No doubt this is an absurdly cool addition to any Royale fans collection, but man, any way you slice it, that $150 price tag is quite the chunk of change for a Royale upgrade. Not to say that it's overpriced or anything- on the contrary, It's definitely warranted, being that the guy designed and machined these all on his own. That being said, as much as I love the Royale, with how cheap you can buy metal cases for 5600s and similar variants from China, it's difficult to justify this of expense for me, at this point in time, at the very least. Appreciate the video!
@watchmakerful4 жыл бұрын
Metal cases for 5600 are actually only bezels, this is a complete casing.
@JustinWillisDevil240Z4 жыл бұрын
@@watchmakerful I was gonna say the same thing. The bezel on a 5600 is just a facade that covers the module.
@hermitgreenn4 жыл бұрын
Definitely a product for absolute enthusiasts, that only a few will really appreciate. I'm personally surprised that there isn't a bigger market of custom cases for other watches. Think about 3rd party cases for the F-91W that would completely change the shape of the watch.
@C-NoteMac4 жыл бұрын
Saphire would've been nice too for the price.
4 жыл бұрын
This is a great product by a talented person but I just can't justify spending $150 on it. It's not that it's such an unfair price or anything, it's about my country's weak currency.
@vegandinner17314 жыл бұрын
I never realised I needed a bronze AE-1200 until I saw this.
@nikosex2054 жыл бұрын
Yeah internet helps you realize a lot of things about your self (-:
@p1kopitiam4 жыл бұрын
Indeed. Me too.
@BionicRusty3 жыл бұрын
Same here 🙋🏻♂️⌚️
@elmuncamanian71842 жыл бұрын
How to order a steel case?
@zackmerritt24084 жыл бұрын
Would love to see a stainless steel casio F-91w. a proper upgrade to the ultimate daily watch. i’d buy that!
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
You and me both!
@armero834 жыл бұрын
F-91w or A158w in stainless steel would be awesome!!!
@mirrimdimdom4 жыл бұрын
The new A1000D (or A1000M) is pretty close to F-91W / A158 territory and comes with a metal case (and a hefty price tage that is...).
@watchbreaker17064 жыл бұрын
@@mirrimdimdom They have awfull glass and case shape is... how to say it... not exactly classic.
@sl12374 жыл бұрын
@@armero83 Agreed! A158 for sure, A168 would also be great!
@vanred75503 жыл бұрын
The AE-1200 perfected. That's how Casio should've made the watch, with stainless steel case and less of those unnecessary words on the watch face
@jonjackson8811 Жыл бұрын
This blew my mind. Just wow. Worth every penny. The module on this watch deserves that case. I wish he would do steel cases for the game watches. They all have the same case. I would pay for one in a heartbeat.
@mihailamarcel52012 жыл бұрын
hope casio will make someday an stell case variant for its legendary watches
@L3ZC2 жыл бұрын
A black stainless steel with a inverted display and a black steel strap would be like the perfect John Wick like watch
@JogieGlenMait164 жыл бұрын
The SS case makes the Casio Royale more legit.
@WR3ND2 жыл бұрын
Very nice indeed. A Casio that should really have a stainless steel case is the A700W.
@frankkollar22784 жыл бұрын
I would suggest enlarging the bezel a bit so it protrudes past and protects the crystal Then if you want to go all out redesign the lugs so you can use a straight end strapcode bracelet but this is awesome just he way it is
@jkv94614 жыл бұрын
Ol dude picked up on the will of every casio fan out there! Casio Royale has so many features and is extremely accurate. My favorites on the watch are the 3 sec. amber lights and hella loud sound notifications. Im currently rocking gshock square 5600 with gold stainless steel case. And throw away your 5610s. Unless u like not hearing your watchs alarm. -Shade Great vid. Thx.
@riverzane83504 жыл бұрын
man this is amazing!!!!! when I bought my ae 1200 I said I wish it has a stainless steel body and a glass face instead of plastic I had to custom cut a screen protector to keep it from getting scratched overtime. this is so dope!!!!! thanks for the video! the watch is amazing and its worth an upgrade!
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@paulrholland44733 жыл бұрын
Wow! An all - metal affordable with a matte finish, round pushers and a flat mineral crystal. For that price it's the total package!
@spacetrucker29524 жыл бұрын
It would be cool to see anodized aluminum in different colors also.
@maxie_bgmi2 жыл бұрын
Best watch ever built
@steven33793 жыл бұрын
I got the Bronze case version with Sapphire crystal.... Love it! Those clamps were challenging though.
@chogno98 Жыл бұрын
Looks like a million bucks! Congrats.
@Firsf_1_church3 жыл бұрын
I bought this watch after watching your video.
@1954Antony4 жыл бұрын
I reckon that green screen mod would look pretty damn good in the bronze case too. A lot of money but the quality and craftmanship are gorgeous.
@asgi994 жыл бұрын
I am dreaming of this since 20 years ....
@alexandervera82294 жыл бұрын
Exactly
@Gg-og1fk4 жыл бұрын
Ae-1200 its from 2012
@senpen2404 жыл бұрын
@@Gg-og1fk He dreamed from digital watches with steel case in general. Not particularly for this model.
@asgi994 жыл бұрын
@@senpen240 Thats right!
@MisterHughes4 жыл бұрын
Most obvious choice : F-91w, bonus choice, the CA-53 calculator watch. This looks great, pretty tempted to upgrade my Casio Royale this way too.
@traviswalker89334 жыл бұрын
The A1000D is the metal F-91W.
@MisterHughes4 жыл бұрын
@@traviswalker8933 Yeah, but those mother of pearl dials are a bit 🤔
@traviswalker89334 жыл бұрын
@@MisterHughes try the A1000M-1BEF
@bretvyon23363 жыл бұрын
Looks really awesome. I'd love it even more if the trim around the crystal was painted black like the original case
@Dddddddassss2 жыл бұрын
steel case for Casio W-86 Illuminator Watch would be nice
@cosmalas77424 жыл бұрын
That is INCREDIBLE. Beautiful craftsmanship, 1 or so of a kind
@alexandervera82294 жыл бұрын
Just ordered mine. Definitely a labor of love. Can’t wait.
@KillerByte6664 жыл бұрын
With a Saphir glass and it would be a perfect adds-on ! Great job anyway !
@kylestephens95934 жыл бұрын
that would be so dope!
@Dfm_Sushil2 жыл бұрын
Is this all metal frame????
@A-Wall4 жыл бұрын
I was honestly speechless myself haha. Amazing quality, I would love to have an unstoppable F91w or a158 but I imagine the printed crystals add a whole other level of complexity and cost. And most like the loss of the Casio logo to avoid a cease and desist lol
@BernardManansala4 жыл бұрын
Just got my case today. It blows my mind how well executed this case is.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@raksh94 жыл бұрын
I like the Kranio bezel more than the original. Very nice work by that guy.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Agreed!
@tynungester25434 жыл бұрын
Just a tip for those who are moving the buttons over. Make things easier on yourself, place the metal washer and both gaskets onto the button shaft then insert into the holes. Coming from a G-Shock modder
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Nice tip 👍
@xedeno2 жыл бұрын
I bought mine just to mod. Erased text on the outside and inside just left Casio and the button functions. VERY clean also! Updated today, taking the discarded rubber strap from my Duro, cut it to lug size (20to18), and tapers perfectly with the Royale! metal and rubber combo makes it sportier and its not available yet from Casio.
@neverknowinglyunders4 жыл бұрын
There’s a heck of a lot of work involved in making these cases I shouldn’t wonder. It may not be cheap but the price is fair and attainable for most who really want one I feel. Great review 👍😎
@ericelectro86842 жыл бұрын
15:32 Man that's the most ROBOCOP looking watch i've ever seen!
@AERHEAD4 жыл бұрын
Man that case is SICK
@captainturbo41644 жыл бұрын
Superb video. Loving this particular watch.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@JustinWillisDevil240Z4 жыл бұрын
I very much want this. I"m actually wearing my ae1200 right now by pure coincidence.
@TDK2K4 жыл бұрын
i was thinking about casting one of these cases out of old copper pennies. would make a fun project.
@DarthMalaks_Missing_Lower_Jaw4 жыл бұрын
Aw man, this is awesome. I love the World Time, cheap plastic and all, but had always wished it came in metal. I got to get this now. Bronze or steel ... hmm ...
@asgi994 жыл бұрын
I have ordered one. I will try to Mod my SKMEI 1335. The SKMEI has in my opinion some advantages. Its cheap, less than 10€ on eBay. I like the design of the LCD. The symbols and numbers are more readable. The backlight is an eyecatcher.
@carllange39504 жыл бұрын
Retro Pedro I have purchased several Skmei watches that mimic some of my Casios. I have the 1335 (AE1200), 1338 (A500), 1381(DB-360) and 1456 (GMW-B5000D-1). They are curiosities, which I never intended to actually wear. Some of the displays are not bad, but the Skmeis all lack the functions of the Casios. The bracelets are cheaper and have rough edges. Except for the 1456, the corresponding Casio does not cost that much more. Therefore, I would never recommend buying one of these Skmeis over an actual Casio.
@asgi994 жыл бұрын
The Case arrived. I happily disassembled my SKMEI but sadly it did Not fit. The SKMEI electronics is a bit too big, anyway should bei possible to cut it down. The real show stoppers were the Buttons, they are a bit too big, don't fit through the holes .....
@steven33794 жыл бұрын
Yes, I'm definitely going for a Bronze version!
@RC-jr3th4 жыл бұрын
Yup, this gonna be the next month purchase!
@paulmcnamara164 жыл бұрын
Have a few ae1200s and if didn't already have a full metal G-Shock square I would definitely go for this!
@Sparks683 жыл бұрын
I'm considering this mod myself. The consideration is the cost of an AE-1200 versus the cost of this mod which has me wavering some. The line - or ridge - around the sides of the resin case isn't where "two pieces of resin were sandwiched together". It's called a "parting line" where the two halves of a mold meet. In high precision molding you should never see a parting line without taking a 5x or higher magnifier to the molded part. Not too surprising these are obviously visible with Casio given their volume production and the price of these watches. Some of the secret in preventing a visible parting line is in mold design and where the two halves of the mold meet with regard to the object being molded. The clip is called an "E-clip", the name derived from its shape.
@WatchingCasio3 жыл бұрын
Yeah that parting line on the Casio is readily visible. I say go for the case! It really is beautiful and worth the money. You will love it.
@mcdus782 жыл бұрын
This is impressive. I need to mod mine ASAP!
@TheNunakun4 жыл бұрын
What luck, I was randomly wondering about this exact concept for the past few days. Gooood job!
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@BionicRusty3 жыл бұрын
Great video. That’s an awesome mod. I haven’t worn mine in a while. That’s the great thing about these videos. It reminds me what I’ve got in my collection. 😂🤣⌚️
@badabingbadaboom92514 жыл бұрын
Coming from Mr. Mobile's video here. I think your channel is very underrated so I gonna upload the screenshot of your channel :) Can't wait to see another video from you.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Ha, thanks! Been slacking on the videos lately. Too much going on. But have a few planned. What vid from Mr. Mobile? He's awesome.
@badabingbadaboom92514 жыл бұрын
@@WatchingCasio the 1 milliom subscribers special, he finally reached that milestone, it surprises me it took him so long
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
@@badabingbadaboom9251 Wow good for him. He deserves it. Used to live not too far from me before he moved.
@badabingbadaboom92514 жыл бұрын
@@WatchingCasio 😂 small world eh... Yeah you're right his content is top notch and so is yours lol
@dsv4 жыл бұрын
Oh wow, it looks mean in such case. Great job!
@HorologyinSanity4 жыл бұрын
I cannot wait to get mine. Placed the order last night. Thanks for such a great video!
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Hope you enjoy it!
@lew92234 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful.
@akapantsusenpai1814 жыл бұрын
Love this mod and the craftsmanship that went into it. It must be difficult to source a square sapphire crystal, but I wish it came with one instead of the hardened mineral crystal.
@jelden654 жыл бұрын
Jonas here. I really had a tough time choosing between sapphire and mineral and went with mineral for cost reasons. I can make sapphire an option, but it would increase the price by $20. What do you think?
@akapantsusenpai1814 жыл бұрын
@@jelden65 Jonas, I didn't expect you'd reply, but thank you for doing so. $20 more for a sapphire crystal isn't a deal breaker. If I decide to mod my AE1200, I'd definitely want that option. Thank you again for your reply.
@Atombender4 жыл бұрын
My two cents 1. Putting a $150 case on a $25 watch is like putting carbon fibre wheels under your Fiat. It doesn't fit into the Casio Royale's huge value-for-money concept. 2. Once MFG finds out about this, they may offer a metal case for the AE-1200 for 30 bucks or so.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
I'd snatch one up if they did. But I do disagree - the case is awesome and makes this watch stand out. My two cents!
@nandutzu4 жыл бұрын
Give that case a nice polish and it will look even better.
@Swarm5092 жыл бұрын
These look awesome, will have to check them out later to see if they are still available. Also those tiny E-Clips "Jesus Clips" are the things nightmares are made of! Lost a lot of their bigger cousins while working on projects.
@John-P4 жыл бұрын
All i can say is WOW that is a really impressive mod. and it looked pretty straight forward, I have this Casio AE1200 and this would be a fantastic mod. for me to do, I need to start saving my pennies, keep up the good work, stay safe.
@9feetfrog4 жыл бұрын
Looks great and thanks heaps for the great video!
@arpadkoncze58134 жыл бұрын
Definitely looks amazing. Looks better than the metal square g shock 😉👍
@dcallahan20744 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video!
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@longsword1144 жыл бұрын
Love it, dont knownif I wanna swing 150 but that looks sharp!
@Aydanoworld4 жыл бұрын
wow, its reminds me of vintage casio dw 3000, nice case
@sebastianniqvist31442 жыл бұрын
Very cool. Casio should issue a stainless steel / G SHOCK version of this classic.
@ELEVOPR2 жыл бұрын
very nice, How long did it take you to get it? Also do you know if he make a Stainless Steel Dial? I don't have instagram and don't plan on opening an account either, is there another way he can be reached? Thanks for sharing. Unless anyone here looking to sell a used one?
@hermitgreenn4 жыл бұрын
You've bent the C-Clips out of shape. Your best option would've been to find replacement c-clips, they're supposed to securely snap into place. Beautiful case.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Yep, they are a little bent. i tried to flatten them out as best I could.
@hermitgreenn4 жыл бұрын
@@WatchingCasio It would've been nice if the case came with replacement c-clips. I don't think they're even meant to be re-used.
@sl12374 жыл бұрын
OH man, I hope he does one for the other classics like the A168!
@sl12374 жыл бұрын
Also, what is he using for the glass? Mineral? Sapphire?
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Mineral.
@traviswalker89334 жыл бұрын
If it was sapphire, it would be $250.
@traviswalker89334 жыл бұрын
The A-1000D is the watch you're looking for @S L
@sl12374 жыл бұрын
@@traviswalker8933 I do like the A1000 but the mother of pearl dial is a bit much for me, I prefer the simplicity of the A168/A158! Also Jonas himself replied and a sapphire would increase the cost by $20. Worth it IMO!
@GFWatch4 жыл бұрын
Looks absolutely stunning!
@LestestsdeCarlo4 жыл бұрын
One word: fantastic !
@Daud764 жыл бұрын
Beautiful case and mod! I am an amateur vintage LCD watch restorer and just have to say those c clips you mention at 6:53 are a nightmare to install. 😄 I found someone online mentioned easiest way to remove them is inside a zip lock bag. Just in case they spring out.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
That's a good trick. Yeah they are tough. I bent mine (obviously) but eventually got them mostly straight to reinstall them.
@Daud764 жыл бұрын
@@WatchingCasio You did a fine job! Those pushers look secure and face plate nice and snug too. 😊
@barreltech89493 жыл бұрын
Sweet! Would love to have this
@thofol4 жыл бұрын
I really want one now...
@blintorzabat57984 жыл бұрын
Awesome watch case, obviously a labour of love! While I'd really like a metal case for the funky, old-school watch from Casio's adventurous era, the W-753, with its tide and moon phase (and solar compass), the rounded case would be hell to machine, I think. I'd buy one, it's got a great module, one of the best. But it's not as popular as the Royale, that's for sure. And there must be some fans of the small but powerful W-93H, and W-94H. I'd buy cases for those. Or, the once popular WS-200H and WS-210 solars. Again, I'd buy cases for those. Well, my tastes are slightly not mainstream, I guess. If Mr. Kranio wants a built-customer base, if he can do one for the F-91W, there's a huge market there. Plus, having drilled lugs that take spring bars can only be a good thing. For lightness, and reduced cost, how about some aluminum cases? Those would be attractive even with some dings, for "character". Much respect for this craftsman!
@chronocommander0073 жыл бұрын
That's a very nicely done case. For myself, I would like a case design with the black horseshoe-shaped bezel insert of the original Seiko G757 Digiborg.
@morgan974754 жыл бұрын
About frakin' time! I need one of these stainless steel ones. One recommendation for the guy who made the case: perhaps a bit of polishing of the bezel area on future cases.
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
I think he said that polishing would ruin some of the intricate curves and details of the case.
@morgan974753 жыл бұрын
@@WatchingCasio How does one get one of these stainless steel Casio Royales?
@WatchingCasio3 жыл бұрын
Checkout @kraniodesign on Instagram
@dariuszrysak11336 ай бұрын
Very nice watch.
@neelsengupta6624 жыл бұрын
Very cool, really enjoyed that
@jackflowers9994 жыл бұрын
nice Thank you....I have the rare grey one / grey dial ....soon in S/S
@ConvoyGTR4 жыл бұрын
High price, but boy does that look good!
@HolarMusic Жыл бұрын
now only to replace the plastic faceplate with a brushed metal one and its perfect
@matteusmag4 жыл бұрын
I've been looking for someone to do this for the f91w for years. He did a great job. I would buy an f91w metal case in a heartbeat. I followed him in insta. Also great video.
@MrJames-cr6lu4 жыл бұрын
THANKS FOR SHARING ....
@fraserp23774 жыл бұрын
Stunning case, just needs a matching bracelet 😍
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
Totally. Do you have any suggestions?
@fraserp23774 жыл бұрын
@@WatchingCasio hmm nothing I have tried. Would a Rolex style oyster bracelet work without using the end links?
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
@@fraserp2377 Maybe. It's such an odd watch.
@atanamas Жыл бұрын
Just watch it. Really awesome. Is it possible to hydro mod also in this case?
@MrLahrbrat4 жыл бұрын
Looks really good
@piquetuk4 жыл бұрын
Wow, very cool.
@jasonsanders12444 жыл бұрын
Mines on order, hopefully get it soon, have a brand new AE1200 to go in it :D
@StanTee1834 жыл бұрын
I don't know why casio doesn't make digital watches with a steel case and don't do a retro edition from the 80's-90's where the modules had various functions like planetary phases or melodies
@fanclub693 жыл бұрын
I do have the same thought.
@guyo684 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful upgrade... and yet... expensive AF... All due respect to Jonas, this could do with some mass production...
@MARTINO-r7t4 жыл бұрын
Really nice, now I want one too. :)
@andrew1212w4 жыл бұрын
Superb video great content and I wonder why Casio didn’t make the watch in stainless steel instead of resin.
4 жыл бұрын
I'm surprised Chinese didn't take a shot at this. AE-1200 is pretty popular after all.
@internet-browser4 жыл бұрын
Would definitely like to see a steel case for the Casio A158.
@mirrimdimdom4 жыл бұрын
Checked the A1000D? Dial is not my taste, but the case is SS.
@gavp84 Жыл бұрын
Excellent
@badabingbadaboom92514 жыл бұрын
I need this a lot
@WatchingCasio4 жыл бұрын
I highly recommend it.
@matthewscott36894 жыл бұрын
I would love a F-91W, F-84W, A158, or 168. I know the A1000D/M comes in stainless, but the fit and finish of these cases is so much nicer, and I really don't like the Casion MOP faces. I would purchase a $150 dollar case for any of those models, so cool :)
@emmanuelcaturla3702 Жыл бұрын
Hi! Where did you order the stainless steel bezel for the Casio Royale AE-1200? I would greatly appreciate it if you can refer to me the store where you bought this amazing piece of work. Thank you so much!
@d.av.s27984 жыл бұрын
Great video!. It would be cool if he can make a case for the casio g-shock DW5600E. That would be an absolute killer case. Cheers!.
@42Hertzer3 жыл бұрын
A thing of beauty! Does it come with sapphire glass?
@WatchingCasio3 жыл бұрын
Sapphire is optional but he does do it!
@dsv4 жыл бұрын
What about such metal case with matte finish for casioak though?
@fixitmike50174 жыл бұрын
I'd like to have a W800-H stainless steel case with wider lugs for bracelet and strap options
@mh2378g3 жыл бұрын
Exactly- That would become my favorite watch instantly.
@stevenikazy29434 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great vid. It would be strange to feel the weight when picking up a steel Royale. I'm on the hunt for a gold one with gold dial.