Casio has introduced the A130WE series, the latest addition to its Vintage collection.
The new digital watches revive the analog-LCD hybrid design that was popular in the 1980s, blending retro aesthetics with modern functionality.
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The series will launch in Japan later this month.
The A130WE-3AJF and A130WE-9AJF models are priced at ¥8,800 (approximately $54) and are already available for pre-order.
Design and Display
The LCD screen is divided into distinct sections.
The upper left quadrant shows a digital rendering of an analog clock with moving hands for local time.
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The upper right area features a graphic indicator that tracks active functions like the timer or stopwatch.
The bottom half of the display serves as a standard digital readout, showing hours, minutes, seconds, date, and day of the week.
The case is made from chrome-plated resin with an angular shape, measuring 40.5 x 33.9 x 9 mm and weighing 54 grams.
The watches come with a self-adjustable stainless steel band and a resin glass cover. Available finishes include silver, gold, and gunmetal.
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Some variants feature tinted LCD panels: the A130WE-7A has a blue display, while the A130WEGG-1A uses an orange screen.
Features and Battery
Internally, the watch runs on a CR1616 battery rated for approximately three years.
It offers basic water resistance for daily use and an amber LED backlight with selectable duration of 1.5 or 3 seconds.
Software functions include world time across 31 time zones and 48 cities, with a multi-time feature for quick access to four saved cities.
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It also includes a 1/100-second stopwatch, a 24-hour countdown timer, five daily alarms, and a full auto-calendar.
