[pfranke]

Hello all,
I just purchased a 4525. The MOP dial looks fantastic, but I have reservations about the black plating. It hasn't arrived, yet, so I haven't gotten a chance to see it up close. Any feeback on the IP plating? Will I be dissapointed in how it wears. I already have 5 Invictas. My favorite is my all steel Sentinel, with a silver dial. I can't tell you how many compliments I've gotten on that one.

Take care
Paul

 

[AutoMovt]

Hello and welcome pfranke to the Original Invicta Forum. I removed your dupicate thread regarding this question.

Someone here may be able to give you feedback on this model. I have several Invictas with IP and have had no issues with the finish.

 

[konadownhill]

I have the blue version 4527. Congrats, I've only worn mine twice. Because of the textured bracelet where it has IP, I too worry about the IP coming off. It's my one of my favorites, but I'm worried about durability also. Does anyone else have a textured bracelet with IP? Any problems?

 

[LibertyTattoo]

I have a reserve pro diver 4616 meteorite with ip , I've owned since September. I do wear it frequently but try not to beat it up to bad. After a few weeks there was a good nick in the crown, I know it took a good hit but can't remember how. Just last night I noticed on the inside of the bracelet it has a few nicks also. I love the look and feel of the watch but I am a bit concerned about how it will hold up in a few years. If I didn't put out $1400. It wouldn't bother me as much but on this one I wish I would have went with the ss.

 

[amwilliams9]

I just try to treat my IP plated watches with a little more care. But to be honest I have had no issues with any of the 7 IP plated watches I own.:thumbup:

 

[dyeBARTdie]

n00b here... whats IP? :confused1:

IP to me means Internet Protocol. I'm a Network Administrator:cool1:

 

[NAYTH]

I own 3 Invictas in IP Black and 4 in Gunmetal. They all are worn regularly although I admit to being VERY careful about my watches.

Not a single issue involving wear, plating failure or discoloration.

NAYTH

 

[boscoe]

I only know one IP plating issue first-hand. A buddy works as a printer. He had a gold tone pro diver and wore the finish off the watch with repetitive motion at his work.
Otherwise, NP

 

[James13]

n00b here... whats IP? :confused1:

IP to me means Internet Protocol. I'm a Network Administrator:cool1:

IP= Ionic Plating The method by which stainless steel is treated to take on a particular color.

 

[dyeBARTdie]

Thanks

 

[falcon4311]

I have the 4473 auto and wear it regularly and I have not had any issues, I don't even have desk diving scratches. Like the other members have mentioned I am careful with my watches.

 

[nickdolin]

I have two, but I have only owned both for a couple of weeks so no wear yet. But I have noticed the desk diver scratches the IP but doesn't wear it. So it seems to me that it can be scratched a bit before showing the SS underneath. Like others, after the first day of wear I now make sure I have a piece of paper or something under my wrist to protect the bottom of the bracelet. If anything, the IP looks cool!

 

[Rusty]

Hi pfranke and welcome to the Original Invicta Forum. I own several with IP and no problems to report.

Framingham, eh. My wife's aunt and uncle have lived there for many years. Nice town.

 

[triton]

Welcome pfranke to the Original Invicta Forum,I've got three with IP that I wear frequently and (knock on wood)no problems yet,I am careful with my watches in general though.

 

[pfranke]

Recieved my 4525, with IP plating..............

I have to say, it's a gorgeous watch. The plating looks a lot better in person, than in the pics on line. The plating on hte bracelet has a mat finish, while the outer bezel, is shiney. There are only 2 issues. The black MOP dial is basically just that, black, with maybe a few shades of gray. Not really a problem, still looks great. The real issue is, the second hand skips a lot. It's OK, if it's lying flat, but it skips really bad if it's upright, or resting on it's side.

Is the skipping a common issue with the 21 jewel movement?


Take care,
Paul

 

[falcon4311]

Hey Paul,
Welcome to The Original Invicta Forum. I have heard this is common with the Miyota movement but it does not affect it's accuracy.

I have to say, it's a gorgeous watch. The plating looks a lot better in person, than in the pics on line. The plating on hte bracelet has a mat finish, while the outer bezel, is shiney. There are only 2 issues. The black MOP dial is basically just that, black, with maybe a few shades of gray. Not really a problem, still looks great. The real issue is, the second hand skips a lot. It's OK, if it's lying flat, but it skips really bad if it's upright, or resting on it's side.

Is the skipping a common issue with the 21 jewel movement?


Take care,
Paul