Installing the SKXMod Metal Case and Bracelet on the Casio AE1200 'Casio Royale'

[@Backtoreality4u]

Looks awesome, but the price is crazy. All in all a great upgrade.

[@lulul]

the big advantage of this kit is that it transforms a sort of disposable watch into something that lasts. it's always the case that gets worn out or the lugs break or the acrylic crystal becomes too scratched, the module is sort of a forever lasting thing. with this kit you get a digital watch that won't need a battery change for more than 10 years and a case to match the same sort of lifespan. stainless steel and sapphire crystal is all you need and this also has a scratch resistant coating on it. it's also cheaper than $200 and you can get only the case for much less. the only thing it needs is a pair of matching sandblasted nato strap adapters.. also there aren't that many well build digital watches, there used to be the pulsar pw3003 or pw3001 but it's been long discontinued.. a casio a1000 is $150 so the price is not that out there for this mod. it's not cheap for sure but it might not be unjustified..

[@myhandlewastakenandIgaveup]

I just picked up a hamilton PSR (@ a super steep discount. They had it at a local department store on clearance and I waited until it was sub $250.) and this watch with this mod strikes me as that same “high class” retro vibe. My one gripe with this mod is they kept the writing in the case.

[@dephekt_]

@@myhandlewastakenandIgaveup Worth noting (for you or someone reading this comment) they offer "sanitized" versions of the case now without any writing. Just bought one a month ago and received it today (which is why I'm here watching how to take it apart properly).

[@myhandlewastakenandIgaveup]

@dephekt_ I am glad they added them. I asked about one during my order process but they weren't available at launch. I still love mine and it's my goto travel watch.

[@TheSimTetuChannel]

This really makes it look like a premium JDM version of the Casio Royale.

[@justinw2232]

Love mine. I opted for just the case.

[@garyweber8201]

I went with the bronze case & FKM rubber strap. Look sharp and the bronze is already starting to get a nice patina. I'm now a huge SKMMOD fan.

[@AlphaRomeoOneFive]

​@garyweber8201 did you order the FKM strap from SKX? If so was the strap tapered down from the case? I'm thinking that's the route I'm going to go if it's tapered but it's hard to tell from their photos

[@garyweber8201]

@@AlphaRomeoOneFive Yes I did order my FKM strap from SKX and it does taper down from 24.5mm down to 18.4mm. Also has the solid bronze buckle to match the case itself.

[@AlphaRomeoOneFive]

@@garyweber8201 Awesome! Thanks for the answer and help!

[@jmartin2778]

I bought a Casio Tri-graph with a metal case back in the '80's and it's still cranking right along. Other than battery changes, it has never failed. If you are looking for a "one-and-done" watch, the metal upgrade may last you decades and that makes the $$ uplift much less of a factor.

[@7775Kevin]

This was a very enjoyable video! I have no plans to drop $200 for the kit but you never know. I do love my Casio Royale. Thanks for the entertainment and for your enthusiasm.

[@MiamiCali706]

I love the look of the Royale. And this is like the icing on the cake for me. Something I'd like to travel with and not having it feel cheap. I believe it's worth a couple hundred bucks to upgrade it. Come on. People spend insane amounts of money on watches that do half as much than this watch does.

[@paulclifton655]

You took too many links out of one side. I believe you removed 5 links in all…….4 from one side and 1 from the other. Go back and add a link from the long side to the shorter side. It will not only look better but fit better also. Nice upgrade!

[@kini5000]

I just love how they kindly placed a protective plastic film over a SAPPHIRE crystal😅

[@antimatt_r]

Here comes Shabazz to activate my gear lust as soon as I run out of spending money. Always right on time. My black Royale hasn't been getting much wrist time

[@Larry-gs8gb]

This looks surprisingly easy ,I was sure it was going to be a" Royale " pain to do.

[@4034miguel]

It was a Royale joy indeed. Thank you very much

[@zumalot]

Good job, Nick. Looks good. I was actually wearing my $20.00 cheap version with gold or bronze looking plastic and rubber strap. Love the Royale.

[@justinw2232]

I have one on a Vario cinnamon brown strap. Amazing! The extra weight of the new case feels so natural.

[@spicydragon3881]

I've been looking at this kit and was looking at the Vario straps for it, was thinking about putting on a black Vario. How do you like that strap? Any regrets?

[@justinw2232]

@@spicydragon3881So far so good. I am pleased with the quality of the Vario leather strap.

[@spicydragon3881]

@@justinw2232 Thanks so much, good luck with it and wear it well

[@XFS540]

How long did it take to arrive?

[@mcdus78]

Very nice. Time to order the kit and enjoy this beauty.

[@jamesryan4270]

Enjoyed the way you presented the changes. I like the watch with the upgrades.

[@mahiko1961]

can you still go through security at the airport without it beeping so you have to remove it each and every time you travel? im a crewmember and this is the best advantage of this watch, it does not trigger the security alarm. i will keep mine in the original form.

[@lacanian_lifter]

What happens when a high-tier mod kit meets an iconic but ineluctably cheap-feeling watch? Looking forward to finding out!

[@runrin_]

surprised to say i prefer the unmodified watch. the fishish is brighter and the black bezel looks nice.

[@MrLlama999]

It is coated plastic vs metal if that sways you.

[@runrin_]

@@MrLlama999 its just that I think the original looks nicer. its clearly cheaply made, but i prefer how it looks. the black bezel and brighter finish suits it better imo.

[@kini5000]

You can get the metal case with black bezel also.

[@ThatDruidDude]

Yea but the silver coating starting to fade on the edge around 2 year use. But the low price justifies getting a new one, and choose different colours.

[@Aetila]

A twist...I have Skmei watch that looks like the AE1200 so I could put that into a metal case...I really love that case.

[@Zachary6500]

I love the AE1200. It is without a doubt my favourite digital watch. Not by any means perfect-- but excellent nonetheless. Part of me wants to someday buy this mod kit, but I have a feeling that if I were to do so, Casio would inevitably smarten up and start selling a new version with a stainless steel case, sapphire crystal and superior wristband (for a far better price). To rub salt in the wound, they'd probably add backlight button delay and features from the AE1300 such as the ability to have multiple individual timers.

[@anthonymiller8979]

Nicecase but toobad it says World Time and Illuminator on the front. I would have liked a clean case

[@steven3379]

I spent 170.00 for a solid bronze Kraniodesign case with a Sapphire crystal without buttons, so this is a definite go for me! Also I have a Tag Formula 1 two tone quartz watch that retails for 2000.00 usd, it uses a Ronda quartz movement that sells for about 40.00 bucks... 😏.... There are many quartz watches in the 300.00 to 2000.00 range with a Swiss movement in them. This mod is a easy buy!

[@justinw2232]

You won't be disappointed. Got my new case in the mail today. Just finished putting it together.. feels tough as nails! The weightier feel is definitely nicer.

[@TFOtwr]

Exactly this. If you have ever bought a Seiko movement you know that all their watches up to, say, 600 dollar only have a 40 dollar movement inside... Never heard any complaints on that.

[@Andrew-zr1jt]

Hi Nick , I like a lot casio royale , I got two right now.I just want to thank you for showing this mod ,I knew this guy knonw as Kranio who makes this kind of thing but yours have a better price ,Im gonna have a look on one of those steel cases , thanks

[@BeeSawd]

Wearing my TI-Bezel-modded-G-Shock while watching this video! Love my Casio Royale but haven't worn it in forever, seems like the mod that'd get it back on the wrist.

[@zeroed4x]

This is the best video for the Casio Royal SKX Mod installation. Thanks for the accurate step by step. It was so easy after watching this.

[@smuglord9903]

you should do gun accessory reviews because id watch that, reviews on grips, rails, third pirty parts you switch out with the original, small sights because optics are expensive af, i havnt seen any channels that do reviews for gun parts and accessories in your style and i think its sorely needed.

[@NickShabazz]

I appreciate that, but no passion for me there, alas.

[@Dr_Doe]

Next... Full Titanium Casio Royale. C'mon SKXMOD!!

[@zeroed4x]

Thanks for another great review Nick. I own two AE1200's and a DW291 which this kit also fits. The bend over price keeps me from buying even one. Too bad.

[@clintonlewis1261]

Nice, my favorite watch brand 👍.

[@teriday954]

Original or modified....a fantastic watch!!

[@UnburdenedByWhatHasBeen]

I wonder if you can switch the clasps and use the signed clasp on the solid bracelet

[@brokenchains]

I believe that new bracelet can fit the Q Timex as well

[@elektron2kim666]

I feel for doing this with the glossy version and a glossy white thing in there with the module. I don't like the Royale much, but really started to use my DW-291H on the side and it's almost the same as far as I know now. On the SKX website it's messy to just buy the specific items we want (without being forced to add a ton) and I didn't want to continue to play with it there now with my tight budget. I could have bought a case for now and basically got scared off. I have 4-5 hobbies to throw money at anyway and started to mod the DW-291H as I don't like the all-black Casio's either. Maybe next year or I sell some of my stuff locally to fund the SKX idea.

[@FootballForever61]

Was the skxmod strap larger than the strap that already comes on Casio ?

[@BulldogBadger]

Modding it looks easier than taking links out of the original bracelet 🤷‍♂️🤣🤣🤣

[@nathanaelsmith3553]

Makes sense if you already own a royale and gotten it beaten up.

[@boisdog]

I must say that it looks great but I don't see the point of a $200 mod to a $28 digital watch.

[@sanjsharma8184]

"Logic goes out of the window when modding a watch" - JMOW Jody

[@jamesR1990]

Does this you have LBWr to go with LBH? 😆 Thanks for the review Nick I didn't even know this was a thing, nor would I have even considered such a thing. Great content as always

[@davidbreitwieser3591]

I would love a cheap metal body made out of Chinese pop metal for all I care, paying 200$ is crazy for it too honestly look the exact same. But I do love the all metal ae1200

[@Cudaman1157]

Aliexpress has a $70 ish metal upgrade for the square Gshock. Hopefully they make one for the casio royal.

[@davelynch4016]

Great vid, Nick - thanks! Any reason you would take 4 links from one side rather than two from each side of the clasp?

[@NickShabazz]

Just to adjust where the clasp sits on my wrist.

[@pauljosephbuggle3722]

The glass is Sapphire and the black case has a very durable paint finish. I think I'll go for the black case and put a rubber strap on. Or maybe I'll do nothing as my Casio Royale arrived today and I'll have to see if I like it enough.

[@starkparker16]

I would only use cheese to mod a Royale.

[@egilskronbergs9846]

Name suggestion: "Ro-yaaale with Cheese". Spending your hard-earned cheese, that is!

[@myhandlewastakenandIgaveup]

Dang it. I will eventually be doing this.

[@stujo718]

Love it…..& you’re back👍. Have all these, already thinking black plastic strap? Casio clasp? 😍😍.

[@foxtochopkun4438]

Great guide to install this mod! Looking forward to buy one of this! What size is your wrist? I wonder if mine is too small to order the metal bracelet...

[@nyanates]

18:54 - He mentioned 6.25” in the video.

[@yanikem6655]

Great video. It’s a compliment but you sound like Peter Griffin on helium!

[@ergezinger]

We are headed to a world, in which, Metalcomplex will be putting a ZircaTi case on his G-Shock.

[@FantasticOtto]

On their site they have both the matte and the polished version. Neither looks ideal imo. The matte still looks like plastic, while the polished version is too blingy. I wish they had one that combined different and more subtle finishes for a more refined look.

[@Aetila]

Yeah, it was hard to see that it was metal, they should use a brushed metal case.

[@GrantJackson70USD]

I have several $200 watches with a $20 Seiko NH35 movement. I’m actually thinking this mod is worth the money. I’m just trying to decide which options to go with.

[@Toretto16]

Can you buy somewhere only the case for this watch? It doesn't have to be from metal, the plastic one is good enough. If yes, please send me a link. I have this watch but the case is scratched and I want to give it a new shine. Thanks!

[@Tbarrr91]

why no blue loctite on the watch screws ?

[@vernonthompson7695]

You gotta be from New Jersey!!!

[@julessam8725]

Just so happened to wear my royale while watching this… kind of considering the kit now…

[@bobsmithinson2050]

Cool kit, but unless you got big wrists, this makes the Royale WAY too big

[@iRDude415]

Crazy coincidence, I just got my mod kit an hour ago as well! (But for the CasiOak lol)

[@nathski22]

From SkxMods too? Been weighing up my options for a Casioak too

[@beaurex4756]

Link to the mod kit?

[@beaurex4756]

Link to the mod kit?

[@Louiscare]

Somehow when held next to eachother, the metal one doens't look nicer yet when on wrist, it very noticeably does.

[@Costinmusca]

27:35 - The ultimate form of the Casio Royale - the Super Sayan AE-1200.. 😆😆😆

[@jtmoore662]

Any one ever tell you that you could probably do a Mark Twain voiceover for Audiobook?

[@unclassified63]

Hi nice video,Would you know what size bumper would fit on the new mod as its slightly larger than the original.

[@emmanuelcaturla3702]

Hi Nick, how can I buy the metal bezel upgrade kit for the Casio Royale? I've already modified my black AE1200WH. I want to upgrade my other Royale. By the way, I'm based here in the Philippines. I like the upgraded Casio Royale. I hope to do the modifications myself as what I have done to my 5600s. I hope SKX can send me 1 upgrade kit.😊 Thank you so much!

[@michaelmelling9333]

Pretty cool!

[@stevena.simmons3203]

Where do I get this??

[@canadianwatchmonkey3992]

I think this is great!

[@hoo_jii]

I like this kind of content very much. Nick is the best!

[@maharshiagrawal2364]

can I get the metal frame in India?!!

[@DanielePais]

I wonder if this is a 360 stainless steel ...this looks a bit like an alloy

[@In.New.York.I.Milly.Rock.]

The folded steel on the Royale bracelet is disgusting looking, so this is a much welcome upgrade. I'll check the pricing to see if it's worth going on this adventure with mine! Cheers, Nick!

[@udinsalam4751]

beautiful!!

[@9unslin9er]

Why did you buy the Silver (more expensive) AE1200 over the regular black one, if you were just going to swap out the case/band anyway?

[@XFS540]

Well, one justification could be that different models come with different colorway configurations on the faceplate. For example, the model with the bracelet has all white text on the faceplate whereas the all black model with the resin strap has all white as well, but the “10 YEAR BATTERY” portion is in red. Also, I think even the color/tint of the digital display can vary as well with one or two models.

[@damacknificent151]

Yikes, $200 bracket on a $20 watch. I can't do that. Good for you though 👏 looks 👌

[@davidmarshall7752]

Looks like the sabbatical isn't taking-- backlog, or you just couldn't stay away ?

[@NickShabazz]

One a week *is* a sabbatical!

[@zeroed4x]

How about a follow up review ????????????

[@MeanithNopnem]

Mind me if I ask what’s the difference?

[@bryanbeckett869]

Questions I want to know before I buy: How does the black bezel look on the silver case? I think the silver case and silver bezel looks way worse. How’s the water resist after this mod? Can I switch the Original Casio clasp in on this bracelet, or is the finish too different?

[@tkindschi]

Not being a real fan of digital watches....this is not for me. I do own a Casio Royale, and it's a "mow the lawn" beater for me. Upgrading to full steel doesn't really make sense. But if I wore and loved the watch every day? Yeah, it seems like something I would be interested in. (I watched only because I like watching Nick in action. Yeet!) ;)

[@mercster]

Why do you need a watch while you're mowing the lawn? You don't really mow the lawn, do you. 😏

[@deanisplemoni]

Is there a version of the casing without the text?

[@genob3572]

I'm pretty sure you get this all the time but it's like if Peter Griffin was into watches!!!!

[@andressaldarriaga6980]

Good evening, where can I buy it?

[@beebait1464]

Let me know when they have an F-91W metal case mod. I would pay for it.

[@sanjsharma8184]

A158? Granted it's still a resin case but has the look 😊

[@terrydanks]

Followed this with real interest. But, after hearing the price, I became a lot more demanding! Still tempted but sure wish they had eliminated the cheesy "World Time" and "Illuminator" lettering. For the price I could buy, just "fer instance," an entire non-plastic Seiko chronograph like the SBTR017. Think I'll pass.

[@Paul-oz5er]

I don't hear any beep anymore...😮

[@bbishop2009]

Was wondering about that. The plastic may allow more speaker volume than the beefy metal.

[@xeno057]

Did you just yeet yeet?

[@andreleverettejr3747]

Sir if your not from New York I'm going to be really shocked lol

[@alexlilano1931]

I don’t know if I will do this mod. Needs more polish parts and stamp clasp seemed outdated. I did get the GMWB5000 G Shock. My wife thinks it weird that I like it so much. Nostalgia plays a part. She loves my Omega. It is running .2 second a day which is better than some of quartz with ten years service intervals. Omega did something right with the coaxial. I get mechanical watches more. I’m wearing something really nice everyday.

[@TradingMaven777]

how to get this kit in Indore, India..

[@mtwhatley3253]

I love the accent reminds me of the jerky boys.

[@Wetangle]

Extra 200 for what is still a 30 dollar watch! Crazy

[@piquetuk]

This makes absolutely no sense at all. I bought it immediately, love a metal Casio.

[@bbishop2009]

With highly durable lugs. Should last a long time

[@b16crxt]

Damn I was considering this until you said $200. 😳

[@solid_snake_87]

can you sent me a link to buy this mod? thank you

[@PerroDelCielo]

will it work with non royale version, with the normal black pastic one?

[@mercster]

It will work with all AE-1200... it only uses the movement and the caseback. They're all "Casio Royales"... so yes if you have the all plastic one, this kit will work.

[@ianmedium]

It does look great and I do have the original however, I just got for a bargain price an NOS G-Shock Wademan from the Master of G range for less than this conversion and I have the Royal as well, much better use of my hard earned, two great watches for the price of this kit. But I am impressed with the quality of it.

[@chronocommander007]

Are the supplied gaskets the same thickness as the original gasket?

[@XFS540]

The SKX gaskets are a little thicker.

[@chronocommander007]

@@XFS540 Yes, I have found that out by now.

[@rikard1414]

Yes im always here for Casio, Victorinox and Mora.

[@mayurabhane]

Buying link?

[@fakenewsisthenews3542]

Hey wise guy

[@bigbadstretch13yrago]

$200.00usd is the price that Nick states this is being asked for this mod set…

[@julesaylamalindog1873]

how to order?

[@FAISAL-yh9mq]

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