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watchluvr1 3T WIS 
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Not a bad deal with the $40 coupon i used from couponcabin.com $359.96smile8.gif Attachment: j173055.jpg (Downloaded 214 times) |
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srh_pres 3T WIS 
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Is that the new Scuba model? Looks pretty good... congrats! :cool: |
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KenC Admin 
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Unfortunately, I took the Invicta PLUNGER, so I stopped a couple of years ago! |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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yes it is. figured i'd give it a shot srh_pres wrote: Is that the new Scuba model? Looks pretty good... congrats! :cool: |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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You know,i have never had a problem with any of the Invictas i ever had. We shall see!! And if it's a bomb,she'll go right backKenC wrote: Unfortunately, I took the Invicta PLUNGER, so I stopped a couple of years ago! |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS 
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watchluvr1 wrote: You know,i have never had a problem with any of the Invictas i ever had. We shall see!! And if it's a bomb,she'll go right back Randy, Your going to love that watch. The braclet is Oris style and quality and the case design is perfect..........for me anyway  Nice scoreperfect.gif |
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Paxman 3T WIS 
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I knew someone would... I have one of the originals and its an ass kicker indeed. I thik this should be pretty darn good too. Let us know what you think! I am ashamed to admit it... I've got something coming too... |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: I knew someone would... I have one of the originals and its an ass kicker indeed. I thik this should be pretty darn good too. Let us know what you think! Come on Mark...........fess up...inquiring WIS want to know:D |
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srh_pres 3T WIS
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Cool... pics on that one as soon as you can pls... ;) watchluvr1 wrote: yes it is. figured i'd give it a shot |
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Gregger 3T WIS 
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Paxman wrote: I knew someone would... I have one of the originals and its an ass kicker indeed. I thik this should be pretty darn good too. Let us know what you think! OTV????:D |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Well I know Randy put up the OGII for $1575 which cracked me up. And then lo and behold, its an OTV. So I guess I'll be checking out the OGII silver for $28. Kinda funny how that worked out to be on 4 vps, no shipping and 15% off just after seeing some eBay clown list one in the stratosphere... musta put the damper on their auction!! I'm not ashamed to say I like the look of the watch and sometimes they hit a home run. Anybody got one and wish to comment?? And of course I know who I am dealing with and the crapshoot that really is... |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: Well I know Randy put up the OGII for $1575 which cracked me up. And then lo and behold, its an OTV. So I guess I'll be checking out the OGII silver for $28. Kinda funny how that worked out to be on 4 vps, no shipping and 15% off just after seeing some eBay clown list one in the stratosphere... musta put the damper on their auction!! cool10.gif I think it will make a great everyday watch Mark. It's big, but has some nice curved lugs and should fit you nice. Miyota movement, so should be trouble free.yourock.gif |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Tony Duronio wrote: Paxman wrote:Well I know Randy put up the OGII for $1575 which cracked me up. And then lo and behold, its an OTV. So I guess I'll be checking out the OGII silver for $28. Kinda funny how that worked out to be on 4 vps, no shipping and 15% off just after seeing some eBay clown list one in the stratosphere... musta put the damper on their auction!! Cool!! I am very curious about the Scuba v2 which Randy is gonna get. Should be a bit different with the MOP and different movement. It really is a doozy!! |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS
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Paxman wrote: Tony Duronio wrote:Paxman wrote:Well I know Randy put up the OGII for $1575 which cracked me up. And then lo and behold, its an OTV. So I guess I'll be checking out the OGII silver for $28. Kinda funny how that worked out to be on 4 vps, no shipping and 15% off just after seeing some eBay clown list one in the stratosphere... musta put the damper on their auction!! Really a rock solid watch IMHO. The only fault I find with it is I would have liked a little taper at the clasp. Maybe 24mm or 22mm. |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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I've got an OGII in silver (model 2299) and i love it!! Very solid and well built. You'll really like it.Here's an old pic of mine. Attachment: OGII 007.jpg (Downloaded 91 times) |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Tony Duronio wrote: Paxman wrote:Tony Duronio wrote:Paxman wrote:Well I know Randy put up the OGII for $1575 which cracked me up. And then lo and behold, its an OTV. So I guess I'll be checking out the OGII silver for $28. Kinda funny how that worked out to be on 4 vps, no shipping and 15% off just after seeing some eBay clown list one in the stratosphere... musta put the damper on their auction!! That's funny because one of the things I find most appealing the the uniform width of the bracelet and its girth... yeah, I said GIRTH. I swear you could beat a man to death with the Scuba!! Not that I would or anything. |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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Was the original Scuba smaller?? Maybe 40MM? This one is 44MM. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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watchluvr1 wrote: I've got an OGII in silver (model 2299) and i love it!! Very solid and well built. You'll really like it.Glad to hear you say that because i was a bit worried it might be a bit... or how do you say it?? CHEAPISH!! I really do like the look and if the bracelet is any good it could see alotta weekend wear. I think you're gonna like the Scuba though the MOP throws me off... |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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watchluvr1 wrote: Was the original Scuba smaller?? Maybe 40MM? This one is 44MM. Same size. For some reason I thought the new one was bigger too but Tony set me straight and I took a look at mine. Here are my thoughts on it if interested: http://paxman-wasting.blogspot.com/2006/08/invicta-scuba-diver-500-3076.html |
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mcwright Admin 
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You guys, I dunno. coyote2.gif  I have some candy for you. Just get in my car and we'll take a little ride to my service center in Florida (a.k.a. the shop of horror). I promise to treat you all nice Signed, E. woohoo.gif |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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mcwright wrote: You guys, I dunno. coyote2.gif Mongo likes candy!! Hopefully it never comes to that, Mike!! |
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Tony Duronio 3T WIS
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mcwright wrote: You guys, I dunno. coyote2.gif Something in the water in Arizona????????????:D |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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ya the MOP would not be my first choice either,but we'll see...it may look coolsmile8.gifPaxman wrote: watchluvr1 wrote:I've got an OGII in silver (model 2299) and i love it!! Very solid and well built. You'll really like it.Glad to hear you say that because i was a bit worried it might be a bit... or how do you say it?? CHEAPISH!! I really do like the look and if the bracelet is any good it could see alotta weekend wear. |
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zippofan 3T WIS 
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Uh-oh... I jumped on the bandwagon too, gotta stop watching late night watch shows. This is my 2nd Invicta. I saw this last week, I just had to have it for a wedding coming up:  I got it from Overstock for $98 and it came yesterday. I only had a chance to wind it up but so far I really like it. Especially the way the lugs attach into the case, and the strap looks great. I know it is Chinese but it just grabbed me, I think it will look great with a suit. Wrist shots to follow :) Cheers, Griff |
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oagaspar Site Founder 
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While one WIS get's on the other get's off! :D I have had problems with all 4 Invictas powered by the Selitta sw200 and I am done at any price!:( Good Luck on that one Randy but it's not even as good as the original which had the eta and cost less;) |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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ah no biggie...like i said...any problems and she goes back!! And for $359,it's not really a big gamble |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote: While one WIS get's on the other get's off! :D I have had problems with all 4 Invictas powered by the Selitta sw200 and I am done at any price!:( Good Luck on that one Randy but it's not even as good as the original which had the eta and cost less;)Oscar, don't tell me your Roman Square mucked up!! |
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mcwright Admin
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>>Mongo likes candy!! Hopefully it never comes to that, Mike!!<< Mongo get stomach ache after he eat candy |
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canadajo 3T WIS 
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O ....ALL 4 HAD PROBLEMS ??????????? ALL HAD THE SW200 EH ???????????? WOW , THANKS FOR THE HEADS UP CAUSE I REALLY LIKE THAT NEW SCOOBY ......RATS !!!!!!!!!!!!!! LET US KNOW THE SCOOP WATCHLUVER |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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Paxman wrote: My white dial one pooped the bed!coyote2.gif oagaspar wrote:While one WIS get's on the other get's off! :D I have had problems with all 4 Invictas powered by the Selitta sw200 and I am done at any price!:( Good Luck on that one Randy but it's not even as good as the original which had the eta and cost less;)Oscar, don't tell me your Roman Square mucked up!! |
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oagaspar Site Founder
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I hope they improved QC Randy but until then I will live vicariously through everyone elses Invictas :D |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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oagaspar wrote: Paxman wrote:OY!! Hey they can't possibly muck up a Miyota...can they?? Hasn't even shipped yet... expect by 10/25... kinda lame in this respect!! |
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mcwright Admin
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Yes, they can Mongo! My last Miyota Invicta (from Overstock) arrived DOA. Wouldn't run. Nadda. Nice watch, but dead. They sent me a replacement (which I didn't want) and it has been fine. |
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mcwright Admin
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Tony Duronio wrote: mcwright wrote:You guys, I dunno. coyote2.gif Water in Arizona? It cactus juice! goofy |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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mcwright wrote: Yes, they can Mongo! "Mongo only pawn... in game of life." |
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Automatic 3T WIS
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Visited Costco today and they have Invictas for sale. |
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SHADY 3T WIS 
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This is a sign that the world is coming to an end....Invicta and Costco...cat28.gif |
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mcwright Admin
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Automatic wrote: Visited Costco today and they have Invictas for sale. You can include SAM's Club too. At least mine has Invicta. |
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KenC Admin
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SHADY wrote: This is a sign that the world is coming to an end....Invicta and Costco...cat28.gif Actually, Costco has a reputation for quality and great customer service....whereas, Invicta has a reputation of being a piece of crap with no customer service! |
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teddyhanna Guest
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I wish you guys the best on owning your Invictas watch2.gif. That's all for now! |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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KenC wrote: SHADY wrote:This is a sign that the world is coming to an end....Invicta and Costco...cat28.gif Except for the few models YOU say are good?? You know you do... |
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KenC Admin
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Paxman wrote: KenC wrote:SHADY wrote:This is a sign that the world is coming to an end....Invicta and Costco...cat28.gif I am not talking about particular watches.....I am speaking of the company, and it's reputation in the industry (and with the SFL better Business Bureau)... Yes...there are some particular models that they had made that are excellent, some I have, some I don't (I have some of their POS models, too)...but they are from the "early years" before Eyal got to the proverbial "fork-in-the-road" and chose the wrong path! But even with the good models, if they developed a problem, Invicta provided vitually no customer service to resolve that problem and/or honor the warranty. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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KenC wrote: Paxman wrote:KenC wrote:SHADY wrote:This is a sign that the world is coming to an end....Invicta and Costco...cat28.gif And the beat goes on... I don't disagree with you at all. You still find a diamond in the rough, and you still hear horror stories re; CS. They are disposable imho!~! |
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KenC Admin
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Paxman wrote: KenC wrote:Paxman wrote:KenC wrote:SHADY wrote:This is a sign that the world is coming to an end....Invicta and Costco...cat28.gif I saw these on the Demotivators site: Customer Disservice  Because we're not satisfied until you're not satisfied. Apathy If we don't take care of the customer,maybe they'll stop bugging us. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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Hey Ken check this out... http://www.timetechtalk.com/view_topic.php?id=8857&forum_id=1  |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Hey the Invicta's I see (pics) in this post from Randy, Mark, Tony's and Griff look great. The Ocean Ghost and the Scuba great lookers, I almost purchased both of them several times. My wife still has two Invictas. Customer service, here I will give my take on how they might look, when you are talking to them  I had a Subaqua Nomo II I sent in for service along with my wifes baby lupah, they had both of them for 72 days. Hey I suggested to them why don't you just buy them from me. I could go on how many I have owned and my many conversations on the phone I had with the customer Reps, but I think you guys get the pic. If you ever send your Invicta to the Customer Service Dept, or you want something from them (even it's just a screw,spring bar or bolt) you are paying for it, and that might take a month if your lucky. Yesterday I e-mailed BERG and I tell him I needed a spring bar for my Orsa band. He PM me states Teddy I will send you "free" lug screws. I told BERG hey I will take the lug screws but I need a spring bar, I bent mine, he shoots back a kite at me and states "TEDDY I'M SORRY I WILL JUST SEND YOU A WHOLE NEW STRAP", man I was touched by that gestured, maybe I'm getting sensitive as I age. I gotta go, need to get a another cup of coffee this morning. |
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teddyhanna Guest
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Pax right on man, I love it  |
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SHADY 3T WIS
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Invicta Dragon Lupah...beautiful plain black strap with cream dial....this watch plays like it came of a slow boat from Hong Kong, that got tied up in customs due to being shipped with suspicious dog food from Singapore. Your Costco price is 114.99 and not the $399...that slopNBC wants.... Last edited on Mon Oct 15th, 2007 06:05 pm by SHADY |
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OldeCrow 3T WIS 
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I had a website called "invictamized.com" I kept active for a year or so. I killed it midsummer ... guess I don't need to comment goofy Doesn't stop me from buying them but I go into a purchase knowing it's either disposable or knowing I can use after market parts on it. I am appalled that people actually send watches back to the manufacturer at all! I equate that with sending my Toyota back to japan for a tune up! |
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teddyhanna Guest
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OldeCrow wrote: I had a website called "invictamized.com" I kept active for a year or so. I killed it midsummer ... guess I don't need to comment Ya I dont think I would do that again, I learned from that one. I have seen great reviews on Berg, Enzo and Mitch from Ocean7 on customer care. |
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SHADY 3T WIS
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teddyhanna wrote: OldeCrow wrote:I had a website called "invictamized.com" I kept active for a year or so. I killed it midsummer ... guess I don't need to comment |
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KenC Admin
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OldeCrow wrote: I had a website called "invictamized.com" I kept active for a year or so. I killed it midsummer ... guess I don't need to comment ....how would anyone know which manufacturer to send an Invicta watch back to???? |
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foghorn 3T WIS
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I bought 3 Invictas in the past few months and all are doing very well. However I buy them from Precision Time (a mall AD) so I can check them out first and make sure they are working examples. Should I have a problem then PT will deal with Invicta. All I do (knock on wood) is return the watch to the store. I will never buy an Invicta unless I can see the watch I am buying up close an personal. PS-the PT prices are usually as good , or better, than SNBC albeit without Value Pays. |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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Well it shipped and it should arrive tomorrow. Perfect!! My B-day is tomorrow and i'm off work too.....woo hoosmile8.gif |
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SHADY 3T WIS
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UGH THERE IS A PRODIVER 2 at COSTCO!!!! It keep saying shady come try me on...I am only $114 dollars!! You can bring me back any time....any time............. They also have the russian diver skeleton....the thing is the size of a mack truck!! What to do what to do!! Silver with the blue markers? anyone know what the story is on this watch??? Last edited on Sun Nov 11th, 2007 12:18 pm by SHADY |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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Ocean Ghost II?? Here's mine: Attachment: OGII 007.jpg (Downloaded 49 times) |
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SHADY 3T WIS
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How does the watch feel? Movement? |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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No problems with the watch at all...movement is Asian auto...Miyota. Very solid and heavy....for the $$,you can't go wrong. Go for it!! |
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watcheroo 3T WIS 
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The below is just my opinion ONLY. If you disagree, please don't take it personal because it's a general comment. I thought this board is for the "discriminating" watch collector. The reason why I'm going into watch collecting is not to collect common names you can buy at the local Sam's or Costcos but from unique, uncommon destinations like Marc's IW or Berg's Orsa. I've been wearing Seikos (one at a time, not a collection) for the longest time and never really realized the wider array of choices out there until recently. In short, I can't see myself buying an Invicta just because it's cheap. And I can't see myself buying a Rolex because it's expensive. In fact, I can't see myself buying another Seiko (unless of course it's the 600M Marinemaster). All are widely available. It's all about being proud of wearing your watch, no matter what the price -- a watch that reflects who you are as an individual -- and that to me is wearing a UNIQUE watch. People see you wear a Seiko, Invicta, and Rolex and they make a judgement about you. From now on, I'll keep them guessing!  |
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watcheroo wrote: The below is just my opinion ONLY. If you disagree, please don't take it personal because it's a general comment. While I do not take offense to what you say (nor do I take it personally), I do find it necessary to respond for, if no other reason, clarification. This forum is for all watch enthusiasts...watch "discrimination" is up to the buyer. I happen to find both quality and style in the Seiko's and Orient's I own. I also own Rolex, Cartier, Breiltling, Hamilton, ORSA, Stowa, Enzo, Trias, ZENO, etc....along with a few "choice" early Invicta watches. In agreement, I don't discriminate by price...I discriminate by what I like. Many hear like the Freak...I do not...and, there is nothing wrong with shopping at Sam's or Costco. They also carry a variety of watches including, but not limited to, Breitling, Rolex, Cartier, Movado, Zenith, Chase-Durer, Victorinox, TAG, Cole, et al, for the discriminating collector. There are some who might say that buying from "boutiques" off the Internet is not very discriminating...I am not one of those. But choice is choice...and it is very personal...so...bottom line, this forum is for any watch enthusiast who enjoys and wishes to participate. |
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canadajo 3T WIS
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Discriminating tastes can be like philosophy ...there is no right or wrong ..... I own everything from Swiss high-grade ( Rolex Omega Longines ) to an Orient star to German Limes and Stowa ...but I also own Seiko's and Russians and Trias's ....I wont buy an Invicta but thats just me and I really like the Scoobies .......I wouldnt blame a guy for buyin one and I agree this forum needs all kinds ....diff strokes for diff folks , eh ????? |
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watcheroo 3T WIS
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Obviously, what you do with your own money is your own business. If owning an Invicta is your thing, then who am I to criticize? I hope you all didn't see my post as a criticism but an opinion from a different perspective. To me, seeing that there are so many choices out there, an Invicta that anyone can pretty much get anywhere is down on my list. |
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teddyhanna Guest
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watcheroo wrote: Obviously, what you do with your own money is your own business. If owning an Invicta is your thing, then who am I to criticize? I hope you all didn't see my post as a criticism but an opinion from a different perspective. To me, seeing that there are so many choices out there, an Invicta that anyone can pretty much get anywhere is down on my list. Hey Thomas I did not get my feelings hurt over your comments and I started out watching slopnbc hehe...and ya I use to watch Jimmy Skelfluff...the master of bull..hehe. Man I must of had about 45 of those Invicta's, my wife still has 2 of them. Hey I would buy them and before 30 days were up I would send it back. You have guys on this forum that know there stuff front-wards and backwards, about watches and they dig Invicta's, and I respect that. I have to agree with Ken and CJ, they stated It best, Just keep bringing it Thomas, hell I had one of my own post deleted out, I just might have drank to many beers that day. |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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watchluvr1 wrote: No problems with the watch at all...movement is Asian auto...Miyota. Very solid and heavy....for the $$,you can't go wrong. Go for it!! I couldn't say it any better!! Works for me!! |
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watcheroo 3T WIS
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Teddyhanna, LOL!  I'll "keep bringing it" to make this board (ahem) interesting, if you drink more beers before you start posting again. Man, to have your post deleted, you must have said something bad about someone's watch AND his or her mother -- a deadly combo! |
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SHADY 3T WIS
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I went down and tried her on....fit was nice.....but did not like the dial that much...up close.... |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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watchluvr1 wrote: Well it shipped and it should arrive tomorrow. Perfect!! My B-day is tomorrow and i'm off work too.....woo hoosmile8.gifHey Randy where is this bad boy? did it go lost or not live up to expectations? Pix? Just curious from another thread... |
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watchluvr1 3T WIS
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I did get it,not on my B-day though. Came the following Monday. I did not even size it yet...it's nice..just thought it would be bigger...maybe a little more substantial....otherwise it's real nice. When i size it,i'll post wrist shots.Camera_photos.gi |
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Paxman 3T WIS
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watchluvr1 wrote: I did get it,not on my B-day though. Came the following Monday. I did not even size it yet...it's nice..just thought it would be bigger...maybe a little more substantial....otherwise it's real nice. When i size it,i'll post wrist shots.Camera_photos.gi Well I hope you had a happy birthday anyway!! Looking forward to seeing it. |
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