Casio Collection Unisex Adults Watch AQ-230A

Nice watch at a decent price. Not too bulky and heavy on the wrist, but big enough that it doesn’t look too small. Very pleased.

This watch is one of a series with different cases and dials. I purchased a gold coloured version back in 1996 which finally started to give trouble a few days ago. This appeared to be caused by the sealing ring which had not been changed since new and had allowed dirt to accumulate inside. Despite this the movement was still working perfectly and I later cleaned out the case especially the buttons which were stiff and it now works again. However due to the age and the fact that the case is not metal, it has lost its good looks and at the very reasonable price it is available for on Amazon I decided to get a new one. This time I chose the chrome coloured version with a white dial and black digits which provides a very easy to read face. I very highly recommend this watch in all versions as it is very accurate (within +/-30 seconds a month) and has a separate digital display which can show the time, date and day of week, Alarm, Stopwatch and a dual time which can be set for another time zone if required. It is also very slim and elegant and looks more expensive than it is. The method of operating the watch can be downloaded as a pdf by going to the Casio Watch site ([...]) and selecting Support/Manuals/Timepieces/Watch Manual Archives and entering Module No:1301 in the edit box. New sealing rings are available (at just over £5 including P/P) from Casio Spares department (Tel 020 8208 9567 M-F 9-5). It uses a Silver Oxide Button Cell Type SR920 (1.55v) which is not difficult to purchase and should last about 3 years. The back is easy to remove and the battery is easy to change. The sealing ring can be changed if necessary at the same time. If the movement is accidentally disturbed check that the buttons are still operating the contacts properly.

Firstly and vitally, this watch is identical in size, shape and function to the white-faced silver case/strap version AQ-230A-7DMQ and the gold-effect AQ-230GA-9DMQYES although this one is described as "small". The strap is also the same length as those of the other two, although it is described as "ladie's". I am male with a not too big wrist and it fits me fine. The strap has an adjustable buckle, so there's no need to mess with links. Functionally these watches are in my opinion almost perfect. You get time analogue & digital, perpetual date, once in 24hr alarm, hourly alarm (both can be on or off), 1/100th second stopwatch and a second "dual" time function, useful for your home time zone when you're abroad. Setting is simple. Setting the analogue time is slow, you press the button on the right and the hands turn quickly, but not very quickly. I have one for UK winter time (black face), one for UK summer time/European winter time (silver) and one for European summer time (gold), so I don't have to reset the analogues. In my opinion Casio should offer a top-grade version of this watch, with a titanium case/strap, sapphire lens, higher contrast LCD and solar power. I would still buy 3 if they were ten times the price of these babies.

Dual time zone function useful. Battery life is quite good but only indication that new battery required is digital display dimming to unreadable and / or watch stopping. Consider watch to be good value for money. Strap length can be adjusted quite quickly but really needs small screwdriver.

Fantastic. Great value. Looks elegant and stylish.

Perfect! Exactly as described. Does not look a “blue/ green silver” as the pictures shows, which is a good thing. It’s a clean looking silver with a white face. Can’t go wrong.

This is an excellent little watch. There are, however, a couple of points a purchaser might need to be aware of. 1. There is no back light, although I find that silver hands against a black face o.k. even in dim light. 2. Even at its maximum, the strap measures only about 8 1/2 inches, or 21 1/2 cm. Since you are advised to have some slack in the strap, I would suggest that a wrist circumference of 8 inches is about as far as you can go. Otherwise, it's all good. I've looked at the two and three star reviews, and would like to make the following points/observations. Strap adjustment is straight forward. First, note the position of the clasp relative to the links. Release the clasp as indicated by a small arrow, using a small screwdriver or nail file if needed. Reposition relative to the links, and click shut. Properly closed, the strap seems secure enough to me. Anything likely to cause it to open would be difficult to ignore. Setting the analogue time - the minute hand advances every 20 seconds, when the digital time is at 0,20 and 40 seconds. The button to adjust the analogue time is shielded at the front and sides. One brief push advances the time by 20 seconds, a sustained push sweeps the hands smoothly and quickly. Synchronising the analogue and digital times is simple. Set the digital time, following the supplied instructions, then set the analogue time slightly behind it. As soon as the digital time passes a convenient point,e.g. 5 or 10 minutes, advance the hand with single pushes to that point. If the digital time has not gone past 20 seconds, job done. If it has, give it one more nudge. The watch has several other functions - date, alarm, stopwatch as specified. I have had this watch for several months now, and am as pleased with it now as I was at first. Highly recommended to anyone who wants a combination watch.

Let me start by saying that this is a nice timepiece. As others have said, it's light, comfy and looks smart. However, not all the information in the description is accurate and, in fact, it is quite misleading. It states in the 'Description' that it is water resistant to 3 atm (30m). Contrary to that, the 'Features and details' state a ridiculous 'water pressure resistance' of 50 bar (500m)! According to Casio the watch conforms to ISO 22810 (http://www.casio-europe.com/euro/watch/collection/aq-230a-7bmqyes/), which in turn defers to the manufacturer's description of what activities are permitted within the warranty. Casio state that the watch is only "resistant to minor splashing. Any greater water contact should be avoided." As such, the other claim in the 'Features and details' section that it is water resistant to 30m (massively different to 50 bar!) is misleading because it suggests bathing and swimming with the watch on is OK when according to the manufacturer, Casio, it is not. Bathing and swimming with the watch on will void the warranty. So, if you're after something that you can keep on your wrist all day every day for pretty much any daily activity including washing, then this watch is not for you. However, if, like me, your regular practice is to remove your watch for showers or baths or swimming, etc, then this is a great little watch. All in all, be well informed.

Une montre magnifique, qui nous faire penser à notre jeunesse, merçi....

Authentic with all the stamps and warranty certificate

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Muy elegante a la vez que sencillo. El tamaño perfecto. Me encanta

Looks classy , quality is also good and definately value for money... Size material all good