The last month of 2011 is a very exciting time for Invicta Watches, primarily because of the launch of the first ever mechanical timepiece with a tourbillon complication. Even though refine mechanical wristwatches are certainly not the first thing that pops to one’s mind when talking about this watchmaker, it is surely a nice effort of taking this company to a next advanced level. The new watch is made with Chinese-made movement that is not the most delicate of the existing ones. However, it enables all the potential buyers to acquire a product with a tourbillon feature for a very reasonable price.
Invicta Reserve Specialty Limited Edition 1573 Watch
This fine timepiece with an exceptional design is made in a limited edition, in three existing dial colors. Each of the models is made in only 200 pieces, which makes them even more rare and exclusive. The product is a part of the Reserve collection. Its mechanism is set in a quite chunky circular stainless steel case. The robust, yet very complex casing includes the diameter of 52 mm and the thickness of 21 mm, so it is fair to say that this would not be a timepiece for people who prefer a discrete timekeeping instrument. Since it represents a breakthrough and a landmark in the history of the manufacturer, this large size that draws attention comes as no surprise.
Invicta Reserve Specialty Limited Edition 1574 Watch
The case is the setting for the Seagull TY800 mechanical automatic movement with a visible flying tourbillon. The mechanism with 27 jewels runs on 21,600 vph with the power reserve of approximately 40 hours. The Seagull TY800 mechanism with a Cote de Genève decoration is visible through the exhibition case back.
Spider Motif on the Exceptional Dial
As previously mentioned, the landmark timepiece by Invicta features a very distinguished design. The case consists of more than four dozen parts. All the effort that was put in the construction is clearly visible in the appearance of the fixed bezel. The timepiece also has a screw down crown. The sophisticated design that we already underlined can be seen when you look at the dial of the watch that is guarded with the flame fusion crystal (as in all Invicta timepieces). In the background, there is a perlage motif plate which is the home of a spider shape decoration. The body of the spider is represented by the tourbillon cage, while the metal details represent the legs of the spider. Tourbillon cage completes a single rotation every minute and it is used to display seconds. There are three different colors of the exceptional dial: red gold (model 1574), gun metal (1573) and blue (1684). The tips of the hour and minute hands are luminous to insure improved visibility.
Invicta Reserve Specialty Limited Edition 1684 Watch Caseback
Due to the construction of the watch, it is able to withstand water pressures up to 500 meters. The timepiece for men is made with a chunky steel bracelet, constructed to be appropriate for the large case. It is 31 mm wide and fastens with a deployment clasp. The retail price of Invicta Reserve Specialty Limited Edition Tourbillon is still quite affordable, considering the inclusion of the mechanical movement with a flying tourbillon. It costs $2,715.
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Ref. No. 1574
Gender Men Shape Round Case Material Stainless steel Case Diameter 52 mm Case Thickness 21 mm Crystal Flame fusion Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Dial Red gold Movement Seagull TY800 mechanical automatic movement Shock-Proofing No Bezel Fixed Calendar Yes Chronograph No Moon Phase Indicator No Dual Time/World Time No Alarm No Display Analog Water-Resistance 500 meters Altimeter-Depth Meter No Power Reserve 40 hours Assembly Style Price $2715 - 1573
Ref. No. 1573
Gender Men Shape Round Case Material Stainless steel Case Diameter 52 mm Case Thickness 21 mm Crystal Flame fusion Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Dial Gun metal Movement Seagull TY800 mechanical automatic movement Shock-Proofing No Bezel Fixed Calendar Yes Chronograph No Moon Phase Indicator No Dual Time/World Time No Alarm No Display Analog Water-Resistance 500 meters Altimeter-Depth Meter No Power Reserve 40 hours Assembly Style Price $2715 - 1684
Ref. No. 1684
Gender Men Shape Round Case Material Stainless steel Case Diameter 52 mm Case Thickness 21 mm Crystal Flame fusion Bracelet/Strap Stainless steel Dial Gun metal Movement Seagull TY800 mechanical automatic movement Shock-Proofing No Bezel Fixed Calendar Yes Chronograph No Moon Phase Indicator No Dual Time/World Time No Alarm No Display Analog Water-Resistance 500 meters Altimeter-Depth Meter No Power Reserve 40 hours Assembly Style Price $2715
Invicta Presents Tourbillon Timepiece – Invicta Reserve Specialty Mechanical Limited Edition Tourbillon Watch review was published on Watchalyzer on January 2, 2012
This incredible Invicta watch has water resistance of 500 meters. That`s incredible!
I dive often and I need that kind of watch. This one is mine, for sure!
Dear Wesley, this comment that you wrote is ok, but tell me just one thing- you said that you dive often and that`s cool. But, what is the difference if the watch has water resistance of 100 or 500 meters?
Have you ever dived at the depth of 100 meters? I don`t think so.
So, there is no difference if the watch has water resistance of 100 or 500 meters because you can`t dive at those deeps. My advice to you – search on this site the watch which has smaller water resistance, but at the same time it must have a smaller price
I`m not a fan of Invicta watches. Honestly, those watches are ugly to me. They have excellent features, good design…. but I can`t look at those watches. There are many brands which have better watches and prices.
I bought my first Invicta watch in the summer of 2010 now, I own 5 so far so good no complaints.
In addition I also own 2 Tag Heuer watches the funny thing is I get more compliments for the Invictas over the Tags. But, when i wear my Tag Heuer 2120 and walk into a high end jewelry store
the sales person must likely will guide me towards a higher end watch
Craig Ellis, 100 meter WR is only good for maybe a shallow swim in a pool. There is no way you should attempt to dive with 100 m watch. It just doesnt work that way.All those Invicta Russian Dive watches are all for show, there isnt a diver on this planet that would take one on a real dive, if they are only 100m WR Dont get me wrong I love Invicta and I own over twenty of them but I will almost always only buy 200 m WR and above. I am not a diver and I dont even remember the last time I went swimming, I just feel that a 200 m watch is more solid and durable.
i’m stuck between the invicta 1684 (blue tourbillon) and the invicta 1573 (gunmetal tourbillon).
which one is better … any recommendations?
i’m open to all suggestions.
thank you!