Why is Casio F-91W so popular?
“It has consistently remained popular because it is functional, affordable and accurate. It’s as simple as that.” Its design has not changed since it was first brought out 20 years ago.
How accurate is Casio F91W?
The average watch with a quartz movement, such as the F-91W, is accurate to within 1 second a day, which is the accuracy that Casio claims for the F-91W. It’s more accurate than anyone looking to spend a sawbuck on a watch should reasonably expect.
How many Casio F91W are sold each year?
3 million units
The Casio F-91W is a digital watch manufactured by Japanese electronics company Casio. Introduced in 1989 and modeled after the 1984 model DW-240, it is popular for its low price and long battery life. Annual production of the watch is 3 million units.
Can you swim with a Casio F91W?
The Casio F-91W is labeled of having water resistance to a depth of 5m. 5 meters of water resistance is enough to wear through the rain, go for a swim, cross a river, wash your hands, or as I do you can even shower with Casio F91W.
Where is Casio F91W made?
Casio watches are manufactured in Japan, China, Thailand, and Malaysia, according to specifications described by Casio Japan.
Can I wear Casio F91W in shower?
Where is the Casio F-91W made?
Now as far as where it’s made, Casio has made this watch in 4 nations. Japan, Malaysia, China and Thailand. Mine is from Thailand, and I can assure you it is the genuine article. Bad things about the F-91W?
How can I tell if my F-91W watch is real?
Whatever the F-91W states the time is, that is the time and you don’t have to question it. Something funny is that since this watch is so popular, there are many fakes out there. Fortunately, it’s fairly easy to tell if you’ve got a fake or a real one. The first and obvious thing is the LCD contrast.
How can you tell if a Casio watch is real?
Fourth, the “WR” in the bottom middle has a very specific lean to both the W and the R. If you compare it to a fake, it’s pretty easy to spot. Now as far as where it’s made, Casio has made this watch in 4 nations. Japan, Malaysia, China and Thailand. Mine is from Thailand, and I can assure you it is the genuine article.
How much does a genuine f91-w cost?
By way of comparison, a genuine F91-W from a reputable retailer is currently around the £10 mark. This one, for example, in Argos. Curiousity got the better of me so I ordered it, and guess what…