Invicta Men's Pro Diver Automatic Watch

Beautiful watch, great price.

Item description: Invicta Pro Diver Automatic Stainless Steel Brand: Invicta Item: B07M5J8QWM Date received: 2023-07-02 Headline - 3- to 4-digit caliber watch at a 2-digit price Product Claims 1 ct, stainless steel Invicta Pro Diver model 29177 automatic (self-winding) Diver's Watch I received exactly what was claimed in the product description. It was professionally boxed in a nice Invicta hinged box. After a number of hours of evaluating other watches I was hopeful for this one, but what I got blew away my expectations. My requirements: I was looking for low maintenence (stainless steel, and at least a mineral crystal - a sapphire crystal would have been ideal but I have to manage my expectations in my price range, and while we're on that I was hoping to stay inside a <=US$120 price), self-winding (automatic - non-battery), waterproof (screw-in crown), a band that I am capable of adjusting myself, and an accuracy capable of maintaining a reasonable time (plus or minus a minute) for multiple days. I also wanted a watch with a "masculine, rugged but professional" look - a subjective thing. My research: I have a quartz watch that retails for >$400, and it keeps time to within a second. I have to give that level of accuracy up for a self-winding watch in my price range. It turns out that non-quartz, non-battery, self-winding mechanical watches that are not in the "ridiculous" price range, typically have guaranteed accuracies in the -20 to +40 seconds per day (temperature dependent), with individual watches often bettering that number but not guaranteed to do so. I would prefer better accuracy, but I was willing to compromise to that level (worst-case) in order to get everything else at a lower price. I found a lot of inexpensive watches that met most of the criteria, but not all (especially not the self-winding requirement). I found a few watches that met all the criteria, but the cheapest of them was $200+, if not several times that. Then I found this watch and it seemed almost too good to be true. The reviews were largely optimistic so I decided to take a risk and ordered it. What I found with this watch: Very attractive packaging: supremely suitable for gifting Assembly location: Malaysia Power: self-winding, allegedly 41 hour power reserve (I haven't tested that yet) Movement: Seiko NH35A Japanese movement with 24 jewels, beats at 21,600 bph (6 beats per second), includes hacking (ability to stop and adjust the second hand independent of the minute/hour hands), hand-windable, and impossible to over-wind Construction: stainless steel, diver's watch with screw-in crown (rated as water-resistant at 200m), self-adjustable metal band with a safety clasp Look and feel: It has that subjective "masculine rugged but professional" look Weight: (less one link) 140.33 grams Size: 32 mm crystal, 42 mm bezel ring, 13.9 mm thick (15 mm to the top of the date bezel) Features: Luminous hands and dial hours, sweep second hand, date (but not day or month), easy to adjust My immediate experience: I opened the box, pulled it out (hands were already moving as I pulled it out), removed the crystal protection films, adjusted the time and date on the watch, did a manual wind, and immediately wore it for a day. The band was too loose so I pulled the micro-adjustment in on the closure as far as it would go, and that helped, but it was still able to rotate on my wrist, so on the second day I removed a link from the band, which went fairly quickly and well, and gave me the tightness that I was looking for without being overly tight. I appreciate that I can make major and minor adjustments on the band without needing to take it to a jeweler. What level of accuracy did I get? On my first two consecutive days it was 6 seconds fast each day. Better than guaranteed by the movement, and better than expected, so I'm very happy with that. What did I not get? Everything that was promised was delivered. However, since I brought it up, for the price I did not get a sapphire crystal (but of course it does not come with that). My only real quibble is with the nighttime luminosity - I found that the luminous hands and dial markers are rather dim; yes, they are there and usable, but they are difficult to see until your eyes adapt to the darkness.

Just today received my new Invicta 42mm Silver Pro Diver Model 21978 with the stainless steel jubilee bracelet from Amazon. Delivery from Amazon was quite fast, in 2 days as promised. The watch arrived in the classic yellow Invicta watch box including the standard instruction manual and Invicta polishing cloth. Given the price point, the build quality for this watch appears to be well above my initial expectation. Took it to my local jeweler who quickly sized it to my 7.25" wrist. As you can see from the photo, at 42mm, this watch is rather large, but is very much to my liking. The black dial with silver indices and silver markings on the black bezel is very readable. Although the design is clearly a homage to the Rolex Submariner, the Invicta branding makes it clear that this is not a Submariner. And, at $75.50, the value of this 200M dive rated watch is extraordinary. The bezel rotation and crown action is very positive and very smooth. The jubilee bracelet is comfortable and quite adequate. The Seiko NH35A Japanese automatic movement has a long history for quality and mechanical accuracy. I have not been a fan of Invicta watches in the past, however, I love the way this Invicta Pro Diver looks on my wrist and like the overall quality. I plan to provide a more in-depth review after a few months. If you are thinking about buying this 42mm Pro Diver and have any questions about this Invicta watch, please do not hesitate to leave a comment. Update 03/10/2021 Its been three weeks since I received my new Invicta 42mm Diver and I am so thrilled with it that I could not wait a few months to post an update. This watch looks and feels so much better than expected. The quality at this price point is nothing short of amazing. I have worn it on and off together with my Seiko SKX007 pretty much every day, and will often keep it on to sleep at night with no issues. The black dial with white lume indices is crisp and easily readable. The bezel is piano black with silver minute marks which provides a nice compliment to the black dial. It also lines up perfectly with the chapter ring and the rotation, although quite firm, is smooth and precise. The lume is not as good as a Seiko SKX007, but it is quite adequate. With a 30 second charge, the lume will pretty much last all night. The Japanese NH35A caliber movement is a real workhorse, is quite reliable, and makes for a great daily tool watch. The jubilee bracelet is very attractive and is quite comfortable. After having it sized by my local jeweler, I decided I needed to tighten it up a bit which I was able to do very easily with the 4 micro adjustments on the clasp. I really cannot say enough good things about this 42mm Submariner homage. I have never been a fan of the oversized Invicta quartz watches, however, this 42mm automatic is something quite special to me. Some reviews have criticized the Invicta branding on this diver, however, I tend to like it and think it adds its own charm to this beautiful timepiece. If you can find this watch at or below $75 dollars, I would not hesitate to recommend that you make the purchase. You will not be disappointed!

Great looking watch. I don’t know why all the hate towards Invicta. Love everything about this purchase except for one thing. How I wish Amazon would stop passing off items to USPS to finish the delivery. That is my only gripe.

So, I have a lot to say and only write reviews when a product really rubs me the right way, 100%. So, here we go : Excellent watch! Love the colorway, movement and pretty much everything about the watch. Feels great on and has micro adjustment options on the jubilee bracelet. Beautiful watch. My only criticism is that the edges on the inner lug edges are a bit sharp where they meet the solid end link and the finish on the top of the lugs could afford to be finished more smoothly. Not terrible, but an improvement could afford to be made in that respect. The bezel can be a bit hard to turn at times if you don't have the right grab on it, but it is solid and sound when it does turn. No back play on mine and lined right up on the money as well. That part is not a criticism, but just something I found, could just be me though, who knows. Now, don't get me wrong, I absolutely love the watch! And I would and likely will buy another in the future just to have an extra, but just giving some constructive criticism regarding the lugs. Overall, don't hesitate to pick one up if you like a crisp, clean looking watch that has some life to it, is pretty hefty and is well made. At 42mm and a nice chunky case to boot, it feels great wearing it if you like to know you're wearing your timepiece when you wear it. Now, mine came with the rotor that did not include the yellow signature sticker, but it still looks nice and clean looking at the exhibition window. The movement and exhibition feature is still a nice one, sticker or not. And no doubt, it is a true Invicta. My thoughts are that some of the more recently produced/manufactured models are just kind of hit or miss with that, but I don't mind. If you worry it is a fake, please don't. It's a real one. Bang for buck is spectacular. Get one while you can. I wanted to be able to sport mine immediately, and with spring time coming soon it will just mix well with a nice, sunny day. It seems Invicta must be having a hard time keeping up with the demand for this one, among many others they produce. I ordered mine when it was out of stock here on Amazon and was so happy that they restocked pretty quickly. Just get one (at least) and enjoy it. That's what it's about. Trust me, it's well worth the purchase. Wear it with pride, take time to enjoy the watch and life, and all the best!

Let me preface my review by stating that I have 23 3 hand automatic Divers ranging from Seiko, Omega, Breitling and of course INVICTA My 1st INVICTA started with the 4605 43MM automatic, Miyota Movement and it has been a work horse, totally indestructible. For over 10 years I have gone snorkeling, worked on my collector cars and not pampered this watch and other then the crystal losing it's clarity and hazy but it still cleans up like new. I have 2 Grand Divers (3044) (18160) which are 47MM and a wonderful value. I was extremely cautious about pulling the trigger on the 42MM INVICTA (29178) mainly because of the jubilee bracelet. After the watch arrived in what had to be the cheapest watch box I have ever seen, even for INVICTA standards (most of my INVICTA's came in bright yellow leather? cases with a decent warranty card, hang tag and polishing cloth) but that's where my negatives feeling subsided. After hand winding the watch the NH35A Japanese Movement kept great time over a week with a 28 hr power reserve. Don't be fooled by the Swiss Movement description by the seller!! I think it would be obvious that you can't by a Swiss Automatic for less then $150.00 The crown is much smaller then my other INVICTA's and I do not have large hands so it's a problem setting the time, date etc. The Lum is marginal at best, not as good as my Grand Diver. Since I don't own the 8926OB, I assume that this just a slightly larger case (42MM vs 40MM) but much lighter then my 43MM Pro Diver. The cyclops over the date is perfectly aligned and no complaints about the crystal or bezel. My concern about the jubilee bracelet is over with much less "chatter" then my SEIKO SKX007. Although it does not compare to my OMEGA, this watch is a no brainer for the price I paid. No wonder the vendors are having a difficult time keeping them in stock. Also, I highly suggest having a jeweler size the jubilee bracelet. It was well worth the $15.00. I'll post some pic's on the wrist, but if you are considering your 1st INVICTA, I would highly recommend this over the 8926OB for your starter. As for the other INVICTA over-sized watches 48MM and larger I am not a fan, but the company know's that the Pro Divers are their bread and butter.

Great watch with $100. But the band is super wore out feeling so I ordered a new one get what you pay for

Nice watch I love to wear it

Nice watch. I love it. Strap is a bit light but it makes sense considering the case weight is already there.

Boutique watch, extremely well made, but at a fraction of the price

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Good watch

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