Is This New Super-Thin Casio BETTER Than The Legendary F-91W? - Casio A700 Review
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- Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
- In this Casio A700 review, I see whether this new thin Casio watch can supersede the famous F-91 and A158 models and become the new king of cheap digital watches. This watch is around $40 at the time of recording.
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Roll-eyes!
Oh ffs
Probably so they can increase prices without people complaining
@@StopWars420 nice catch. Kinda pathetic they force creators to do this retroactively
Why do they have a problem with post upload?
It's a Casio, it looks like a Casio, but it is also elegant enough to go with a suit, so thin it disappears under a cuff - and that mesh bracelet is its perfect companion. I want one. In my opinion, definitely "liquid-nitrogen" cool.
If stuff "disappears" why would you wear those?
@@VoidCosmonaut Because not all of us are narcissists in need of approval from others. Some of us buy and wear watches because WE like them. We don't need or want others to see what we are wearing.
@@VoidCosmonaut why would you show off a 40$ watch.
There will always be haters who hate. I agree with you, my friend. This is definitely "liquid nitrogen" cool and I am getting one for my next birthday coming up soon. I was aiming for the A158, however, this is much better IMHO and the band is to die for.
@@jeffj318 I bought and it feels elegant on my 7.4 inch wrist.
Now this is something I can buy for my wife's boyfriend :D
It's cool and all, but didn't he buy you a MT-G? :-)
please be joking
If the watch is too cheap, he may dump her and then where would you be?
scuse me wut?
soy chugger libtard
Ice cold! Thanks for showing this piece, Ben! Didn't now that Casio makes such thin watches with this classic style. Just ordered one! Thanks and all the best from Germany
Regarding battery life, my B640WB-1BEF battery is going strong for 7 years now which was also listed as 3 years.
I love how they revisited their classic models and made it thinner
Among others, I have the A500 and the SS ae1200. For work purposes or EDC, these two are my favorites. I love the world time function and their elegance.
A very nice looking Casio. I like the clean monochrome aesthetic too. Just wish it were made of stainless steel and not resin with a mineral glass or sapphire crystal rather than acrylic. I’d pay extra for those, as it’s not exactly expensive to begin with!
It has mineral glass, not acrylic.
The rag and bone limited edition a1000 has sapphire
I've had this one for about 2 years now, still going strong, love it. The band is a gamechanger for those of us with hairy arms.
I am glad that you made this comment. I have always been afraid of metal bands because of them grabbing arm hair. Had some nasty metal bands in the past that made me swear never again. Maybe I will try this one.
@@dtshifter I can definitely recommend this band. I had a casio with the regular metal band and my arm hair would get caught in it multiple times a day, but the a700's band I don't think has caught on the hair even once
Excuse me sir but how much is it ?
Quick question: Is the band made out of steel or plastic? I keep on finding different product descriptions..
Love the look of this watch, recommended it immediately to the friend who lent me his gold casio, if he doesn't end up buying it for me to borrow, will definitely have to pick this up for myself!
When will they make one of these digital watches with a metal case and sapphire crystal?!
Probably never
They already did, it's called the A1000D
they did last year with the a1000 line ;)
Price would rocket I'm afraid..,...😩
Question is, would you buy that casio for $150?
I love casio. I work in engineering and often unable to get hold of a new one. Not that would matter as everyone I have ever talk to about casio is "it will never run out of battery, the strap will break first." And I have only ever had one strap break after 5-7 years and the battery only then was starting to show it age with the digits starting to fad slightly.
Reliable, cheap, basically unbreakable.
Glad you did this one Ben. Have been looking at this one for awhile now and may still get one
my dad had one of those he bought it in the 70's the battery died around 2010
holy fukkkk
It came out in 1991....
It didn't exist in the 70's though. But nice imagination
It's a lie! But nice try though 😂
no lithium watch cell lasts 40 years. Rechargeable motherboard cells can last that long, but they are rechargeable!
I always go back to my A158WE for a daily wear work watch. The fact that there's something thinner is honestly amazing. My only qualm is the backlight. I'd go out and get one of these today if it had the illuminator technology instead of the sidelight, which is objectively subpar. Shame, really, but maybe future iterations and variants will have the better lighting. Great review!
I'd place it on the upper end of COOL.
100% ice cold. It's been my only daily driver for about a year! It goes well with either suits or jeans + t-shirt. The watch community is sleeping on this fire.
By the way, the side light problem (also on F-91W and on other models) can be easily solved with a super-bright white (or green) 1206 size (on this thin one, maybe 0805 or 0603) SMD LED. Simply replace the LED, if it's not bright enough, find a resistor in series with the LED and replace it by a resistor with 3..4 times smaller value (usually 39 or 51 Ohm).
Thank you. I will do that right now. I go to find a flex and the hammer to work on it .
"easily solved" lol
@@zoobie2000 He definitely underestimates his own skillset with how he thinks everyone can do this stuff lol
I paid $25 for a casio digital in change alley in singapore in 1986. And i literally got the one in the display fishtank.
Worked for years and years.
I finally broke it (it didnt die i broke it. When you take a step in the dark and hear a 'crunch' you know it isnt a good thing).
Saw this video and 5 minutes in, I ordered a piece. Outstanding watch for the price, can't wait to get it.
That is a slick looking digital watch, I really like the angles of the case. The mesh bracelet looks pretty good too. I'd vote that its COOL.
Definitely gonna cop this one for sure!
I would even pay 40 or 50 euros if they would simply go with a full stainless steel case...
My first casio watch was a159(gold), and before i could control myself falling in love with these casio watches, i was owning 7 different models.
I owned a Casio back in the mid 80's. It was a Christmas gift and played happy birthday and various other songs. Wish I could find it again.
I bought this watch, the display is so much better than my GW-M5610, it seems much closer to the glass, like painted on compared to the GW, the characters are much more thiner and defined, the backlight is super strong and the amber color is very nice, what a fantastic watch, this need a stainless case, the chrome coated resin doesn't inspire confidence regarding durability.
I’d pay more for a metal, non-plastic one
I agree - this is def a contender! I like the black plastic F91Dubs - so far not seeing this version in black acrylic vs the 'metal'.... I'll be keeping my eyes open though. I'd gladly pick one up.
Hi Ben, I came across this watch late last year while browsing in a jeweller here in my local town centre. The price at the time I got it was £27 and because it had a grey dial, a mesh bracelet and was really slim I went ahead and purchased it. I wasn't to be disappointed with it and I wear it often. It's very stylish and very comfortable to wear as the bracelet actually curves with your wrist which is why it's so nice to wear. I really would recommend Casio watch buyers to get one of these watches as they are awesome. Thank you for reviewing this watch.
Would it fit an exactly 6-inch wrist? Saw some youtuber say it would be loose. Can you confirm?
Dude, I just wanted to watch some casual watch video but the quality of your content is just overwhelming! I'm a subscriber now! Keep up good work!
i just got this watch as my first casio and im in love with this
I'd love to know why the stopwatch is a standard feature on all models, while the (more useful) countdown timer is not.
Following.
It seems like it depends on the module the watch uses:
support.casio.com/storage/en/manual/pdf/EN/009/qw3472.pdf
support.casio.com/storage/en/manual/pdf/EN/009/qw3294.pdf
The 3294 has a countdown timer (in the B640WB), the 3472 (in the F91W-1 and A700) does not.
along with the other comments I guess it also comes down to what you class as more usefull
you have to set up a countdown timer
where as a stop watch you can just quickly press start and your in buisness
@@randomcow505 countdown timer is useful to do stuff in which you want to do things for an exact time like cooking. You can't do that with a stopwatch
Yeah, countdown timer is always handy, but setting the alarm is just as easy too though, if there's no countdown timer on the timepiece.
ice cold boy, always liked these casio watches and found out about this one because of your review. Ended up buying, thanks for the video
Thanks so much for the recommendation. It's probably my favorite all around in my collection. It's simple, feels solid, elegant, so so small. It can be dressed up or down, good basic additional features, good light. not much else to say, great watch.
I love these watches and I would not mind paying more for good qualify.
Great review, just ordered one while listening to this.
Honestly with the price of Casio watch’s you don’t have to think too hard about buying them.
Congrats for the 20K subs, I like the new casios for being thinner
Thanks Jorge!
This comment is 9 months old, and since then, Ben's sub count has more than tripled.
Now its 69.3k subs
80k +
Why , most images are blurred?
"Casio watches are a bit of an addiction"
I can confirm as well, I used to own a knockoff F-91. When that one kicked the bucket, I immediately bought a genuine F-91W, and after this video I went out of my way to Amazon myself an A700w.
I definitely plan to buy more in the future, as well. The A168 is classy and distinguished, but not overbearing. It knows what it is, and it's not trying to overstate itself.
Casio will forever be one of those watch companies that just sticks around, always there when you need a cheap, reliable, nice-looking watch.
how would you say A700w compare to F-91? If you had to choose one which one would you pick?
@@notsportlive I don't wear it too often, but it looks super nice and stays pretty comfortable.
I will say though, the stock band on it is a bit of a hair puller at first. I recommend one of those tight-weave flexible metal bands, or maybe a NATO like most Casios (however I don't think a NATO would look too great on a spiffy watch like the A700w)
The backlight is way better on the A700w, of course with it being a newer watch, and all.
I'd prefer the F-91 because it's cheaper to replace if broken, and has a more neutral look. With what I wear personally, I don't think a chromey watch matches. I like my NATO F-91.
It's mostly preference.
The A700, with its subtle silver/grey/black theme is a far more elegant watch than the F-91 and its multi-colored variants.
As an architect and designer I could definitely see myself wearing the A700 without the slightest reservations over its aesthetics.
A blacked out or gunmetal version of this might be the greatest casio ever
Thank you for the review! Just got mine today :) Absolutely fabulous!
You should consider getting a couple mates to model the watches. Males and females with different wrist sizes. I’m sure they’d do it for a pint.
ICE COLD!! I automatically click into your channel after saw this beauty. Will buy 1!!
Ben, your killing it man. Keep up the great reviews. Wish it was a little bigger, but really nice looking watch.
If thin watches are your jam and you don’t mind Quartz, check out the Frederique Constant Slimline! Swiss made small seconds can be had for just over $200. Love mine!
Love this watch! Awesome review bud!
Subbed!
In a 1984 Casio catalog it shows a watch similar to this called the SA-72 that is 6.6mm thick, but it's squarer in shape and had only a 15 month battery life. They also had a model called SA-100 that was 3.75mm thick.
I've been dying for a casio like this! Can't wait to pick one up!
i had never seen this model before and bought it instantly, thanks mate! you have fine taste in watches judging by this one!
The f91w is already thin and small so I honestly would want a thinner case
I like how he gives so much respect to an obviously cheap watch (wearing white gloves when checking the case) and DW!
It's a cool looking watch, the color and mesh paired with the small profile makes it a modern iteration of the classic one without being too fancy.
I am proud to say that I now own a Casio A700 due to seeing this review😎👍🏻 keep up the great work
I have seen this model here in Spain in the Women Watches section at a department store. I do not know why in this case is only marketed to women.
@mph seti LMAO car tire XD
i'm dead
I think it's a decision by the regional marketing group. You'll notice that the same sizes are often marketed differently in Japan, for example. They're more likely to describe smaller watches as 'unisex' ( or similar ) and reserve the women's watch designation for those that are specifically designed for women.
No clue... most casios are marketed as unisex and some (who look nearly identical) dont.
It doesn't look like a goddam Decepticon resting on your wrist that's why. A lot of guys compensating for something like their goddam watches as big as a tank. That's the tack their marketing department apparently took.
@@maxprivus a interesting to know
Absolutely love this watch. I've got it on the standard bracelet.
I've got this very same Casio watch. Just beautiful, love it and usually wear it for work...it feels casual but sophisticated
Great video, Ben. You made me add it to my wish list.
My early '70s Swiss-made Hamilton 19001-3 mechanical watch has a case thickness of 5.5mm (which includes the case back) and a diameter of 35mm. The current crystal adds a little more thickness to that 5.5mm than the original did though, because the guy who replaced it last didn't have one as low-profile as the old one.
Ice cold! A great value for money digital watch. Although it’s still hard to beat $8 for an F91-W.
i just started to have this casio journey, my brother gave me a ga2100 (full black) as birhtday present. really love it and i bought the "futur" collabs to switch on daily wear
and after saw this video, i might gonna order this one too. thanks for the video, really help me find out about this watch
You have a such an amazing delivery, simple yet sleek editing, and always give such thoughtful and in-depth content. Very impressive.
Wow, thank you!
Hey Ben, if you're into thin watches, check out Titan Edge series. They come in around 4mm in thickness.
Well no, nothing beats a classic and original F-91. It is an icon watch. I love this new version too. Good thing with Casio, you can afford them both.
Here in Asia you can buy the F91 for $1.25 dollars US. !
I love my F-91. I have a collection worth over £10k and I still wear my F-91
@@walkertongdee probably fake though.
@@walkertongdee yep but it's fake
W800 beats the F-91 on every level, same price bracket with better screen and more functions. A simple hack and you can enable countdown timer too, wondering why it's never been reviewed on this channel 🤔
Well done mate, great content!! Smashing them out I see
Congratulations on the 20k subs Ben.
I'm not really that big a digital watch to be honest... In fact I think I've only reviewed a cheap Skmei on my channel and the other digital watch I own is a G-Shock that I only use on holiday. So doesn't get much wrist time now 😢. But this one looks really nice and the improvements such as bracelet and backlight really make a difference.
Nice vid and cool watch.. however I prefer the F-91 due to its more sporty looks.. in my opinion this new A700 lacks the character the F-91 has. Congrats on the 20K subs, keep up the good work!:)
of course, the A700 doesn't pretend to seem like F-91, the A700 is a tribute to SA-410 a legendary watch that did to Casio win the good design award in 1982, it's another line, it's another history, is for another segment of the market
Why not have them both? Wear one on one day and change out the next as many Casio collectors do.
Ice cold for sure. Loving that bracelet!!!
awesome! i got w-96H for a year now and it has scratches all over the screen and frame... and i love it.
I bought this watch after watching your review. It's a sleek little thing and makes my G-Shocks look like trucks! Mine came in a beautiful black-and-gold metal case stating 'vintage collection' on the outside. I paid around $65 on Amazon and think it's a fine buy. Thanks for your review! PS--love the slinky band, I can remember paying nearly $100 for one looking this from Italy, in the seventies-
The thinnest watch I ever had was in 1986 by a company called “ Lorimar “, I think it was called that. Was black and solar powered. It literally was about 1.5mm thick
I find 1.5mm extremely hard to believe
Id like to see something like this as milspec
dark case, NATO or ZULU strap so it can be worn outside the jacket or smok
and importantly a lume background so you dont have to hold the light on, it could even recharge its own lume
I've recently bought the version of this watch with the stainless steel strap, it's a really great looking thin watch with a bright, clear LCD.
You rock, Ben! Cheers from Los Angeles!
Wow! Until today I never would have considered buying a digital watch. This has really turned my head.
Ice Cold
It's always a relief to come across videos talking about cheap Casio watches - instead of watch videos talking about $50,000 monstrosities as if they were something everyone seriously considers buying.
Even this timepiece text me back to my middle school days. Great review thank you.
I find this Casino model really cool. Like you said, its versatile and works well with someone looking for a flexibility when it comes to styling
Yeah, finally this video is out! I'm wearing it now, totally love it! This watch is an Ice cold for me, really love that 80s squarish retro design.
Whats your wrist size? Would it fit a 6 inch wrist?
Devang Desai mine is around 6 and a half inch so definitely will fit for your wrist
A168 fetishist here!. They're my link to my school years. Sad, I know, but hey!...
ICE COLD For SURE! Thanks bud for your beautiful work.
I could swear that I had a watch almost just like this in the 90s. Not identical, but oh so similar.
Styled like high end Japanese 1980s HiFi separates. Cool.
Can imagine it in 80s 007.
RUclips keeps recommending your videos, which are amazing! 👏🏾😌 Really good work!
But this isn't safe for my wallet or financial stability 🤣 two watches are enough in my drawer
Glad you like them!
It’s a Casio 🤦🏻
One analogue, one digital that’s all I need. Yet it is so hard not to be tempted to buy every watch he shows 😂
@@GustapoGomez so? Spending on too many watches is still bad
you're arab so you must be rich LOL, Just hidding "ya habibi"
I've got a cheapy casio F94-W that I bought in Thailand from a little street-side stall in 2005 for one or two pounds - 16 years later and the original battery has only just run out. One of the best things I ever bought.
I was about to buy a Casio F-91W then I decided to see what other watches Casio makes, which are similar to that watch yet ... more to my liking. Found this video and wow... love at first sight! Bought it.
Actually looks really good on the mesh strap, very nice alternative
This Casio is almost $90 on Amazon now... supply and demand I guess lol
In Europe it's still just 35,89€ (~42$)
@@fabianweber6937 f91w supremacy
Shit more expensive than dw5600 lol
@@fabianweber6937 €20,- at the moment.
I just ordered one of these. can’t wait!
Yesterday I ordered it , and after that it went out of stock. And today m watching your video makes me feel good about the purchase ❤️
I'm waiting for them to produce these various digitals in stainless steel.
I own the Casio A700W-1A which is the same watch, just with a different bracelet. It's the most comfortable watch to wear and so elegant. My only complaints are the diameter (if it were only 2 or 3 mm bigger it would be the perfect watch) and the sturdiness. I already got a few scratches within the first days of wearing it.
Love your videos, mate.
Best regards from Germany.
I bought a Casio 863 SDB-500W in the 1980's (Can't remember the exact year it was introduced), which IMO was and will always be the perfect runner's watch. I still wear this watch today, although the year only goes up to 2019, so I had to set it for a year in the 80's which had the correct day of the week for the current month. I'll use this watch until it no longer functions.
Some months ago I bought a digital Casio to remind me of the old days. I already owned a Casio Gshock Tough Solar, which is bulky and uncomfortable. This is the 159 model, and I find myself only taking it off when I go for a shower. It is by far the best watch I have bought. Cheap, reliable and you hardly know you are wearing it. Casio knows what works!
Casio are great. Very affordable and just near perfect for anybody. Those models are so sturdy, I still have my grandfather's f91 and still going strong. I might give it to my grandchildren if I ever get one
If you are giving it to your grandchildren, you better start working on them now. LOL
this watch looks nice.. the classic casio package in a slightly moderniced case, that, just.. cool. but the steal-case argument is a good argument. so im waiting, till the a1000 line drops in price (100 € are to much for a basic digital casio, even in stainless steel), and then i will grab one of those
Your video did a great job, well received by viewers, congratulations on that.
Cool. I bought this after watch this (and many of your videos). Great sharing. Thanks.
The downside is only three pushers. I really like having a fourth pusher just for adjustment.
Ben, this is easily Ice cold! A classic Casio hit! How do they do it, again!
Almost bought the Timex T80 Pacman today, but I think I'll stick with my Casio addiction and look into one of these instead. Great video!
Ben always does the best videos.