Casio Duro -- Too Much of a Good Thing
So I tried on a Casio Duro today for the first time. As a woman, I've always expected it to be like a small car on my wrist and way too much. I'm pleasantly surprised that it looks OK. My wrist is shy of 7" around, and the case sits nicely. But the weight of this is way too much and after wearing a while makes me feel like I'm sporting a small anvil and getting carpel tunnel again. Ugh. No fair! Oh well, can't say I didn't give it a try.
The watch is mine for a short time, so if anyone has suggestions of a way to make it more wearable (short of taking it apart or doing huge mods) feel free to chime in. I don't think wrist strengthening exercises will cut it with this one. Consolations also welcome. ☹
Watch enthusiast who appreciates the fine technical and artistic sides of design, as well as a good looking homage with great performance.
I wear mine on a Nato which lightens it a little. Hope you find a solution, cos it's a great watch. Good luck.
I wear mine on a Nato which lightens it a little. Hope you find a solution, cos it's a great watch. Good luck.
I'll give that a try. Thanks!
I'll give that a try. Thanks!
No worries, from your pics it looks OK size wise so I hope you get it sorted.
It is a great watch and looks good on you. I also wear mine on a single pass strap. If the weight bothers you that probably won't help.
There is a smaller 40mm alternative:
Ah, that's interesting. I'll check into that one. Thanks!
My wrist is just under 7". I also decided the Duro was too big.
There's a new, smaller version of it. Jody at Just One More Watch reviewed it a few weeks ago. Almost the same watch, but (according to Jody) under 36mm. Way too small for me. And, if I recall, it doesn't have a screw-down crown. Good luck.
My wrist is just under 7". I also decided the Duro was too big.
There's a new, smaller version of it. Jody at Just One More Watch reviewed it a few weeks ago. Almost the same watch, but (according to Jody) under 36mm. Way too small for me. And, if I recall, it doesn't have a screw-down crown. Good luck.
Yeah, it seems the youtube guys found many negatives on it but 36mm would be perfect for me. It costs about double the larger Duro, so not sure if I'll go that route. If so, I'll post a followup.
There is a smaller 40mm alternative:
What model is this one?
Yeah, it seems the youtube guys found many negatives on it but 36mm would be perfect for me. It costs about double the larger Duro, so not sure if I'll go that route. If so, I'll post a followup.
Double the price? And no screw-down crown? That's a bit rubbish. 😮
Double the price? And no screw-down crown? That's a bit rubbish. 😮
IKR! Exactly.
My wife….has stolen my Casioak (45mm) which is a huge watch… it looks brilliant on her and she is a tiny person.
My wife….has stolen my Casioak (45mm) which is a huge watch… it looks brilliant on her and she is a tiny person.
Good for her! I tried on an Ali Express BB58 homage yesterday and it was so top-heavy at 14.5mm case thickness (the actual Tudor watch is not that large). Made the Duro seem tiny and weightless.
Curved End FKM rubber strap. Stretchy Silicone Strap is so comfortable I forget I have a watch on. 7.25” wrist.
Curved End FKM rubber strap. Stretchy Silicone Strap is so comfortable I forget I have a watch on. 7.25” wrist.
I'll give that a try. Thanks!
I don't like the Duro. But I like Casio and the Duro's in my price range. The local Walmart had one. So I checked it out. It was cartoonishly large, and I even like certain large watches. It was so shiny it didn't even look like metal, more like that phony "chrome" on kids' toys. I could do without the fish on the dial too.
You might like the Casio Edifice EFV-100. It comes in two sizes, 40mm and 35mm and in black, white, and blue. I have a black 40mm. They're a little hard to find now but you still see them around for not much $$$.
My wife….has stolen my Casioak (45mm) which is a huge watch… it looks brilliant on her and she is a tiny person.
Sometimes that works, it depends on the watch and it depends on the person. What good is wearing a watch that is the Exact Right Size (which is an artificial concept anyway), if it's not a great looking watch?
The Casio Duro is a LARGE wristwatch with a 44mm case. And it is extremely well made, so it is relatively heavy. This makes it suitable for people with larger wrists, which means it isn't the best choice for some men and most women.
However, if you like the style of this watch and just want something that fits your wrist better you might want to consider their new "mini" version:
There is plenty wrong with this new version, but it definitely a lot smaller and lighter. And more suitable for a smaller wrist. Casio says it weighs 58 grams, while the older version weighs 93 grams.
It sells for more than the larger version ($78 vs. $49)
It has less water resistance (50m vs 200m)
It lacks a screw down crown
It lacks a screw in back
However, it is still a good value for a sub $100 watch made by a real watch company. And it might suit your wrist better while providing the same style. It just isn't the same screaming bargain as the original Duro was, because it has had features removed or down graded.
For most men, this new version is a bad choice. But in your particular case, it might be the solution you are looking for.
My own Duros...
I absolutely love this watch. I replaced both rubber straps with stainless steel bracelets I found on Amazon for around $15 each.
The Casio Duro is a LARGE wristwatch with a 44mm case. And it is extremely well made, so it is relatively heavy. This makes it suitable for people with larger wrists, which means it isn't the best choice for some men and most women.
However, if you like the style of this watch and just want something that fits your wrist better you might want to consider their new "mini" version:
There is plenty wrong with this new version, but it definitely a lot smaller and lighter. And more suitable for a smaller wrist. Casio says it weighs 58 grams, while the older version weighs 93 grams.
It sells for more than the larger version ($78 vs. $49)
It has less water resistance (50m vs 200m)
It lacks a screw down crown
It lacks a screw in back
However, it is still a good value for a sub $100 watch made by a real watch company. And it might suit your wrist better while providing the same style. It just isn't the same screaming bargain as the original Duro was, because it has had features removed or down graded.
For most men, this new version is a bad choice. But in your particular case, it might be the solution you are looking for.
Thanks for all the info, Marty. That's really helpful. 👍 That mini is definitely on my radar.
The good news is that you haven't lost much on your original Duro. You could sell it on ebay or Craigslist for almost as much as you paid for it, or you could simply gift it to a friend or family member with a larger wrist who could appreciate it more.
And since the new mini is a Casio, you know it is a pretty good watch. It will have the same style, the same accuracy, and the same date feature. It just won't have the same water resistance as the big Duro does. 200 meters makes the Duro a real dive watch. But once you remove the screw down crown and the screw in back, you are now down to 50 meters, and I wouldn't even take it in the shower with me.
The great thing about Casios is you don't need to take out a second mortgage to buy one. So even if you buy the wrong watch for you, you haven't lost very much money.
Good luck, whatever you decide to do.
The good news is that you haven't lost much on your original Duro. You could sell it on ebay or Craigslist for almost as much as you paid for it, or you could simply gift it to a friend or family member with a larger wrist who could appreciate it more.
And since the new mini is a Casio, you know it is a pretty good watch. It will have the same style, the same accuracy, and the same date feature. It just won't have the same water resistance as the big Duro does. 200 meters makes the Duro a real dive watch. But once you remove the screw down crown and the screw in back, you are now down to 50 meters, and I wouldn't even take it in the shower with me.
The great thing about Casios is you don't need to take out a second mortgage to buy one. So even if you buy the wrong watch for you, you haven't lost very much money.
Good luck, whatever you decide to do.
Yes, I will end up giving the Duro to someone else. Maybe someone on WatchCrunch. 😊 It's such a nice watch, someone should enjoy it. The price on Casios is definitely a big plus, I love that they are budget but nice quality at the same time. Constantly amazed at the Casio value for money.
I don't plan on scuba diving anytime soon, so as long as a watch can survive in light rain, I'm good. 👍
You should be fine.
50 meters of water resistance is actually pretty good. If the rating is real. And I would tend to believe the Casio rating is real, and not inflated hype like the ones from some of these $15 watch brands you find on AliExpress.
50 meters means your won't have a problem wearing it in the rain, or when washing your hands, or even perhaps when showering. Think of it as "splash resistant" and not as "water proof." You really need around a 200 meters rating to safely use a watch when swimming or diving. And the best dive watches are rated for 300 meters or more, which makes the Duro's 200 meter rating very impressive for such a moderately priced watch.