Casio MDV106 Duro Long Term Review: High Value Perfection

"And God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light. And God saw that the light was good. And God separated the light from the darkness. God called the light Day, and the darkness he called Night. And there was evening and there was morning, the first day."
-- Genesis 1:3-5

[@Blackluuvv]

I’ve had my black Duro about 2 weeks. Needless to say l love it. It is probably the best watch for under a $100 you can buy. I get numerous compliments daily. One of my associates wearing a Rolex noticed my Duro with nato strap and could not stop talking about it. I’ve also ordered a second Duro in blue. You can dress it up or down. I even purchased a leather nato strap that looks really cool. The Duro is an over achiever, if you love watches it’s a must own.

[@lawrencetendler7747]

I own both a Casio DURO and a Rolex watch ,and when I combine them I have a Casio Durex.

[@DenyEverythingX]

@@lawrencetendler7747 wat? Haha

[@StevePilgrim2013]

You said $45...I clicked...it showed up. Haven't enjoyed an under $100 purchase (of anything) this much in a long time. Thanks for all you do to spread reliable words! Now, back to spending on my grandkids. ☺️

[@Alan-lv9rw]

I have three Duro marlins: Pepsi, black, and gold. All on jubilee bracelets. Love them!

[@PaulHVAC1]

I am a Casio nut!!! And the Duro is in my collection...And I have to say, it has no tough solar or Multiband 6, but its probably my top 2 fav Casio watch! Great video, really enjoyed it. Cheers from🇨🇦

[@luigib2307]

Well ain't that odd! Just yesterday I finally ordered my Duro. After studying many KZbin reviews, I'm expecting great things.

[@abdalabinladen]

I've taken mine down to 130 feet. No issues what so ever. No stains and the bezel rotates perfectly after being in salt water. Enjoy. You will not regret getting it.

[@luigib2307]

@@abdalabinladen Thanks for the good wishes.

[@Flyingwalrus42]

What do you think bro

[@luigib2307]

@@Flyingwalrus42 I'm very pleased with it, couldn't be happier.

[@luigib2307]

@Nick Austin Good job! I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

[@CWSguy]

I love my Duro! Glad to see other enthusiasts enjoying this classic watch. Nice vid.

[@petert3412]

I have had this watch in my collection for a long time, great watch and great value

[@WardStroud]

it's actually a Sailfish... Marlin's have a receding dorsal fin.... I can't unsee it now:) hahah good video man! thanks for the content:)

[@TheApostleP]

So it is, Ward… so it is 😉

[@psalm2forliberty577]

I know RIGHT ! It's funny how many call it a Casio Marlin Dive watch - but really truly it's a Sailfish - a small but accurate distinction !

[@carpandrei7493]

Small correction, if I may, to an otherwise excellent review: the markers are not applied, they are embossed (well, I think this is the correct term). I also thought they are applied, but I saw a video from LIV Watches, I think, where he did an oil fill mod on the Duro and there you can clearly see the back of the dial. But, again, nicely done, you can hardly tell they're not applied. And for the money, one can hardly complain!

[@Onemore59]

That is correct. I sat with the watchmaker when he changed my battery and installed a new crystal for me. It is surprising to see how small the movement is. It does the trick.

[@ardwickhouse]

Stamped.

[@TheMIKA900]

Small correction. It's a Miyota (Citizen) movement.

[@troynasello2085]

Crystal Times sells a sapphire crystal for this watch. I bought & installed it and it looks incredible. Blue AR.

[@Joe-yi8xj]

Part number on their site?

[@tornagawn]

Currently unavailable #COVID 19

[@edmund8954]

how much is it...?

[@TV-cb2zt]

How much is it?

[@redSectorA]

@@edmund8954 $37.95 US for a Low Double Dome

[@letsgobrandon8375]

I picked up this watch and a few coldsteel knives from your reviews and haven't been let down thank you SIR!!

[@nishantdavid]

Praise Jesus for an excellent review.

[@psalm2forliberty577]

Ya indeed, God Almighty IS the God of proper engineering. And the Casio Duro IS engineering excellence for the masses. God invented Time ("In the Beginning..." etc) and this helps us keep track of His invention !

[@jltrem]

So did Jesus write the review?

[@lawrencetendler2342]

The Casio Duro looks a lot like the famous Rolex Submariner, in fact if you were to combine / mix a Duro with a Rolex ,you would have a DUREX.

[@DanRC69]

Best comment, by far. 😂🤣

[@psalm2forliberty577]

Or a Rollo, or Rolexio - which sounds creepy to be sure.

[@Onemore59]

I have had mine for 5 years. I had the crystal replaced that is FLAT. I recommend that. 8 months later and I haven't chipped the bevel on the glass, which I did frequently. Bevelled or bubbled crystals are ridiculous. I see them and I know they stay pristine for one week.

[@eliaschahda1300]

I never considered buying this watch because it’s a quartz movement. Then I thought what a stupid reason not to buy it. I own one now and I honestly can’t stop wearing it. I wear it more than I wear any of my automatic watches. I wish I bought it sooner!

[@dudN8R]

Got mine for $11 at WalMart. It's great!

[@CIC-qm9zt]

After researching watches for the last three weeks, I decided that the incta pro diver was the watch for me. Then I watched a review of this watch yesterday, it's a no brainer. I like the idea of a quartz movement, and if I ever pluck up the courage, the Casio looks a good watch for modding. Am in the Uk, 57 pounds on amazon. What's not to like.

[@ChristianMoerk]

I’ve owned three; gave one to my dad and one to my best friend, kept one for myself. All three keep perfect time and never get babied. Just bought a $8 repair kit and a dozen batteries so mine will likely live out my days without any need ever to go see a watch repairman. Out of the 25+ watches in my collection box, which range from Weiss manual-wind Unitas to Seiko SKX009 through Georg Jensen and Ole Mathiesen to Baltic aquascaphe and Archimede 39mm Klassik, the Duro is the only one I know I can count on not to let me down, ever. And which watch can you confidently say that about? Thanks for a great review. People who haven’t experienced the common-sense pleasure of owning a less-than-$50 piece of issue and learning how it’s un-killable, easy to service by yourself, and enjoyed simply watching its well-thought out design don’t know what they’re missing.

[@Chunkerdunkers12]

Just received mine with a gold bezel. I can't wait to use it for everything

[@Crackity_Jones.]

Great watch. It got me back into watches last year. Now ive added the Orient Ray 2, Vintage Vostoks, Seiko, and a few others. Where will it end!

[@jimmy737]

It doesn't end its addictive

[@mosfet500]

I have the gold 'G' and the second hand lines up with all the indices. I bought it in August 2020 so maybe Casio fixed the alignment. You should see the gold if you haven't, it's beautiful!

[@jamesmcnary4939]

Honestly if the lume was better it would be my favorite watch! It looks good. I like the scratches my bezel has accumulated. I’m thinking about doing a lume mod.

[@cartoonpete407]

The markers aren't applied but stamped. Got the gilt version. Cool watch!

[@AzPauly]

I've had this Duro about 6 years, first one was similar age but got dropped on tile floor and shattered :(... on 3rd battery, worn daily in hospital setting, been diving, regular swimming, off-road motorcycling often and everything in between..un-beatable..! give G-Shock a run!

[@psalm2forliberty577]

Loving my new Casio Duro MDV-106 with Black Dial / Green Bezel + Casio Stainless bracelet ! If you need an "out of the box" fabulous looking Dive watch that needs no mod upgrades, this is the ONE ! I hate rubber straps so on my other 2 Duros (Std Black Dial + Blue Dial / Blue Bezel) I had to upgrade to the nice Stainless bracelets. On this, not needed. Casio bracelet is a perfect match - the only way you'll likely object is if you prefer the very heavy thick gauge "Submariner Replica"bracelet - those are $50 alone. So, this works & is BEAUTIFUL on the wrist. It manages to look equally dressy & sporty. How Casio can do this for $65 is beyond me, I'm just grateful they do ! The only 2 possible upgrades would be a domed sapphire crystal & the aforementioned heavy Submariner Replica bracelet l - those 2 mods costing about $90 extra. In any case OUTSTANDING VALUE, RUGGED PERFORMANCE & BEAUTY converge on your wrist !

[@spankyharland9845]

I have two Casio Duro's Black & Pepsi bezels, both on metal bracelets and as an added protection, I have protective glass covers on the mineral crystals just in case I run into any crystal damaging item the world has to offer- both look very luxurious on the metal bracelets, nice and big (easy to read with my old eyes) and you can put a variety of different bands on it to change the look- very nice accurate and affordable watch.

[@rogerauclair1670]

Great watch, I have the black and gold version on a black and grey “Classic Bond” NATO strap. I’m very happy with it but wish the second hand had the red tip like the all black Duro.

[@redSectorA]

Great watch, especially if you have a 7"+ wrist. I just spent the weekend swimming in the ocean with mine while my Orient Mako II stayed at home. I am on my second Casio Duro. I shattered the crystal and went right back to walmart and purchased another one about 4 years ago. I have the old one for parts. I could put a sapphire crystal in it but costs about the same to just buy a new watch and since it is a beater- sapphire is fairly easy to shatter. The second one actually fell off my arm due to a spring bar failure in the ocean last summer and I managed to catch it by incredible dumb luck. So, I ended up putting a Ritche 'bond' nato strap on it.

[@roadsjr08]

Bro, I got mine from Amazon, today. I am SO IMPRESSED!!! What the Hell is going on when a sub-$50 watch outperforms watches at like a $500+ price point???

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

Still good ?

[@Mike-kc8rl]

I have like countless thousands watched you talking knives ! This is the first time ive watched you talk Watches and this is a classic and you like me have paid a lot more to get less from a watch ? I use mine to heck too and its got more wrist compliments than any watch ive owned ! People cant believe its a Casio? Thats a real supprise to some !!

[@billkallas1762]

I've had my Duro two years now, and just replaced the battery. I also just ordered my second Duro. I'm not a fan of the rubber watch band, because I don't dive. I replaced mine with a Bond type NATO.

[@tornagawn]

Got one in black, gold trimmed, on its way. (I already have a Pagani Submariner homage with a Seiko NH35 movement, Sapphire crystal & display back with a blue bevel, so no need for blue...,)

[@wj0067]

Just got mine, wanted one before the Marlin goes bye bye with the new 2021 models. My sync issues are 2 to 7 ish. And it's about $70-75 Canadian on Amazon Canada. Will be getting a Nato for it though asap.

[@dennisjohansson5716]

Just ordered one :D quite excited!

[@bitchoflivingblah]

I have had it for a week and checked the time against the atomic clock - and it hasn't lost a single second in a week - WOW. I'm going to mod mine with an Omega Planet Ocean orange bezel and a Omega Planet Ocean leather strap. Not an homage or rip-off I just love the colour orange.

[@J__HUTTON]

I didn't realise I needed that watch ⌚ but I do now great video I have ran a g shock for the past 3 years and love it will get this to add to my rotation

[@Repeatpeteva]

Nice watch! Pretty sure the movement is not in house. Either Miyota, Seiko or Epson.

[@TheMIKA900]

Yup, Miyota.

[@wiriantoprimawan2122]

Miyota for sure

[@chrisp.5272]

Sweet I was expecting 6-10 years. I’ve had mine a few months. Casio Duro utilizes a Miyota Quartz movement, so basically best of both worlds. Casio and The Citizen Group. 🤙🏼 It’s the best $50 dive watch no doubt, I rotate mine with a Promaster Eco-Drive “Limited Edition Unite the Blue” and a Casio MRW-200H with the Miyota 2035 Quartz movement.

[@charlesgraham9954]

i got one and put a metal band on it, i wear it work every day, it takes a beating and keeps on beating. dolla for dolla u can't beat a Casio.

[@SlapShotRegatta22]

I know it's said constantly, but at 40mm it would be an absolute killer. Please, please, please Casio!!

[@jhors7777]

Thanks for posting this helpful video

[@ccooper8040]

Love my Duro. Only wish the battery lasted longer. I get only about 18 months with a quality battery.

[@michaelsigman8942]

DONT get into watches. Your spouse and wallet will thank you.

[@abdalabinladen]

Don't start collecting Vostok! Stay away!!! Far away!!!!

[@michaelsigman8942]

Seiko. Sigh.

[@Harleyglide03]

Too late.

[@ToyoteroMundial]

I have about 15 watches. All afordable: Casio, Timex, Pagani Design, wenger, Swiss Army, etc. It's too much. But I still want more....

[@Hirnlego999]

Had 7, downsized to 4, 3 of them Casio solar and one Fossil. No more. Just noooo more.

[@JohnMPavin]

I am picking 1 up today. I have lots of Casio, Seiko and Rolex. I am getting tired of paying so much just to have automatic watches cleaned.

[@kevinhaynes9091]

Very nice video. BluShark do several different NATO straps. The thickness and finish on yours is perfect. Do you remember whether your strap is from the AlphaShark, AlphaPremier, or Orca range? A serial number would be perfect if you have. Many thanks, and keep up the good work.

[@TheApostleP]

Kevin Haynes This one is an Orca.

[@kevinhaynes9091]

@@TheApostleP Thank you.

[@warplanner8852]

Thank you for the good review video. No flash or staccato used car salesman hype. Like Jackson Webb: Just the facts! Two things: I am astounded that that Duro is your "every day" watch! It is immaculate! Also, the blue Duro - I own one - is incredibly beautiful. ..oh yes, mine loses 4 seconds per month. I will NEVER buy an automatic watch!

[@lou5043]

Amazing value.

[@Flyingwalrus42]

Indeed!

[@BHILHUNTERGAMING]

Great Content.

[@MrR2185]

Just picked up a Duro in black dial with green bezel and for the money it is fantastic. The case finishing is impressive at the price. The dial is crisp and so is the bezel, which lines up well with the dial indices. I sold off my original "beater" in the form of an Invicta Pro Diver 9937 because I found the quality sub par, bad bezel insert that did not line up with the dial, at all, terrible screw down crown and case finishing( the SW200 movement was excellent , though). This Casio will be my beater, but I love it more than a beater should be loved because itr is endearing for how little it cost($50 at Walmart). Casio is an amazing watch brand and greatly under appreciated.

[@richardmcginnis5344]

i just got mine and wore it for the day then the same night i bought it i ordered a black and grey nato strap for it now its sitting waiting for the strap to get here from amazon

[@mickeyjohnson1137]

After changing the batteries three times, do you recall if it affected the water resistance?

[@katolik_militan]

It really beats seiko in accuracy? I have to get one

[@commentingaccount122]

Love the strap, what strap is that I missed it if you mentioned in the video

[@TheApostleP]

commentingaccount122 it’s an Orca from BluShark.

[@tomasinacovell4293]

Crap just for the shortened stem-tube threading, it will wear out the crown threading and fail in time, plus it's not going to seal because it can't compress against the crown's own seal.

[@tboneitsallgood6757]

I just ordered one!!!!!!! Thanks

[@bryanstone654]

I picked one up on clearance at wally. 11 bucks.

[@gheorghebarsan5220]

Respect ❤👍

[@oddjob7821]

Got to say I hate those lumed pips unless they are recessed they are so easy to knock off

[@mariozee899]

Nice watch...i have it but with steel strap.

[@firecat2465]

Hello people, so my watch (same one as on screen) has its third dile jammed or something, don’t know how it happened but I need some knowledge on how to fix it

[@remykhaidir]

What strap u use

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

Length of the strap?

[@messmeister92]

I am not into watches (my stainless Apple Watch is the only one I need) but ROB is it good to see you making content besides knife sales! Keep em coming. You got me into the Sebenza and the 940, maybe you’ll get me into another watch, too. 😂

[@arnaldo_bittencourt]

For me only G-SHOCKS are able to resist everyday incidents!

[@jameswcollett]

I wonder what this watch would look like bead-blasted.

[@apm9475]

What you get is a great watch , at great value. But it's just too big.

[@citygreek1553]

$100.00 watch, $500.00 knife ?

[@minimalisthealth]

That watch has taken quite a licking and kept on ticking!

[@magolandia1]

It´s a Casiotizen

[@rdietz68]

And it was so....And what was so? Casio MDV106 review...

[@oddjob7821]

Not so cheap in the uk

[@Dukelikestonukeonbubes]

Why do you keep saying vanted are you German or something lmao. JA FRANZ DAS IST DIE PANZER EIN SCHWEAR DU JESUS SEHR GUTE SEHR GUTE DANKE

[@armandocosta7961]

NOW THE CASIO DURO LOST THE VALUE,DOES NOT HAVE THE MARLIN!

[@armandocosta7961]

@Daniel Cloete read again what I wrote,it seems you didn't understand!

[@deepb249]

Long boring video

[@TheApostleP]

Thank you very little.

[@joesifford5540]

He lost me at lord and savior............. seriously?!?

[@mdoyle403]

I have attached guess that you are not American? I ask because as a European I also find it odd how Americans have to wedge their religious opinion into all manor of areas, if it was not such a dangerous and distructive force in the world we all have to share I would not mind. Until then I think it was a good review and it's sold me on this watch so I guess that's what I'll take from this vid

[@steved3387]

Don't be silly Joe. Leave a constructive comment next time.

[@funvids6377]

My God is bigger than your God

[@WizardBallz]

its also so quiet i can't hear it tick like other cheapos