Casio Collection Unisex Adults Watch A158WEA

Product Information

The Casio A158WA-1DF is a wristwatch that features an LCD dial, making it easy to read the time and other functions. With a waterproof design, this watch can withstand exposure to water and is suitable for use in aquatic activities. It also includes a stopwatch feature, allowing users to accurately measure elapsed time. Additionally, the A158WA-1DF comes with an alarm function, enabling users to set reminders or wake-up alarms. Some cons include its plastic construction, average water resistance, and potential hair-pulling from the bracelet’s thin links. You can use the bottom left pusher to cycle through the watch’s various operations. First is the alarm function. Then the stopwatch, which is pretty intuitive-start/stop on the right and reset on the top left. Finally, you get to where you can set the date and time.

Sometimes, when people first get a taste of higher-end timepieces, they fall into the trap of looking down on cheap ones. If you’re not splashing a lot of cash, what’s the point? The watch isn’t worth your time or money. Powering the watch is a common Japanese quartz movement. Quartz movements are popular due to their accuracy and reliability requiring very little in the way of maintenance. In the grand tradition of Casio beaters, the A168WA is pretty sturdy and durable for what it is, especially compared to contemporary smart digital watches. It’s like an old Nokia vs the latest iPhone, except the A168WA has more charm.I love the A168WA’s sleek and retro digital design. Vintage fans and the nostalgic are its main audience, but it has plenty of crossover appeal. Men with small wrists who are looking for an affordable digital watch love it. Those who simply need an understated reliable timepiece love it. It’s also popular among the techy set, the hip and ironic crowd, and collectors with high-end tastes who appreciate a watch with heritage and lore, price aside. However, I think the fact that people have this expectation is a testament to its efficient design and reliability. This particular model from Casio features a higher end mineral crystal glass. This type of glass is specially hardened to make it extra resistance to scratches and scuffs. It also offers a good level of shatter resistance. This watch must be kept away from water as it is only splashproof. It can merely withstand droplets and outdoor humidity. Casio's creation has a case size of 36.8 mm. Handy features include: day alarm. Casio Wristwatches: Price UK

On the dial is a crisp LCD screen displaying the time-hours, minutes, and running seconds. You can also use the pusher on the right to toggle between 12 and 24-hour time. Above the time, between the hours and minutes, you have the day of the week. The date sits over to the right above the seconds. I like how the bracelet graduates into the watch face for a clean silhouette because it adds to the sleek vintage aesthetic. Moreover, the hook and bar deployment clasp makes the watch easy to take on and off, as an everyday beater should be.The thinner links do make it more flexible and adjustable. Though I should mention that some men have complained about hair pulling. The daily alarm reminds you of events that recur every day, by emitting an audible signal at the set time. Really the best part about this watch-other than the price point-is the way it looks. It’s got a great retro style and feel, which if you grew up in the 80s like me, gets those nostalgia juices flowing. Why Did I Buy This Watch? In my opinion, this watch’s cons or par for the course in this price range (hair-pulling aside). However, the pros punch far above its price-point’s weight class.

It’s not about the price tag. It’s the story behind it and how the watch makes you feel. It’s about the joy it brings you.

A downside to the watch is that it only has a 30m water resistance rating. A 30m or 3 Bar rating makes this watch suitable for everyday use. Splash/rain resistant. Not suitable for showering, bathing, swimming, snorkelling, water related work and fishing. Casio A158WA-1 Watch Specifications

Many say it isn’t ideal for men with bigger wrists but I think it’s a matter of taste. Since vintage watches are expected to be smaller, I think the A168WA looks great on most men. Some A168WA pros include affordable brand recognition, reliability, a quintessential retro style, lightweight wear, and excellent function and design for its price. The linked bracelet is stainless steel as well. One interesting point to note is the contrast between the brushed appearance of the bracelet and the polished look of the case. Some may find it a little weird, but I think it’s a nice contrast and adds subtle visual interest. The irony, though, is I bought this for the bracelet and not watch itself. The bracelet makes a great substitute for another bracelet on another watch, moving that watch closer to looking like the real thing. Why I Love It So MuchThis watch features many of the popular extras you find on most retro Casio timepieces and more. There’s the stopwatch, alarm, date display, chronograph, lap timer, 24 hour time display, and light up display. I wasn’t expecting to like this watch as much as I did. But, it taught me a lesson about what watches mean. For some, it may be getting the flashiest or the priciest. But, for watch people- real watch people- it doesn’t matter. Technical amendments and errors excepted. The sizes in figures do not correspond to the original sizes. We have a culture of ‘instant gratification’ where we feel an urge and want something immediately. It’s natural, yes, but leads to wasting money on items less well-made than you’d like rather than something attainable with a little patience and discipline. Elapsed time, split time and final time are measured with 1/100-sec accuracy. The watch can measure times of up to 1 hour.