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 Invicta Men's Automatic Pro Diver 8926 By: Invicta Average Rating: 4.5 Total Reviews: 20 More Information Amazing Design  On: 2008-06-28This Invicta is a winner. The design is amazing. The watch feels like a much more expensive, high-quality timepiece. The Miyota Japanese moment is very acceptable. It may run a little fast after a while, but thats no big deal. Ive had the watch for 2 months now, and I have only corrected the time once. The watch is constructed well...Ive already smacked on a couple of hard surfaces. The bezel and crown are great...no scratches yet. The band does attract some scratches as some have mentioned, but over all theyre not that bad. This is a fabulous timepiece for the price. You seriously need to just buy it...especially before all the coin-edge bezels run out...I think this watch looks much more beautiful than the clam shell style. Looks nice from the outside. Looks aren't everything.  On: 2008-06-23Ive owned at least 100 watches in the past 30 years, including a Rolex Submariner and an Omega Seamaster. Most of the rest were all Seiko. I have owned 3 Invicta watches which were in the same price range (around $75-$100) and they werent bad watches. They were quartz movement tho. Here is my review of the 8926C I bought last week. The pros: The face looks very similar to the Rolex Submariner. The coin bezel edge is a nice touch. It rotates easily and the markings and numbers on the bezel are clean and easily read. Trinite hands and markings glow nice in the dark. You do get a nice clicking sound when you rotate the bezel. The cons: The bracelet is flimsy and is very light in weight. It feels like you could just bend it in half between your fingers. Very thin and cheap. The fold over clasp doesnt snap in place very well. It feels like it could just pop open at any given moment. It would have been nice if they had given it a heavier, more durable bracelet. This being an automatic movement (21 jewel), if you dont wear it all the time youll need to wind it, which isnt that big a deal.. BUT when you go to set the time, the second hand does NOT stop. I have owned dozens of jeweled movement watches and have never come across one whos second had did not stop when you pulled the crown out all the way to set the time. I talked to a sales rep at Invicta and this is not a defect. Its the way the watch was designed. There is no way this watch will be very accurate. Id approximate that it is +/- one minute a day. The see-though case back, in my opinion, is just ridiculous. I feel this is an inexpensive way to build automatic watches these days. Who needs to see the insides? Id rather have a nice solid case back with maybe a logo on it. But.. what do you want for under $100. The Invicta 8926C is worth maybe $50-$75 or so. If you only want a wristwatch that looks nice and dont care how durable, accurate and rugged it is, this isnt a bad watch. If you want accuracy and a more rugged watch, this one just doesnt cut it. Classic Watch On: 2008-06-20I was searching through Amazon.com looking to see if I could have got my brand new Seiko diver at a cheaper price than I had recently bought it for, when I saw a picture of the Invicta Pro Diver 8926 with scalloped bezel. Ive always been a fan of that Rolex Submariner/Omega Seamaster style and instantly liked the look of this watch. It was selling for $[...] dollars and I decided that even if it was a trashy rolex copy at $99 it was worth the risk. To my surprise when it arrived, in its substantial yellow Invicta box, it turned out to be a total beauty. It keeps great time, its tough and it looks as good as a rolex and better than a Tag Heuer or Omega. Then I saw the 8926c with the coin bezel and decided I had to have that as well. Its just arrived and is even better looking than the 8926. Ive owned a Rolex Perpetual day/date in the past and it didnt keep as good time as these invictas with their Japanese movements (I may well have needed it regulated but it would have cost and arm and a leg at a Rolex dealership) or frankly look as good. Im older and wiser now and cant justify buying a $[...] dollar watch like a Rolex especially now I know that you can buy such a great watch at such an amazing price. Ive scoured the internet and I cant find a bad review for this watch - it seems everybody loves them.....including me. For the money, it's hard to beat... but it ain't no Rolex  On: 2008-06-07Ive owned this watch for about 2-3 years, so Ive put it through its paces. Ive banged it around (more on that later) and taken it down to nearly 100 feet on several dives. I find its appearance classic and am pleased to see they are still selling this watch as the word on the street was the coin bezel was being discontinued on pressure from Rolex due to the overt similarity. I own over a dozen watches (including Rolex), so I do not wear the same watch every day. Nevertheless, this little cheapie is on my wrist more than most. And here are the shortcomings of this one: it runs a little fast; unlike better automatics, it will run down in 24 hours (if youre going to own automatics, invest in watch winders and this problem disappears); the bezel is nicely done but painted not inlaid like the Omega and Rolex, and thus is not as hard as the Submariners bezel. Ive put a small dent in mine. The band has those cheezy pins instead of screws but really isnt as bad as some of the other reviewers have complained. The magnifier is marginal compared to the cyclops on a Rolex but certainly readable. Now comes the good part. The last time I had a Rolex cleaned, I paid $300+. Im thinking of buying a couple more of these, then give the old ones away when they begin to get long in the tooth. Very pleased after a year, except for the wristband  On: 2008-05-23Ive had this watch for a little over a year now, and Ive liked it a lot, except the pins in the band have come loose a couple of times now. I took it to a jeweler to have the pins glued, and that worked for a few months. Now its done it again. If youre pretty active, you may want to consider another type of band. Invicta Diver On: 2008-05-12I have several automatic watches, including a Rolex Submariner, and based on that I am very happy with this watch. Like all my autos, it is a few minutes fast each week, but other than that, this watch looks and feels so much like my Submariner I sometimes get them confused unless I look closely. This is a good buy! Nice automatic watch for the price. On: 2008-02-13The standard 8926 has a scalloped edge Omega style bezel. The coin edge Rolex style bezel gives the 8926 a little more of a Rolex look. For us old school automatic watch fans, the Invicta 8926 is a nice watch for the price with either the coin edge or scalloped edge bezel. A Good Solid Attractive Watch On: 2008-02-09I am very happy with this watch. It keeps great time, is attractive, it is not very expensive, and works well in the water (I bought it for use with my diving lessons). Also, it is a nice size, with the dial easily read (especially the date). So overall, I am quite pleased with this watch. I would recommend this watch to others. Enough said. Stop looking, just buy it already On: 2007-11-08Id been looking at this watch, and the standard 8926 for awhile before I purchased. Im so glad that I finally did. The watch has far surpassed my expectations, and they were pretty high. I had been persuaded by the good reviews the watch has received, and the potential of superior quality and bargain prices. I am pleased to see that this watch really does have a great quality feel to it. The pictures online do not do it justice. The amount of fine detail in the hands and face, and the glass backing are really top-notch. The way the band, bevel, and inner rim catch the light makes it extraordinarily appealing, and are reminiscent of the sheen you would find on a well waxed car. Id be one again in a heart beat, in fact, I think I will. Stop looking, just buy it already On: 2007-11-07Id been looking at this watch, and the standard 8926 for awhile before I purchased. Im so glad that I finally did. The watch has far surpassed my expectations, and they were pretty high. I had been persuaded by the good reviews the watch has received, and the potential of superior quality and bargain prices. I am pleased to see that this watch really does have a great quality feel to it. The pictures online do not do it justice. The amount of fine detail in the hands and face, and the glass backing are really top-notch. The way the band, bevel, and inner rim catch the light makes it extraordinarily appealing, and are reminiscent of the sheen you would find on a well waxed car. Id be one again in a heart beat, in fact, I think I will. Pretty damn nice watch On: 2007-11-01I have read almost every review on this watch one can find (which there are quite a lot), and was skeptical as to how this watch would be in person. I do have to say, after buying it, I am very impressed. Much nicer than I expected. Its not a Rolex by any means, but a ton of watch for the money. The movement is a little loud, and the date view is not as strong as it could be, but over all a pretty damn good watch. I mostly love the solid link bracelet. Really rounds out the solid feel of the watch. Good quality and feel On: 2007-09-03Good quality and feel, you will get lots of people who tell you how nice your watch is and will always think its a high tag watch and who are into watches will always think its a Rolex Submariner. Make sure to get it with the coin bezel 8926C and if want a higher quality one with a Swiss movement get the 9937 just make sure its the one with the coin bezel if you want a submariner look. Watch nice, but wrist band cheap, very cheap. On: 2007-08-21I just got this watch since it looks really nice on the web and I felt confident about the watch from all the reviews. I finally decided to get it and it arrived today. Since I havent the chance to see how accurate it keeps time, Ill just review the visual and feel quality. The watch as a whole is quite heavy, more than my Swiss Army. However, the weight is entirely from the case and none from the band. The band feels light and cheap, and it feels rough around the edges. When I put it on, it feel like it catches on my skin. Im very disappointed on the quality completeness of the watch. If you like the design and cant afford to get the Rolex version, then get this. But youve been warned around the quality. Watch nice, but wrist band cheap, very cheap. On: 2007-08-20I just got this watch since it looks really nice on the web and I felt confident about the watch from all the reviews. I finally decided to get it and it arrived today. Since I havent the chance to see how accurate it keeps time, Ill just review the visual and feel quality. The watch as a whole is quite heavy, more than my Swiss Army. However, the weight is entirely from the case and none from the band. The band feels light and cheap, and it feels rough around the edges. When I put it on, it feel like it catches on my skin. Im very disappointed on the quality completeness of the watch. If you like the design and cant afford to get the Rolex version, then get this. But youve been warned around the quality. Great look, great price, great watch. On: 2007-06-09Great looking watch but will run a little fast early on but, once broken in keeps good time. Great purchase for looks and style. Invicta Mens Automatic Pro Diver 8926 Coin Bezel 8926C Great Watch! On: 2007-06-02I have been using this watch as my everyday watch for the last month. This is without a doubt the best watch I have owned. It looks and feels like it cost at least $700-$800. I have no problems with it running fast. I highly recommend this watch (looks great for casual and dress ocassions) and would purchase another Invicta watch without any hessitation. "My Watch World" is a great place to buy this watch. I received it at my house in Puerto Rico in 3 days! Great deal, great watch. On: 2007-05-27I am replacing my 8926 with this 8926c. The coin edge does make the watch look at least $30 more expensive. I have gotten many more complements on this than on the regular 8926. that said it is no 9937. Those that are willing to spend the money should by that watch. It has the sapphire crystal and the swiss movement. But this watch cost 1/3 as much as to me supplies the same utility. I ware this watch everyday and dont have to worry about it getting scratched. Because even if it gets ruined I am only out $100. Great watch, excellent deal. Very nice looking watch On: 2007-05-17The only problem that I have is it runs a little fast. Three minutes by the end of a week. The watch is very nice looking and feels pretty solid. The band is nice but could be a little heavier. Overall for the price its a very nice watch. Nice watch On: 2007-05-10This is a very nice watch. The quality for the price is unmatched. It looks very elegant. The only thing is that if you dont where it for a couple of days you will have to wind (or shake) it to get it working again. I can't afford a Rolex On: 2007-04-08So this is a good watch, until I get the money. Runs well and looks good, although on close inspection, you can see its not a 1.000 dollar (or 5.000 dollar) watch. The magnifier is awkward, and the hour markers are a little green in some lightings. That said its a great watch, and as you can see in the pictures, its a good looking one too. PS: Theres also the luxury version called invicta 9937, with swiss movement, better sapphire, stronger cyclops and solid end links. Thats also a good buy I think, but of course the price is 3 times this one or more. Happy shopping! Rolex Owners: Beware! by: ninom61 On: 2006-01-30 This is one of the best watches you can buy for $135. Distintive and solid stainless steel bracelet with an extension. Automatic Japanese Miyota Cal. 8215-2 movement. Mineral crystal with cyclop feature. Water resistance to 200 meters or 660 feet. The bezel (coin edge type) reminds me of the more expensive Rolex Submariner. It has a nice grip and it seats quiet tight. This model is available with the more traditional Invicta bezel at lower price. As a whole, this watch represents value all over. This is the watch that made aficionados world wide think about the real cost of Rolex watches. Are you paying for status symbol or quality? For a genuine Rolex watch, 85% of the value lies in the name. So why buy an Invicta Rolex look-alike? You get the best of both worlds. You get a quality product with an expensive look, but doesnt cost you much. And you also get the value associated with that particular brand name. Invicta has done a terrific job in that it is probably one of the best value deals you will find. It has the Rolex look but with a very small price tag. And the name Invicta also adds value to the watch. People have come to known Invicta as a quality brand with very affordable prices. M.T.Nino Rolex Owners: Beware! On: 2006-01-29This is one of the best watches you can buy for $135. Distintive and solid stainless steel bracelet with an extension. Automatic Japanese Miyota Cal. 8215-2 movement. Mineral crystal with cyclop feature. Water resistance to 200 meters or 660 feet. The bezel (coin edge type) reminds me of the more expensive Rolex Submariner. It has a nice grip and it seats quiet tight. This model is available with the more traditional Invicta bezel at lower price. As a whole, this watch represents value all over. This is the watch that made aficionados world wide think about the real cost of Rolex watches. Are you paying for status symbol or quality? For a genuine Rolex watch, 85% of the value lies in the name. So why buy an Invicta Rolex look-alike? You get the best of both worlds. You get a quality product with an expensive look, but doesnt cost you much. And you also get the value associated with that particular brand name. Invicta has done a terrific job in that it is probably one of the best value deals you will find. It has the Rolex look but with a very small price tag. And the name Invicta also adds value to the watch. People have come to known Invicta as a quality brand with very affordable prices. M.T.Nino Fantastic Watch for just a few bucks On: 2005-11-01I am extremely impressed with the feel, look and general quality of the watch. It contains the Citizen Miyota 21 jewel automatic movement that is a true workhorse for a fraction of the price. The comfortable stainess steel pinned link bracelet is worth the price of the watch. It has rounded flexible brushed steel wrist links The foldover adjustable double safety clasp uses pins as well. Can easily be mistaken for a watch costing much more. The Mineral Glass crystal is scratch resistant - but not as good as a sapphire watch face, but is less prone to chipping or shattering than a sapphire crystal. The display watchback is also mineral glass - displaying the undecorated Miyota automatic movement. It look as stylish and run as well as my other watches, and, I receive as many comments if not more from the Invictas. It is a great looking watch! Good value, accurate and stylish if you like the Sub look. This is a good day-to-day knock about watch that still looks better than the quartz stuff in the same price band. If it lasts 5 years its more than paid for itself. If you would like more information and talk with others about Invictas or other watches visit www.thewatchcentral.com. All questions and comments will be responded to. |