Key Facts about Casio
Key Facts About Casio Watches
- Founded: Casio Computer Co., Ltd. in 1946 (Tokyo, Japan)
- First Watch: Casiotron (1974) – the world’s first digital watch with automatic calendar
- Focus: Affordable, multifunctional, digital and analog-digital watches
- Global Reputation: Durable, innovative, and accessible watches with mass appeal
Major Innovations
- G-Shock (1983):
Designed by Kikuo Ibe, G-Shock revolutionized the industry with its shock-resistant structure, designed to survive falls, vibration, and impact. It’s now a cultural icon worn by military personnel, athletes, and collectors.
- F91W (1989):
The ultra-affordable, lightweight, and reliable digital watch that became ubiquitous worldwide. Still in production today.
- Pro Trek Series:
Outdoor-focused watches with sensors for altitude, temperature, compass direction, and barometric pressure.
- Wave Ceptor:
Watches that automatically calibrate time via radio signals (atomic timekeeping).
- Edifice Series:
Casio’s dressier line that combines analog style with digital performance and Bluetooth connectivity.
- Data Bank (1980s–1990s):
One of the first watches with calculator, phone number storage, and schedule functions—an early "smartwatch" concept.
Fun Fact
Casio was one of the first companies to make calculator watches, and they became pop culture icons in the 1980s and 1990s—famously worn by Marty McFly in Back to the Future.
Popular Models
ModelKnown ForF91WAffordable, reliable classicG-Shock DW-5600Original square G-Shock, military favoriteGA-2100 ("CasiOak")Stylish G-Shock with octagonal bezel, inspired by Audemars PiguetPro Trek PRW-3500Outdoor adventures, solar power, altimeter/barometerEdifice ECB-800Analog-digital, Bluetooth sync for motorsport fans