Serious Watch or Happy Meal Watch? Retro Casio A168WA-1

My take on this ultra inexpensive retro Casio A168WA. It is small and lightweight by todays standards and might be considered by some to be a toy or kids watch but it has developed a serious following over the years and resides in many a watch collection. I failed to mention that due to this watches size, it might make a good unisex watch also.
For anyone not familiar with the reference to Happy Meal watch in title, McDonalds used to include a free inexpensive nick-nack\toy in their children's Happy Meal box and I recall sometimes there being a themed digital watch. Not really a thing they do anymore I think :)

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  • @JamesG800
    @JamesG800 Жыл бұрын

    If you run into a real watch enthusiast, and that person sees that watch in your wrist, they will most likely give you a nod or maybe even stop you to compliment your watch. Amongst the watch collecting community the Casio A168 is one of the most beloved watches in the world, second only to maybe the Casio F91w. I have and a 7 inch wrist and I wear this particular watch at least once a week. The A700 you brought up in the video is also an amazing watch I rotate regularly in my collection.

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the comment. Yeah I knew this watch has quite the following. Bens Watch Club Channel has done quite a few videos on these affordable classics

  • @darthgiggity7948

    @darthgiggity7948

    Жыл бұрын

    Do you find it alright for someone with a 7 to 7.5in wrist? I've been eyeing either this, the W217, or the CA-53.

  • @QuestingKnightIV

    @QuestingKnightIV

    9 ай бұрын

    ​@@darthgiggity7948 yes, small watches are more classical and it will fit nicely on your wrist, i have 7.5inch wrist and most of my watches are 36mm etc snk809, casio a158, srpj85. I love small watches, they just feel right compared to most modern watches at 40mm+ sizes

  • @whereRbearsTeeth

    @whereRbearsTeeth

    7 ай бұрын

    LOL BS

  • @JamesG800

    @JamesG800

    7 ай бұрын

    @@darthgiggity7948 I have a 7 in wrist and my A168 get's a lot of wrist time.

  • @edwardkeeter762
    @edwardkeeter7628 күн бұрын

    Forget everything else about watches: brands, heritage, prices, etc. Just taken on its own, the A168 is a very attractive watch...not just the retro appeal, but it's just plain aesthetically pleasing. It wouldn't be any more or less good-looking if it had a Tudor badge on it or a Timex one. It's simply a damn good watch. I have several significantly pricier ones in my collection, and the A168 still manages to get a ton of wrist time. A newer watch that has this exact same appeal is the Armitron Griffy, for the same reasons.

  • @rickyporter6450
    @rickyporter6450 Жыл бұрын

    One point that I caught, you actually demonstrated the alarm. A well rounded review. Good job, thanks. P.S., I just bought this watch. Had one in the mid 90s and wanted another. $22 Walmart. It does pull the hair but cool none the less.

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    Жыл бұрын

    yeah - thanks. I am thinking of getting the calculator model that I once had as a kid (CA53W-1)

  • @dhardhirdruha6916
    @dhardhirdruha69162 ай бұрын

    So far this is the best review video of this Watch . 👍

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    2 ай бұрын

    I agree! 😁

  • @user-du2uq1ku5k
    @user-du2uq1ku5k Жыл бұрын

    A watch with a simple and beautiful design at the same time and an excellent battery It reminds me of my watch that I bought 15 years ago and I love digital watches because it looks more accurate than a dynamic watch and is clearer and it is not suitable for narcissists who will never think of buying it In short, this watch for me is better than Rolex, and it is the first watch I bought and I have not bought another watch so far

  • @ichi5974
    @ichi59745 ай бұрын

    Always been a fan of these beautiful watches. I’m thinking of buying, but I’m afraid it’ll look huge on my wrists (I’m a girl). It’s too beautiful to resist though, so we’ll see!

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    4 ай бұрын

    Go for it! 👍

  • @hoodflix7544

    @hoodflix7544

    4 ай бұрын

    A158 is the smaller version

  • @Solitaire001

    @Solitaire001

    4 ай бұрын

    I wonder if it would be possible to come out with a smaller version of this same watch (call it the B168). It is identical to the A168 except everything that it is 75% of the size of the A168. It is intended for those who like the design but want a smaller watch.

  • @antoniocerqueiracerqueira5893
    @antoniocerqueiracerqueira589310 ай бұрын

    Até que fim um unboxing mostrando como funciona o alarme 😅😅😅sou brasileiro e não tem nenhum vídeo que mostre.

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    9 ай бұрын

    Ok, fico feliz em ajudar! 😁

  • @SteveUKUSNZ
    @SteveUKUSNZ9 ай бұрын

    I just bought it on ebay for £11.00. Like it plenty but will be looking for a metal expandable strap for it. Not loving the wrist hair pulling.

  • @donald5315
    @donald53158 ай бұрын

    Just for your reference famous footballer Lewandowski wore a Casio to the ballon d'or

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    8 ай бұрын

    🤔 The Google Machine indicates you are correct Sir 👍

  • @lovinradios6495
    @lovinradios6495 Жыл бұрын

    i have a huge wrist , and no where does it mention anywhere how large a wrist can be used with this watch, if you can , please share the answer, nice video btw

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    Жыл бұрын

    I just did some measurements and if you moved the clasp as far as it could go, I think it would fit an 8 inch wrist

  • @jairoz5412
    @jairoz54123 ай бұрын

    I have this watch but Casio should had made it metal instead of the chrome plastic case.

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    3 ай бұрын

    That would be cool but the watch would cost more

  • @vagnerantonio3062
    @vagnerantonio30622 жыл бұрын

    O meu é um desse aí abençoado

  • @LuizCarlos-xe6vp
    @LuizCarlos-xe6vp Жыл бұрын

    Possuo um desses ai

  • @yajkushal1995
    @yajkushal19959 ай бұрын

    I already own 158wa . Should I go after it or not?

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    9 ай бұрын

    I would say no. They are too similar. A168 has better backlight though. Good comparison article here www.benswatchclub.com/blog/casio-a158-vs-a168

  • @QuestingKnightIV

    @QuestingKnightIV

    9 ай бұрын

    A700 or a171 would be a better watch to get if you already have a158

  • @gustafsandell1484
    @gustafsandell14847 ай бұрын

    i love my casio a168 and a700 but as u said they are so small on big wrists it makes them look feminine

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    7 ай бұрын

    Agree. I know small mens watches were the norm many years ago, but in modern times I think 36mm and below is too small

  • @b0bhumperdinck795
    @b0bhumperdinck795 Жыл бұрын

    I really like your video but I'm definitely not interested in your opinion of this watch all I want is the facts of it and you did provide that thank you it's a beautiful watch

  • @randyguess3124
    @randyguess31249 ай бұрын

    I'm not exaggerating but you probably took about a month off the battery life by leaving it on so long. Otherwise nice watch and review.

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    9 ай бұрын

    😬 Thanks!

  • @a.juchter

    @a.juchter

    4 ай бұрын

    A CR2025 battery also fits...

  • @user-zl9js4nj8g
    @user-zl9js4nj8g8 ай бұрын

    Koje su dimenzije kućiste sata?

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    8 ай бұрын

    Na svojim čeljustima mjerim 35,2 mm

  • @LuizCarlos-xe6vp
    @LuizCarlos-xe6vp Жыл бұрын

    O meu é desse modelo aí

  • @watchify1775

    @watchify1775

    Жыл бұрын

    OK, isso é bom. É um bom relógio para o que custa

  • @johnskuttysabu7915
    @johnskuttysabu7915 Жыл бұрын

    Digital.watches.are good.but.it.willnot.give.satisfaction.as.analog.watches..

  • @whereRbearsTeeth
    @whereRbearsTeeth7 ай бұрын

    Really cheap and really nasty.

  • @a.juchter

    @a.juchter

    4 ай бұрын

    It's awesome.

  • @SlowDIIV

    @SlowDIIV

    3 ай бұрын

    Nah, you're just trying to be a snob to cover up your insecurities.

  • @simiangimp2282
    @simiangimp2282 Жыл бұрын

    This made me laugh. Gen Z have such a weird take on life haha It's a classic 1980s digi Casio, for £17.50. That's it. Nobody cares what you think about it.

  • @davidlocke1668

    @davidlocke1668

    Жыл бұрын

    Casio has an army of fans that enjoy these lol

  • @wizzgamer

    @wizzgamer

    Жыл бұрын

    How did you find one for £17.50 it's a fair bit more expensive than that these days.

  • @a.juchter

    @a.juchter

    4 ай бұрын

    ​@@wizzgamer Walmart.