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Value of the Valjoux
After seeing Invicta fail to sell out on the TTV at a much lower price than they have sold them before, what does this say for the pricing of the 7750? It seems that it has been way over priced for a long time. This was not a watch that has been sitting on a shelf for months or years as is the usual reason given for a lower price. This is brand new and highly decorated movement. You can go on ShopNBC and see watches that have the 7750 with at least one thousand dollars or much more added to the price. It will be interesting to see how Android will price their upcoming 7750 watches. I think that what Invicta has done should set a new standard at what price the 7750 is really worth and roughly at what price range other watches should be coming in at. Your opinions please. Thank you, RichI IAM NOT KNOCKING ANY BRAND OR MOVEMENT I HAVE AT LEAST FIVE .7750S MY OUESTION IS WHY THE LARGE DIFFERENCE IN PRICEING OF THE SAME MOVEMENT
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I think when your spending over $500 for any watch you should expect sapphire crystals at the very least. The design or look of the watch was also a turn off for many. Plus having a vj7750 in a Tissot, at the same time on a DoD site, for $150 less didn't help any. Another thing to remember is that the DD debacle have kept many on the sidelines when it comes to ponying up the big bucks for any Invicta. Android's upcoming take on the 7750 is also attracting considerable attention and will probably sell out immediately.
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I posted in another thread that there seems to be a lot of 775s available now. Lior has a bunch and so does Invicta.I doubt if there is a shortage anymore despite the rumors. __________________
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Yes, Wing has a bunch of them. I think with Invicta, they know the pricing HAS to be low or very few will buy. Thats why Eyal brings us great deals. Any other Shop brands watches with 7750's are close to $1000. I think Invicta purchases by the truckload and can offer their 7750 models cheap. They must have a very good relationship with ETA. __________________
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geez, for only your second post you sure came out guns blazing, makes one wonder... here's a thought... if you dont like them dont buy them... __________________
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Quote: Originally Posted by rhickey I think when your spending over $500 for any watch you should expect sapphire crystals at the very least. The design or look of the watch was also a turn off for many. Plus having a vj7750 in a Tissot, at the same time on a DoD site, for $150 less didn't help any. Another thing to remember is that the DD debacle have kept many on the sidelines when it comes to ponying up the big bucks for any Invicta. Android's upcoming take on the 7750 is also attracting considerable attention and will probably sell out immediately. What is "DoD?"
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I think it is nothing more then showing that money is tight of a lot of folks in this country today. I don't feel that the 7750 as been over priced at all. Invicta tried something to see if they could spur some higher end sales and honestly, we don't know how many of them they really sold. They may be perfectly happy with the number of watches they sold this last weekend. Many are not flowing in cash as they have been in the past. I know many collectors that right now would rather buy two or three lower priced watches then spend $600 or more on one watch. They just want MORE at this time point even though they would have loved to shell out for that one watch. Just a sign of the times. Invicta brought out a nice watch with a nice movement and sold some at a good price. It really does not reflect on what that movement is really worth. Just what todays economy is worth. __________________ God put fools on this earth as a cheap form of entertainment to the rest of us!
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Quote: Originally Posted by 50mm&up Deal of the Day site. ====== OMGosh.... I actually thought it had something to do with the Department of Defense (DOD) and some connection to military PX locations that sell watches, cameras and the like. I know prices would be lower there.
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Quote: Originally Posted by WiZKiD... geez, for only your second post you sure came out guns blazing, makes one wonder... here's a thought... if you dont like them dont buy them... so what the op made a valid point and wasn't disrepectful about either.. so whats the problem??
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I bought the large Philip admirale (47mm I think)from Shop last year at just under $600. That was a much better deal, as it had sapphire crystals front and back, and a very classic look and a much more detailed dial. I think that Invicta's pricing should have been in the $500-$600 range. At that point I would have purchased one.
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I think that there is so much anticipation for the Android 7750 that a lot of potential buyers want to see them both before they buy. This may mean that you miss out on the Invicta, but the Android may be a better buy. On the other hand, if the Android ends up costing $200 more, you should have bought the Invicta. I have no idea what would be the best way to go. Wish I had a crystal ball. I do know I'd really like to have a 7750, and with the competition heating up I just may be able to afford one in the near future! __________________ Bullwinkle: "Hey Rocky, watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat!"
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I think it's what the movement was packaged in. The goldtone and two tone configurations just didn't hit it off. The other sold out within an hour.
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Quote: Originally Posted by STILL TICKIN I think it what the movement was packaged in. The goldtone and two tone configurations just didn't hit it off. The other sold out within an hour.
Very good point Rick. The silvertone went quick. Makes you wonder: more silver+less gold=sellout? __________________ Bullwinkle: "Hey Rocky, watch me pull a rabbit out of my hat!"
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Between the economy tightening up again and Invicta not making enough of the most popular option (Silvertone) pretty well sums it up!
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Quote: Originally Posted by sunaru so what the op made a valid point and wasn't disrepectful about either.. so whats the problem?? oh snap! a bodyguard... lmao... and my point wasnt valid because? listen "bruh" all im saying is that if an individual has certain issues with certain watch brands, movements,etc... just over look them and on to the next... different strokes for different folks... that wasnt disrespectful at all... __________________
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Quote: Originally Posted by STILL TICKIN I think it what the movement was packaged in. The goldtone and two tone configurations just didn't hit it off. The other sold out within an hour. Totally agree, the silvertone sold out in what ? like and hour ? The tutone almost sold out as well. So I do not think it was the price entirely, but the total package. __________________
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Quote: Originally Posted by NJ WatchGuy I bought the large Philip admirale (47mm I think)from Shop last year at just under $600. That was a much better deal, as it had sapphire crystals front and back, and a very classic look and a much more detailed dial. I think that Invicta's pricing should have been in the $500-$600 range. At that point I would have purchased one. They (the Goldtone and Two tone) should be just under that price when they hit the Sunday Run in a couple months.
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Originally Posted by STILL TICKIN I think it what the movement was packaged in. The goldtone and two tone configurations just didn't hit it off. The other sold out within an hour. I agree, I think this might have been more of an issue, because that was certainly a SWEET price for the movement. I debated on buying for a few minutes, decided not to. I would have bought the ss. Goldtone and two-tone doesn't work for me.... I want that 7750 movement with ss or rose, or rose and black. Even after ss had sold out and Jim and Mike were displaying the remaining two models.... sitting there on the counter.... they just didn't look desirable. __________________
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Quote: Originally Posted by rhickey I think when your spending over $500 for any watch you should expect sapphire crystals at the very least. The design or look of the watch was also a turn off for many. Plus having a vj7750 in a Tissot, at the same time on a DoD site, for $150 less didn't help any. Another thing to remember is that the DD debacle have kept many on the sidelines when it comes to ponying up the big bucks for any Invicta. Android's upcoming take on the 7750 is also attracting considerable attention and will probably sell out immediately. Quote: Originally Posted by NJ WatchGuy I bought the large Philip admirale (47mm I think)from Shop last year at just under $600. That was a much better deal, as it had sapphire crystals front and back, and a very classic look and a much more detailed dial. I think that Invicta's pricing should have been in the $500-$600 range. At that point I would have purchased one. both mentioned watches that are NOS, that is not even in the same league as the TTV, i dare you to find 7750 on a NEW production watch for 699 __________________ I'd rather be a lion for a day than a lamb that lives forever - Canibus
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Originally Posted by krayziehustler both mentioned watches that are NOS, that is not even in the same league as the TTV, i dare you to find 7750 on a NEW production watch for 699 Tissot is not in the same league with Invicta. Your kidding, right? rhickey View Public Profile Send a private message to rhickey Find all posts by rhickey Add rhickey to Your Contacts
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Originally Posted by rhinckley After seeing Invicta fail to sell out on the TTV at a much lower price than they have sold them before, what does this say for the pricing of the 7750? It seems that it has been way over priced for a long time. This was not a watch that has been sitting on a shelf for months or years as is the usual reason given for a lower price. This is brand new and highly decorated movement. You can go on ShopNBC and see watches that have the 7750 with at least one thousand dollars or much more added to the price. It will be interesting to see how Android will price their upcoming 7750 watches. I think that what Invicta has done should set a new standard at what price the 7750 is really worth and roughly at what price range other watches should be coming in at. Your opinions please. Thank you, Rich
They have never sold them before. This was the very first time Invicta has ever put a Valjoux 7750 into a Pro Diver. Some are saying Valjoux 7750s are "everywhere".... Huh? Sure, we're seeing a few more around right now, but these brands ordered them about TWO YEARS AGO. The wait is still about 2 years, the supply is about the same, not much has changed. If you find other 500m Swiss Made divers with decorated V7750s for $700, you should buy as many as you can afford.... I can't find any new watches that fit the bill. __________________
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oh snap! a bodyguard... lmao... and my point wasnt valid because? listen "bruh" all im saying is that if an individual has certain issues with certain watch brands, movements,etc...
just over look them and on to the next... different strokes for different folks... that wasnt disrespectful at all... no bodyguard here you just came off condecending.. you could use your same point to state my case if you didn't like what you read then don't respond" just
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Originally Posted by Leed24 Totally agree, the silvertone sold out in what ? like and hour ? The tutone almost sold out as well. So I do not think it was the price entirely, but the total package. As of today at 1:30 Shop still shows an inventory of 866 (568 goldtone, 2 silvertone, 292 two-tone). I don't think that 292 two-tone in inventory is "almost sold out." Note that they show 2 silvertone, if anyone is interested in trying for them. kdh1949 View Public Profile Send a private message to kdh1949 Send email to kdh1949 Find all posts by kdh1949 Add kdh1949 to Your Contacts #32 Today, 10:20 AM
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I think this is a clear illustration that some people will never be satisfied. We wanted better movements from Invicta-more automatics--Now we get them. Now people want to challenge the price and say they are too expensive--relative to where these used to sell--we're getting a better deal. If they sold them cheaper--other people would be complaining about Invicta devaluing their watches and these movements. For christsake--you don't like it, don't buy. You want it cheaper---wait a few months and try to find it on a DOD. This post I realize is futile--these debates will continue to rage forever, oh well, I guess I had a few minutes of my life to waste! bigwatchguy66 View Public Profile Send a private message to bigwatchguy66 Find all posts by bigwatchguy66 Add bigwatchguy66 to Your Contacts #34 Today, 10:36 AM
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This thread is about why the TTV didn't sell out. The price may be a factor as well as the fact that the design is boring and the availability of quality options out there for less (Tissot PRS516) all contributed to poor performance of the ProDiver 7750. I wasn't interested personally because of the design and because the next two watches on my list happen to not be Invictas (Chopard Mille Miglia and Tag Heuer F1 Grande Date). rhickey View Public Profile Send a private message to rhickey Find all posts by rhickey Add rhickey to Your Contacts #35 Today, 10:41 AM Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 15,130 Real Name: "Diamond Jim" Skelton
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Simply put, the TTV didn't sell out ONLY because of the color choices. Silvertone sold out before the launch (during the preview hour earlier). If we had 80% in silver tone and 20% in two tone, it would have been gone in three airings max. __________________
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I'm on the fence, waiting for Android. I have a pro diver auto now and was not too interested in a chrono 7750 in this watch. I have a 7750 SAN III, so I have the movement. I have recently purchased watches on DOD sites at much reduced prices, so if the price is right, I might consider it then. Besides that, $700 is no small sum in this economy. I have no issue with Invicta quality or Shop pricing, but keep an eye on WOW, etc. You might get a pleasant surprise. pirate View Public Profile Send a private message to pirate
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Originally Posted by jskelton Simply put, the TTV didn't sell out ONLY because of the color choices. Silvertone sold out before the launch (during the preview hour earlier). If we had 80% in silver tone and 20% in two tone, it would have been gone in three airings max. OK, so why so many goldtone and two tone? The same thing happened with the last reserve pro diver ttv. Omegaman68 View Public Profile Send a private message to Omegaman68 Find all posts by Omegaman68 Add Omegaman68 to Your Contacts #38 Today, 11:07 AM
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I picked up the Silvertone and I was going to hold off to get the Android. For me the total package just made it worth it to me. I got my SAN III 7750 for about $850 on Clearance and I've been very happy with that. This will be my first Pro Diver, regular production or Reserve, and 2nd 7750 and I can't wait to get it. I think that people just generalize things like "well this watch has a 7750 in it and is this much so all the other 7750 watches should be the same price" without taking all the different factors into consideration. But like I said before, the PD 7750 was a good deal for me and I liked the Silvertone so I picked one up. jimmyv View Public Profile Send a private message to jimmyv Find all posts by jimmyv
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geez, for only your second post you sure came out guns blazing, makes one wonder... here's a thought... if you dont like them dont buy them... Guns blazing? Only your second post? Why the need for posts like this? He offered an interesting topic that evokes thought and conversation and frankly that is what I find most enjoyable about our site. Certainly more interesting than great looking watch dude, isn't it? __________________ If a man's mistakes determine what he was, then what he does about those mistakes, should determine what he is The V-Man View Public Profile Send a private message to The V-Man Send email to The V-Man Find all posts by The V-Man Add The V-Man to Your Contacts #40 Today, 11:31 AM
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IMO we'll look back on this an say that THIS was a Very Good TTV. It will turn out to be another great offering. $699 for a 7750, come on its a good deal and I'm glad Invicta gave us a shoot at this movement at this price. MamboKing View Public Profile
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Originally Posted by The V-Man Guns blazing? Only your second post? Why the need for posts like this? He offered an interesting topic that evokes thought and conversation and frankly that is what I find most enjoyable about our site. Certainly more interesting than great looking watch dude, isn't it? Thats what i thought as well, but i got called a body guard for the same logic.. seems like the only welcome threads are "look what i got" etc.... i don't have a problem with those, but don't understand the logic in mocking or attacking someone when you don't like a thread.. makes no sense to me if you don't like a topic push along and find one you do.. i'm sure if the owners or admins felt like the op was bashing the thread woulda been closed faster than a 1/4 mile on a episode of pinks all out.. sunaru View Public Profile Send a private message to sunaru Find all posts by sunaru Add sunaru to Your Contacts #42 Today, 11:38 AM
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With the cost going up all the time for these Mvts, the Cost of entry will only become higher. I.E. the Swiss Legend Militare (1000.00+). My last "new" purchases of V7750 watches were at ShopNBC over two years ago from Paul Woods the WatchDaddy himself. I laid out 579.00 for a clearance Admirale, and 600.00 for the last of the Panamas. Considering the market for these Mvts Now, Eyal and ShopNBC worked a killer deal. Yes they could have allotted more Black/SS. But the fact remains, the price was insane when Jim is selling SANIII at 1200.00+ AND the SAS even more. And hey, some one out there is buying them. Two points to be made- What will Wing bring his Brainchild in for, AND more importantly,
will these watches with this Mvt be available to us Ave. Folks much longer? The days of 5-600.00 Valjoux 7750 Mvt watches is History, unless you frequent what Jim cutely calls the Secondary Market. Clark in Seattle. cm1061 View Public Profile Send a private message to cm1061 Find all posts by cm1061 Add cm1061 to Your Contacts #43 Today, 11:40 AM
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I bought the RD 7750 for 90.00 more so now I can't wear a watch that small. If it would have been the new 55mm one I would have bought one. I don't need another watch to sit in my towers. I have the grand diver and it just sits there. Does this mean we will see the ones that are left at a once only price in a month. It shows 7 left in silver but at 909.00 reserveman View Public Profile Send a private message to reserveman Send email to reserveman Find all posts by reserveman Add reserveman to Your Contacts #44 Today, 11:43 AM
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oh snap! a bodyguard... lmao... and my point wasnt valid because? listen "bruh" all im saying is that if an individual has certain issues with certain watch brands, movements,etc... just over look them and on to the next... different strokes for
different folks... that wasnt disrespectful at all... No, actually your point wasn't valid...who set you up as the Post Monitor, to chastize people with a valid question just because they don't have "X" amount of posts? Man, if you don't like the post then practice what you preach and just pass it by...this "kill the messenger" crap is getting old... HeavyChevy View Public Profile Send a private message to HeavyChevy Send email to HeavyChevy Find all posts by HeavyChevy Add HeavyChevy to Your Contacts #45 Today, 12:03 PM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: New Orleans Area Posts: 964 Real Name: Paul
pjgu7000 Senior Member Veteran Geek
I think the 7750 movement was well worth the money but what about the two tone band's center links not being plated on the under side of the link? I have many watches with 7750 movements but no two tone divers so I was tempted to purchase the two tone until my cousin "Black Cat" brought the center link plating to my attention. Jill talked about the quality of the watch on the show by commenting how the back of the case was gold plated, but failed to notice the links. Still a nice watch but Invicta needs to go a little further by plating the whole link not just what we see. __________________
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Thanks Jim and Eyal, I appreciate the fact that you even offered them to us at such a great price when you didn't have to. Now, Jim can you PM me and tell me where I can leave an envelope for you and what phone booth you can leave that rose gold Gearhead at my Brothanessss ? __________________
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Originally Posted by krayziehustler both mentioned watches that are NOS, that is not even in the same league as the TTV, i dare you to find 7750 on a NEW production watch for 699 Ducati 7750 Tissot 7750.Both were less. I have the RPD sw200 2 tone and I couldnt justify the extra 550$ more for the 7750. __________________
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Trawetsdor Senior Member Senior Geek
So why not do this then? This dosent seem like an isolated incident. Dosen't the Silvetone watches pretty much out sell (by many times) the GoldTone watches all the time? I know for me persoanlly I dont wear any GoldTone watches, if its not real Gold it looks cheap no matter how gold the plating process is. Just food for thought Quote:
Originally Posted by jskelton Simply put, the TTV didn't sell out ONLY because of the color choices. Silvertone sold out before the launch (during the preview hour earlier). If we had 80% in silver tone and 20% in two tone, it would have been gone in three airings max. Trawetsdor View Public Profile Send a private message to Trawetsdor Find all posts by Trawetsdor Add Trawetsdor to Your Contacts #49 Today, 02:14 PM
capthook Senior Member Super Geek
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i got the silvertone......thanks invicta and eyal for a great watch at a great price......bottom line...... capthook View Public Profile Send a private message to capthook Send email to capthook Find all posts by capthook Add capthook to Your Contacts #50 Today, 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by NJ WatchGuy I bought the large Philip admirale (47mm I think)from Shop last year at just under $600. That was a much better deal, as it had sapphire crystals front and back, and a very classic
look and a much more detailed dial. I think that Invicta's pricing should have been in the $500-$600 range. At that point I would have purchased one. Not a fair comparison. I have this 48mm Philip Watch and when it was launched over 2 years ago the price was around the $900 mark which was a great price back then. Quote:
Originally Posted by STILL TICKIN I think it what the movement was packaged in. The goldtone and two tone configurations just didn't hit it off. The other sold out within an hour. Well said. I think this was the case as well. Forecasting is a tough call, but it would have been interesting to see what would have happened if 100% of the quantities available were Silvertone? Quote:
Originally Posted by krayziehustler both mentioned watches that are NOS, that is not even in the same league as the TTV, i dare you to find 7750 on a NEW production watch for 699 I agree. You must compare newly launched item to newly launched item. I think there are some out there that believe that if they have never seen it before then it must be new. __________________ Class...Quelle heure est il? - Madame Eno (My 8th grade French Teacher) Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Virginia /Washington D.C. Posts: 758 Real Name: Jeff Davekos
desert rex Senior Member Veteran Geek
I think the op's tone had a little got ya to it that some picked up on thats why the responses back to him that you see, but in reality the Silver tone sold out in what 40 minutes.its always been the pro diver's most popular color.lots of people holding out for the Android and the 48 mm by deep blue not to mention their dress diver.I do believe that if the TTV had been all silver tone it would have pushed everyone on to it.this is not an issue about the 7750 and its value .there's no debate there desert rex View Public Profile Send a private message to desert rex Find all posts by desert rex Add desert rex to Your Contacts #52 Today, 02:39 PM
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Ronko Man Senior Member Super Geek
Come on Rick it is Dept. of Defense! lol As far as not selling out my spin is for me I already have a few 7750's & I have some dive watches that look pretty much the same. Plus like already mentioned there are other mfg's with 7750 in the market. But for those who don't have a 7750 I would jump on it. Quote:
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Originally Posted by reliefcp Ducati 7750 Tissot 7750.Both were less. I have the RPD sw200 2 tone and I couldnt justify the extra 550$ more for the 7750. Sorry my friend, I hate to correct you but both were NOS sold through distributors (like Lior) for far below cost. The Ducati was somewhere around $1400 when it was a new model before they got offed to discounters. __________________
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jeff meade Senior Member Senior Geek
I think over all the price was good but with all the up-grades it still looked to me like the under side of the links on the two tone were not gold plated but i may be wrong . I know this has been discussed before and to some not a big deal . But if what i saw was correct all the other up-grades go out the window in my opinion . If you can offer one with all gold plating i would think you could gold plate the bottom side of the links on the two tone. Like i say if i'm wrong i stand corrected . Congrats too all that got one and i hope you enjoy your watch . jeff meade View Public Profile Send a private message to jeff meade Find all posts by jeff meade Add jeff meade to Your Contacts #55 Today, 02:46 PM Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Baltimore,MD Posts: 2,113 Real Name: David
buck219 Senior Member Super Geek
My guess is the the Vaj 7750 mov't wasn't enough to get more people to purchase. Or like
another poster the overall look of the watch wasn't enough. The price was a good one,but perhaps for many people even in this economy it wasn't low enough. __________________
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I agree with the plating suggestion that the links should be plated all around. Also, in a watch of this caliber and price point, sapphire crystals front and back are warranted. ~ Denise rottieluv View Public Profile Send a private message to rottieluv Find all posts by rottieluv Add rottieluv to Your Contacts #57 Today, 02:53 PM
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Originally Posted by krayziehustler both mentioned watches that are NOS, that is not even in the same league as the TTV, i dare you to find 7750 on a NEW production watch for 699 Actually, this wasn't NOS, it was a limited production run by Phillip. It actually says it on the case back, the first ones made were limited editions. As far as the value, I have a lot of Invictas as well but I can't see Flame fusion as being an upgrade for Sapphire that the Phillip or even the Tissot had. I also think that at $600 people would have purchased any color they could get their hands on IMHO. I also think not plating the back of the 2 tone bracelet was a bad move, I expect better from the reserve line. NJ WatchGuy View Public Profile Send a private message to NJ WatchGuy Find all posts by NJ WatchGuy Add NJ WatchGuy to Your Contacts #58 Today, 03:02 PM Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 179
karns944 Senior Member Senior Geek
If I had the EXTRA money I would of bought the SILVERTONE but I didn't have the money so I didn't buy it. You could not have given me either of the other two, thus why they didn't sell out. It's not that hard to understand. karns944 View Public Profile Send a private message to karns944 Find all posts by karns944 Add karns944 to Your Contacts #59 Today, 03:13 PM
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I also think, for many, it was like putting a Porsche engine in a Mini Van. Don't get me wrong, I like the diver style, but many of us have divers (many more interesting or different looking) or even already have invicta's version. Many of us also have 7750s. So, while I think that the over all deal was good, the watch does/did nothing for me. I only bought it when one bounced back, because I **knew** a geek would want it. If none did, it would have gone back unopened. I'm glad that 50mm was able to get the watch steves02 View Public Profile Send a private message to steves02 Send email to steves02 Find all posts by steves02 Add steves02 to Your Contacts #60 Today, 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by sunaru Thats what i thought as well, but i got called a body guard for the same logic.. seems like the only welcome threads are "look what i got" etc.... i don't have a problem with those, but don't understand the logic in mocking or attacking someone when you don't like a thread.. makes no sense to me if you don't like a topic push along and find one you do.. i'm sure if the owners or admins felt like the op was bashing the thread woulda been closed faster than a 1/4 mile on a episode of pinks all out.. Agreed with you as well... You were more than justified with your response. See too much of this back and forth around here now, so I really don't get involved in it, but you were right IMO... Shady View Public Profile Send a private message to Shady Find all posts by Shady Add Shady to Your Contacts #61 Today, 03:18 PM
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I'm sorry but the Pro Diver case just doesn't do anything for me. Love the movement but it's not a Tourby that the movement alone captures the attention. glasetj View Public Profile Send a private message to glasetj Find all posts by glasetj Add glasetj to Your Contacts #62 Today, 03:19 PM
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I agree with Jim S. Look at the recent TTV swiss made pro diver gold tone that did not sell well on Shop. It was selling for $199 on Invicta Shark last week. However, that being said, this is not an ordinary 7750 watch. 500m water resistance, fully decorated and tested movement, c'mon. I stopped buying Invicta because of their quality control issues over a year ago, but this was just too good of a deal. Plus, if it isn't up to my expectations, I will send it back. Of course I was lucky enough to get the SS version. Now if they just put the T25 tubes in this baby, OH MY!!!!!!! the watcher View Public Profile Send a private message to the watcher Find all posts by the watcher Add the watcher to Your Contacts #63 Today, 03:31 PM
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I believe that if they made more of the silvertone and much less of the goldtone and two tone, they may have sold out. I have the SAN III(gold/black 1/500) in the 7750, have no complaints and paid $1300 for it. Yes, I did buy the TTV in all three colors for $699 and
believe that the Android 7750 will be between $1,000- $1200 dollars .Hopefully, I will be wrong, because I also want to buy the Android 7750 in black. Time will tell. Watchaholic329 View Public Profile Send a private message to Watchaholic329 Find all posts by Watchaholic329 Add Watchaholic329 to Your Contacts #64 Today, 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by Watchaholic329 I believe that if they made more of the silvertone and much less of the goldtone and two tone, they may have sold out. I have the SAN III(gold/black 1/500) in the 7750, have no complaints and paid $1300 for it. Yes, I did buy the TTV in all three colors for $699 and believe that the Android 7750 will be between $1,000- $1200 dollars .Hopefully, I will be wrong, because I also want to buy the Android 7750 in black. Time will tell. You may get your wish.I think its going to be hard for Shop NBC to sell Wings 7750 for much more than the RPD. __________________
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edgar3 Senior Member Senior Geek
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tried to read all the posts... too much yadah, yadah... i can't wait to get the watch (silver), I thrilled to death with the price...yes, it could have been priced for much more $... but, seems to me that Eyal said lets sell some watches and show our faithful that Invicta still FREAKING RULES! Invicta's been taking a beating on this forum in particular...this may help some realize ***** happens and Invicta's still consumer friendly... i could also be full of soup... __________________
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It's surprising to see all the peculiar conclusions about this model not selling out. The
silvertone sells out in a one hour preview, but the gold plated models still haven't sold out yet. Does Einstein need to step forward from the past and explain this mystery? invicsub View Public Profile Send a private message to invicsub Find all posts by invicsub Add invicsub to Your Contacts #67 Today, 06:05 PM Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,682 Real Name: Don Allen
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Originally Posted by jskelton Simply put, the TTV didn't sell out ONLY because of the color choices. Silvertone sold out before the launch (during the preview hour earlier). If we had 80% in silver tone and 20% in two tone, it would have been gone in three airings max. I agree Jim. If the other two would have been in the Venom colors on a ss bracelet I believe they would have all sold out. I for one snagged a ss one at the beginning of the sneak peek. I can't wait to get it. __________________
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Originally Posted by kdh1949 As of today at 1:30 Shop still shows an inventory of 866 (568 goldtone, 2 silvertone, 292 two-tone). I don't think that 292 two-tone in inventory is "almost sold out." Note that they show 2 silvertone, if anyone is interested in trying for them. Kenneth, Obviously you have missed my main point and only focused on your agenda of putting me in my place for being incorrect. That is ok ! My main point was the color choices Invicta chose to manufacture was the difference. __________________
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I bought the SS version, but I do wish Invicta would use sapphire crystals on their higher end pieces. I don't have anything against the flame-fusion necessarily, but most of the better brands use sapphire. JMO buddy2 View Public Profile Send a private message to buddy2 Find all posts by buddy2 Add buddy2 to Your Contacts #70 Today, 06:56 PM
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I also bought the SS. I am looking forward to getting it. I intend to wear it for a long period of time. I walked by a Tourneau store in NY today--I was stunned--Every watch in the store was not sold out. I should have asked them why. All kidding aside, I did talk to a sales person and they said things have been tough. Watches and jewelry are items that do not sell great during down times. I think the shop is beating the odds in that area. Maybe like me people just preferred the SS. End of story. blduckhockey View Public Profile Send a private message to blduckhockey Send email to blduckhockey Find all posts by blduckhockey Add blduckhockey to Your Contacts #71 Today, 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by buddy2 I bought the SS version, but I do wish Invicta would use sapphire crystals on their higher end pieces. I don't have anything against the flame-fusion necessarily, but most of the better brands use sapphire. JMO I also wish that Invictas would have any semblance of lume.
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Your right Lee, Two years ago they all would have sold out the same night, especially that upgraded model. Neil View Public Profile Send a private message to Neil Find all posts by Neil Add Neil to Your Contacts #73 Today, 07:43 PM Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Stanley, NC Posts: 3,116 Real Name: Barry
ballender Senior Member Master WatchGeek
It just proves that we are all geeks. We want 7750/7751 movements, diamonds, lifetime in home service and repair all for 299.00. Barry ballender View Public Profile Send a private message to ballender Find all posts by ballender Add ballender to Your Contacts #74
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MamboKing Senior Member Veteran Geek
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I'll post one more time. I think we are very lucky to get a shoot at a watch like this with the vj 7750 for $699. Thanks Eyal and Invicta. This was a HELL of a good deal in IMHO. Lets not lose sight of this geeks. You wait, time will definitely bear this out, I'm sure. Look back the last 4-5 years (history shows its a very good deal) or let's just see in 6-12-18 months. If I'm wrong, I'll gladly eat crow. MamboKing View Public Profile Send a private message to MamboKing Find all posts by MamboKing Add MamboKing to Your Contacts #75 Today, 08:30 PM
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Originally Posted by WiZKiD...
geez, for only your second post you sure came out guns blazing, makes one wonder... here's a thought... if you dont like them dont buy them... Guns blazing? Huh? His post was anything but "guns blazing". In fact, it was a valid question. And, why does the number of posts he has matter? On a vaguely related note ... There is a great article on online forum psychology that contains this quote: "Within these online communities, notions of hierarchy are quickly established by the more seasoned posters who exhibit a rather skewed sense of importance and authority." It's really an interesting read. http://www.associatedcontent.com/art...ums.html?cat=9 Back on topic: I thought that the Pro Diver offering was at a great price for the movement and design. I felt that the two-tone color version was down right awesome! I didn't purchase it only because I've lost confidence in
Invicta when it comes down to high-end time pieces. And, since it's my hard earned money, that's the choice I made. But, for those that get a perfectly working watch in this configuration, congratulations; it is an awesome find.