Key Takeaways
1. Casio has introduced two models from the new Edifice EFS-S650 collection on its UK site: EFS-S650D-2A (navy blue) and EFS-S650D-3A (British racing green).
2. The watches feature a new design with a ceramic bezel for increased scratch resistance and a uniform appearance, along with a fine vertical stripe dial and luminous hands.
3. Functional features include a 1-second stopwatch, date display, battery-level indicator, low-charge alert, ±20 sec/month accuracy, and 100m water resistance.
4. The Edifice EFS-S650DC-1A model is not yet available in the UK, indicating a staggered release, with standard models priced at £209.
5. Casio’s typical release pattern suggests that European shipments may begin before the end of summer, followed by other regions.
Casio has quietly advanced the new Edifice EFS-S650 collection a bit closer to retail, by adding two of the three solar-powered chronographs to its UK site. The listings for the navy-blue EFS-S650D-2A and the British-racing-green EFS-S650D-3A provide us with our first official product images and affirm the main specifications that were leaked earlier in June. Check them out below:
Design Updates
Casio continues to use an integrated-bracelet design, but changes the usual aluminum bezel to a shiny ceramic ring. This switch not only increases scratch resistance but also allows the bezel color to match the dial: midnight blue for the 2A and deep emerald for the 3A. Each dial features a fine vertical stripe design, three recessed sub-dials, and slim luminous hands. Since the power needs of a chronograph can be demanding, it’s smart that solar panels are placed under the indexes, keeping the design looking uniform and opaque instead of semi-transparent.
Functional Features
In terms of functionality, the S650 remains a simple everyday chronograph: it has a 1-second stopwatch (up to 29:59), a date display at three o’clock, a battery-level indicator, and a low-charge alert. Casio claims a ±20 sec/month accuracy and a 100-m water resistance rating, which makes the watch safe for swimming but not really for diving.
Availability and Pricing
The Edifice EFS-S650DC-1A – featuring a black case/bracelet and a gray dial – is not listed in the UK catalog at this time, which might suggest a staggered regional release. With the standard stainless models already priced at £209, we can anticipate that the ion-plated variant will be priced somewhat higher when it eventually arrives.
Though no stock date is provided, Casio usually changes “Notify Me” to “Add to Cart” in a few weeks after publication. If past trends hold true, European shipments may start before summer ends, followed closely by Asia and North America.
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