Invicta Pro Diver 9937: A Review

A Review of my Invicta 9937 Pro Diver. I bought this originally out of curiosity but I was pleasantly surprised when I got it.
I note that I say "crappy" Invicta referencing the other model. My intention is not so say it is a bad watch, because it is not, I am just kind of a blunt person and have refined my speech in later reviews. Please forgive me for any sort of misunderstanding that this may have caused.
Purchased Black Friday, 2018.

[@BlueRam788]

I note that I say "crappy" Invicta referencing the other model. My intention is not so say it is a bad watch, because it is not, I am just kind of a blunt person and have refined my speech in later reviews. Please forgive me for any sort of misunderstanding that this may have caused.

[@BlueRam788]

@MrGriff305 Essentially the same as the NH35 model

[@stationplaza4631]

You are forgiven Sir! I have a rather nice collection of Invicta Pro Divers including the 9937.

[@chrisoconnor3119]

Everyone with the nh35 watch is butt hurt in the comments....so sensitive.

[@neilpiper9889]

I don't wear any watches with hardlex or mineral crystals. Sapphire on the new ones and acrylic on the vintage. I really am rough and a bit clumsy. My Diver is the 44mm Sea-gull Ocean Star with the 28800bph movement. Beautiful and tough

[@TheFlyrodder68]

Dude, I have that exact same watch along with the 8926OB. The difference is the movement and the bracelet with solid end links and that's about it. The crystal as far as performance is the same. The weight is heavier on the 9937 due to the bracelet with solid end links. I paid $56 for the 8926OB AND $270 for the 9937. The 9937 with the supposed Sellita SW200 Swiss movement needed regulation right away because it was so off. The beat error was at 0.8 and was running slow at nearly 17 sec in 24 hours. Amplitude was strong once fully wound but easily dips down in the 190s in less than 10 minutes even after full wound. That is not the case with the NH35A on the 8926OB. Story short, the 8926OB performs better as far as the accuracy which really took me by surprise. Until Invicta improve their QC to the 9937 line, I'd recommend the 8926OB for a budget homage piece. If one is willing to spend $200-$300 for an homage, I'd suggest save up some more and take a chance on Steinhart. Steinhart's QC is better than Invicta and you can always return the watch and get your money back if need be with Steinhart. You can't say the same for Invicta, sad to say. Invicta's customer service is notoriously bad. Stick with the 8926OB for those reading this post and is considering buying an Invicta Pro Diver homage.

[@anthonym.3931]

totally true 100%

[@EagleOne49]

Thanks for the honest review. Like most of us, I caught my watch collection "bug" buying Invictas. My tastes have changed dramatically over the years and I have moved away from Invicta. Recently, I've been craving a 40mm subbie homage, looking at Steinhart, Squale, Davosa and Ginault. Thanks to your video, I've now included the Invicta 99370B in the mix. I have to say that you remind me of me with your comment of sweating the scratches on your Invicta, let alone a $10K Submariner. ;-)

[@BlueRam788]

Thanks for the kind comments! It's a good watch over all, but I bet those ones that you mentioned are a bit better. I never bought a lot of Invicta watches other than the pro diver but I don't mind them. Just not my taste. Good luck with the search!

[@timemachineeddie1146]

A Great watch from a great company. Invicta makes amazing quality watches using amazing colors. I own at least 20 Pro and Grand Divers with ETA's, Val ETA 7750 to Silleta's, Seiko's, Myota's and Ronda r150's. Invicta's loome as you said really sucks.Great review and thanks for sharing. Honesty your Invicta Bracelet is better quality then my vintage Rolex date just.

[@BlueRam788]

Thanks for the positive feedback! I think this is a great watch!

[@samborolossi]

Thank u for the video . Have u ever tried diving or swimming with it ? Please let us know. Thank I for the efforts

[@RJtoon1]

I don’t think you talked about accuracy? I just picked up a 23678 Invicta two weeks ago with the NH 35 movement and I’m pretty happy it’s running two seconds slow per day but if I lay it flat crystal up on the table overnight it gains it back. Of course it’s not even broken in yet so hopefully it’ll run about plus one or + two seconds fast but I could always adjust it myself outside of the warranty.. I paid 99 bucks at winners in Canada, got some amazing deals on a few Movados there as well But overall I’m pretty happy with the quality as you say. I put an orange canvas military strap on it and it’s looking pretty slick. In 2014 I had the gold two tone blueface INVICTA 8935 and it was great I actually sold it five years later for exactly what I paid for it. Never a problem with it.

[@BlueRam788]

RJtoon1 Nice, winners really does have good deals on watches occasionally. At the time, I hadn’t timed it but if my memory serves me right, I think the watch is about +8 or so. That’s kind of anecdotal although.

[@RJtoon1]

Blue Ram What gets me is if you go to Amazon.ca they have my exact model for $250 LOL so winners really is great

[@BlueRam788]

@@RJtoon1 yeah, I snagged my Mido there for half of what the Swatch outlet here wanted. Pretty awesome

[@BlueRam788]

I am not as confident with it being better than my Glycine as before. I simply mean that it isn't half as good, for half the price. I prefer the bezel. The bracelet is looser fitting than the Glycine but for me, it is comparable if price is factored in. The Glycine has less back play. I prefer it sometimes. Overall though, the Glycine is a step above, especially in terms of the case finishing.

[@brianbuchert6382]

I like that the stuff bezel is better but I just wanted to say even tho this model is improved my earlier model is far from junk!

[@davidmccall4776]

A better lume and larger hour indices would put this watch over the top, but for the money it's great watch!

[@BlueRam788]

💯

[@infinitigjj6779]

Thanks for the review. Now I can see why invicta put this a bit more exp than the cheaper prodiver. I can see that it has sellita sw200, a comparable movement to eta, better lume, better bracelet, glass, etc.

[@BlueRam788]

Thanks for watching, I think that this watch is a better buy. I would rather pay more to get this, but definitely make sure you get a good deal. Amazon has sales with these sometimes

[@akpistol141]

Many reviewers get a free watch or other consideration hence all the glossy reviews on KZbin. He paid for the watch and is giving you and honest review.I don’t think Blue Ram insulted anyone at all. That’s silly. Like the reviewer, I have both the 8926 and the 9937. He’s spot on, it’s a little nicer. It’s a smoother movement, a little better polished, and has a better bracelet. If you look carefully at them, they are not exactly the same case, just slightly different. Best bet is to buy either one, go to a good watchmaker, get an upgraded crystal, fresh gaskets, and have it pressure tested. For very little money you will have a great watch to go diving with, etc. I have more expensive watches, but really, really like the 9937. Back in the 50s the Rolex Submariner was a tool watch that cost about $150 which adjusted for inflation is about $1500 today, and that was brand new. Also, one commenter said that the movement wasn’t Swiss. It very clearly says Swiss Made on mine and is the Sellita 200-1. Great review and happy hunting.

[@BlueRam788]

Thanks for the positive comments, and your thoughts. Perhaps I was a bit blunt but I stand by it. Thanks for watching

[@akpistol141]

Thank you as well. I’d be curious to see your thoughts on the Steinhart vs 9937.

[@BlueRam788]

@@akpistol141 that is something I thought about for sure

[@Dunkaroos248]

Hey man, forget about Rolex and their stupid prices. Get a minty ceramic seamaster for $2500. You’ll be really happy

[@MomentumEntFilms]

Its s beauty with SW200

[@samborolossi]

Does it say on the back swiss made ?

[@OurDeepSpace]

Любая проблема - это шанс проявить себя.

[@OurDeepSpace]

Любая проблема - это шанс проявить себя.

[@mrd7051]

What kind of accuracy are you getting with the 9937?

[@BlueRam788]

I think it was about +8 last time I checked but it's been a while since I measured it.

[@RJtoon1]

I have the rubber strapped pro diver identical to yours the black and black, But I have the second movement but yesterday I bought the pro diver Master of the Ocean edition in jade green, (model 30020) silver metal band and loved it!!! Unfortunately the bezel was binding up it would be really nice and loose and then it would get tight so I returned it and I kind of regret this now because my friend told me about a trick with soapy water to loosen up the bezel on these you let it soak in a cup with soapy water for about 30 minutes and I should try this on my pro diver like yours because the bezel is really tough to move.

[@BlueRam788]

RJtoon1 interesting, I had no issues with this one.

[@markfreedman2470]

Flame Fused, according to the definition I found is simply a man made sapphire.

[@91lifetime23]

Is there a difference between swiss made and swiss movement?

[@BlueRam788]

Not that I know of, aside from the county of origin claim and what is written on the dial. They seem to be hit and miss in terms or what you get.

[@melloweasel]

"Swiss Movement" means that the movement is manufactured in Switzerland but the case, bracelet, etc. are typically made in Asia and these watches are normally assembled in Asia as well. There are legal requirements to be able to put "Swiss Made" on a watch dial, a quick Google search will bring up the requirements.

[@roshrashid7058]

That case is bigger than cheaper Invicta's. Most of cheaper Invicta's are 40 mm, but this one is 44 mm. Awesome diver. I like it.👍👍👍

[@BlueRam788]

The 9937 is 40mm Please see here: www.invictawatch.com/watches/detail/9937ob-pro-diver-men

[@roshrashid7058]

@@BlueRam788 I see. But 9937 has another, similar model too. But it's 44mm Please see here: www.jomashop.com/invicta-9937.html?gclid=Cj0KCQjw0YD4BRD2ARIsAHwmKVl9NRaCXP-wmLVgfhoyJRAtdO3esGOMf1n-yivknSdEtP8sjpm6VxkaAogUEALw_wcB I just mixed up them, but they are both 9937.

[@Chazman1946]

Does the lume still suck. almost every Invicta I have seen or owned, has crappy lume.

[@BlueRam788]

It's better than the cheaper one, but still kinda sucks. Not even close to Seiko.

[@brianbuchert6382]

Wow I never thought I’d see an invicta watch snob towards other invictas!? Lol I like my nh35a movement in mine it keeps great time but since yours is SUPERIOR to mine well I guess I’ll just have to take your word for it lol

[@BlueRam788]

I may have been harsh but the truth is that this model is better made than the other. Better movement and bracelet. I have both. The NH35a version isn't junk, I was not impressed with bracelet, the bezel and the loudness of the rotor. Both are good watches for their respective prices. I'm glad you enjoy your watch, that's what counts.

[@brianbuchert6382]

Blue Ram it’s the fact you called my model a cheapo which is offensive! Your model is indeed better but you single out your followers when you insult what I can afford and how well it’s run for me ! I think you could have and should have gone out of your way as not to insult your viewership! My nh35a has been flawless to be honest you sound like a pompous snob which surprises me cuz I’ve never seen that before! But it’s just disheartening to love a watch that I can afford to be disrespected in so many ways!

[@BlueRam788]

@@brianbuchert6382 I spoke nothing to the character of those who buy it. I own it as well. Don't take a review of a watch so personally.

[@brianbuchert6382]

Blue Ram I don’t usually take it so personally but you made that very easy! You did speak of the character of this watch by calling it cheap and inferior so yeah maybe it shouldn’t bother me but hey it does lol

[@chrisoconnor3119]

Lighten up, there was no ill intentions. I own both and Invicta delivers quality and value others cannot match.

[@OurDeepSpace]

Любая проблема - это шанс проявить себя.

[@1968jpy]

I own the second generation 9937 with screwed lugs and sapphire crystal 👍🏻one of my best divers

[@BlueRam788]

It's really a great watch.

[@1968jpy]

Blue Ram yes it is 👍🏻

[@roytruett4646]

Joseph Pyburn x

[@giovelecina1710]

that is the 8926ob not the 9937

[@BlueRam788]

No, not true

[@kevinc1001]

Jeez he's acting the 89xx models are cheaply made $10 Walmart Specials

[@BlueRam788]

I think you're overexaggerating

[@kevinc1001]

Blue Ram No not really. I’m wearing the 8929ob model with the Seiko NH35 and it’s probably the best sub $100 automatic 200m out there.

[@brianbuchert6382]

Kevin C and don’t forget HIS model is far superior than the others like the ones we own I never thought I’d see a day where 1- I’d see an invicta watch snob. 2- that the invicta watch snob would see his invicta as far superior to ours lol 😂 Dude it’s still not a Rolex now my comment wouldn’t offend me as I’ll never spend $10.000 on a watch but since you want a Rolex so bad but this is all you can get you feel you have to brag about how much better your invicta is to ours so comical dude get real!

[@kevinc1001]

brian buchert I would never spend $10k on a watch maybe $5500? I owned the Two Tone Swiss Automatic PD last year had to return it due to a faulty movement. Also where did I ever say I wanted a Rolex?

[@damiondice]

brian buchert lmao 😂 dude I saying though lol.

[@anonymousname2507]

Does anyone know if they do these better versions in any other colours ?

[@BlueRam788]

I have been looking around a bit, it seems that it only comes in black

[@tomshadle4584]

@@BlueRam788 ....check for the Invicta model 9938. I believe that is the two tone (stainless/gold) version with a blue dial with the same movement.

[@a_z.tazzzfan8497]

Check out the 18504, 18505, 18506, 18507, 18508 and 18509. These are all dial, case and bracelet color combinations with the same spec's and features of the 9937ob and 9938ob. I own the 9938ob and the 18507. I'm eventually going to get the 18506. Love that green/gold combination.

[@anthonym.3931]

No the hands aren't the same; your hour hand comes to a sharper point then the cheaper version with the Seiko movement. Also, you have the Sellitta which is a so so movement; had you gotten that watch years earlier you would have got one when they had the swiss eta 2824-2, a true 25 jewel swiss movement. You should try holding the watch still more so people can see it and you rattle on and repeat yourself. Get it together man.

[@BlueRam788]

This was one of my first attempts at a video. But thank you for leaving such kind comments. I’m sure your videos are much better. This watch has long been sold. Always the nicest folk commenting on Invicta videos.