5 Ultimate Casio Royale Builds, Inlcuding Upgrades For The New WS-1600

[@RelativeTime]

This one is divided into 3 parts. An unboxing of all the goodies I got sent, a mod build, and a showcase of all 5 builds. Since it's long, feel free to skip ahead using the chapters. 01:26 Unboxing 12:55 Moding 20:36 Showcase Also If you like the Desk Diving Shirt I'm wearing, it's from a viewer. Check it out here: www.third-watch.com/merch/p/desk-diver-t-organic

[@seanparks1675]

I thought spending $150 modding my $25 Casio Royale was crazy. But I did it, and I now have a watch that looks and feels way better. And has a sapphire crystal. I highly recommend it to any watch person. Just don’t tell anyone how much you spend. 🤭

[@JohnJKelly-of4dc]

I'd love a polished gold a1200

[@barrettwbenton]

Oh, this is *such* a dangerous video...and I'm only a third of the way in!

[@Cuccos19]

Ingenious how this company found that segment where they can do something different for the fans of those specific models. It's like modding your cheap yet extremely useful Swiss Army Knife with titanium/brass/copper/G10/exotic wood scales, or damascus blade, or what so ever. You would not have a more useful knife or watch at the end, but it will be one off which is only yours, and you can live your DIY fantasy as well. I'm just saying it because lot of people says why modding and spending so much money on a 20-40$ watch/knife.... and I say why not? Bottomline: I have a(n almost) stock W-800 (with bungee strap and screenportector) and I love the snooze function of it. This is the only thing I miss from the AE1200 Casio Royale, I wish it would have snooze function as well... I really find it useful. 😔

[@brucemacdonald876]

That polished gold one is bonkers. As someone else has observed, it looks like C3PO. My favourite of the lot is the bead-blasted steel one - looks very much a tool watch and very classy too.

[@bigjoel360]

Very entertaining! I have 5 of those Casio and I been having fun just cutting some of my leather straps and customizing them with that 🎉

[@alastairblakey2993]

Totally C3PO... The Time Bum did a "completely dark side" Darth Vader Mod, all black. Did anyone do an R2 mod, in white and blue? Or, a Rebel Alliance?

[@Dr_Doe]

I'm still waiting for titanium case & bracelet. And since they've made titanium casebacks, there's hope.

[@gomerasub]

The polished gold one reminds me of C3P0. The all black is the one that interests me the most, but that bronze one might have changed my mind.

[@RelativeTime]

I thought I’d like the stealth 1300 the best, but the bronze won me over. The polished silver with silver faceplate is growing on me too.

[@ChrisWolf75]

My wife said the exact same thing, that's hilarious😂. I sent a pic of the mod in a text and told her I was about to buy it, and she sent me back a pic of C3PO. I got the silver instead.

[@kangmasprabu58]

Menghabis kan biaya brp untuk memodifikasi seperti itu?

[@kiwilonewolf]

A red filter on the negative display module might give the Pulsar effect... that would be really cool!

[@RelativeTime]

That would be cool

[@SingleTrackMined]

That hint on turning screws backwards until you feel threads line up is the same for crowns. Turn your screw-down crown backward until you feel the click then tighten clockwise. Will save wear on threads.

[@michaelmcgill8397]

Just tried this; Works great, Thanks for the tip.

[@halfpastblog]

I'm really digging that orange strap. It would make the perfect budget summer watch.

[@larrydalton2205]

I've done too many of these. I did my 1600, almost the same as yours, but with grey instead of black bezel. I was surprised by how much I like the polished silver version, but I put it on the original version brushed silver bracelet so it has some but not as much shiny bling. The polished may be my favorite but not in the polished bracelet. I don't have a bronze watch, but that bronze one you did really does look sharp and perfect with the black rubber strap. The bracelet upgrades are nice, allowing for quick changes, but my new black bracelet was missing the quick release spring bar on one side. SKXMOD just sent me some quick release spring bars to add to the missing side. However, since the replacement bars have the release pin(tiny) not screwed in and installed, it has so far been impossible to repair having to screw the tiny pin into a small spring bar that moves.

[@alastairblakey2993]

That's good to hear. I have the Royale, in silver, and imo, the design is about perfect, except.. The silver wears off of the resin case.. So, replacement polished case, with black bezel, is drawing me in. The other issue is, living in the UK, the "timezone" indicator shows "black on a slightly less black background", so the module with the green-coloured land masses looks clever..

[@regorschneid5245]

The red and gold look really great together Great show!😃 I have two bronze automatics and I find the idea of a bronze Casio tempting.

[@SvennHjartarson]

Gold gold gold. Love the gold watch with a gold front plate and green module.

[@MrTw2009]

I know! I does look good. But what would the neighbors think? 🤔

[@BetamaxBabe]

The upgraded bracelet almost makes me want to try one of these (though I wish they'd make an A158/168 kit). The gold & red one works surprisingly well. The polished cases would look great with that negative display, as would the red on black.

[@Flint_Westwood]

I've just acquired a Casio Royale this weekend for £22GBP. An absolute steal. I've been aware of SKXMod for some time I think largely due to a previous video you did. I can't decide what case finish/material to go with though so this video gave me plenty to think about. Great video as always, Shane 👍

[@ifnyou]

Love the bronze case and agree that it matches well with the black rubber strap. I reckon I'd be even more tempted if there were a bronze bracelet available to go with it, although I imagine that would bump the cost up significantly...

[@GrantJackson70USD]

I did the same bronze case and black rubber strap mod about a year ago. I love it. I’m glad to hear they upgraded the bracelet. Time to place another order.

[@ThirdWatchLLC]

Great video as usual. Awesome to see our Desk Diver T in another video. Thanks for the support.

[@SilverSergeant]

Thanks for another informative and inspiring video. This takes me back to the time I modified my Casio DW5600-E with a metal case and bracelet a few years ago.

[@adsagp]

How did that mod go with the G-Shock? Do you like it more or less now?

[@vipnetworker]

I can’t believe you convinced me (at the end) that spending $150 to mod a $20 watch is a good idea, or even makes sense, but you did. Well done, sir. Well done.

[@wza360]

that black one with negative display + hydro mod to improve visibility - might be me ultimate dream watch mod, which would not take less than 1,5years, as I have not done one hydro mod yet (planing go experiment with cheap Casio I have in few months, once I find right silicon oil I could obtain in my location).. Will ponder on that for next few months :D thanks for awesome video!

[@valley_robot]

I used coconut oil, works fine

[@wza360]

@@valley_robot it depends what temperatures do you live in and what kind are you using. The one I thought about would become solid and non-transaprent ant 15C :D

[@e28forever30]

I have to agree with you on the Tissot!

[@leejenkinson5521]

one of my favourite Royale Review videos ever, and some cool mods. I really love the 1600, and with the orange strap it just stands out and looks so good :) I do like the white face modded with the red filter, If I was working as a K9 officer I would probably go for that one. as well as the 1600 brushed. I do like the stealth mod, but right now I do not like the negative displays, I have a few negative displays on some good Casios, but over time they are my less worn watches and now only truly wear for night time and protection work. Those rubber straps look very similar to the CASIO OAK straps which are also very comfortable to wear too. They made a wise choice going to Titanium backs, would love to see a brushed camo back and strap/case too.

[@Middletons_corner]

I’ve a couple of the skx mods - ae1200 and Casio Oak gen 6 and on their website it states that the WR remains the same.

[@r.a.8407]

The gold looks 🔥

[@billmurphy893]

Gotta say you were right the bronze on rubber is the way to go. Thanks for the video.

[@isthi000ify]

Amazing work man. Literally turned these already bad boys into BAD LADS 💎💯✔️👍🌟

[@davidlloydjones752]

Love the idea of an aged bronze case with a digital module inside. Damn! ... I may have to be a naughty boy🤭

[@ladykoala208]

I really enjoyed this video Shane. The gold mod was a bit too gaudy for my taste and the negative display would drive me insane but the others are cool. I modded 2 using SKX mod parts but I will now upgrade them further with the new colours of backlights which look cool. Thanks for an awesome video

[@stavros_katsopr]

I'm (part-ly) lost... Cheers Shane, good you kept your sanity after all... these! PS The "screw" tip works for everything that... tries to screw you. A back(wards) swing, gets them all in place. Screw you screws!😋

[@RelativeTime]

Took a bit to put together but was fun. I might wind up doing another CasiOak mod too.

[@spudthegreaterusa8386]

Every time watch one of your videos I come up with new ways to spend money that I shouldn't be spending on watches. I obsessed all weekend about the A1200 Royal, and used their design app to see the combinations possible, and just when Id narrowed it down to three likely candidates, I find this 1600 which I never knew about, and like THAT one better because the time and date display is larger. Im 56 years old and my eyesight isnt getting any better, and without glasses, its tough to see that small digital markings. I'm probably gonna do a 1600 with a new case and band mod now.

[@rikdriscoll2160]

Youve done a great job there! I agree that the bronze one stands out, it's definitely unique. I've just discovered this modding scene and I love my casios! I'll definitely be trying this on my a1200 and possibly something with my f91w. Thanks for a fantastic video 👍

[@adk7962]

My wife: Did you spend $2,000 on a new watch?! Me: Not exactly…

[@RelativeTime]

Lol

[@douglasfuentes2737]

😂😂😂

[@johanvandersandt8904]

The referee timer looks incredible!

[@chrisb5986]

This is so awesome that it is going to horological video legend. Enjoy the views.

[@cutlass23]

These all look like great watches to wear while returning some video tapes.

[@RelativeTime]

Just remember to rewind.

[@RunItsGojira]

​@@RelativeTime "Be kind, please rewind" ahhh, the good old days...

[@thecompanioncube4211]

I agree that spending $150 on $30 watch sounds crazy, but if that watch mod makes you enjoy it 5x more, make it more desirable to wear everyday, then it’s totally worth it. Also the satisfaction of DIY is priceless, even though you’re using a kit

[@dunderhay9169]

Something for all tastes there, good video, that was a lot of work for you, so thanks 👍

[@halfpastblog]

Ok... Digging that bronze version a lot too. 👍👍

[@303RUBIX]

I would buy all of these, want to make them for me? 😊 Looking good! Love your mellow mood man, enjoy!

[@adsagp]

Thanks for the video. It is nice to see the possibilities of mods available. I like your I like the brushed silver and the bronze ones the most. Not sure if I can get SKX Mods where I live.

[@bird718]

some of those look very nice, i wished casio made one with bigger fonts for the "10 year battery"

[@harrycee656]

Vario has some great leather straps for the Royale. Also, if you want to color a sub window i found alcohol pigment markers work well. I colored the whole world map so i have a blue ocean.

[@RelativeTime]

That's a great idea.

[@valley_robot]

I use a4 plastic document holders, they come in a pack of 4 colours, re, green, blue and yellow, they cost £1.00 in the UK, check your stationary store, you have enough material to mod 100s of watches

[@hwarrior_ryder3624]

Simply awesome.

[@vincebrickner5529]

Ho ho ho Merry Christmas to you. Pretty cool stuff thought about the bronze so I looked at the price you want. Thanks for the video.

[@noisycricket8924]

Well I f it means anything to you lol……I watched and enjoyed every second of this video,nicely done my friend.

[@RelativeTime]

Thank you! Means a lot!👍

[@soulside]

I wish they made a brushed steel or titanium case and bracelet. The shiny is too flashy and the matte silver is too weird imo. Great content though!

[@ralphreinhardt6020]

Cool video bud ! 😎👍

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks 👍

[@Mr.ErikSnake]

Awesome content luv these digital Casio’s watches 💯👌🏼

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks. They were fun to put together.

[@realwarriorscholar]

I like the bronze!

[@MrTw2009]

I thought I wanted a gold casio, but seeing how that gold mod looks..maybe I need to dial it back! Maybe I need a royale on a stormtrooper mod? 🤔

[@RelativeTime]

It is pretty blingy. I've come to really love the bronze one. Got a touch of bling, but as the patina develops it's not quite as loud. Only downside is the lack of a bracelet, but that's typical with bronze.

[@MrTw2009]

@@RelativeTime The bronze does seem like a good compromise.

[@xpusostomos]

I think the clear face casts less shadow over the LCDs and makes it more readable... is it like that in real life?

[@kiwilonewolf]

A case variation without the faux rivets at the top and bottom would be great

[@RelativeTime]

That would be good. Ill suggest it.

[@richardgriffin2659]

Just subscribed. Where did you get the red or burgundy leather bands . Thanks in advance. Also will that leather ban be compatible with the A500 or A700?

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks and welcome! I think all the straps I used in this vid came from SKXmod. www.skxmod.com/products/oil-waxed-leather-strap-for-ae-1200-1300-ws-1600-series?sku=18061041510277490129473575 Although there is a chance (I don't remember) if I snuck one in from Vario. That would be the only other straps I have to fit the Royale. vario.sg/collections/watch-straps-for-casio-ae1200wh-world-time Not sure if they will fit the A500. It's a standard 18mm strap on the inside, but then flairs out to meet the AE-1200 case. So it might, but it doesn't say it on the listing. Might be best to ask them directly if it does, or if they have one that will.

[@talega1]

Gr8 review!

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks!

[@wartellecastille1072]

Thanks!

[@RelativeTime]

No problem. Thanks a bunch!

[@javaman4584]

I'd like to see a replacement faceplate that just removes the 5 ALARMS and WR100M. The 10 YEAR BATTERY adds a dash of color that I don't mind. I suppose they might have to remove CASIO as well. The rest of the text is useful. As for the mods, they all look great, but which combinations work is a matter of personal taste.

[@RelativeTime]

That’s a good suggestion. I think they legally have to remove Casio from their products though.

[@RGMGDA]

Most Interesting ! 😊

[@tk423b]

I don’t want this but I love a project.

[@ajd1439]

Do I have to apply the film myself if I want to go with the all black negative screen? Or can you buy one already applied? Thanks!

[@RelativeTime]

They will do it for you. Should be an option to directly order one, or you can ask if you want something you can't see.

[@CarsonLoewe]

Subbed, great stuff keep it up

[@RelativeTime]

Thanks and welcome!

[@daras-]

Black one is awesome, add "hydro mod" pls, it will boost up contrast.

[@RelativeTime]

That be interesting. Has anyone done that with one? Since the case back is just secured with screws is that enough to keep the oil in?

[@daras-]

@@RelativeTime There is Wideo about it "watchNcarry" made it .

[@RelativeTime]

Cool. I'll have to check it out.

[@valley_robot]

I've done it with coconut oil, works fine, no leaks, and it now has a nice little bubble floating in it

[@paulk4473]

I did it with mineral oil and it greatly improves clarity. I imagine it is much more water resistant than 100 m as well. It took about 5 or 10 minutes.

[@sanjeevpillai7150]

can i get the mold in india any site where it will be available

[@tremelo8508]

Stupid Question. Do you need to install the inner faceplate? I am kind of liking the way the module looks naked (AE1200). Will if fit correctly without it or will I damage the module? Thanks in advance for any responses.

[@RelativeTime]

That's a good question... I'll have to ask SKX mod. My guess is that you should. Otherwise there might be a little bit of wiggle room for the module to move back and forth. Although you can always try it and then if you don't hear it or see it moving, it's probably okay. Another option is the clear faceplate.

[@xpusostomos]

I don't want completely sterile, I like useful markings... I don't want advertising like "10 year battery" and "world time" etc. But ticks around the time and labelled buttons is functional.

[@mrod3832]

I understand skxmod is a different manufacturer, not a part of Casio. So if we replace everything, including the module, then it won't be an authentic Casio watch anymore!😂

[@omchaurasia6949]

I have a casio royale and want to mod it, but being a student, I can not spend so much money. If you plan on giving away a few things, please reply.

[@Aliens_Gonna_Get_Ya]

Great vid…!!! 👍😊💥

[@shaijam8021]

Hi, do you sell your customized watches?

[@RelativeTime]

I have in the past, but I don't regularly make them and sell them. Although something your interested in email me. [e-mail]

[@Stevieboy7]

link doesn't work anymore

[@arunk5307]

is it possible to get the mod kits in India ?

[@wadehampton1737]

Most other 200 dollar quartz watches have a 20-30 movement in it anyway right.........Even automatic movements are just a fraction of a decent watch price. I don't get the issue with people. It's jewelry.....that tells you what time it is.

[@wolfymaceastern6072]

Hi mate do you know the case etc off the skmie 1335 fit the royale

[@RelativeTime]

Sorry, I don't.

[@nO_3Xcuses]

Wouldn't it be a whole lot easier to just wear the entire glove rather than cutting off the tips and then putting on the individual tips

[@RelativeTime]

They're called finger cots, and they're sold that way. Don't ask me why, but they are the preferred method when working on stuff like watches. The only reason I can really think of is that it keeps your whole hand from being sweaty, as it's just the tips that are covered.

[@carmelogambino4219]

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[@RetrogamerTim]

Flog

[@RockNRoll__]

TOO EXPENSIVE 🤣