MrPT said:I have also gone for a cheap and cheerful option! Really wanted an automatic to wear daily and to not give too much of a sh!t about, and became fascinated by how much Invicta have split the enthusiast/horologist community. The brand heritage is a bit cringeworthy and the flagship model is an unashamed Submariner homage, but at £80 for this Pro Diver - wow. The movement is decent - a Seiko NH35A that is hacking, hand windable and nicely presented - and apart from a slightly cheap feeling clasp and stiff bezel, the overall quality seems great.
No idea how reliable it will be, but there's a decent warranty and, for the money, who cares? I really can see myself as someone who might invest in a nicer automatic watch in the future, but not yet.
MrPT, I think the biggest problem has been with Invicta being caught lying on more than one occasion (I can only think of the MOP dials that weren't, off the top of my head), and the poor after sales service.
However, I have also seen plenty of posts from people who love them and have had no problems, so I guess you roll the dice and take your chances... :?
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There fab watches and nicely finished for the cost.
