This one makes me unreasonably giddy - Casio A159

3 months ago by WFH to c/watches

Since we're doing digital watches lately...

This Casio A159 is by far the cheapest of my (mostly mechanical watches) collection, both in construction and in price. It's plastic, has a folded links bracelet, has a digital movement unchanged since the late 80s but somehow, it brings me a lot of joy these days. Maybe it's the no-nonsense functionality. Maybe it's the beloved childhood aesthetics. I love it.

Satellaview 7 points 3 months ago

Absolutely love how much of this watch face is allocated to… telling you that it lights up. That must have been a really big deal, once upon a time. How charming!

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Wfh 2 points 3 months ago

Well, the EL backlight is kind of amazing and beautiful.

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D 3 points 3 months ago

Have this on my wrist today, ol' reliable.

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harsh3466 2 points 3 months ago

Love this watch. Was my daily but I recently upgraded to an a AE1200 because I wanted a countdown timer on my daily wear watch as well. I use timers all the time and it's super nice having it on my wrist. It's my new favorite watch.

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yuri 2 points 3 months ago

people love schmancy 4-button electronics, but goddamnit there’s just something so lovely about 3-buttons. they’re utilitarian and quaint lol

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