Casio has expanded its Edifice lineup in the United States with the launch of five new EFK-200 automatic watches.
The series, which debuted in Japan earlier this month, is now available for US customers.
Design and Materials
The EFK-200 series features a compact design. Standard steel models have a 38mm case diameter, 43.6mm lug-to-lug length, and 11.9mm thickness.
Two models incorporate forged carbon, a composite of carbon fibers and resin pressed under high heat. Each forged carbon component has a unique marbled pattern.
The EFK-200CD-1A ($330) has a forged carbon dial with a stainless steel case.
The EFK-200XPB-1A ($500) uses forged carbon for both dial and case, increasing the diameter slightly to 38.8mm and reducing weight to 81 grams compared to 153 grams for steel models.
The other three watches feature electroformed, textured dials with multi-layer lacquer gradients. The blue (EFK-200D-2A) and red (EFK-200D-4A) models cost $330 each.
The EFK-200DG-5A has a gold ion-plated case and bracelet, priced at $410.
Movement and Features
All five watches are powered by a 21-jewel Japanese automatic movement visible through a screw-lock case back.
The movement beats at 21,600 vibrations per hour, includes a hacking seconds function, and offers approximately 42 hours of power reserve.
The entire EFK-200 line uses scratch-resistant sapphire crystals and has a water resistance rating of 100 meters.
Steel models come with solid H-link bracelets with alternating brushed and mirror-polished finishes and a one-touch three-fold clasp.
The carbon-cased XPB-1A has a resin band with a push-button butterfly clasp.
The full EFK-200 series is available now in the US.
