EdificeCasio Men's EF527D-1AV "Edifice" Stainless Steel Multi-Function Watch

As a collector with watches ranging from Swatch models, Citizens (mid-tier), Seiko models ranging from entry Seiko 5's, to a few Prospex, Presages, and one GS, several Orient models, and of course three Timex models, I have to chuckle at the value for money you get with many Casio watches. I have six altogether with this purchase and they really do nail the fundamentals.The bracelet is inline with the quality you would find on some Seiko models costing three times as much. Yes, it's a bit flimsy and light making a song of its own when you put the watch on or take it off, but at this price point, it's a very well made bracelet overall and aesthetically pleasing to be sure. With a mixture of brushed and polished edges, the oyster bracelet (with a hint of engineer style center links) is very attractive as is the watch entirely. And it's a cinch to adjust the links. No pin and collar system, just friction pins.As a few have mentioned, the watch looks MUCH more expensive than it is and it's a perfect weight as well. The case design is definitely unique between the lugs. A polished and brushed lip accenting the bezel and dial. It's something unique to this watch out of the forty-five I have in my collection. A small detail but one that made me smile.The lume isn't stellar as far as brightness goes, but it is sufficient and it lasts a decent amount of time. It's a pleasing turquoise blue. Similar to a few of my Citizen's, though not quite as bright.100 meters water resistance and I would be confident in that with the watch's screw down crown. Another feature not always found on watches costing much more. Suitable for swimming of course, but do NOT depress the pushers while underwater. I would also never shower with ANY of my watches regardless of their rating. Hot shower water (or any extended exposure to heated water) and the cooler air found inside of the watch are not a good combination. It's senseless to shower with a watch in any case. Ocean and pool water are what they're designed for.I'm not sure what processes Casio uses to sell watches at the prices they do, but I'm glad I've been able to benefit from it. As many others have. This watch could easily be sold for $150 more than the price I paid and would be worth it.Very pleased with this purchase!

Although I purchased this watch for $11 less during the 1st quarter of 2023, I would still recommend it for someone who wants a quality multifunction chronograph for a relatively low purchase price.I'm not very fond of bracelet watch bands, so I immediately replaced it with a quick release palamino tan leather watch band. With the black dial, it would have the proper aesthetic contrast with just about any color leather watch band. Mine looks spectacular.Most chronographs at this price point do not feature a 1/20th second stop watch feature. This watch has that. Another exceptional feature is the second hand reset hack. Each time you completely extend the stem, the second hand zeros out.For those of you who have learned how to utilize a slide rule, this watch features one that is functional and attractive with the stem located at the 08:00 position.It does pay, in the long run, to disengage the watch mechanism when storing it. It does save the battery. I stored a watch for 4 years without using it and when re-engaged, the battery had plenty of energy left.Sturdy, accurate, and attractive...this CASIO Edifice watch is a bargain at the current price.

I'm really pleased with this watch. It looks great, keeps excellent time, and wears well.The watch has a good weight with the included bracelet, and has a good combination of brushed and polished finishes. The dial looks busy at first glance, but everything there makes sense. The chronograph is split between the three dials and works properly. The slide rule works as well, and seems to be fairly accurate. The slide rule text is small, but in good light, I have no issues making out the text. The bracelet is a bit large for average or small wrists, so you'll need to remove a few links to get a good fit. I didn't have a tool to remove the link pins, but I did have one for the spring bars, so I swapped the bracelet for a NATO strap. Form and function come together perfectly with this watch, and it looks far more expensive than its price would indicate.Casio obviously put as little effort into the packaging as possible, cheap cardboard and a basic plastic stand. It's better than nothing, and it protected the watch, but it was barely holding together when it arrived. The included instructions were useless, but luckily, the functions on the watch are easy to figure out. After a few seconds, I was an expert.If you're in the market for a flight watch, and have your eye on a Citizen Nighthawk or Seiko Flightmaster, the Casio Edifice EF527D-1AV may be a less expensive, but equally functional alternative.