Invicta Pro Diver 1953 Review: Great Watch, Great Price

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0:00-0:19 Intro
0:21-1:29 Dimensions & Specifications
1:29-2:46 The Dial
2:46-3:58 Macro Dial
3:58-6:31 The Case
6:31-8:42 How It Wears
8:42-9:50 Lume
9:50-11:14 Pros
11:14-12:27 Cons
12:27-14:28 Final thoughts
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[@1701spacecadet]

Reviewers: laugh at Invicta watches. Invicta: releases the 1953. Laughter stops.

[@theknightswatch]

1701spacecadet pretty much how it goes. Something’s looked down on till it’s not. Yes invicta makes a lot of crazy wacky designs and their biggest claim to fame is an homage, but for the price it’s not bad. A even more historical brand like Squale even has a sub homage. They’re watches, just enjoy them.

[@1701spacecadet]

@@theknightswatch exactly! Even more of a value proposition since Seiko jacked up the prices of the 5 series too.

[@indyjoe36ify]

@@theknightswatch invicta was one of the older watch brands in Switzerland til they were bought up by an American investment firm

[@BensWatchClub]

Looks good to me! No obnoxious giant logo on the dial or engraving on the case. Much better than the regular Pro Diver. Nice job!

[@theknightswatch]

Ben's Watch Club thanks man! And ya completely agree, a classy invicta haha.

[@mohak1990y]

Yeah.. they should come up with NATO or leather straps

[@duncanidaho2130]

I own Invictas. Nice to see a style that people like. A much needed win for Invicta.

[@masudaharris6435]

After fighting the urge for several weeks, I finally took the plunge and bought it. I'm glad that I did since it looks much nicer in person than any of the photos and videos that I have seen.

[@tonyabrego1]

It is a preference not a wrong or right thing. This is the first Invicta that feels good on the wrist, keeps perfect time, simplicity embodies elegance sometimes, and this is one of those times. It’s not a issue but I’ve received compliments on it (probably thought it was a Rolex) I don’t care. ..,I use it everyday. For a $1,000 I could buy 10 more lol. Live long and prosper. You can’t go wrong. This is a well made stainless steel automatic watch. I’m a simple man. If I had $15,000 I would NOT buy a Rolex. P.S. I love vintage look.

[@thomasroach4791]

I was thinking about ordering an Invicta 8926OB, but the logo on the side of the case was a turn off. This is a much better option, cleaner dial with a nice vintage look. Thank you for the review.

[@theknightswatch]

Thomas Roach ya I personally prefer this model much more. Thanks for watching.

[@rcm4u2]

Great review, this is the first invicta I’ll actually get. It’s a beauty. Good job.

[@theknightswatch]

Tom Nosker thanks! It’s not a bad one for sure.

[@mauriciosoto4734]

I have had several homage Invicta and they are great movements, nice, precise and great quality

[@A_Dude_And_His_Watch78]

I don't need it but I want it.

[@theknightswatch]

Haha usually how it goes

[@FINEST-uz9ek]

Funny I was thinking the same... definitely an impulse buy !

[@indyjoe36ify]

Not that expensive. Get one. I bought one for my cousin who's gonna be my best man and I was able to buy myself one too because it is so affordable.

[@watchesgadgetsandstuff]

Great review mate! I would like to get my hands on one of theses... My first Automatic was an Invicta 8926... it was a great watch. This one looks even better...

[@theknightswatch]

Watches Gadgets and Stuff thanks man. I do think this is a definite step up from the regular invicta range. Can’t go wrong for the money!

[@stationplaza4631]

I'm determined more than ever to add this to my Invicta Pro Diver collection. Thanks for a great review.

[@theknightswatch]

Thanks for watching! I’m sure you’ll be happy once you find one!

[@stationplaza4631]

This may be the one to round off my Invicta eight slot collection box with. Thanks for your very fair and well detailed review.

[@theknightswatch]

Hope you can find one soon. Thanks for watching!

[@frankly5171]

Excellent presentation and information. Well done!

[@theknightswatch]

Frank Ly thank you very much!

[@federicoprice2687]

Fully agree with everything you've said. Thanks!

[@fuhrerDIAB]

Thanks for the review. Very well done. I've been wearing the 8926OB pro diver since the fall of 2019 and I absolutely love how it feels on the wrist not to mention the superb NH35A work horse quality movement. After seeing the 1953, I realize that it's a cleaner look and something about its vintage retro appearance makes it very attractive. I checked online and it seems to be out of stock everywhere.

[@theknightswatch]

Thanks for watching. Nothing wrong with the pro diver it’s a great piece. This 1953 I feel is a little more refined. It is currently sold out and I don’t believe corona is helping with supply issues but they will come back eventually.

[@Agent-vj3ns]

@@theknightswatch there's a few on ebay for $110. I just bought 3.

[@acts9531]

Good review, young man. You managed to speak clearly and not say 'now' or other repetitive words over and over again. A lot of people your age haven't figured out not to do that yet. All in all a very good video review. Am I the only one who thinks this watch looks a lot like a Tudor Black Bay?

[@theknightswatch]

Appreciate the kind words. It definitely does have a lot of resemblance to the black bay as both are trying to call back on vintage designs.

[@brianbuchert6382]

Love mine! I added the 007 NATO strap on it and it looks insane!!

[@theknightswatch]

Glad you’re enjoying yours!

[@tawny222]

Great reviews, I bought it. Very nice vintage look. Worn for a week and loss just 35 seconds. Liking this Invicta 1953💪

[@michaelfierman3256]

Somehow I think there may be options in between this and a BB58. Glad you're still making content for us while we are stuck at home.

[@theknightswatch]

Michael Fierman the only other gilt style watches i can think of off the top of my head is the Lorier Neptune, Oris 65 kind of, and a monta. The Lorier is fairly affordable but the others are still much more expensive than this. Appreciate you watching man!

[@scootercj798]

Check out the NTH Barracuda black gilt.

[@zHumanfactor]

Excellent review. A lot of watch for the money.

[@theknightswatch]

Humanfactor thank you and I agree. It’s a cool piece.

[@corecasrcworld7100]

Fantastic review 😉👍🏽

[@theknightswatch]

Coreca's RC World thanks man!

[@alexgoldstein7997]

Got a 92117 a few months ago its great....the acrylic is scratching from working with it on but the movement has been reliable.

[@theknightswatch]

Alex Goldstein ya the nh35 generally is a good one

[@janmaaso]

Great watch for that kind of money! Thanks for sharing.

[@lowersaxon]

I ordered one of the ‚very limited‘ reissue yesterday, Jan.,08.2021 in Europe. Havent seen it in person still but I think I will like my 8926OB a little bit better. We agree to disagree on that matter. Ok. And: I nevertheless enjoyed your intelligent, competent and balanced review very much. My sons are of your age, just said. Talented as you are, keep up making watch reviews, its good!

[@theknightswatch]

Hope you enjoy your watch. Invicta definitely make a good watch when they want to. Thanks for watching!

[@YouGetBlocked]

Nice Review. Did you heard about their new vintage Chrono? 35113 I thought

[@jpdavis6042]

This piece has it's charm and at that price it's a bargain, if one wears it just on a whim. As a diver collector, from expensive to to low price, I find that to be my routine. Found your channel when I queried Neptune Lorier which unfortunately wears like a flat frying pan. Like your channel (subed) keep at it. Regards, JP

[@theknightswatch]

Thanks for watching man. And I agree for the price you really can’t argue. Hope I continue to make content you can enjoy.

[@triniboy05]

Nothing special, but the comparison to the usual models is what makes it stand out. Not for me (not a fan of the Submariner) but could definitely serve as a nice travel beater. Nice review/presentation. Really appreciate the time stamps in the description, very thorough.

[@theknightswatch]

triniboy05 thanks man. And ya it’s a cool piece. Not going to blow anyones socks off and definitely a lot of better made stuff out there but not too shabby

[@Jack-jh5ls]

Great review! Can’t wait to pick one up myself! I love the design and I think is masterfully done, however I’m a little worried that it will be too big on my 6 3/4 inch wrist. However, I’d be willing to take that gamble.

[@theknightswatch]

Jack George my wrist is is 6.5 inches so I think you’ll be fine!

[@Jack-jh5ls]

The Knight’s Watch Awesome thanks!

[@danielcordero7761]

My wrist is 6 1/2 & all my 40mm & 43 mm watches fit me great.they don't look to large, they are the sweet spot for me.anything over 45mm looks to cartoonist.

[@jimradford475]

If you want you can also change the bracelet for a leather or NATO strap. They fit the wrist perfectly but at 40 mm you should be fine. I've been selling watches to guys for 24 years and 40 is the 'perfect' size. Jim

[@garyseven9898]

Part of the green hue on the lume is from the green tint inherent with mineral crystal.

[@georgiboyadzhiyski4163]

Thanks for the awesome review! Since they are pretty much sold out, do you think they'll be coming back soon? And if so, do you think they'll come at a hire price this time?

[@theknightswatch]

Georgi Boyadzhiyski ya they’ll be a restock at some point. Just keep your eye on jomashop and similar places. I don’t think the price will go up too much. Overall anything under 200 is good if your keeping the watch, 150 is even better, 100 is a great price.

[@oktc68]

6204 & 6205 I think match it more closely particularly the bezel insert. It's also little bigger. The "lume" is very close again to the models listed. In the right light the screen must glows with golden goodness. It's a great looking piece. If you want one that looks smaller try the black one. Throw that horrible bracelet away and put it on an Oysterflex or a nato, it will transform it. Edit; also good luck with finding one for $100 they're changing hands just shy of £300 on eBay, £270 for a used one. Anywhere that lists them will sell out fast. You can find ones with two tone bezel inserts more easily but online the price of these is starting to climb, specially the "Batman" black over blue bezel insert. Definitely the best Invicta since the 9937/0B with its Sellita SW200 Swiss automatic movement, which is an ETA 2824 essentially. These were built to a much higher standard but again getting difficult to find these days.

[@teddyhenriquez5192]

Watching this video while wearing mine for 2 weeks straight now. :)

[@theknightswatch]

Teddy Henriquez woah! I assume you’re liking the piece haha.

[@teddyhenriquez5192]

@@theknightswatch Yup I like it so much that I replaced the bracelet. I purchased a vintage oyster bracelet from Ebay I wanted a bracelet that tapers down thinner to increase a little bit more the vintage look!

[@disheuresdis]

Great review, agree with everything you said. I think they're pencil hands though, not baton.

[@theknightswatch]

hakonig oh darn though they were baton! Thanks for watching!

[@scottparis6355]

This is a great watch. Hope it foretells a new direction for Invicta.

[@theknightswatch]

Me too, would love to see more releases along this line...maybe an explorer style!

[@ragnarone5409]

Very nice watch

[@davidcrandall4958]

I can only find OG for 249 dollars but purchased all other American market colorways for A little under 80.00 Dollars on shop HQ!

[@jimradford475]

Great review for a great watch. I'm a pro-diver fan (even with the engraved branding on the case) but I can't get hold of one yet! Invicta must be patting themselves on the back!! Quick question, what's your opinion of the Steinhart Ocean one double green? It's a bit pricier at £600. Best regards, Jim.

[@theknightswatch]

Thanks for watching Jim. I think the steinhart is a lovely looking watch. Haven’t dealt with one personally yet but from what I hear they are well made and I feel if you like the styling and especially the color on that particular model it would be worth the extra cash.

[@markwolfson2023]

Wow, when did they start sell this? Sold out now, but why did I never see this on Invicta Stores?

[@curtishatem6739]

I have the ip finish on mine paired it with a leather zulu strap

[@ccw5886]

Great watch

[@BoogurTWang]

Appreciate the time stamps, a link to the seller of the Invicta would be appreciated.

[@theknightswatch]

No problem! This particular one was bought from jomashop

[@alanmills4988]

Would have payed extra for a sapphire crystal! Nice watch and 200m. Thanks good review..

[@theknightswatch]

Alan Mills thanks for watching! Ya a sapphire crystal would have been nice but I think the fact that the cost is lowered with the mineral makes it a little more accessible. I’m sure mod with sapphires will come out at some point.

[@manny7886]

Same here. It wouldn't cost them that much to put in a sapphire crystal because they would be buying it in bulk quantity.

[@scottmorrison147]

Invicta likely would have used their so called "Flame Fusion" crystals before using sapphire crystals front and back.

[@OShackHennessy]

I would pay a little extra for a sapphire that would have made this watch perfect!

[@danielcordero7761]

I own a couple of 40mm pro divers automatics &they great watches. The only things I don't like is the invicta engraving on the side of the case & their terrible tritnite lume ! I think invicta knocked this 1953 out of the park ! I am trying to purchase one, but I cannot find them anywhere online. I checked amazon & they do have them. Shophq ( evine ) doesn't have them either .

[@theknightswatch]

Ya this release in particular was done very well. They should come in to stock sooner or later. I know when I first found out about it I had to wait a couple weeks to find one.

[@tacohans2262]

Weird that they choose to not put lume on the seconds hand, since the original has a lume dot on the seconds hand.

[@theknightswatch]

Taco Hans ya it is weird but most likely just some sort of cost cutting measure.

[@tacohans2262]

The Knight’s Watch it doesnt cost alot to add that, even the old Pro diver has a lume dot on the seconds hand

[@brianbuchert1966]

The pro diver is the flagship of invicta! Love mine but it's not my favorite this 1953 is just incredible!

[@theknightswatch]

The 1953 is definitely a cool one

[@OShackHennessy]

I’ve never wanted an invicta until I saw this. Looks like they did a great job. Anyone here have it and used it in the water that can vouch for good water resistance?

[@theknightswatch]

I never took this one in the water but I’ve taken the regular prodiver in the ocean and it survived just fine.

[@DANTHETUBEMAN]

Good watch. Twice the dive depth, more accurate, viewing back. Eats the original technology on all fronts.

[@e.c.5100]

Good review! It's true that you can get an Orient with an original design for a little more, but sometimes you just want a well executed homage. I have resisted, until now, buying a Tudor BB or Rolex Submariner homage from chinese brands like Pagani Design or Parnis and I'm glad I did because I will order this Invicta as soon as I can. They have been in existence for nearly 2 centuries (since 1837) so imo they can be a little more trustworthy, in the general know-how, than a chinese brand established 3-5-10 years ago...

[@duncanidaho2130]

BTW... Liked and Sub'd.

[@swabby429]

If only these watches weren't sold out.

[@theknightswatch]

I’m sure the corona virus has something to do with the limited availability of this watch. It’ll come back sooner or later

[@usingtheirhypocracyagainst8636]

i can't find it anywhere?

[@theknightswatch]

William Stits seems to be sold out at the moment. Check jomashop that’s where I got mine

[@tomgrande2368]

The review was well done other than a few verbal missteps. As reviews often tend to be, many of the comments were based on the reviewer’s taste and not necessarily on how the watch might appeal to the watch community on the whole. The 40mm case size, for example, will be a deal-breaker for those with bigger wrists/who seek larger watches in general. The vintage look is another piece which may dissuade some buyers. For me, the ‘broken bracelet link’ was a real downer. I expect a new watch to be 100% regardless of how good a deal it is. I won’t buy this one but I did appreciate the review.

[@theknightswatch]

Thanks! The review isn’t scripted so missteps happen. Plenty else out there for just a little more.

[@tonyabrego1]

I spent a few bucks and had a jeweler adjust mine so I wouldn’t get a broken link?

[@kelvinhau7320]

Where did you buy it? I’d like to buy one.

[@theknightswatch]

Kelvin Hau got mine from jomashop, not many on the market due to covid restricting supply lines.

[@XHobbiesPrime]

Honestly, I am surprised that Invicta was able to make something so lovely.

[@theknightswatch]

As they say, “Even a broken clock is right twice a day.”

[@daspiper8941]

I was search for this watch and could not find one; all the shops were sold out. ~I looked on eBay and nice ones used were SELLING for $265 to over $350, so go figure. ~Looks as if Invicta has a Hit.

[@theknightswatch]

Yeo definitely a popular model, and coronavirus means supply can’t keep up with demand

[@scottmorrison147]

Ha ha. Invicta showing off with the 1953!

[@dinispaulino7512]

I think this homage is closer to the 1604 than the 1602. Who would have thought that there would be an Invicta that´s hard to find because it´s hot right now! ahahaha

[@indyjoe36ify]

The comparison of Indiglo to normal lume is comparing apples to oranges

[@HerrRobbenklopp]

Not available. I guess Invicta built this watch and it came out really nice, so they had to stop the production.

[@theknightswatch]

Kirk to be fair they built this watch then corona hit hard so I assume factory production really slowed. Don’t know if this will come back but at least it shows what invicta can do rather than just the standard pro diver

[@jeffhoffman3074]

cant find that watch any wear

[@jjjfffppp]

It's on invicta stores right now

[@jeffhoffman3074]

@@jjjfffppp got 1 coming

[@NK-ng2vg]

Xavier Sanchez?

[@theknightswatch]

Nagesh Kotyal yes?

[@NK-ng2vg]

@@theknightswatch I just got your DH 1964. I realised it was you from the video thumbnail picture 😅 good content. Subbed 👍

[@theknightswatch]

Nagesh Kotyal haha small world! Thanks man

[@brianbuchert6382]

I liked the review but most of it other than specs was subjective

[@theknightswatch]

I’m not trying to be objective. That’s why there are multiple watch reviewers because every persons point of view and opinion differs.

[@brianbuchert6382]

@@theknightswatch I think you added too much of your own opinion I was wanting more of a spec review but it literally looks like it hurts you to compliment invicta it’s ,Ike you insult it by saying but hey it’s only a $100 well that $100 means a lot more to some than others but myself I treat all my watches nice no matter how much they cost.I don’t know you but you seem to be a bit of a watch snob as they say in some of your statements and that’s my version of subjective but hey I don’t know you but first impressions are everything!

[@theknightswatch]

@@brianbuchert6382 thanks for your opinion

[@markstanton63]

Pluses - It looks really good Minuses - It makes all the other Invicta's look even worse than they did before

[@theknightswatch]

Sir Sidney Ruff-Diamond haha fair point

[@brianbuchert6382]

Opinions are like assholes everyone has one lol but I like some of the bigger watches it’s my secrete sin lol

[@MarkM58]

The bracelet pretty much sucks. It rattled and just wasn't quality. I switched it with a Bond NATO and the watch looks great.

[@RCPrepping]

Invicta makes some ugly watches. Some beauties also. I collect Invicta automatic self-winding watches. That's just me. I currently have a 31290, 3048, and 8928OB. 👍 for your video. I enjoy hearing others comment on the brand watches I collect. I also collect Casio, Citizen, and Timex.

[@vbenhorin]

Extremely cheaply made Invicta . Much worse than the ProDiver