CASIO EDIFICE EFV-C110D-2AVDF ANALOG DIGITAL MEN WATCH

Is the battery really 10 years?

Casio specifies approximately 10 years on a CR2025 cell, which is roughly three times what a conventional analog-digital watch manages. It is an approximate figure and heavy use of the stopwatch, timer and alarms will shorten it, but the practical point stands: you can wear this for the best part of a decade without thinking about power. There is no solar charging on this reference and none is needed.

What do the three inset displays do, and why does the minute hand move in steps?

They are digital screens rather than analog sub-dials, which is what lets them carry different things: world time across 29 zones and 30 cities, a stopwatch measuring to 1/100 of a second, and a countdown timer settable from one minute to 24 hours. The two analog hands show hours and minutes, with the minute hand advancing every 20 seconds rather than sweeping — normal for this movement, and part of how the battery lasts as long as it does. Running seconds, the month, date and day all appear digitally. One thing to note: Casio lists no backlight for this reference, so the digital displays are not illuminated.

What is Telememo?

A small address book held in the watch — up to 30 entries, each taking an 8-character name and a 16-digit number, sorted automatically, with a display showing how much memory you have left. It predates smartphones and still earns its place as a backup for the handful of numbers you would want if your phone were flat or lost.

Is 166 grams and 51.3mm too much watch?

It is the largest and heaviest watch in the EDIFICE range — 51.3 × 46.9mm across, 13.7mm thick and 166 grams in steel and aluminium. Casio designed it that way, and if you like a watch you can feel on the wrist, that is the appeal. If you normally wear something around 40mm, this will be a noticeable change, so it is worth trying on.

Can I swim with it?

Yes. 100-metre (10 BAR) water resistance covers swimming, snorkelling and showering. It is not a diving watch — the rating is a laboratory pressure measurement, not a depth you should swim to — so avoid scuba diving and do not press the buttons while the watch is wet.

Will the bracelet fit my wrist, and can it be adjusted?

Casio lists a compatible band size of 150mm to 205mm. The bracelet is sized by removing links, which can be done in store at City Chain. It closes on a one-touch three-fold clasp, so it opens and fastens without threading a buckle.

What warranty does this watch come with?

The EFV-C110D-2AVDF comes with Casio's official 1-year warranty when purchased from City Chain Singapore, an authorised Casio retailer.