Customer Reviews

Casio Men's AMW330D-1AV Dive Chronograph Stainless Steel Watch

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4 star:		(7)
3 star:		(1)
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1 star:		(2)

 

 

For such a price I think Casio did well,it really looks like an expensive watch.I have no idea if the glass scratches easily or not,as mentioned in the previous review...If you like big watches like me,this model will be the right choice.I uploaded 3 pictures that are quite different from the advertised one,you will notice how nice it's looking on the hand.
The only thing I know is that I'm enjoying wearing it,and I'm planning to buy a second one for a friend.

The watch is described as a dive watch, but it is not. The outside bezel has compass measurements and cannot be used for a dive watch because it turns both ways. The watch is not an "ana-digi" either. I don't know why they describe them like that. There is nothing digital about the watch.

The interior black face is textured with a circular design. This adds some depth to a well designed watch. The outside bezel as stated before is for compass usage. Beneath the glass is a tachymeter that can be used to determine speed. The large second had is used for the chronograph feature, which I prefer. The large second hand also has a red tip with adds a little splash of color and makes it easier to see. The small seconds dial is used for time keeping. The hour marks on the watch are very shiny adding to the high-class look of the face. The main hands contrast well with the black face and the luminous paint works well.

The band is the only flaw (flaw may be too strong a word). The band is not that bad, but it does seem a little on the cheap side. The point where the watch case and the watch band meet could have been designed better. The band seems light (tinny) compared to a heavier steel band of more expensive watches. I would recommend the metal band over the resin though. The locking clasp of the band feels secure when in place. Overall I'm very pleased with this watch. The price on Amazon is cheaper than retail.

I bought this watch for a timed test because I wanted a rotating bezel (the test does not allow digital timers). This watch is serviceable and attractive enough, however the quality and features would make me rethink this purchase given the chance.

NEGATIVES

I found that the analog timer on this watch is very useful, except when the hands are covering the tiny timer dials. For this reason, I couldn't always rely on the timer. The bezel is absolutely garbage. It gets stuck for no reason, and when it's not stuck it's too loose to keep your place reliably. If you're looking for a quick way to time a close approximation, the bezel may be for you.

The watch is simple to adjust if you've ever used an analog watch, it's standard.

The quality of construction is questionable. For the reasons metioned above (lame bezel), as well as just the overall feel. The band is disproportionately weighted to the watch itself, and everything just feels cheap. I realize this isn't meant to be a rolex, but for $100 I feel that you could get a better watch.

POSITIVES

The watch has kept time very accurately to the best of my knowledge. It's also easy to use. The problems I've had occur infrequently, so overall this is a highly functional watch. I really like that it's extremely waterproof. It also looks decently cool, depending on your tastes. I have gotten compliments on this watch, however it is not at all flashy. I've dropped the watch a few times and it remains undented and still working smoothly.

VERDICT

Decent looking, sturdy construction, cheap materials, unique features. Large, easy-to read face. Rotating bezel and analog timer. If you need the features that this watch offers and can't find it at a better price, then this watch is serviceable. Its lifetime warranty suggests that this watch will keep working for a long time. However value-wise, if you just want a good looking watch that tells the time, you can definitely find better products for your money.

Watch is put together rather well, being that I use it for a work watch it hold up does the job.

Buena calidad y muy buen precio por un producto que cumple las expectativas del comprador.... Anoto que no hubo problemas con el despacho del reloj, nuevo y de paquete.

This is the third Casio that I have purchased and I wear one of them daily. Great looks, function, and durability. I have one that I wear to work daily. I can swim with any of them on my arm. This model and the blue dial one are suitable for even dressy occasions. I plan to get another like this one for my son-in-law!

I got this watch..n when i opened it..me n my friend just kept watching it...:) This watch is really very nice..though the dial of this watch is little big..so the one who don't like big watches..don't go for it. But i like these kind of watches..and this one is one of the best watches i have ever had... :)

This watch is really good. Well crafted and worth the money. Definitely a keeper. Its a larger face watch so don't buy if you prefer normal size watches.

This is a great watch. I have owned it for 6 months and there are no scratches on it yet - and I'm pretty rough on it. It is worthy to note that this is a large watch, which some people may not like, although I didn't think I liked large watches before I got this one, so it may change your mind. I bought this watch with the black rubber wristband which I would like to swap out for the SS wristband because I think it dresses it up more. My Boss wears a Rolex Daytona if you are familiar and my watch caught his attention - I think you could buy 400 of these for the price of his.

I saw this watch at Target and found it online for $20 less. When I received the watch everything was great, it came well packaged and was in perfect condition. One thing I noticed is that the bezel moves in both directions which with a true dive watch it only moves in one but I realized it was only a dive style watch and not meant for diving so I forgave that. The real problem came the second time I wore it and I must have bumped it against something and the glass got a decent scratch in it. I didn't even realize that I had run into anything so I couldn't have hit it very hard and in my opinion it scratched far too easily. I realize that it's not the most expensive watch but it's certainly not the cheapest either and I would expect a build quality that would resist at least daily wear and tear. I've had the watch for a month and have only worn it a few times but every time I look at the face I see the scratch and it bothers me.