The Stunning $75 Casio 'Aqua Terra'!

[@lefizz55]

About 7 years ago I built a custom Scuba dude 710 Vostok for my Dad. It stopped ticking 5 years later so I went into Corte Ingles here in Spain and saw this watch in black. I've always love the Aqua Terra so I got him it as a Christmas present, gorgeous watch for I think €100 I paid. He loved it and wore it constantly until his untimely death from Covid last April. I think he might have been buried with it, I don't know because of the travel restrictions I could not go to the funeral. I really need to buy one because I love the watch and because of sentiment attachment to it.

[@GodIsInHisHeaven]

Casio is amazing at quartz, alignment is always sublime

[@Mister_Phafanapolis]

I've had a few "Swiss" quartz movements that had absolutely atrocious alignment. Those boys in Geneva put out battery powered watches with distain and disgust.

[@ianbutler1983]

Yes. $20 Casio-aligned perfectly. $800 Seiko-misaligned.

[@mikesmith5389]

@@Mister_Phafanapolis absolutely spot on just like that second hand 👍

[@GodIsInHisHeaven]

@@ianbutler1983 I just don't know how Seiko can mess up so badly, considering they absolutely dominate the domestic market here in Japan. Even small microbrands that get made in China quite often have better QC than 'Made in Japan' Seikos...It's mind boggling. I wonder if Casio ever moved into the automatic side how they would hold up?.....

[@GodIsInHisHeaven]

@@Mister_Phafanapolis That's interesting to know, I will steer clear

[@TheContreOfficialSkateboarding]

If Casio made automatics, it would be game over for the rest of affordable companys 😂😂

[@jeffjacobson59]

Honestly, they would give Orient and Seiko a run for their money.

[@Anxiathy]

Who knows, now that Seiko has left an affordable vacuum in the market with their recent price hikes Casio may seize the opportunity.

[@FroschBube]

A mechanical Casio would be amazing.

[@AK-rq1cz]

They need to, the bigger legacy manufacturers have gotten lazy in their QC, particularly Seiko. Casio does it right or they don't do it at all, I watched a video on their G Shock torture factory, no wonder they have the reputation they do, few companies stick to the practices Casio does.

[@arnaldo_bittencourt]

Impossible compete with Chinese brands like Parnis, Pagani Design, Bliger, Lige.... They all make good automatics at a incredible price.

[@TheTonyspoons]

+ 100m with screw down crown + Great proportions + Great looks + Accurate Once the crystal is a bit busted up switch it out for Sapphire and this is all the watch you will ever need. Outstanding. Keep this sort of content coming on the channel, there are too many watch 'lovers' fixated on automatics 👍

[@AFCAWorldBodybuildingArchive]

The second hand hitting all markers made me feel surprisingly good. It CAN be done after all ❤🙏

[@DesmondSG]

Yeah can be done, but I feel it's quite a hit and miss yeah?

[@NathanChisholm041]

@@DesmondSG My Citizens all hit the marks! Especially the Skyhawk range...

[@fbcpraise]

@@DesmondSG yeah. My Duro misses every mark.

[@tak178]

I got this in August 2019 from Amazon. After the $25 gift card I had, this watch cost me $5. The best $5 I've ever spent. I wear this piece as a beater, and it's fantastic.

[@subsilkdj]

Edifice is a great range, I had a black chronograph for a while....picked it up for £50 new ... Changed out the strap and it looked and felt like something 3x the price apart from the lume like yours. The seconds hand on it also hit every single marker - I think Casio have got the QC spot on with this range.

[@michaelhargis7036]

I'll never give up on or be shamed of my love of quartz movements. This is a fabulous watch. I've always been a Casio fan. Great review Jody, I enjoyed it. Thanks.

[@rohitraphael]

Got the black dial 40mm with leather strap (efv 100L) for under 60$... Immediately swapped the black and grey bond nato I had lying around on it, now it looks awesome. The ticking is as mentioned much more audible especially when I compared to my duro marlin, which is almost 100% silent. But nowhere near as audible as my weekender. It wears so well and the bond nato is the best option for strap with this one imho.

[@MyAffordableWatchCollection]

It has been on my list ever since I even had a list, you've just bumped it up a few spaces up the list!

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

Ha! Deserves to be on your list, it is a really nice one overall.

[@MyAffordableWatchCollection]

@@JustOneMoreWatch I still need to decide between the 35mm and the 40mm 🤔

[@maciejrucinski5163]

@@MyAffordableWatchCollection My advice - 40mm. Perfect dimentions Aviv👍

[@trtmrt2203]

I've bought 110D model with the black dial version for 85$. Very happy with it. The white dial 35mm model easily to find for 75$.

[@trtmrt2203]

@@MyAffordableWatchCollection I adore my 35mm model. Perfect for a 6,5 inch wrist.

[@markgrieves1307]

Thank you Jody, another great video. You bought the 100 in white and I bought the smaller 110 in black. It is a superb watch. Currently the blue dial 110 is available in the UK for as little as £52GBP. The black seems to be the most popular and more expensive but I don't remember paying a lot. It's about all the watch you'll ever need but that then defeats the idea of just one more watch. Maybe I need the white one for when it's summertime and shorts weather here......hmm!

[@czguy3045]

Honestly, this watch is so nice... I mean, I obviously prefer automatics/mechanical watches but ignoring the guts, I could easily live with this as my only watch. There are several Seikos and Steeldive/Watchdive/Addiesdive in the general price range that do many things well but I think if I had to have one single watch under $125 to wear every day... I think I'd be pretty tempted to keep my white EFV-100. I don't hate the bracelet though I did brush mine out, but I wear it on a very dark brown distressed leather strap. I have the white and the black 100s. Also had a blue 100 that I gave away and had one of the smaller a black 110s that I also gave away. I'm in no way saying the Casio is the equal of the Omega or the SARB, but for the price... it's a great combination. I paid $60 for the black one and $29 for the white one. Add another $20 to $30 for a better strap or band and I think it is really hard to beat for that $100.

[@leepenney6104]

+1 on swapping out the crystal and trying some alternative bracelets/straps, this could be an awesome GADA on a budget.

[@pdmotors5027]

You can’t believe how happy I am to see you finally reviewing an Edifice model. I know normally they are not your cup of tea, but I am sure there are many of us out here that are huge fans of both the Edifice and Oceanus range. Nice review.👍

[@artiya4u]

I love that the second hand hit all the mark.

[@lundsweden]

This is a great little watch, very comfortable. Bracelet is a weaker point, but it is very comfortable (as long as your wrist is the right diameter, I guess).

[@Jaycelestra]

So glad that the edifice is given some love here! Might wanna check the edifice oak EFR-101D-7AVUDF... another great budget watch! CHEERS 🥂!

[@michaliswainston-harrison2905]

One of my favourite watches in my collection! I have the smaller version of the blue dial and I love it. I'm always slapping it on the wrist - so comfortable and looks great! I've actually gotten compliments for it! Which I don't usually get! Great video!

[@derbagger22]

Hey ETA, Miyota, Timex...look at how Casio does a quartz movement. It was so soothing to watch the second marker nail EVERY SINGLE MARKER. It does seem every Casio is this good. I'm looking online now ...

[@grady60]

To be fair Casio does use Miyota

[@squee116]

I have a black face version of this, and another Edifice, and neither nail the seconds every time. He just got lucky.

[@Edgaros]

It isn't though. I have an analogue casio and i know...

[@derbagger22]

Seems like the reviewers are getting lucky

[@shaharyarsheikh5291]

My casios have been mostly aligned well enough which is great considering the price and the poor alignment on more expensive offerings. Casio QC is pretty decent and I am not aware of any Seiko like chapter ring issues.

[@NubletPie278]

And to think people pay over double this for an MVMT

[@bruceleroy8063]

If Casio wanted to sink some dough into marketing they could smash them into oblivion

[@bestvaluewatches]

The style of this watch is great. Really nice that they have tried to make the bracelet more comfortable despite it having folded links. Gotta love Casio Watches

[@Zanpaa]

That bracelet seems like a great way to make an inexpensive bracelet that isn't cheap.

[@stusims6567]

A name brand quality watch at a bargain price? That’s enough to make a true Scotsman jump for joy! Great review as always Jody!!!

[@kas7777]

I don't know what it is with Casio, I just love them. By far my all time favourite watch manufacturer. Other than G-shocks, I own tonnes of casio watches, some are nearly 2 decades old

[@robedmunds7163]

My enthusiasm for KZbin channels comes and goes, but you are a constant Jody, watch and enjoy every one. Cheers.

[@dis6wood]

Been a minute since I’ve picked up a watch. Casio knows what’s up

[@botezsorinconstantin]

I have it on 38 mm, with yellow second hand and I put a yellow silicon strap on it! It look amasing! Thank you for the review Jodi!

[@johndoyle1969]

Nice to see an affordable quartz watch on the channel. Thank you for the video 👍🏼

[@ebin2868]

Recently got this watch with the white dial and yes the hype is real. This thing is an absolute beauty and extremely comfortable and lightweight to wear and you instantly forget that it's on your wrist. Only negative as the reviews suggest are the bracelet and I initially thought about replacing them with another steel bracelet but then it's no longer light weight. Because of the white dial I can use any colour leather, nato or rubber strap and match it for any occasion. The second hand hits the indices perfectly and is kind of expected from a Casio, all my Casio's do that impeccably.

[@markbyrum4743]

Nice! It's a far cry from the series of Casio digital watches I used to go through in the 1989's. Each would last a few months before the strap tore or buckle broke or the face got scratched and I'd toss the old one, spend $30, and start afresh with a new model with new bells and whistles (calculator, outdoor temperature, split lap timing, etc). Good vid. Keep at it!

[@vojtachudoba2495]

Back in the day, when I went to the watch store, just to look at some nice analog Casios I tried this one, but walked out the store with the EFR-S107D on bracelet. It's like 8mm thin and has 100m WR too. BUT the case is so much better detailed. And the dial, oh boy. You have to try one Jody, trust me.

[@ublade82]

Those are beauties (And sapphire) too and a little bit better bracelet than EFV-100 I thought. The difference is wearability, the teal accents and case design are playful/sporty whereas EFV-100 is an all-around piece

[@scottlewis2372]

I picked up a blue one (with the lovely orange accents!) last year and ordered a blue rubber strap at the same time to push it even further toward the sporty end of the spectrum. I'm even more a bracelet snob than Jody so I knew I wouldn't be happy with it. It's one of my favorite summer watches. I'm looking forward to to the "upfitting" video. Thanks, Jody!

[@pkn5607]

Ordered the smaller black version eariler today and then stumbled across your video. Was really good to see a more recent vid as all the others are about a year old now. I have a smaller wrist and own a SARB035 which I love although sits a little high on the wrist. Really looking forward to having a smaller somewhat hybrid of SARB and Aqua Terra, two watches I really love. Keep up the great reviews!

[@christiaandenouden8848]

totally in love with the 35mm version. and i can't even hear him tick while sleeping with my watch on my wrist.

[@paulcarlton4832]

Flippin heck Jodie. Not had a Casio since I was a boy. Now I have a Duro, F91w, hunting a ae1200wh and now this ones on the list. I’ve sort of ran out of Crimbo money as well and birthdays not until November. Aha valentines 👍🏻😬.

[@OliverWadeGUE]

Got the smaller 110 version of this and its absolutely perfect.

[@matt-sm5eu]

I have the smaller 110D version of this watch with a blue dial. It's fantastic, and I absolutely love the 35/36mm sizing of it. It's my most worn quartz watch out of my whole collection. I love the fact that it has a screw down crown and if it came with sapphire glass, I think it would be one of the best quartz watches ever made at the price 😁😁

[@tunay2k]

Got myself my first automatic today a orient bambino V2 So glad to be part of this community!

[@petermulhall2564]

I've had this watch about a year or so and it's a lovely,lovely watch,goes well on a multitude of straps too,love it👍🏻

[@Tsweezey90]

I feel like a solar version of this would sell like hotcakes

[@martinc.720]

0:26 I tought he was going to say: “That’s it. Thanks for watching!” 😂

[@captbumbler5356]

if you fancy a solar style watch with white dial try " Charles Paris " French assembly watch. slightly more expensive but a nice watch I have had mine for a while going great

[@AK-rq1cz]

Yes, please. I'll also pay more for solar and titanium.

[@patrickriarchy6054]

Seiko has started to make some lower end solar dress watches for some reason. I think that most are around 1-150USD though.

[@jiasunzhang8001]

Citizen make this kind style echo-driver watch. And they are really not expensive.

[@jimmyschiel3863]

A Cyclops at the date would be a nice feature too. At least for us old blind guys. Very nice looking watch and great value.

[@ArnavSenguptaPlus]

I've just ordered mine from Amazon Germany. I had previously ordered the 35mm version black from Amazon Germany and I didn't mind paying custom on this. The watch is a gem. Can't wait to get the white one!

[@Thereal111t]

I picked up the white and the black juuust ahead of the curve. Sharp looking watch for sure! I think I’ll wear mine tomorrow.

[@andrewd7586]

It’s a looker! 👀👍🏼 Currently wearing Mission Impossible Ethan Hunt MEGA digital Casio🤪😎

[@franciscomoliner1296]

Hi Jody, I have the EFV-540 DY. Bought it online because I did not have any Casios or "all black" watches and liked the look of this one. Nice looks (even color matched date wheel), good construction and fair enough bracelet, for ca. 100€. Does get wrist time!

[@fergiet18]

Picked mine up last September from fleebay for £55. Great little watch, cheap, comfortable and second hand hits the markers. Just amazing what you can get without forking out much cash. Great review.

[@OmarZ77]

Also, you’re technically wearing an F1 watch. Edifice is AlphaTauri’s watch sponsor. And with those colors, it definitely looks like an AlphaTauri! Take that Richard Mille and Tag!

[@googolplex1]

The alignment is incredible for a $75 watch!

[@patrickriarchy6054]

Got the black and blue versions because I couldn't decide. I wanted something Aqua terra-ish but didn't want a direct homage like the Corgeut.

[@Zeeley01]

same here, good choice ( but decided to put a black leather strap on the black one....)

[@patrickriarchy6054]

@@Zeeley01 I was thinking about that as well.

[@B51608]

Same here ... black and blue.

[@chetbakerau]

Same here too. I was looking at the Corgeut but I didn’t feel comfortable that it was such a close homage to the Aqua terra. This appears to be a better watch.

[@patrickriarchy6054]

@@chetbakerau I like mine. I also like the fact that they're quartz.

[@dermotlawless2612]

A great watch, I have had the black face one about 3 years. It has been all over with me including in the dead sea thanks to the screwdown crown. A great watch with straps

[@KevW03]

Good, honest down to earth review. Well done Jody!

[@ryan_bitzer]

I was able to get the EFV-100L-1AVUEF last summer and the versatility is awesome since I wear it as a dress watch on the stock leather strap and a sports watch with a black NATO!

[@salty_terminal_civilian5374]

I was randomly watching videos and saw you had my EFV. Awesome watch, looks SUBLIME on a dark leather strap with white stitching.... try it.

[@adismahmic2685]

The fact that this has 100m of water resistance and some Hublo’s have only 50 for 100x the price

[@galiojusticejustice3191]

Hoo-blow

[@chrisloehr6641]

I watched a video on these watches back before Christmas 2019. At that time these were running like $40 or $50 on Amazon. I didn't pull the trigger figuring that I'd pick one up after the holidays. Then the price doubled and never came down. I sure regret hesitating since I still don't have one.

[@goofygoober3407]

I have one in Black for almost a year now. Very happy with my purchase. I will buy one in white and probably the blue one as well.

[@nicks8026]

Very handsome watch! I’ve come close to buying it at least half a dozen times.

[@nigelyeates8789]

Glad you finally took the hint :) I have had my black dial for over a year now and it is only 10 seconds adrift from when first set. Great watch worn every day. You didn't mention a case comparison with certain of the Rolex range! Trust me, you will not be disappointed with this purchase.

[@dsi76]

I have the black version and it is gorgeous. I have it on a black leather strap with white stitching. The shiny bezel can also be easily polished with Cape Cod polishing cloths. The only quartz analog watches I own are this one and the Invicta 8932ob.

[@locobenno9435]

I'm 'this close' to picking up my first Casio in 40-odd years thanks in part to your enthusiasm for the brand....but it won't be this one. Despite how good it looks, I'm going down the digi route. Cheers Jody!

[@tmf866]

I don't own any Casios and when I see a review of them I always say "yup, that looks great," and I proceed to not buy it. They look nice but I'm just rarely interested in wearing a quartz or digital watch. I decided a while back "it might be nice to own *one* digital watch" so I bought one for $10 on AliExpress and when it arrived I said "yeah, that's good" and have no real desire to buy another. As for a decent quartz in the "it's always ready, just pick it up and put it on" category, I have Citizen Eco Drive watches for the purpose, so again, Casio is close but doesn't take the prize.

[@Getouttahere78]

I had the EFA -122D-1A and it was an amazing watch for it's price. This one is great 👌 Thanks for the review Jody 👍

[@jmhxxivkt5331]

Had a fantastic DURO for several years, opted for a Tudor S&G, looks like it's time for another Casio as a banger. Thanks Jody, another great vid!

[@grady60]

Looking forward to your mod video, I would highly recommend popping it on a jubilee!

[@jamiewickett7989]

I have three edifice in my set, they are amazing value for money, generally very good build quality too. This one is gorgeous....just when I promised my wife I wasn’t going to buy one more watch! 😁. Cracking review Btw.

[@matttreerat8673]

Top review as always Jody. I managed to get this exact model a few weeks back here in the UK and it's a little beauty! Good luck to anyone in the UK trying to get their hands on this 40mm version. There are plenty of the smaller sized ones available, but I ended up getting mine shipped from Italy. The white dial 40mm version seems to be a bit harder to find in the UK. I agree the on the lume, slight ticking and the bracelet rattle. Bang for your buck it's worth it and I've had plenty of positive comments while wearing it.

[@erikbasil2787]

This was fun, but oh my gosh: I am very excited to hear about your plan to use it for a mod watch! It really is a great-looking watch (oh, to fantasize about them just putting some bright blue lume in that darn thing) and it will be really fun to see how it can be upgraded on a budget.

[@fredfour0]

Looking forward to this as well

[@jochenasel]

I own the black version since October 2019. Price back than 70€ at Amazon. The second hand of my watch hits all the markers too. If you OK with Quartz, this is all you need from a daily driver. It's always good to brows the Casio catalog!

[@oliverwiantrmerholme112]

I have been looking forward to this video and it finally dropped this morning here in Copenhagen. I reckon it would look great on a Tropic-style rubber strap, or some quality leather. I have a Pulsar watch which does a very similar job to this one - screw-down crown, quartz and beautiful dauphine hands, but in a moment of weakness i’d pick this one up in an instant, so I better watch out! 😅 Thanks for your videos - they make the lockdown much more enjoyable!

[@livedadyt10]

Hey Jody, nice review. My oldest sister was a professor at Cal Poly👌

[@glenmorrison3338]

Hi, Ive had the smaller model for over a year now and it gets a lot of wrist time. The strap is very comfortable despite seeming cheap. i call it an old style ‘explorer’

[@WatchWitt]

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo!! Nice shirt! Great looking Casio...I love that handset, and I’m a sucker for a clean white dial. Props to Casio for the seconds hand hitting all the markers!

[@davidhobson7851]

Bought a black one immediately after your review! Fantastic watch for so little money

[@randyturk985]

I have the blue one 40mm, back in 2019 I was able to get this @ $32.00 on Amazon,(yes that is correct $32) a steal, Great video, nice piece

[@OmerBonfil]

After watching your Duro sapphire mod, I decided to try it myself on my MTD-1010. It's a beater watch and the mineral crystal was very scratched, ordered the 30mm sapphire crystal from Aliexpress and it looks amazing. Thank you!

[@johndobbins8051]

Quickest and easiest improvement is to take a Scotchbrite to the polished centers of the bracelet, really makes a significant impact.

[@Zeeley01]

youre right Sir, i did that too and it really improved...

[@termit520]

Very nice!!! Casio didn't put some ''Limited edition that it's not limited at all'' markings like some other companies on the video.....and a 1000 USD price tag without any reason, also like some other watch company on the video..... Simple, legible, durable, affordable, accurate, nice.....Casio.....I love it. I would replace that bracelet for some nylon 2 piece strap and it would be beautiful... Good job, Like

[@pistolgrippoet]

Lovely! Is there already a follow up video?

[@dmv3373]

hey Jody! big fan. i have this watch, the black dial/yellow accents version and i love it!

[@KrishnaBalakki]

Simple and elegant dial . Nice review. Cheers .

[@garethsigrist8714]

Great looking watch and good to know it doesn’t tick like a Timex. I’ve got an Expedition Scout and an old Easy Reader and those things are loud! If you put one of them on the bedside table it’s like the scene in Jurassic Park when the T Rex is approaching and the glass of water is in the car is trembling 🤣

[@gtbigdog3507]

You are the man. Wearing my alma matters shirt with pride. I see now why you are my fifth favorite youtuber

[@Dave062YT]

My black version was £58 and love it ,I really like the yellow second hand on mine .Couldn't get on with the bracelet but looks great on a sailcloth strap.

[@flymorenow]

Summer!! We had 15 degrees Fahrenheit this morning. Nice watch great the way the second hand lines up. Always wish the minute hand was just a bit longer to the indices on these. Would that make it too sporty?

[@alittleolder]

Stores open here again on the 8th. There is one shop that has a great Casio Selection. I will actively seek it out. Thanks for the review.

[@vincenzocomments980]

Since I started watching these videos, and noticed people raising the issue of the second hand on quartz watches hitting or not hitting the indices, I went through my collection and interestingly noticed that the most accurate watches I have are India's HMT watches. One is the Track sports watch ($10) and the other an INOX quartz dress watch ($30). I believe the movements are based on older Citizen quartz movements. Solid.

[@mifi5913]

I bought the black dial about a year and a half ago. Very nice watch. Very accurate too. The bracelet is nice but only has two micro adjustments so I couldn’t get a great fit. Put it on a nice leather strap.

[@yoinkhaha]

I got this one for about 65... the depth of the dial, the hands, and the finishing on the case are quite impressive for the price, and the screw down crown just makes it a true sports watch. You will quickly get sick of that bracelet. I replaced it with a nice, sleek black seatbelt Nato with some polished hardware, and I wear it a lot more now.

[@raresdragan4610]

I pulled the trigger on a white 100D model at the end of last year. No reviews back then as it too new and under the radar. ~60USD back then. I like it a lot. If it was 38 - 39 mm and the bezel a bit smaller it would be perfect. the seconds hand hits all the markers. the dial is fantastic.

[@craiggoins647]

Nice, kind review for a budget, but Casio is the “Budget King”. I actually have the white dial w/orange seconds hand and a very orange brownish leather strap. I do own the blue dial as well. Thanks Jody.

[@boston961]

Great review as always . Really looking forward to the strap fashion show and mod

[@watchdogpodcast239]

I have the older Casio Edifice chronograph. No longer made, but got it for a great price new from the Casio outlet store around Black Friday. So old in fact that it arrived with a dead battery LOL. However, I was really impressed with the watch over all. Feels much better than most watches at the same price point and solid end links!

[@DesmondSG]

Good job syncing the time to the seconds during the 3 watches side by side comparison!

[@acethis]

Hey Jody.. there are a couple of Edifice models with Sapphire crystal and don't cost a lot more this model. Go check out their Edifice catalogue and see if any catches your eyes. With the Sapphire crystal, the watch will stay pristine for much longer. 👍 Good review by the way. Casio always impresses me 😊

[@simonbailey2151]

Thanks for reviewing an Edifice, Jody. Really interesting. Hope the video does well for you!

[@antwanefort]

Wow , the Casio Edifice Watch is going for as high as $140 on ebay with shipping . Please are really loving this watch. Going to try to find it in the $70-$80 range.

[@mb3318]

I've taken quite a liking to quartz watches recently. I just got an SNE039 from my parents and it looks l may need to add this one to my collection as well!

[@zogzog1063]

Quartz all the way! I have nine quartz and one automatic, and that is enough autos.

[@flyingrocket3879]

One of the best looking watches at any price simply timeless.

[@targetrender9529]

Beautiful watch and amazing value. Just wish they’d use seikos diver lume.

[@BongoManal]

Casio really nails it again and again!

[@jamesjustin6001]

I've got this watch with a blue dial on a blue nato. It is an absolutely brilliant watch couldn't recommend it highly enough.