Invicta Pro Diver Chronograph (Generation 1/Vintage Style), Ref. 2307
Dive Chronograph · Invicta Watch Group (founded in Switzerland, currently US-based). Affordable lifestyle/value-tier brand known for large, robust designs.
Period: Modern Tool Watch / Neo-Vintage (Early 2000s). This period is defined by heavy-duty stainless steel constructions, oversized pushers, and high-contrast 'triple subdial' layouts influenced by Swiss divers like the Breitling Superocean.
Type
Dive Chronograph
Brand
Invicta Watch Group (founded in Switzerland, currently US-based). Affordable lifestyle/value-tier brand known for large, robust designs.
Movement
Japanese Quartz Chronograph (likely TMI/Seiko VD53 or VD54). Features include central seconds, sub-seconds, 60-minute counter, and 24-hour indicator.
Dimensions
Case diameter: 44mm; Thickness: 13.5mm; Lug-to-lug: 50mm; Lug width: 22mm. This watch wears large and 'tall' on the wrist.
Description
A robust, high-impact chronograph that draws heavy inspiration from high-end Swiss diver-chronographs. It features a heavy steel presence on the wrist with a utilitarian aesthetic, characterized by its oversized screw-down pushers and high-contrast Arabic numerals. It is designed for those who want the 'look' of a professional tool watch at an accessible price point.
Key Features
Oversized screw-down chronograph pushers, 'Breitling-style' engraved steel bezel without an aluminum insert, and the winged Invicta logo with a yellow-gold-tone counterweight (standard on older models).
Dial Description
Matte black dial with three chronograph subdials at 6, 9, and 12 o'clock. Silver-toned applied Arabic numerals and baton indices with Tritnite luminous filling. Sword-style hands with a central chronograph needle.
Case Material
Brushed stainless steel (316L grade) with polished accents on the lugs and crown guards.
Crystal Type
Flame Fusion (Invicta's proprietary mineral/sapphire hybrid) or hardened mineral glass. Flat profile with no visible AR coating in this image.
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating stainless steel bezel with engraved 60-minute scale. Thick scalloped edges for grip, resembling the Breitling 'Rider Tab' style.
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down crown with stamped logo flanked by two screw-down chronograph pushers (pump style with threaded locking sleeves) to ensure water resistance.
Bracelet or Strap
Stainless steel three-link 'Oyster' style bracelet with high-polish center links and brushed outer links. Standard folding safety clasp.
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down stainless steel caseback featuring the Invicta wings logo and technical specifications (model number, water resistance rating).
Movement Type
Japanese Quartz Chronograph (likely TMI/Seiko VD53 or VD54). Features include central seconds, sub-seconds, 60-minute counter, and 24-hour indicator.
Water Resistance
Rated at 100m (330ft) or 200m (660ft) depending on specific reference batch. Suitable for swimming and light snorkeling, but not recommended for professional scuba diving.
Origin & Provenance
Brand origin: Swiss. Assembly: Likely Malaysia or Thailand using Japanese movement components. This is a mass-produced consumers-tier watch.
Age Estimate
Circa 2005–2015 based on the dial layout, branding font, and the specific bezel design used in early Pro Diver iterations.
Cultural Significance
A staple of early 21st-century 'entry-level' watch collecting. It represents the trend of large-diameter 'homage' watches that made professional diving aesthetics accessible to the general public.
Condition Notes
Very Good. The bezel shows light surface scuffing common for steel-on-steel designs. The bracelet shows typical 'desk diving' marks. Lume appears intact but may have Diminished brightness due to age.
Value Estimate
Pre-owned market value: $40 - $75 USD. Value is mostly sentimental as these are widely available on the secondary market.
Care & Maintenance
Requires battery replacement every 2-3 years. If used for swimming, the gaskets should be pressure-tested annually. Ensure pushers are fully screwed down before any water exposure.
Similar Watches
Breitling Superocean Chronograph (higher tier), Seiko SSC Series Solar Divers, Citizen Promaster Chronograph.
Interesting Facts
Invicta was originally a Swiss brand founded in 1837 by Raphael Picard. The brand was revived in the 1990s and became famous for its 'deal of the day' marketing on shopping networks like QVC and ShopHQ.