Good...But Overhyped! - Invicta Pro Diver 1953 Review

In this Invicta Pro Diver 1953 review video, I analyse the brands most hyped-up release ever. This is also known as the Invicta Pro Diver 31290 and this thorough Invicta 1953 review analyses the design, quality and execution of the dive watch. to decide whether it's worth your money or not!
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[@TheBoldHairspring]

Hey, all cool Ben! As I said I'm actually happy you've found and watched one of my videos! Cheers, Ivan!

[@sheldonwhite4960]

They are great watches for sure I'm wearing one right now on my way Invicta pro diver I got the version of the Rolex in sarina

[@Northanteus]

I just bought a Pro Diver 8928OB for $45 on Amazon (limited time deal, go check it out and get it while you can). This watch has a Seiko NH35A movement! That, alone, is worth $45! My bezel has NO play in it. The bezel perfectly matches up with the hours, too. Looks like I lucked out then, eh? ☺️ Well worth the money!

[@NobleKnowledgeofphilly]

I guess my comments left a mark in Pryor videos everybody's realizing now that I was right Invicta is the brainchild to all the designs and styles that we love and nobody gives them their respect they deserve especially when it came to the Pepsi watch the Pepsi watch came out in 53 also from evicted which was red and blue rubies and Rolex drop their first Pepsi in 1954 which was a homage to Invicta Invicta was an amazing company he's still an amazing company and the reason that people don't give them their credit is because the price is so cheap people assume that they are cheap watches and they are homage watches but the truth really is the first one to find land to grow food on can feed the rest of the people at a good price so companies like Rolex came along and said can we have a piece of the land in the Invicta watch company based out of Switzerland said sure you can have this much of the land but.... but.... you will not get shovels and picks as cheap as us and horses you will pay a lot more for horses shovels and picks

[@maxheadroom4777]

After much back and forth, I almost kept ordering it, but then the price was suddenly set up again, and the black version had to be imported from the USA. At the same time, Seiko drives half the price of the new SRPD 73 K2 and then the choice became easy. $ 800 less for a Seiko and now it's on its way to me. 😊After much back and forth, I almost kept ordering it, but then the price was suddenly set up again, and the black version had to be imported from the USA. At the same time, Seiko drives half the price of the new SRPD 73 K2 and then the choice became easy. $ 800 less for a Seiko and now it's on its way to me. 😊After much back and forth, I almost kept ordering it, but then the price was suddenly set up again, and the black version had to be imported from the USA. At the same time, Seiko drives half the price of the new SRPD 73 K2 and then the choice became easy. $ 800 less for a Seiko and now it's on its way to me. 😊After much back and forth, I almost kept ordering it, but then the price was suddenly set up again, and the black version had to be imported from the USA. At the same time, Seiko drives half the price of the new SRPD 73 K2 and then the choice became easy. $ 180 less for a Seiko and now it's on its way to me. 😊I guess I got a nice deal.

[@ernobuzas9381]

Invicta is nice and all, but what we all really want is original Spaghetti Scametti, without the middle man

[@MJFallout]

It's true, I was told SPSC offers High-end Luxury watches at Bargain Bin prices and with no middle people anywhere! It's incredible.👉💰💰👈 !!!1

[@miguelteixeira4134]

Their best is the small seconds dress watch model. The deluxe super classic calatromba in 24k rose zinc galvanizing is miles ahead of any rolex. Alpha m even agrees with me

[@frankdux5693]

@@miguelteixeira4134 I hav that watch. It was my exit watch.

[@Gasta1983]

@@frankdux5693 lol exit watch))

[@allyw7405]

I’ll even pay the middle man for one, it’s that good

[@ZCherish]

1953 owner here - no issue with alignment, I agree in regards to the lume color (to add to that, it is functionally useless), bracelet quality is standard for a pro diver but I REALLY would have loved more taper, and the build quality is indeed very impressive. I love mine.

[@hackyou360]

Just got picked one up as a gift and I 100% agree! 👌🏼 Also no issues with the alignment on the bezel

[@stenerline]

I've owned mine since release, it's a nice beater and I have mine on a nice shark mesh. PS also no misalignment here, but the small lume dot on the top bezel triangle fell off😂 - but yeah the lume lasts no more than 15 minutes so..

[@AliasEveWatches]

Perhaps it was because it was hyped so much by others, that it elevated your expectations.

[@dave-ld8mo]

Ben on the Regular Pro Diver: the watch is too similar to the original. I wish they would have done something more unique. Ben on Vintage Pro Diver: the watch is ok, but I wish it would be closer to the original Invicta: my boy Ben is really hard to please

[@snowmean1]

Speaking about affordable watches you need to keep in mind that in order to maintain lower cost they have to stick to case/bezel/bracelet/calibre options which are already in production for a reasonable price. Of course they could re-engineer the case, bezel and crystal to match original Rolex, but that would require custom production line for each of that component which significantly increase the cost of the watch, and I bet you would have more complains if you would pay 3 times more for that Invicta. At the end of the day, you just cannot decline that you are actually comparing $100 watch to a multi-thousand rolex.

[@Ghidorah96]

Pagani design managed to do this in creating a watch that is affordable and having all the specs

[@max420thc]

If you notice people are always comparing a invicta to a Rolex on KZbin. That says a lot for the invicta and not much for the Rolex actually.

[@MiguelGarcia-vj7oo]

​@@max420thcwell you have to compare Invicta to Rolex when the all the prodivers are trying to look like a Rolex........ People do the same when talking about the Casio duro.......

[@david-wo7kz]

Loudest watch brand ever? You forgot Richard Mille

[@EEE_MMM]

Jacobs & Co. also isn't the first brand to come to mind when thinking of understated designs.

[@oscarosullivan4513]

The holy trinity of loudness, Invicta,Richard Mille and Jacob and Co. Fun fact Conor Mcgregor bought a Jacob Rausputin

[@kiransairam9548]

@@oscarosullivan4513 Only shows how tasteless he is with his choice.

[@oscarosullivan4513]

@@kiransairam9548 Tasteless is his middle name

[@lowersaxon]

I own the watch too and there is nothing to complain about it. Very good built quality, very good crown action, the bezel action is crazy good for the price. The lume could be a little bit better, the lume on the hands fades away more quickly than the markers. I regulated the NH 35A and it runs at ca. - 2 spd. COSC. The watch looks good and is a must have for the price. I like the Pro Divers at 40 to 42 mm, they are outstanding value for the price. Period.

[@michaels5166]

just another lame,gossipy male talking crap about a watch..ignore him

[@Thanos-tm2ng]

@@michaels5166 you okay bro?

[@michaels5166]

@@Northanteus NO, unlike this bozo,YOU told the TRUTH..These watch brand haters are so sad,lonely,and such liars, trying to validate their opinions...So here is what ALL of them do.For example, Billy hates Lexuses and thinks they are overpriced and hyped. He heard one guy say,'yeah Billy,I bought a Lexus and it was a lemon',so Billy,being a whole moron,now writes and says It's a bad brand. It's the mark of a clown..

[@juvedoo99]

@@Northanteus QC can be dodgy, but when you get a good invicta, it’s really good. I have several, and love them. I stay away from the Japan Quartz ones, and try to get the automatics instead.

[@max420thc]

Invicta a Swiss quartz watches are really good. You will find them in their reserve watches, sun aqua watches. When you open them up to change the battery you can really see the build quality. The Swiss auto watches they make are super smooth. You have to pay a bit more for the Swiss quality though.

[@JohnClausen]

Turns out that the Best Invicta is still an Invicta.

[@watchbreaker1706]

Works both ways… this Invicta is still the best Invicta ever… lol.

[@daniellondon6310]

And the worst Invicta is also an Invicta.

[@VintageInvicta]

I think it’s still an great watch, yes there is still room for improvements

[@asd7959]

Give them credit that they didn't make another bastard looking deck compass. At the end of the day you can mod it and make the most out of it. Grabbed mine for 80 quid off amazon

[@olivergille8305]

How did they manage to make a watch look oversized on SHAQ'S WRIST 😂😂

[@scroojmusictutorials4054]

It’s like 60mm case size it’s a massive thing 😂😂

[@rafaelshimabukuro398]

You really should do Spaghetti Scametti watches! I would buy some to support the channel. Obviously, you'd have to drop-ship and be extremely clear that it's a scam without quality control or after-sales support, but if you let us I'm sure many of us would like to help you out somehow!

[@brianmsahin]

I definitely agree, but it should come with a cardboard dial, misaligned plastic hands, a cyclops that doesn't line up, and a 1 dollar quartz movement, all for the amazing price of €2500, reduced to €199 due to the missing middle man!

@@brianmsahin that sounds fair.

[@justinx2699]

Excellent review! Excited for your next upload 😁

[@hb9145]

I own a dual tone pro diver, and couldn't happier. For a good looking watch with a reliable automatic Seiko movement, one can't complain. I think the 1953 diver looks great on all pictures you have shown.

[@Olddirtytiger]

Back in stock ooooo nice.... I have the half green bezel one love it, a domed crystal would look amazing but its one of my faves regardless, nice honest review

[@bestvaluewatches]

I really do like how they finished the case differently then the usual pro divers. I’m definitely going to get myself the black as well as the Black/Red “Coke” Bezel version! It has its flaws but it works for me. Thinking it could look good on a leather strap as well!

[@FT4Freedom]

It looks quite good. Invicta knows what they are doing. They cut the right corners for a daily watch.

[@juvedoo99]

And interestingly enough, most automatic Invictas (if in good shape) retain their value in the used market.

[@StrikeWarlock]

@@juvedoo99 Their Swiss heritage hasn't been forgotten.

[@HVG67]

I have 2 1953's that's how much I like them.. This is IMHO still the best homage version of the Rolex version for the price (and not some unknown Aliexpress junk with no warranty). I've had more compliments on this watch than some of my 5 times more expensive watches I own. But yeah never pay more than retail. That's just stupid.

[@corrutodk7131]

Something like this makes me love my original BB58 even more! Great videos Ben!

[@suikakujun]

Good to hear a not "Everthing is marvelous" review! Great job Ben!

[@I-Libertine]

I learned a lot here. Not just about this watch, but how to think a bit more critically about my watch fixations...Thanks!

[@Tdr-jv2nc]

Hey Ben, great video 👍🏻 have you seen the new Certina diver 38mm?

[@nationharris]

Not gonna lie, when looking for my first auto I really considered the Invicta Pro Diver, if not for the Invicta engraved on the side I probably would have gone with it.

[@nimmichagger165]

Very balanced review - thanks, Ben!

[@jamesblonde2271]

Like these, gonna get on the website, been missing for years

[@richardgregg2366]

Good review, many thanks. Quick question; as you finish adjusting the time and start to wind back on the crown screw thread after taking up the slack on the spring, does yours still feel like it is still winding up the mechanism? Mine does, and I'm not sure that should be correct...many thanks in advance. 👍

[@leonelsilva9734]

The modern version of the 1953 Rolex Sub, is the Tudor Black bay, but for the price this Invicta is really nice option to scratch this itch...! Great video!...subscribed😊

[@robc8468]

My grail watch is is a Tudor black bay 58 as soon as I add another $500k to my net worth, I will buy it, meanwhile it is Orient, Seiko, Tissot, and Invicta 40mm divers.

[@frankdux5693]

@@robc8468 mate, it would cost about £40 per month on interest free credit for the blackbay. 500k to your net worth lol. I bet you spend more on a mobile phone contract than the 40 quid it would cost to buy a blackbay.

[@resjon7981]

@@frankdux5693 So true.

[@skyzthelimitap5515]

Invicta, $1,000,000 on sale for $399 limited edition

[@DavidDatura]

I think that Invicta rotor is a Seiko one with an Invicta sticker stuck on. Still, I think this is step forward for the company.

[@bloblanticor]

Of course it is, that's a plus in my book though.

[@calumroberts1212]

Hey Ben, I'm not sure if you know but they've actually rereleased this now. I picked one up the other day - lume colours match throughout and the crown seems to have slightly better machining. They're also coming in a white version of the regular box now instead of the old lunchbox.

[@fLaMePr0oF]

Great review and just confirms my recent decision to get a Pro Diver 8928OB (I'm a sucker for a blue dial) over the 1953. Incidentally I was blown away by the accuracy of my 8928OB, out of the box it was regulated to -1 to +1 seconds per day in all positions, when worn I'm finding it consistently loses about about half a second a day which to my mind is amazing for a £74 automatic! I also bought a Casio A700 after seeing your reviews of it, absolutely love it but unfortunately it's a little small for my fat wrists so is going to my daughter who loves the 80's retro look Finally I also recently bought a Casio Edifice EFS-S550PB-1AVUEF, another great value and great looking Casio I'd love to see you review :)

[@Northanteus]

I just bought a Pro Diver 8928OB for $45 on Amazon (limited time deal, go check it out and get it while you can). This watch has a Seiko NH35A movement! That, alone, is worth $45! 🤣 My bezel has NO (not even a TINY bit of) play in it. NO PLAY! The bezel perfectly matches up with the hours, too. Well worth the money! I am fairly new to buying watches, so this is great! ☺️ P.S. I bought it on Amazon US, and not 100% sure if they're doing the same limited time deal on EU... ?

[@davidgarciagarrido129]

Thank you for the sincere review. Tempted to buy one for some time and was put off by the ridiculous prices......fortunately, as it has turned out. I think you have made your point very eloquently. Keep up the good work.

[@michaels5166]

There was no point is comparing a Rolex and Invicts,unless that person is a total moron...Just like there's no comparison between a Timex and an Omega....

[@michaels5166]

invicta...is a company that makes some homage watches..it is not the same watch..

[@Marco-ls6ou]

Well Done! I just got one! Thanks!

[@EduardoBenfield]

I looove your videos and how you make your reviews! thanks! Please make a comparison over the Casio Databanks (calculators) pleeeease!!!

[@pdmotors5027]

Thanks for an honest review of a watch I always fancied adding to my collection.. I know very well that sinking feeling when you unbox your new watch. To be honest, my tastes have gone in another direction since I first saw this. So I think I will dodge the bullet on this one👍

[@oscarosullivan4513]

2:43 that diesel is hideous

[@normpearce7897]

hi great video!!I was a very lucky person I had sent my pro Diver back for a service.i use in invicta in holland.when the watch came back.they had sent news of the new 1953 watch which I ordered straight a way.it came about three months later.i think the first version is the .best.mine still going strong.no probs with it at all cheers norm.

[@jeb-zf4un]

Thanks Ben. Balanced review.

[@stephenkoss2763]

I recently got the pro diver that you’ve previously reviewed, and it came in the same box as this 1953

[@Martin-hl7yz]

Ben, I agree with your assessment of the Invicta ProDiver 1953. I didn't notice the bezel alignment issue at the 9 and 3, however, until you pointed it out. Regarding the difference in luminescence color between the hand and dial markers, I also didn't notice this until pointed out. When I saw it, I was not bothered, since I've also seen this on my Omega GMT, including the slightly green tint to the lume. HOWEVER, since I wear my watches to bed, and look at them in the middle to the night to check the time when all was dark, I noticed I could see the dial markers fine, but the hands didn't were hardly visible While minor, because I don't positively NEED to read my watch at night, I found this to be VERY irritating. I understand your comment about the thinness of the bezel, although this also didn't trouble me at first. What DID trouble me, was that I noticed that the bezel shown on the Invicta website, on your review, and most other website and review photos, the markers on the actual watch I received where THINNER than those seen on the websites. I didn't find the thinner markers as attractive and felt the fell short of any similarity to the Original 1953 Rolex 6204. Again, while it didn't bother me at first, thanks to your review I now feel myself wondering how the watch would look if it were more consistent with the 6204 in terms of the bezel, the diameter, and the crystal. On the whole, though, I still love this watch. But now, thanks to you, Ben...I find myself wondering..."if only." Love your reviews, by the way, and am faithful follower. Oh! Almost forgot. From my research, I found original Rolex 6204's sell for hundreds of thousands of pounds and dollars rather than the tens of thousands you mentioned.

[@bubbachuck9186]

The only invicta watch I’ve ever took a chance on because invicta watches are truly gaudy and huge on the wrist.But I must admit that I really think the watch is very good.I don’t know if you were using stock video or your own but the lume both on the hands and hour markings match on my 1953,there is no color difference at all.The watch I have aligns perfectly.Maybe the stars aligned and granted me a good watch.So if your thinking about buying an invicta,this is the one you should choose.

[@debtsooB990]

I was kind of nervous when I received a gift set of 4 Invicta Pro Diver’s for my birthday recently. However, I love them. They’re my first automatic watches and none of them are the 1953 in this review. They’re not overly busy (shocking for Invicta), and each of the colors I have look really good in their own way. Also I’m delighted to report that they no longer have the engraving on the side of the case! The lume of the watch hands and markers are the same color, and referring to your initial pro diver review, the lume lasts way longer than I expected! I will say they are fairly large, with a 48mm case diameter, but they look really well-proportioned on my abnormally large wrists. I would love to see you review the larger pro-diver if you got a chance, just to see what you think of it. Great video!

[@amoledzeppelin]

NH35A has a date disc. Did they remove it, as well as one crown position, or is it still there and just hidden by the dial?

[@allthingsrandom8137]

I know it’s overhyped, but still the only Invicta I’d wear

[@simonbailey2151]

They have also reissued one of their vintage chronograph designs from the 1960s , but with a quartz movement. Ref 35113. Definitely worth a look for a dressy grab and go watch (and I’m not an Invicta fanboy, these are the only two ones I like, haha)

[@drorwis1]

I really don't like invicta, but for the right price this seems to be an o.k buy, and i do find it's design rather nice and understated (did i just said "understated" on an invicta???). Nice review!

[@stevefox8605]

Agree, it's a 75% watch- good fauxtina lume and a domed crystal & it'd be there. Excellent review, thank you 👍🏻👍🏻

[@soccer7901]

I got mine and I love the watch and the packaging. Compared to Seiko, Citizen and Fossil packaging Invicta does packaging much better.

[@tonymccafferty7696]

Great review Ben. Now you've pointed out the mismatched lume colours, I can't unsee it! Like a few others here, I paid a bit more and when for the San Martin SN004. 38mm so better for the skinnier-wristed among us.

[@TheBoldHairspring]

San Martin makes some great watches. I got their BB58 homage in blue. A bit expensive but it's awesome. I also have this Invicta and to be honest for 140 euro it's not bad at all.

[@whiteglovewatches9908]

I have a strange relationship with Invicta. I used to buy the smaller, more reserved ones (yes they have those) to wear in the shop so when they got smashed or skidded a few hundred feet across the concrete it would make me giggle instead of die inside. They really can be tough little buggers and even the hand wind ones are super cheap so I’m definitely not a hater but... While I’m happy to see that they are bringing out more much less gaudy watches they still have a very long way to go before I’ll ever consider them a nice watch. I would definitely go with a San Martin or Chronos for a little more but to each their own. Great honest review, always appreciated!

[@pierremystique5335]

Mine arrived Xmas day. Love it.

[@sinjinadams2862]

After one year of ownership, I still absolutely love this watch! Is it the nicest watch I own? Not even close! But being that the Rolex 6204 is my favorite all time watch, a watch I will never own, this watch is still the closest looking watch to the original I have seen. Of my many watches, it's the one I find myself wearing the most. It is super comfortable. The Seiko NH35 movement still runs flawlessly and I have had absolutely no problems with any aspect of the watch. If you want a well made watch that looks like the original Rolex Submariner at a great price, this is the watch.

[@gregpidgeon1167]

You are gaining more and more credibility. Thanks

[@rangorango7545]

I thought I was the only one who thought this watch was overhyped, really good vid though, unbiased I felt, keep it up

[@KabobHope]

A month or so ago I looked for this watch. Since nowhere in their US catalog did this watch appear, I emailed Invicta about this model and they replied that it had been discontinued. I thought about ordering it off eBay where it was $130 at the time, but held off. After seeing this I have a feeling it will reappear sometime around October in time for Christmas and by then I am sure I will have had my fill of divers and still be on the fence which usually means I don't need it.

[@scottmorrison147]

It's been nowhere to be found in the US for over a year now. So Invicta really has discontinued it afterall....

[@adammaher1474]

Where can I get this in the uk Other Than the invicta site as it’s sold out

[@Alan2Bordeaux]

I bought a 1953 - black and red bezel - and I'm really pleased with it. I got it direct from Invicta at less than half the price I would pay for a San Martin, once import duty etc. is added in. The San Martin is gorgeous, but twice the price ?

[@e28forever30]

Decent lume, precise alignment, domed sapphire, my answer is yes!

[@nbcuni]

Those san Martin prices are a joke. Over $300 for their Tudor homage with that glob of a logo they use. Gtfoh.

[@markwolfson2023]

At least you were able to get one, they sold them at the Euro Store. Here in the States, we could not even have one shipped to here from the Euro site. I then call customer service here, and they told me it would be released in February. I have given up, checked just about every day. I really like the 34337, the PVD version. What is nice about these models, is the inner bezel ring is shallow like the Rolex. Much better than staring down the 8926OB's deep dish bezel.

[@scottmorrison147]

It's been said that the reason that we've not seen the 31290 in the US for over a year now is because Invicta discontinued it. The PVD version does look nice.

[@trtmrt2203]

Well done!

[@kiwicory100]

hey Ben, I know this is a little older video...but I just ordered this watch 115.00 USD. I plan per your suggestion to put a domed crystal on it and a bond nato. I'd rather buy this watch, rather than the Pagani design version...of which Pagani QA is dubious at best as I've had a couple and been disappointed with bits falling off. Thanks for your video.

[@atlacatl7501]

I really like this watch for the price of around $100. Yes, San Martin makes a better model but at double the price and a smaller size.

[@red75v67]

I think you're spot on with the review. Plexiglas would have been much better. One of the features I love about Vostoks. Gives an instant vintage vibe.

[@s19pajua13]

Man this is actually a great diver for the money. I just wish they made it smaller since I have small wrists sadly ☹️

[@bloblanticor]

It does wear pretty small though

[@reinulf656]

Totally agree on this review!

[@danielnewton2390]

37 to 38 mm is my favorite size of watch, and if they had gone with the original size for this, I would definitely try and get one.

[@ragnarone5409]

Check out the San Martin '53

[@HaonProductions]

If I didn't already have a pro diver (I believe the same blue-and-gold as you do!) I'd be tempted to go for this... if not for the San Martin vintage diver which I think does the same thing better, but yet I still couldn't bring myself to buy. I think I might just be NH35'd out at this point! Speaking of, did the watch have a ghost date because of the movement?

[@salty_terminal_civilian5374]

I just sold one for 350. I liked it but needed money for another watch and these sell like hotcakes.

[@KenCozine]

I have an 8926 that I modified with a dial that I designed myself. Collectors love to hate Invictas but I have 2 that I think are ok. I had an appointment with my cardiologist one day and he was wearing what I thought was an Invicta 8926. I asked to see it. It was an Invicta but it had an ETA movement, solid end links, and a high quality clasp. I had never seen or heard of such a thing. It looked like an 8926 though from a distance.

[@jo_magpie]

Fully agree, my San Martin(same that's liked) from AliExpress is miles ahead in terms of quality and in terms of cohesion as an homage.

[@chrispurzer9461]

Good job!

[@shanephillips8735]

The San Martin vintage diver is an awesome watch

[@gazookerman1328]

Love my invictas...I treat myself to a new one every once in a while... It's my treat for grafting in a warehouse environment..picking tons of weight, day in, day out... They are great watches..,although I don't own a Rolex or suchlike to compare it to...

[@brianbuchert1521]

I love all my invictas!

[@christianobrien4465]

I also love my invicta watches. And this guy like so many other tiny 38mm Nati strap watch guys sitting at home watching videos playing Xbox in moms basement could never know what it’s like for a real man to work sweat hard then reward himself with a heavier piece of 316L stainless steel with slick looks and precision quality to sport around. Guys like this choose a smaller lower spec watch then crawl over it looking for issues… his wrist looks like it hasn’t seen the sun in years bro.

[@michaels5166]

@@christianobrien4465 amen..Bunch of LAME, lonely,and gossipy boys...Imagine a grown man worrying about how another spends his damn money..this is creepy..

[@TheBoldHairspring]

1:10 Flattered you "stole" 2 seconds from my review 😂

[@IdeaStudioBKK]

Oh snap....

[@BensWatchClub]

Indeed, I borrowed a very short segment; some great footage! As you might know from my other videos, I usually give on-screen credit to any channel I use short segments of footage from. Unfortunately, given the more critical/negative tone of this one, I figured it was better to refrain from that approach, to ensure I don't send a wave of unwarranted criticism to those creators; as there are always a few viewers that take things a step too far. Hope that makes sense haha

[@TheBoldHairspring]

@@BensWatchClub No worries Ben, I'd have appreciated if you had given credit to my channel but it's fine!

[@BensWatchClub]

If I use any of your footage in future and the video isn't critically toned, credit text will be there for sure (as with every creator) no problem 👍 I kind of play it on the safe side so as not to cause unnecessary drama in the KZbin community

[@tikkathreebarrels]

So, looks vintage, but doesn't? You've saved me from a mistake - cheers!

[@Martin-hl7yz]

Ben, I enjoyed your video on the Invicta 1953 Pro Diver Homage watch. Sadly, I agree with you regarding the direction Invicta has taken. Also agree this is the best Invicta I have seen so far. However, one can only hope that it isnt the best watch that Invicta will ever produce as you quoted some folks as saying (I believe this is a cynical view, but not without good reason). Im attaching a link on the History of the Rolex Sub 6204. In it, youll find a few items that indicate just how difficult and impractical it would actually be for the average person o obtain an original 6204, making the Invicta product very attractive: 1) they had a VERY short production time (about 1 year), and 2) because of this few are available, and rather than costing $30,000, you quoted, the original 6204 price has been skyrocketing, and is now in the 6-figure range. Also note that they are not usually in very good condition unless re-dialed (which would take away from the "originality" one was seeking by purchasing an actual 6204. and that the original radium indices, while now having lost their lume, are still very radioactive and typically should be replaced. Youre right, Invicta didnt do an EXACT copy of the original 6204, but very, very close. The oft-referenced Back Bay 58 by comparison, while an excellent watch, is not even in the ballpark in terms of being similar (in image at least) to the 6204. See attached link: www.bobswatches.com/watch-resources/rolex-submariner-ref-6204-history

[@prakhartrivedi1788]

please review the zeppelin lz127 chronograph/ the seiko spc131p1.

[@sheilastallard]

I'm looking at buying my hubby a dive watch. Seiko have a nice range but having "PADI" approved on the watch make it any better?. Invicta watches , seen these on cruise ships at very high prices but never bought one. Stay Safe!!

[@Gisae]

I sold it 1 day after receiving it, mainly due to the hight of the case and the folded end-links. It wears quite blunt.

[@scottmorrison147]

This watch begs for a NATO. Love mine on a Phenomenato. Awesome!

[@chriskilner4110]

Good honest review, but you may have been too tough on the Invicta since the listed San Martin "alternative" in 2022 ( at 2.5X the $88 price I paid with free 2-day shipping ... as opposed to weeks-long delivery) is not necessarily being cross-shopped with the Invicta 1953s. I was cross-shopping the various flavors of the 1953 with the Invicta 8926OB and the Seiko SNK80x (i.e., sub-$100 automatics from Amazon). The finishing, bezel action, and legibility (with no silly date/cyclops) of the 1953 is well worth a $9 premium over the 8926OB... and the gilt dial and hands, coin-edge bezel, and brushed bracelet have a nice vintage vibe (and are nice upgrades over the 8926OB). The smaller SNK comes on a (so-so) canvas strap, and lacks hacking / hand winding / and 200m WR. Also, its fleiger-style dial has so-so legibility (with the day/date and Seiko 5 branding ruining any vintage vibe). These issues make the $12 premium for a Seiko seem unwarranted. If size accuracy (37-38mm) and a domed crystal of the original are important, then so is the lollipop second hand and printed bezel without second markings from the original that are missing on the San Martin. I purchased the Invicta 1953 #34333 (Batman bezel) and agree that the lume sucks - it is too green and too weak - but I can live with that since it is a "desk diver" (my Casio Duro is my actual diver). I'll also gladly give up a domed crystal to have a thinner, more legible watch. In the $100 range, I think that the Invicta 1953 is untouched as the best vintage diver. The San Martin Retro Water Ghost rules the $250 range, the Glycine Combat Sub 39 rules the $500 range, the Seiko MAS62 reissue rules the $1000 range, and the Tudor BB58 heritage rules the luxury range (imho).

[@MrSysadmin1975]

Ooh, I am working in the office building, famous for Spaghetti Scametti were renting premises in it for some time. Arogant overself-esteemed jerks, but hats off for their initial efforts, they probably made some profit out of it. Regarding the Invicta watch - if it's hands were of some better quality + smaller, more 50s-like font for "1953 automatic", it would look better. And Phil, when's the next Genesis reunion world tour? :)

[@edwinchan5391]

Perhaps you may also take a look on the San Martin SN004? They are similar in some ways as both are inspired by vintage Rolex Sub.

[@scottmorrison147]

Don't care at all for the San Martin mercedes hands. Invicta 1953 pencil hands for the win!

[@user-bv7jc]

I used to have an 8926OB and its NH35A was the BEST movement I have ever owned. Ever. I know I'm going to end up buying this 1953 soon. Ugh. The addiction just never ends.

[@matthewhill3996]

Hey! It’s the 1 non giant model invicta make (2 If you count the pro diver as a seperate 1), but at least they make 1-2 under 47mm watches! Who knew? I thought every single one was at least 47mm!

[@the_9ent]

Refreshingly honest review. This was on my radar but after seeing this, I think I’ll look elsewhere. Cheers

[@the_9ent]

@@MaloCeeEss I’m not saying it’s a bad watch. It’s just as Ben says, hyped for what it offers. Chill.

[@the_9ent]

@@MaloCeeEss 😂🤣👌

[@BensWatchClub]

Jesus Christ Vince get a grip son 😂 if you're in love with this watch, you'll love what Aliexpress has to offer haha

[@bilalafzal8098]

You should really review Escapement Time quartz dress watch with heat-treated seconds hand. Awesome watch for around £70.

[@mikebutler3846]

Good video. I have the Pro Diver and like it. Been collecting watches for about 30 years...and yes, I’ve had Rolexes, Omegas, Tissots, and many others up and down the price range. Don’t think that I will be getting the “1953” though...one Invicta is enough! 😁

[@scottmorrison147]

But this is the one Invicta to have! :)

[@mikebutler3846]

@@scottmorrison147 I do like the coin edge bezel better than the scalloped bezel on my Pro Diver. Maybe one Invicta isn’t enough! 😉

[@JosephAdcock.]

I bought the 38mm quartz veruson of the Pro Diver for a mere 45 euro on Amazon Absolutely crazy value for money

[@eliakuiper4266]

I love mine, it exceeded my expectations, my only complaint is the longevity of the lume (about 5 mins)

[@stickmanbw]

What about your band. Mines feel fake

[@darrensmith6999]

I like Invicta and my favourite pro diver are the little heard of solid bronze watches.

[@Dee_Just_Dee]

I just bought a Pro Diver off of Amazon - May/June 2024. It arrived in a Pelican/Nanuk-style hard plastic case rather than the usual cardboard showcase. Some 5 days into ownership, I can say that the crown and clasp feel pretty good, the dive bezel is satisfyingly solid, and the movement is keeping decent time. The calendar cutout is just right and the cyclops works nicely. But the bracelet... hoo boy. I didn't have any luck removing links, and I just chalked it up to my tools being cheap, and so I decided to bring the watch to a jeweller for bracelet resizing. But it gave him just as much grief as it gave me. He really had to hack at it to get the job done. Basically a big QC fail on Invicta's part as far as the bracelet goes - they just plain machined it all wrong. Oh yeah, and the lume is next-to-worthless. Sure, the watch *_has_* lume, but it fades to nothing in about a minute, as you would expect with a $30 Casio or Timex. I'm still going to say that the Pro Diver is a nice little "baby's first automatic watch" or "beater automatic watch", but that's about it. It offers spectacular value for cost, but it really does show its crudeness and cheapness here and there.

[@leohj1961]

I got one at the beginning of 2024, when it wasn’t all that abundant online, and for $109, I have no complaints. I hate metal straps but replaced it with a rubber one.

[@waalererik]

As usual, an excellent review Ben. Invicta cuts corners, but the masses probably don't care about it, only it's cheap enough. Nothing for me and not an enthusiast's watch I am afraid.

[@ProfessorBernardFuck]

so they released a limited run of a watch for about £60, got a whole load of hype and now they're selling the samw watch for £100?

[@elimelecvillicana8270]

A very balanced and objective review. Well done!

[@DoubleK98]

So, what you're saying is that this watch is Good, But Overhyped! Thank you for enlightening me Ben, really appreciate it. Quality video, as always!

[@jamesblonde2271]

Late comment, I bought one and its fantastic, customer service was first rate, Neils in Europe HQ overnighted me a replecement watch when I chuffed up the address.....10/10

[@jamespmcguire4355]

I've had many invictas. All are well made w/ wonderful attention to details. And let's be clear ,it's a watch, that needs to be reliable, and Invicta is just that.

[@IAmWatcher]

You nailed it with this review. It's a nice enough watch for the money but invicta keeps thinking quantity instead of quality. That's why they probably re-released this model (and in umpteen different color ways too) so I could grab one after watching all the hype reviews. I do wear (and enjoy) it occasionally but i've got me a Glycine Combat Sub Vintage since and that has been on my wrist almost daily for the last month or so.

[@pierremystique5335]

Great watch. Lovely.

[@molin1978]

I had mine delivered a couple days ago, black and orange/red bezel. And I'm kind of disappointed. Same thoughts as you, it's nothing wrong with this watch, it's just not great. I'm considering sending mine back. Maybe black bezel would be better, anyone tried to change the bezel insert? Or maybe someone knows the exact bezel insert size?

[@fknucklewit]

My mate and I both bought Batmans about 18 months ago. I love the watch, one of 18 I own. Comfortable, great size and I love the tapered bracelet. But both our watches are minus the bezel lume pip despite light wear and not even a scratch on either watch. It just fell off somewhere. QC problem. 😢

[@Robosan4000]

It's really tall too. Its got that BB58 slab side thing going on.