Casio Cool Watches - Which One Would You Choose?
So, I'm obsessed with minimalist, multifunction watches and also Explorer homages (finances!) right now... Found these two tempting offers from Casio but can't decide. Yes, I want both but also have budget concerns,
The first is the EF-121D-1AVEG, which has a smart Explorer look without losing originality.
Pros: This one boasts a beautiful dial (MWC reviewed it last year), a 10-year battery, gorgeous looks and a nice case shape that will work for me.
Cons: I have another Explorer homage on the way from another brand. This battery will eventually need replacing. Don't know if the bracelet will be comfy for me. A bit overpriced for what it is at about $80+ including shipping.
The next is Casio Lineage LCW-M100TSE-1AER, which offers tons of value for the money (Be still my heart!).
This one is on a titanium bracelet, Tough Solar power, sapphire crystal, also looks amazing. I have a non-Lineage solar atomic watch similar to this -- titanium, same size dial/band, atomic signal setting. I know I will love wearing it.
Pros: See above. This thing has multiple functions, and will work with my job so get more wrist time.
Cons: Price - It is almost triple the cost of the other watch. I already have a similar (though lower quality) watch very like this one.
From a practical perspective, the Lineage is the winner. From a "oh, that looks so cool" perspective, the Explorer semi-homage scratches that itch.
Anyone have experience with these two? I'm curious to hear what my fellow watch nerds have to say.
Watch enthusiast who appreciates the fine technical and artistic sides of design, as well as a good looking homage with great performance.
My experience with a waveceptor was that the extra features are a bit of pain to use, but having a watch with solar and atomic radio is really cool, plus titanium makes a wonderful 'wear it and forget it' material. I think you'd be happier with the lineage
My experience with a waveceptor was that the extra features are a bit of pain to use, but having a watch with solar and atomic radio is really cool, plus titanium makes a wonderful 'wear it and forget it' material. I think you'd be happier with the lineage
Thanks! I'm leaning that way too. Appreciate your comments.
I like both but the solar function is very nice. Solar watches have spoiled me now I wish all my quartz watches were solar. Multi Band 6 is great also if you live within range of one of the transmitters.
I'd hold off until you get that other watch you have on the way. I bet wearing that one for a little while will lean you toward or away from the first watch you mentioned here.
I'd hold off until you get that other watch you have on the way. I bet wearing that one for a little while will lean you toward or away from the first watch you mentioned here.
Excellent advice. Thanks!
I like both but the solar function is very nice. Solar watches have spoiled me now I wish all my quartz watches were solar. Multi Band 6 is great also if you live within range of one of the transmitters.
I like the solar function too. I get the transmitter signal in my area, if I set the watches near the window at night.
I like the cleaner aesthetic of the lineage but that's because it looks similar to my oceanus. If you want a cheap explorer homage that's not the usual offerings then this can be had pretty cheap used
I like the cleaner aesthetic of the lineage but that's because it looks similar to my oceanus. If you want a cheap explorer homage that's not the usual offerings then this can be had pretty cheap used
Yeah, that one isn't bad at the Amazon price either. Thanks!
i rather like the wave cept
jody does a review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TZbt2rTVhI
If cost is a concern and you really like the analog 3 hand homage.
Get it!
Having multiple watches that look similar has not stopped 99% of the people on this app. For example @jcwatch has a mess load of #zelos divers. Various dials and bezel yet all dive watches. From his #wruw posts he's happier than a fat kid with a cupcake.
All this to say only you can justify what will be your flavor of cupcakes. 👍🏾
If cost is a concern and you really like the analog 3 hand homage.
Get it!
Having multiple watches that look similar has not stopped 99% of the people on this app. For example @jcwatch has a mess load of #zelos divers. Various dials and bezel yet all dive watches. From his #wruw posts he's happier than a fat kid with a cupcake.
All this to say only you can justify what will be your flavor of cupcakes. 👍🏾
We'll said lol
Casio makes cool watches. My own preference is for the LCW-M100TSE-1AER because of titanium and solar, but the other one is also not shabby at all.
If cost is a concern and you really like the analog 3 hand homage.
Get it!
Having multiple watches that look similar has not stopped 99% of the people on this app. For example @jcwatch has a mess load of #zelos divers. Various dials and bezel yet all dive watches. From his #wruw posts he's happier than a fat kid with a cupcake.
All this to say only you can justify what will be your flavor of cupcakes. 👍🏾
Thanks! You are right about the multiple watches that look similar. I have two Bambinos that are almost identical yet I love them both.
i rather like the wave cept
jody does a review
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2TZbt2rTVhI
Yes, this review is what convinced me to get the Wave Ceptor I already have, and I love it. It's my favorite everyday watch and perfect at my job.
I like both but the solar function is very nice. Solar watches have spoiled me now I wish all my quartz watches were solar. Multi Band 6 is great also if you live within range of one of the transmitters.
I wish someone would combine solar with mecha-quartz. This would solve the two "problems" with quartz watches - battery changes and the one-tick second hand.