Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Casio Men's World Time Ana-Digi Data Bank 10-Year-Battery Watch #AW80V-3BV


Accurate. cool looking casual watch. easy to read analog time. month/day/date are digital and perpetual calendar so no need to adjust on short months as with analog watches - huge in my opinion. nylon/velcro strap much preferred to plastic.

resetting the time for d/s/t is quick if you hold down the button rather than clicking it many times

i don't need a lighted dial but if that is important other reviews should be read.

the face/dial is actually a pleasant yellow-biege so i don't know why it's listed as white. the border with the minute dashes is white.

if the battery lasts anywhere near 10 years and the watch continues to function it will be the watch bargain of the century :)
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Monday, December 21, 2009

Casio Men's G-Shock Tough Culture Watch #DW6900FS-8


I bought one of these white Casio watches about 3 years ago. It's a great watch and love the atomic feature BUT I wish I had know the white color is just painted on. It rubs off and looks pretty bad when it does. If I had it to do over again I wouldn't have worn it as a everyday watch and maybe it would have stayed looking nice longer. I called Casio customer service to ask them if all of their colored or white watches were just painted on finishes and yep, they are. Maybe someday they will make the housing and bands with color all the way through, just not there yet.Buy Casio Men's G-Shock Tough Culture Watch #DW6900FS-8!

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Casio Men's G-Shock Gulfman Tide and Moon Watch #G9100-1


PROS:
1) comfortable watch to wear: as other reviewers point out, it feels well balanced despite it's physical size.

2) Fits well, even for smaller wrist sizes: the material, shape of the band and its width all work to make this a comfortable watch.

3) Titanium backing (lightweight and resists corrosion).

4) The tide and moon functions seem to be fairly accurate and are fun/useful to have readily available.

5) Really, it's not that bulky when compared to many other watches. For example it's comparable to a self winding analog watch.

CONS:
1) It's bulk is felt if you wear it with tight fitting sleaves (such as knitted wrists on a jacket).

2) The booklet that comes with it is a little tedius to use (small pages and print), which may be why some people found it difficult to set up. However, you can easily find a .pdf file on the Internet that is full size and easier to read.

In general, the Moon Phase and Tide functions require you to invest a little more time in learning to use the watch - but that ought to be expected. In the end, you may even enjoy learning some of the science behind it.Buy Casio Men's G-Shock Gulfman Tide and Moon Watch #G9100-1!

Friday, December 11, 2009

Casio Men's Electro Luminescence Digital Bracelet Watch #A168W-1


Chinese-made digital Casio, chrome face, mineral crystal, stainless back, stainless adjustable band, day + date (no month), 12hr/24hr, alarm, chrono/split. Really bright blue backlight, ie. "electro luminescence", egaged by pushing the Light button.
You can't compare an $18 watch to your $300 citizen, but I give the watch itself a 5, because I think it's got a cool unique face, and is functional - in a retro, circa 1985 way.
I took off 1 star because of the band, which actually looks nice from the outside - but the underside is a little rough, has unfinished edges, and catches arm hair easily. I used 400 grit sandpaper to smooth the edges, and it's much more comfortable now. They obviously save money by not hand finishing these bands.Buy Casio Men's Electro Luminescence Digital Bracelet Watch #A168W-1!

Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Casio Men's Waveceptor Atomic Watch #WVA107HA-1AV


I recently purchased the Casio Men's Waveceptor Atomic Watch #WVA107HA-1AV. I am very impressed with this watch both in style and function. It updates when scheduled and I have not had to go out of my way to insure reception in New York from Colorado. At first I missed the sweeping second hand, but unless you are timing something in seconds, it's really not necessary. I've learned I can do without. It looks awesome, and after going six months without a watch, it was nice to have a dependable time piece once again. The durable rubber watch band took some getting used to, but I bet I wear out before it does. Though I am not out to impress, it looks like watches I have seen in magazines for $400.00 or more. In short, I love this watch and you cannot beat the price.Buy Casio Men's Waveceptor Atomic Watch #WVA107HA-1AV!

Friday, December 4, 2009

Casio Women's Black Casual Classic Analog Watch #LQ139A-9B3


I didn't realize how small the face of the watch was. I don't wear glasses, so I consider myself to have good eye sight but I strain to see the time on it. It was cheap, so I guess I got what I paid for!!Buy Casio Women's Black Casual Classic Analog Watch #LQ139A-9B3!

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Casio Men's Ana-Digi Forester Illuminator Sport Watch #FT600WB-5BV


I've been wearing this type of watch (Casio Analog-Digital Forester Illuminator) for over ten years. They last for about three years and then the digital display starts to fade away (even with new batteries). The Forester works well everywhere from winter camping in the mountains to summer hiking in the desert. The push button illuminator is very handy in the middle of the night and the dual time zone feature is helpful when traveling. The watch can take a lot of abuse and still keep perfect time.Buy Casio Men's Ana-Digi Forester Illuminator Sport Watch #FT600WB-5BV!