Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin) vs Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB

Both are dive watches in the entry tier. In short: the Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB is mechanical (automatic) for the enthusiast feel and no battery; the Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin) is quartz for accuracy and low maintenance. The Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin) is quartz, 200m water resistance, 44mm, mineral crystal; the Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB is automatic, 200m water resistance, 40mm, mineral crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

Spec	Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin)	Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB
Movement	Quartz	Automatic
Water resistance	200m	200m
Case size	44mm	40mm
Crystal	mineral	mineral
Style	Dive	Dive
Price tier	Entry	Entry

Which should you buy?

The Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB is mechanical (automatic) for the enthusiast feel and no battery; the Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin) is quartz for accuracy and low maintenance
The Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin) wears 44mm vs the Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB's 40mm — choose by wrist size

Where to buy

Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin)See price on AmazonCheck price

Invicta Pro Diver 8926OBSee price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin) and the Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB?
Both are dive watches in the entry tier. The Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin) is quartz, 200m water resistance, 44mm, mineral crystal; the Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB is automatic, 200m water resistance, 40mm, mineral crystal.

Which is better value, the Casio Duro MDV106 (Marlin) or the Invicta Pro Diver 8926OB?
Both sit in the entry tier, so it comes down to movement, water resistance and case size — see the spec table above.

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