CASIO BABY-G BG-169U-8BDR DIGITAL TRANSLUCENT SMOKY GREY TEAL WATCH
BG-169U-8BDR
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The BG-169U-8BDR is the cyberpunk-cool variant in the BG-169 family — a translucent smoky grey case and band that reveals the internal watch structure as dark shadows and shapes beneath the semi-transparent surface, framed by a silver chrome bezel ring and paired with a vivid teal/turquoise inner dial ring that glows against the grey transparency. Where the Playful Beach BG-169PB variants go multi-pastel and the Kirakira Bling BG-169KB variants add glitter, this translucent grey variant goes moody, techy, and urban — the kind of watch that references late-90s electronics aesthetics (translucent Game Boys, iMacs, Discmans) while feeling completely contemporary. The teal accent is the only colour on the entire watch — every other element is neutral grey, silver, or transparent.
Module 3531 delivers the same unique BG-169 feature set: 200-metre water resistance (double every other Baby-G at City Chain), Telememo storing 25 name-and-phone-number entries, and Day Counter counting down to 5 target dates. World time across 30 cities, five alarms (daily or one-time), 1/100-second stopwatch, countdown timer up to 24 hours, LED Super Illuminator with afterglow, and full auto-calendar to 2099. The translucent smoky grey face protector bumpers at 12 and 6 o'clock match the case material, creating a unified see-through frame around the silver bezel and teal dial ring. Standard positive LCD for clear readability. At 43 grams with shock resistance and a 3-year battery on a CR1616. The 135–200mm band fits a wider wrist range than any other Baby-G.
At a Glance
Why You'll Love It
- The translucent smoky grey case reveals the watch's internal structure — dark shapes and shadows visible beneath the semi-transparent resin. It's the most visually interesting surface treatment in the BG-169 family, referencing the 90s translucent electronics trend that's been revived in contemporary fashion.
- The teal/turquoise inner dial ring is the only colour accent on the entire watch — it glows against the neutral grey transparency like a neon sign behind smoke glass. The single-accent-colour approach is more sophisticated than the Playful Beach multi-pastel or the Kirakira Bling glitter.
- Translucent grey is the most gender-neutral BG-169 colourway — it works across aesthetics from cyberpunk to minimalist to streetwear, and pairs with silver, black, white, and dark wardrobes without any feminine-specific colour commitment.
- 200-metre water resistance — the same G-Shock-level rating across all BG-169 variants. The translucent resin is functionally identical to opaque resin for toughness and water resistance.
- Telememo (25 contacts) and Day Counter (5 countdown dates) remain unique BG-169 features that no other Baby-G at City Chain offers.
- The translucent material has a unique quality where the grey appears lighter or darker depending on the angle and lighting — it's a watch that changes its visual weight throughout the day.
Perfect For
Key Features
- Translucent smoky grey case and band — Semi-transparent resin reveals the internal watch structure as dark shadows and shapes beneath the surface. The grey tint adds a smoky, moody quality that clear-transparent watches don't achieve. The translucency shifts between lighter and darker depending on the light angle.
- Teal/turquoise inner dial ring — The only colour accent on the watch — a vivid teal that contrasts against the neutral grey transparency and silver bezel. It frames the LCD and anchors the visual centre of the dial.
- 200-metre water resistance (20 BAR) — The only Baby-G series at City Chain with G-Shock-level water resistance. Swim, snorkel, and handle surface water sports.
- Telememo — 25 contact entries — Store up to 25 name and phone number entries with auto-sort. Unique in the Baby-G range.
- Day Counter — 5 target dates — Countdown from today to up to 5 target dates with display mark on arrival.
- LED Super Illuminator with afterglow — White LED for nighttime readability. The light illuminates through the translucent case material, creating a subtle glow effect around the edges.
Technical Specifications
| Case & Build | |
|---|---|
| Model Number | BG-169U-8BDR |
| Module | 3531 |
| Case Material | Resin (Translucent / Semi-Transparent) |
| Glass | Mineral Glass |
| Case Size (L × W × H) | 45.9 × 42.6 × 16.4 mm |
| Weight | 43 g |
| Construction | Shock Resistant |
| Water Resistance | 200 Metres (20 BAR) |
| Band | |
|---|---|
| Material | Resin (Translucent Smoky Grey) |
| Colour | Smoky Grey (Semi-Transparent) |
| Wrist Size | 135 – 200 mm |
| Clasp | Tang Buckle |
| Movement & Power | |
|---|---|
| Movement Type | Quartz Digital |
| Accuracy | ±30 seconds per month |
| Battery | CR1616 |
| Battery Life | Approx. 3 years |
| Display & Light | |
|---|---|
| Display | Standard Positive LCD |
| Backlight | LED Super Illuminator with Afterglow |
| LED Colour | White |
| Unique Functions | |
|---|---|
| Telememo | 25 entries (8-character name + 12-digit phone number), auto-sort |
| Day Counter | 5 target dates (countdown from today), display mark on arrival |
| Other Functions | |
|---|---|
| World Time | 29 time zones (30 cities), DST on/off |
| Stopwatch | 1/100-second, 23:59'59.99 capacity; elapsed, split, 1st–2nd place |
| Countdown Timer | 1-second unit, 1 min – 24 hours |
| Alarm | 5 alarms (daily or one-time) + hourly time signal |
| Calendar | Full auto-calendar to 2099 |
| Time Format | 12/24-hour |
| Button Tone | On/Off (mute function) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why Buy from City Chain Singapore
Case / bezel material: Resin
Resin Band
Mineral Glass
Shock Resistant
World time
29 time zones (30 cities), daylight saving on/off
1/100-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 23:59'59.99''
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times
Countdown timer
Measuring unit: 1 second
Input range: 1 minute to 24 hours (1-minute increments and 1-hour increments)
Alarm/hourly time signal
5 alarms (daily or one-time)
LED backlight (Super Illuminator)
LED: White
Full auto-calendar (to year 2099)
Mute feature
Button operation tone on/off
Accuracy: ±30 seconds per month
Approx. battery life: 3 years on CR1616
Other features:
Telememo
Memory capacity: Up to 25 sets of data, each set including
Name (8 characters) and telephone number (12 digits)
Other: Auto-sort
Day Counter:
Automatically counts down the days from the current date to a target date.
Memory capacity: 5 records (8 characters each)
Setting range: 1/1/1950～12/31/2049
A mark appears on the display to let you know when a target date is reached.
12/24-hour format
Regular timekeeping:
Hour, minute, second, am/pm, year, month, date, day
Size of Case: 45.9 × 42.6 × 16.4 mm
Total Weight: 43g
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Delivery within Singapore
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