Two Invicta Reserve Diver watches come in at significantly different prices. On average the 46mm Ocean Reef is between $160-225 and the 48mm Ocean Hawk is between $235-300, about $50 more typically.
Both are reserve, built to reserve specifications, but only one feels like a reserve and that is the less expensive Ocean Reef. Built like a tank with a screw-down crown and satin gunmetal finish, the Ocean Reef is a masterpiece of looks and build quality.
Now for the Ocean Hawk. I found mine used in mint condition on eBay for $150. It looks great in all the photos and video I've seen. However, in person it's a bit of a disappointment. Worse, is the feel. It lacks the heavy tank quality of the Ocean Reef and honestly feels on the cheap side.
Even worse, the crown doesn't screw down. You push our pull to operate.
No battle here. The easy winner is the Ocean Reef.
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