Has 2022 been a successful year for watches so far? We immediately compiled a list of potential contenders as soon as we started looking at notable releases. In this article, you’ll get to know the top 3 popular watches that were in insane demand in the second half of 2022.
Casio F91W
One of the most infamous watches of all time, the Casio F91W has been seen on the wrists of presidents and terrorists alike. The F91W is probably the cheapest watch ever to cost $20 or less. It has all the same features as its brethren, including backlit displays, digital alarms, stopwatches, day and date indicators and even a digital clock.
While the resin case and strap material may seem unpleasant, it is quite comfortable to wear. The case is also quite sturdy and doesn’t scratch, which I made sure of by wearing the F91W several times as a bashing watch.
The F91W has a few drawbacks, including a lack of water resistance (5 metres, or just over 16 feet), which makes it only suitable for getting caught in the rain or washing your hands. If you intend to swim while wearing the watch, there are plenty of better alternatives on the market, including several from this list.
The battery-operated quartz movement of the F91W is precise and reliable. The F91W can run for up to 7 years without a battery change and is more accurate than most high-end mechanical watches, with an accuracy of +/- 1 second per day. The bottom line is that the F91W is an ideal, no-frills, utilitarian watch that is trustworthy and offers just about every function you could need from a watch. They are completely unobtrusive in terms of style, size, weight and price.
G-Shock CasiOAK’
The Casio G-Shock “CasiOAK” watch combines the almost indestructible build quality of the G-Shock with a sporty, modern geometric design. When this watch was first introduced, it shocked the watch world and quickly gained popularity. The “CasiOAK” watch was so named because its design incorporates features of the most famous luxury sports watches, such as the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak.
The model also has a long list of impressive features, including a rugged and durable construction typical of G-Shock watches, 200m water resistance, a combination of analogue and digital time measurement functions, and features such as a stopwatch, world time, alarm clock and 12/24 hour format.
As this model grows in popularity, Casio continues to release new variants in a variety of shades, sizes and materials, from resin to stainless steel. If you like the overall look of the CasiOAK, you’re sure to find an option that fits your style.
Apple Watch Ultra
Many believe that Apple’s latest smartwatch is aimed at the conventional dive watch market, where previous Apple Watches were unable to fully compete. Similar to the acclaimed dive watch, the largest Apple Watch in history has debuted at 49mm in length, with a style that is blatantly reminiscent of vintage elements such as the crown.
It’s also a significant departure for the Apple Watch, presenting a design that seems to prioritise rigid construction over the device’s already elegant curves. The smartwatch for adventurers, extreme sports and everyday fitness seekers is now available, taking Apple Watch’s long-standing focus on sports to a new level.
Conclusion
Thanks to the many functions built into digital watches, Casio watches are one of the best value propositions on the market. Many Casio digital watches, including the legendary F91W, have remained unchanged since their introduction decades ago and have a very attractive vintage look.
There are also more modern Casio models that combine ultra-modern style and functionality with Casio’s fantastic features, such as the G-Shock “CasiOAK” and Oceanus models. The Apple watch Ultra also surprises its audience, but we want to see what kind of reviews this model gathers a little later, in spring 2023 while it’s still too early to conclude. We hope that this short review has been useful to you!
