Wrist-Watch experts

[G G]

Hello, I am looking for a new watch and don't have a bunch of money to spend. I like big, heavy, metal band watches. I was looking at Invicta watches on Amazon and was wondering what the lowdown on them is. This one is 45 mm diameter case, but the reviews are mixed as to the reliability of it.

http://www.amazon.com/Invicta-5249S-Diver-Stainless-Silver/dp/B002XC6VYM/ref=sr_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1388871519&sr=8-27&keywords=invicta+pro+diver

anyone have any experience with these? Or have any alternatives I should consider. As I said money is a little tight right now so I can't spend a lot.

Thanks

[Ogre]

I have only heard good things about Invicta watches.

[longknocker]

Greg: PM Justin emopunker2004. He's Had A Lot Of Invictas.:tu

[G G]

Thanks Greg. I also sent a message to Brian (MurphysLaw) as he has some too.

[equetefue]

I have a lot of Invictas and they look great and are relatively inexpensive.

[G G]

I searched "Invicta" and saw some threads where the particular one I was looking at isn't known for keeping great time.

[equetefue]

Which model is it. Maybe i have it and tell you. I know that all the ones if have work fine. Never had an issue with them

[G G]

Which model is it. Maybe i have it and tell you. I know that all the ones if have work fine. Never had an issue with them
Theres a link in the first post.

http://www.amazon.com/Invicta-5249S-Diver-Stainless-Silver/dp/B002XC6VYM/ref=sr_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1388871519&sr=8-27&keywords=invicta+pro+diver

In an old thread it seems that a quartz might be a better one to go with instead of the automatic.

[G G]

Whoops maybe that one is quartz after relooking at it.

[hotreds]

I recently purchased this one

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007HN7UN8/ref=oh_details_o07_s01_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

and am very happy with it!

[G G]

I like the simple look of that one Hugh, but a little more than I can stand money wise at the moment.

[Ashcan Bill]

I have an Invicta my wife gave me. It's heavy, looks good and works fine. I'd have absolutely no reservations buying another.

[Conch Republican]

Theres a link in the first post.

http://www.amazon.com/Invicta-5249S-Diver-Stainless-Silver/dp/B002XC6VYM/ref=sr_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1388871519&sr=8-27&keywords=invicta+pro+diver

In an old thread it seems that a quartz might be a better one to go with instead of the automatic.

Greg, is that the one you are looking at? I have several watches and a bunch of Invicta...love most of them...

[G G]

Greg, is that the one you are looking at? I have several watches and a bunch of Invicta...love most of them...
Yes, I was looking at that one and they have this one at:

http://www.shophq.com/Invicta_47mm_Pro_Diver_Quartz_Stainless_Steel_Brac elet_Watch/622-849.aspx?storeid=1&cm_re=SearchList-_-N-_-N&prop=Watches|229&prop=Invicta|483&prop=Men's Watches|472&prop=Show|Invicta Watches - Clearance

[G G]

I ordered the above linked one from shophq. Will post a pic or two when it comes in. Anyone give me any insight on the sizes? It's 47 mms. I have probably never had a watch quite this big, but I do like big metal clunky watches so hope this one doesn't disappoint.

[replicant_argent]

http://www.orient-watch.com/

Probably too late, but Orient makes some stellar quality automatics in a very affordable price range. You will also rarely ever run into anyone wearing one, just a little off the beaten path.

[ky70]

Greg: PM Justin emopunker2004. He's Had A Lot Of Invictas.:tu

Look around the net a bit more and you will find plenty of negative comments on Invicta as I would say their reputation is shakey with folks who love em and hate em.

I got into watches because of Invicta and shop NBC in 2008 and proceeded to aquire dozens of Invictas. I got rid most of them and don't wear the ones I still have because my tastes have changed.

My opinion is that they have some reasonably priced watches and are a good value IF you get one in perfect working condition. If you should happen to get a watch that isn't functionally properly or have an issue down the road, this is where the trouble may start. Their warranty service is not good and you're generally in for trouble and frustration should you have to use their "white glove service" warranty.

But google Invicta warranty repair and Invicta customer service and you will find some interesting reading. Good luck.

[G G]

Thanks Ken, I did see some of what you mention.. Hoping I don't have a bad experience with buying one.

[Conch Republican]

You wont. Dont pull the trigger on anything till later this week...

Close this one up Mods :r

[G G]

Too late. already ordered it.

[shilala]

Ha!!! :tu

[MurphysLaw]

Good thing Greg has two wrists!

[G G]

I guess I can be pretty dense sometime despite thinking I am pretty smart. I didn't realize what Conch meant until Brian posted.:tf

[Conch Republican]

Well, some people like to do comparisons with cigars...guess you can do it with watches

[G G]

I am always at odds what to say in situations like this. I just spoke to Conch on the phone for 20 or 30 minutes and it would appear that I have two watches on the way. Thanks seems to be in order but seems not enough. Thanks Mark, can't wait to see it and wear it. I am actually much less apprehensive about the bad things I have read about Invictas too after talking to him.

[longknocker]

Good Job, Mark!:D:tu Greg: You Of All People Should Know Not To Ask For Advice Around Here!:banger:sl:r

[G G]

I do know not to ask for stickers, or a certain cigar opinion, or the newsletter and how to get one. I stupidly thought since an Invicta was upwards of $100 I would be safe to try to get some opinions from people who have them and would be safe. I was bad wrong though.

[longknocker]

I do know not to ask for stickers, or a certain cigar opinion, or the newsletter and how to get one. I stupidly thought since an Invicta was upwards of $100 I would be safe to try to get some opinions from people who have them and would be safe. I was bad wrong though.

Yeah, You Still Have A Skirt, My Brother!:D:tu

[G G]

Yeah, You Still Have A Skirt, My Brother!:D:tu
It would appear so. Won't ask opinions on nothing else.:tf

[longknocker]

It would appear so. Won't ask opinions on nothing else.:tf

You'll Still Get Bombed, Brother!:r Have A Great Day, My Friend!:tu

[Steve]

I do know not to ask for stickers, or a certain cigar opinion, or the newsletter and how to get one. I stupidly thought since an Invicta was upwards of $100 I would be safe to try to get some opinions from people who have them and would be safe. I was bad wrong though.

Kinda like the picture of your new Aristocrat humidor you sent me...

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6088/6128081637_9da32c15f2_z.jpg

:hy

[G G]

That is just wrong Steve. I threw away the lowly vino temp I had and gave you the last of my cigars. I am outta the cigar bidness. LOL

[Steve]

Sorry brother...after the satchel charge at the funeral, I just couldn't resist!

[G G]

Sorry brother...after the satchel charge at the funeral, I just couldn't resist!
I flied it in under the radar though. :r

[Steve]

True dat...you tried to slip it in there all stealthy like :)

[Ogre]

Kinda like the picture of your new Aristocrat humidor you sent me...

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6088/6128081637_9da32c15f2_z.jpg

:hy

GG has an empty HUMI?????

[G G]

What I was really wanting was an elephant. I don't have one of them, but I do have more than enough cigars. :r

[Ogre]

What I was really wanting was an elephant. I don't have one of them, but I do have more than enough cigars. :r

http://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc9/ogre3239/Cigar/79c01b931f7527e169b349f03faa338c.jpg

[G G]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1s7HHnnjU4

[Conch Republican]

Greg, careful what you say...there are people that can come up with an elephant for you...then you have to clean up the Lincoln Logs :r

[dijit]

Greg, careful what you say...there are people that can come up with an elephant for you...then you have to clean up the Lincoln Logs :r

I thought elephants made Bocci Balls!

[Steve]

Greg, careful what you say...there are people that can come up with an elephant for you...then you have to clean up the Lincoln Logs :r

:tf:tf

:lr :lr

[mosesbotbol]

Hello, I am looking for a new watch and don't have a bunch of money to spend. I like big, heavy, metal band watches. I was looking at Invicta watches on Amazon and was wondering what the lowdown on them is. This one is 45 mm diameter case, but the reviews are mixed as to the reliability of it.

http://www.amazon.com/Invicta-5249S-Diver-Stainless-Silver/dp/B002XC6VYM/ref=sr_1_27?ie=UTF8&qid=1388871519&sr=8-27&keywords=invicta+pro+diver

anyone have any experience with these? Or have any alternatives I should consider. As I said money is a little tight right now so I can't spend a lot.

Thanks

You can't get a "nicer" watch for $100ish than Invicta. Finishing is really nice, has nice dial. I'd go for Quartz models over Automatic. My girlfriend has an Invicta and it's holding up well.

[G G]

Greg, careful what you say...there are people that can come up with an elephant for you...then you have to clean up the Lincoln Logs :r
You are correct: I don't really want, need, or have room in my humi for an elephant.;s

[G G]

You can't get a "nicer" watch for $100ish than Invicta. Finishing is really nice, has nice dial. I'd go for Quartz models over Automatic. My girlfriend has an Invicta and it's holding up well.
Thanks, I appreciate your input Moses. I have been reading your (and others) posts in the watch thread and I value your opinion.:tu

[G G]

I would suspect that shipping an elephant would be cost prohibitive too.

[Conch Republican]

I would suspect that shipping an elephant would be cost prohibitive too.

Dude, I have Amazon Prime...2 day shipping of elephants is free, and $3.99 for 1 day. :r

[G G]

Dude, I have Amazon Prime...2 day shipping of elephants is free, and $3.99 for 1 day. :r
I did have it, and if I still did, I would see your elephant and raise you a hippopotamus.:r

[Steve]

I would suspect that shipping an elephant would be cost prohibitive too.

Careful Greg, I'm pretty sure there is a one-rate box for this...

http://i.dailymail.co.uk/i/pix/2013/02/06/article-2274091-17501F79000005DC-570_634x581.jpg

[G G]

Well let's get back to the business at hand. The watch I ordered from shophq was supposed the be here tomorrow, but the tracking says it's coming a day early. Will post up pictures later when I arrives.:tu

[Steve]

I would suspect that shipping an elephant would be cost prohibitive too.

http://l2.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/03Gt8DzUwc8xPCC7uuxEkg--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7cT04NQ--/http://mit.zenfs.com/852/2014/01/amazonnissan.jpg

;s

[G G]

http://l2.yimg.com/bt/api/res/1.2/03Gt8DzUwc8xPCC7uuxEkg--/YXBwaWQ9eW5ld3M7cT04NQ--/http://mit.zenfs.com/852/2014/01/amazonnissan.jpg

;s
Ahem, I said getting back to the bidness at hand. :r

[Steve]

I'm out...

bishes

[G G]

I'm out...

bishes
:noon:sl:su

[G G]

Maybe tracking is wrong. Mailman came and no watch. It was shipped UPS but with that deal they deliver to the post office. So not sure why is says it will be delivered today. Oh well.

[G G]

Well now I checked the tracking and it says that it was transferred to the post office and changed delivery back to tomorrow. Seems that UPS is kinda going downhill.

[longknocker]

Well now I checked the tracking and it says that it was transferred to the post office and changed delivery back to tomorrow. Seems that UPS is kinda going downhill.

Many Shippers Switch & Ship To Post Office. Must Be Cheaper, But Always Takes Longer.:sh

[G G]

Okey doke. I got the one I ordered today and here is some pics:

http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd360/ggainey/Mobile%20Uploads/1CC59DF2-1F9C-4E8D-AEA9-62509C317325.jpg (http://s531.photobucket.com/user/ggainey/media/Mobile%20Uploads/1CC59DF2-1F9C-4E8D-AEA9-62509C317325.jpg.html)

http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd360/ggainey/Mobile%20Uploads/D7F11252-104A-4CD8-B21E-BF14810D6D03.jpg (http://s531.photobucket.com/user/ggainey/media/Mobile%20Uploads/D7F11252-104A-4CD8-B21E-BF14810D6D03.jpg.html)

http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd360/ggainey/Mobile%20Uploads/209E19FD-85CC-44E1-A629-D45415EB1028.jpg (http://s531.photobucket.com/user/ggainey/media/Mobile%20Uploads/209E19FD-85CC-44E1-A629-D45415EB1028.jpg.html)

It feels like it weighs 2 pounds and looks like it weighs 4 pounds which is what I wanted. It is big, but I wanted that too. The magnifier on the date is awesome too because I aint old yet, but my eyes try to act like they are and on the cheapo I Casio I was wearing I couldn't see the date, but on this one it's clear as a bell. I love it. It's a big, heavy watch, which is what I like.

[G G]

Oh yeah, these things must be made for someone who is 7' 5" and weighs 400 pounds cause I had to take three links out of the bracelet. Which I did myself cause I don't need no stinkin jeweler to do it for me. Plus I managed to do it without tearing it up, which is a plus. :r

[stearns]

Oh yeah, these things must be made for someone who is 7' 5" and weighs 400 pounds cause I had to take three links out of the bracelet.

maybe you're just dainty? :r

but seriously, nice looking time piece ya got there, keep us updated with how it works out for ya :tu

[ky70]

Congrats Greg! Enjoy your new watch.

[G G]

Will do Ben. I thought I was average size, but at 5' 10" and 205 pounds I guess I'm a wee little guy.:r

[G G]

Congrats Greg! Enjoy your new watch.
Thanks Ken.

[Ogre]

Sweet looking watch

[CigarNut]

Very cool watch Greg -- I hope you get many years of use out of it!

[mosesbotbol]

Is it a Quartz? Does it have a screw down crown? Looks sharp

[G G]

Moses, yes it's quartz, and not a screw down crown.

[longknocker]

Beautiful Watch, Greg!:):tu

[big_jaygee]

great looking time piece Greg :tu

[G G]

Thanks guys. The "other one" Landed:

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?p=1921361#post1921361

http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd360/ggainey/Mobile%20Uploads/12C3EECC-AB33-4A2A-BABB-AEFAF6C88A67.jpg (http://s531.photobucket.com/user/ggainey/media/Mobile%20Uploads/12C3EECC-AB33-4A2A-BABB-AEFAF6C88A67.jpg.html)

[longknocker]

Thanks guys. The "other one" Landed:

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?p=1921361#post1921361

http://i531.photobucket.com/albums/dd360/ggainey/Mobile%20Uploads/12C3EECC-AB33-4A2A-BABB-AEFAF6C88A67.jpg (http://s531.photobucket.com/user/ggainey/media/Mobile%20Uploads/12C3EECC-AB33-4A2A-BABB-AEFAF6C88A67.jpg.html)

:banger:r:D:tu

[MurphysLaw]

Very nice Greg! Those are some good looking time pieces