CASIO BABY-G BGA-280-1ADR ANALOG-DIGITAL BLACK WATCH
BGA-280-1ADR
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The BGA-280-1ADR is Baby-G's all-black essential — a fully blacked-out analog-digital round case with a dark metallic layered dial that gives it a stealthier, more mature presence than any colourful or pastel Baby-G in the range. The BGA-280 uses a multi-layered case design where stacked resin components create visible depth between the bezel, inner ring, and dial — you can see the layers from the side, giving the watch an architectural quality that flat-case Baby-Gs don't have. In all-black, these layers merge into a seamless dark silhouette that reads as sporty-minimal rather than sporty-cute, making it the go-to Baby-G for anyone who wants the toughness without the colour.
Module 5662 drives the analog-digital combination with world time across 27 cities, five daily alarms with snooze, a 1-second stopwatch, and countdown timer. The dark metallic dial features black applied baton indexes with a gunmetal sheen and silver-white Neobrite hands that provide the only contrast against the blacked-out face — legible at a glance without breaking the monochromatic palette. The white LED Super Illuminator with selectable duration (1.5s or 3s) and afterglow handles nighttime readability. Shock resistance, 100-metre water resistance, and a 3-year battery on a CR1220.
At a Glance
Why You'll Love It
- The fully blacked-out colourway is the most versatile Baby-G in the current range — it matches every outfit, every occasion, every season, without ever drawing the wrong kind of attention.
- The multi-layered stacked case design creates visible depth from the side — you can see the individual resin layers between the bezel, inner ring, and dial. In all-black, the layers add texture and architectural interest that a flat-case watch can't replicate.
- The dark metallic gunmetal dial is subtle but not flat. The applied baton indexes have a faint metallic sheen that catches light at certain angles, revealing dimension without breaking the monochromatic look.
- It has presence without bulk.
- Black matte resin is the most maintenance-free material — zero visible marks, zero denim transfer, zero yellowing. Wear it daily for years without a single cleaning.
Perfect For
Key Features
- Multi-layered stacked case design — The case is constructed from multiple stacked resin components, creating visible depth between the bezel ring, inner ring, and dial plane. This architectural layering gives the BGA-280 a dimensional quality that single-piece cases don't have — especially visible from the side.
- Dark metallic dial with applied indexes — Gunmetal-finished baton indexes catch light subtly against the black dial, adding depth without colour. The layered construction places different dial elements at different heights for a genuine 3D effect.
- Analog-digital combination — Silver/white Neobrite hands for at-a-glance time plus a digital window at 6 o'clock for date, time, and function data. The white hands against the all-black dial provide clean, instant readability.
- World time — 27 cities, 29 time zones — Track a second time zone with DST adjustment.
- White LED Super Illuminator — Bright, even illumination with selectable duration (1.5s or 3s) and afterglow. The white LED against the all-black dial creates a clean, high-contrast reading experience at night.
- Shock-resistant construction with 100m WR — Built to the same toughness standard as every Baby-G. Swim, drop, knock — the all-black finish absorbs daily wear invisibly. Not rated for diving.
Technical Specifications
| Case & Build | |
|---|---|
| Model Number | BGA-280-1ADR |
| Module | 5662 |
| Case Material | Resin (Multi-Layered Stacked Construction) |
| Glass | Mineral Glass |
| Case Size (L × W × H) | 47.4 × 43.4 × 14.8 mm |
| Weight | 42 g |
| Construction | Shock Resistant |
| Water Resistance | 100 Metres (10 BAR) |
| Band | |
|---|---|
| Material | Resin |
| Colour | Matte Black |
| Wrist Size | 125 – 180 mm |
| Clasp | Tang Buckle |
| Movement & Power | |
|---|---|
| Movement Type | Quartz Analog-Digital |
| Analog Display | 2 hands (hour, minute — moves every 20 seconds) |
| Digital Display | Hour, minute, second, AM/PM, month, date, day |
| Accuracy | ±30 seconds per month |
| Battery | CR1220 |
| Battery Life | Approx. 3 years |
| Display & Light | |
|---|---|
| Dial | Dark Metallic Gunmetal / Black, 3D Layered |
| Lume | Neobrite Phosphorescent Hands |
| Backlight | LED Super Illuminator with Afterglow |
| Illumination Duration | Selectable 1.5s or 3s |
| LED Colour | White |
| Functions | |
|---|---|
| World Time | 29 time zones (27 cities + UTC), DST on/off |
| Stopwatch | 1-second, 59'59 capacity; elapsed, split, 1st–2nd place |
| Countdown Timer | 1-second unit, up to 60 minutes, auto-repeat |
| Alarm | 5 daily alarms (1 with snooze) + hourly time signal |
| Calendar | Full auto-calendar to 2039 |
| Time Format | 12/24-hour |
| Button Tone | On/Off (mute function) |
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