneered at simply because of the price point. Rolex is a far beyond the point of diminishing returns. The quality of a Rolex can be achieved at around $1000. The reason to buy a Rolex is simply to flex your wealth. Another consideration, If you decide to sell your Invicta, you can probably sell it for 75% of its retail value.. reselling the Loreo, Starking, Pagani watches with nearly no brand recognition, consider yourself lucky if you can even find a buyer. If I was displaying those in a collection I would be embarrassed as they are Chinese company's. At least Invicta is a Swiss/American company.

I have two of these. One black like the one in the video and another with the blue and red bezel (Pepsi style I think some call it). Not only are they unbeatable in value for money but especially the Pepsi style is a real eye catching when I am on the beach lying sunbathing. I don't think a single guy passes by who doesn't take a look at it. Naturally this does not make it a better watch, but it is very attractive. Best regards

This watch started production in the 90's so it makes sense it looks like an older Sub.

My favorite Invicta, not a fan of their over-the-top models...

Jody, thanks for addressing this issue with your usual straight forward honesty. The pro's and con's were perfect.

Nice one Jody. Been collecting in my modest way for about 18 months now at the bottom end of the spectrum my most expensive piece being my Seiko Alpinist. I have quite a number of Invictas the Gold and black pro diver similar to the one you have reviewed and I know they are very devicive with in the watch community but to be honest mine as far as quality is concerned have been great and I have had no problems at all with them. My favourites being 2 solid Bronze producers I purchased fro e bay for £150 each. I agree that Lorio is a terrific buy and I can't take mine off I love it.😊. All the best. Darren.

I have to totally agree, in the $55-65 range there isn't anything else worth looking at; but it is thick and while you can replace the bracelet that just pushes the price up to better choices

I love my Invicta Pro Diver! Superb Watch!!! Gets lots of compliments!

I wasn't sure about the Invicta Pro Diver until it went on sale for $55. What people don't realize, that Seiko movement alone cost $50. This watch showed up and I was absolutely amazed by it for what I paid. I personally think its even worth the $85 thats asked for it, sometimes. I'd definitely wait for when it pops up for under $60 just because that happens a few times a year.

Mine arrived today and there's a lot to like, a nice finish, way more wearable than the grand diver and a great movement. The only negative is that the cyclops is off-centre and sits low. In some respects this actually works better as the viewing angle is spot on when reading the face on my wrist.

It’s not for me, but for the millions who can’t afford a Rolex, why not? Great specs and it’s an auto diver. If people enjoy it and it brings them happiness, then power to them! 😁 Great review as always

Just received my first 8926OB. $58 from Amazon Prime Day. It looks a lot smaller in person.

It's a Flame Fusion Crystal. They don't get scratched up and I have 12 different Invictas for past 6 years to back that up. I go back and forth between 2 that I wear to work a week at a time and they are both still perfect. One is a all gold bracelet with blue dial 40mm Pro Diver. Treasures!

Ive had an early 40mm Automatic for over a decade now and it keeps time perfectly. I broke the band getting on a trampoline at a NYE party so its been sitting for months as Ive moved on to antique pocketwatches but that little Invicta is still my favorite wrist watch. I paid 15 dollars for it at a fleamarket watch shop.

If Invicta watches were sent in hoards to watch channels for free, imagine what would happen...

I own a few Invicta watches and I really like them all. Never had any issues with them either. I actually like the look and feel of the larger cases (47mm is my sweet spot), but can wholeheartedly agree that many of their executions are seriously over the top. For the money though, they are tough to beat in my opinion.

I've had one for a few years ... still going ...looks pretty good ... I have no problem with them

I use mine going MTB riding. It's my do-all watch, I travel with it, I work with it, and I do sports with it. I was really expecting its little Seiko heart to give out after hitting a lengthy downhill washboard gravel stretch but it still powers through as accurately as it did before. I did put it on a NATO strap. I recently bought two Invicta 1948's with a broken crystal and I have to say I'm pleasantly surprised by the watches. They were dirt cheap, have a reasonably original design (not as brash as many Invictas are), and come with the Swiss Made ETA 2824-2 clone, the Sellita SW200. I'm still waiting on parts but I'm excited to wear them!

Invicta is gaudy but they own Glycine and Combat Sub is my favorite watch

I've had my pro diver for a few months now and i can say its a great time piece at the core. I picked it up new for 75 which was at the boundary for this piece. The NH35 movement accuracy varies but in mine I estimate it at about +/- 7 seconds per day. The bezel action and crown is very satisfying to use actually. I must add mine has poor lume though. It reacts very quickly and glows bright but fades away in minutes, however I tend to wake up sometimes around 4-5 am and in complete darkness and un adjusted eyes, I was able to see a bit of glow. Case build is great and the crystal is decent. it is true sometimes it looks foggy and i find myself wiping it a lot but in the right lighting, the deep black dial looks beautiful with the aluminum black bezel insert. BUT, the bracelet and its gear (spring-bars in the case and clasp, hollow end-links, stamped clasp) is terrible, jingly, and not reliable. the retention is nice but will go out eventually. i tried to deal with it replacing the spring bars and reshaping the hollow end-links to fit tighter and it was still unsatisfying making the watch feel cheap. I also don't think its a solid bracelet. However, i found a solid stainless steel oyster style bracelet with screw links, milled clasp, divers extension for $40. i had to sand down the solid end-links to get it to fit and its not perfect, but superior to the old bracelet. it now has a nice balanced weight, better fit, and the 20mm - 16mm taper is noticeably more comfortable. In the end it is a great piece and i take pride in putting my own work into it, but i ended up paying around $120 in total. I would've went for the Pagani design sub or the Loreo Sub, but this was at the time when covid-19 just came out in china and these watches come from china. but i think now it is safe to say you should get either of those if you're looking for value for money. EDIT: About a week after being set, it has gained +/- 45 seconds.

I love my pro diver. I faded the bezel to give it sort of a vintage vibe and I use it as a tool watch when Im not wearing my G-Shock. I'm taking it to the beach today and don't have to worry about it.

I bought an invicta chrono quartz for $69 in vegas with a blue sunburst dial about 8 years ago. Not outlandish or garish at all and gets more compliments than anything else I own. Crazy.

Great video Jody. Nice to see an honest review of a low end watch, rather than just dismissing it as a "fake" because it dares to resemble the brand leader in watches 👍

Treasure, since it's not fast fashion and swiss made-ish.

Bought one of these nearly two years ago and I really like it. I wear it all the time and it keeps great time. Paid £89 UK on Amazon from a USA dealer including postage. I bought an Orient Blue Ray II at the same time for around £120 UK. Really like the Orient too but don't wear it as much as the Black dialed Invicta.

Just got mine, went with pre-owned; came with the psuedo pelican case and complete shrink wrapped. Cant complain $72 and its not evident its been used that I can find at least. Great video, thanks for posting!👍

20atm and seiko movement cant go wrong!

As usual J, nice review. I really enjoy that you always make a real effort to remain objective and unbiased, regardless of the brand. You've done your job. In the end, it's it's up to the person putting up the $$ to determine what is right and good for them.

I guess I'm old - I still remember ordering these things before ShopNBC off the young internet before the second hand came with the wings. They weren't great, but they were automatic and certainly more interesting than any similarly priced Fossil or Guess WaterPro of the day. Certainly, there are better options these days at the low end, but 20 years ago, the Invicta Pro Diver was paving the way for the microbrands we have today.

See the Invicta Signature 7042! Stunning, 200m WR, NH36A, sapphire coated, 40 mm case, 100 USD.

I wish Invicta still made with the Miyota movement as people seem to have much better results with them. I have one from 2018 using the Seiko NH35A and it's honestly only had issues with the movement. Crown won't always go to the first position, and it's slowly been getting worse timekeeping to the point where it is now 2 MINUTES a day slow. Otherwise everything else is really great for the money. I've been pleasantly surprised with the case, dial, applied markers, etc.

Look for it on Amazon Prime day, I got mine for $44 usd. I've had it for a year now and no complaints for the price.

I had one of these Invicta's about a year ago. Swapped the rattly bracelet for a NATO and loved the watch. I somehow lost it in the house. You would not believe how many times I have torn the house upside down trying to find it. I recon a workman/cleaner knicked it!

I have had my Red faced Diver for 10+ years and still awesome, have replaced about a battery per year (maybe longer), but it is still my favorite watch, I only paid about 60 bucks from Overstock and shows very little wear.

I got the pro diver for 50 usd and because of that I bought two more invictas the aviator for 50usd and I force. For 50 usd. I spent around 165 usd for 3 invictas feeling like a winer

Jody, you should check out the Pro Diver 7041. Not sure what it's an homage of, but it has the NH36 and much better lume (at least mine does!)

I have 3 of these watches, 1 all stainless Black Dial, 2 Blue face, two tone Stainless & Gold. I have had them for 10 years or so. They still run and keep time like new. Several friends saw mine and got one or two for themselves. Same story still going strong after 10 years. Can't beat them for the $80 ea, I spent 10 years ago.

That was a balanced fair review of the Invicta Professional Diver. I might have picked one up years ago if I hadn’t read so many accounts of hands and crown falling off.

I'm definitely ordering this watch next.

Nice and fair review. You might have mentioned that the quartz version offers a lower price and greater accuracy and durability.

Love this watch. Wear it every day. However, the screw down crown stripped out after about 2 years. I had it repaired for about the cost of a replacement watch and it lasted another 2 years. Now I use it without being able to screw down the crown. It would be cheaper just to buy another than to repair it again.

I’m almost 16 and have been getting into watches for about a month now and I know invicta gets a lot of hate, but this invicta is going to be my first automatic watch! I’m very excited to get it.

The star feature of the Invicta is the NH35A movement, which is often found in more expensive homage dive watches. The rest of it is decidedly budget. But it is a great watch at the price and also a great watch to "mod" . Nice video

Love the invicta pro diver got 4

Had my bluesy for a while, I probably got the watch bug from my time with the prodiver, and it's made me appreciate the industry so much more as a consequence! For the money, it's a bargain. Many people compliment it and people have actually mistaken it for a subby, even if only a few times!!

I've had my pro diver for a couple years. I only paid $100 on amazon, great watch, I get compliments on it all day, 44m, love it. Wear it with no fear of damage.

Have one of these and the slightly larger 420 pro diver in titanium. Solid watches with a good movement.

I never ever seen a watch with a steel, or stainless steel clasp that never made a noise when you shake it, wow really lol

I had this watch and I loved it for a little beater watch. Picked it up on amazon prime day for $45. Just sold it on offer up for $35 after a year. Not too shabby.

I own 20 Invicta's some with many amazing movements. ETA's, ETA Val's, Silleta 200& 500, Rhonda and many more mechanicals. I love them all. I also own about 10 Aragon's also amazing. Great Video and Thanks for sharing. I do old two Rolex Old Man small watches mainly ss and 18k. Just not me way to small.

Great review Jody! I wear from 40 mm pro divers to 50mm pro diver,luv them all,I hav fun wearing my watches,that’s what matters to me,,thanks !

I own 3 invictas 2 pro divers and the grand diver and for the money their a bloody bargain and the pro diver range by invicta are much better quality than similar watches from Ali baba and ali express.

I bought an Invicta pro diver and I really like it. It's been keeping great time with the Sieko movement and is a great every day watch.

Definitely will be getting my hands on one soon

I love my invicta watches, check out the automatic r150 with diamonds is super cool.

I had this exact watch and for £60 it was great, i sold after a year when i became a bit of a snob. I then gave myself a good talking to and bought another one for my son for his first auto watch, the quality between the two was markedly different. My sons bezel action is horrible and the cyclops is a bit wonky too.

I really love my Pro Diver 9094OB. Been using it for almost two years and it's become my daily driver. I have bought so many other watches since I got it but I keep gravitating back to it. It's made well enough, has that timeless (well, not literally) look, has solid links (unlike most Seiko 5 models that cost more), and since it's not that pricey you don't worry about taking it to seedy places. Really great watch.

Love my Invicta Pro Diver watch. So many Aholes comparing to their RLX. It really is a great great watch for the price. Still drives people so crazy!!!