Casio Classic Men's Watch in Resin/Stainless Steel with Daily Alarm and Automatic Calendar - Water Resistant

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Viewing angles and clarity are indistinguishable from the original unless you put them directly side by side. So next time you're on the hunt for a cool alternative to the (already cool) Casio F-91W, you have a number of options.

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The W-86, on the other hand, remains well within that ballpark, with a near-identical lug to lug size and only a marginal increase in the thickness and width, resulting in a similar on-wrist experience. If you look at the comparison above, the F-94W is slightly larger than the F-91W, but it's hardly noticeable. We’ve seen countless Casio models that look pretty similar, and we can’t lie and say this is a totally new idea. This rectangular design is typical of Casio’s older watches and lately many people have been opting for this retro style with a lot of Casio’s rectangular timepieces growing hugely in popularity.Once again, comparing it to the F91W, it is more expensive than that model, but the F91W had bargain bin pricing. The manufacturer declares an accuracy of +-30 seconds per month for this mechanism, and the battery (a CR2016) can last up to 7 years. In this article, we will delve deep into the features and advantages of the Casio W86, from its functions to its design and construction quality. In this article we will be doing a short Casio W86 review to find out what makes this watch so great. The W-86 costs more than the standard F-91W, falling in line with some F-91 special editions at around a 50-70% markup.

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The Casio W86 was introduced to the market in 1995, becoming the first basic model to feature electroluminescent light, a feature that was previously only present in some G-Shock models. The 3298 module used in this model does not offer additional functions compared to the F-91W’s 593 module, but it significantly improves the quality of the screen’s illumination.

It looks more tasteful than the older model and achieves the retro aesthetic without looking so dated; however, I don't think it's such an easy wearer. Upon its removal, the rear of the W-86 reveals an altered layout with deeper screws and a slightly thicker rubber gasket, likely contributing to the increased performance. Being a basic Casio timepiece with a traditional style it’s no surprise to find that it has a acrylic window lens.