Key Takeaways
1. Casio has launched the AQ‑800EST‑1A watch in collaboration with Stranger Things, coinciding with the show’s final season in November.
2. The watch features a unique design with creeping vine motifs and indices in the Stranger Things font, along with themed packaging and an engraved “001” caseback.
3. It retains AQ‑800 specifications, including a resin case, stainless-steel bracelet, water-resistance, dual-time display, and various functions like a stopwatch and daily alarm.
4. Casio has previously collaborated with Stranger Things, with other models like the A120WEST-1A and DW-5600, enhancing promotion for Season 5.
5. The AQ-800EST-1A is priced at ¥17,600 (about $115) in Japan, with a release date in December 2025, while a non-themed version is available for $42 on Amazon.
After a long period of speculation, Casio has unveiled its AQ‑800EST‑1A, a watch that joins forces with Stranger Things, coinciding with the show’s last season debut in November. The timepiece features a specially designed dial, a caseback engraved with “001,” and unique packaging.
Unique Design Elements
The watch maintains the classic analog-digital style of the AQ‑800 but introduces creeping vine designs and indices using the Stranger Things font, symbolizing Vecna’s presence. This theme is reflected in both the dial artwork and promotional images. The back of the watch proudly displays the Stranger Things logo, while the folding clasp bears the “001” mark, relating to Vecna’s tattoo. The packaging includes artwork featuring Demogorgon and vine motifs, echoing the show’s eerie “Upside Down” aesthetic.
Specifications and Features
Beneath its themed exterior, this model sticks to the AQ‑800 specifications: it has a resin case paired with a stainless-steel bracelet, measuring 40.7 × 32.1 × 8.7 mm and weighing 52 grams. It is classified as “water-resistant” for everyday use and comes with resin glass. Battery life is approximately three years when using an SR920W cell, which is typical for standard AQ‑800 watches. The band features an adjustable clasp and fits wrists ranging from 150 to 205 mm, as per the specification sheet. The watch also includes a dual-time display, a stopwatch capable of measuring up to 59’59.99″, a daily alarm with an hourly chime, and an auto-calendar that accommodates 28 days in February. Casio claims an accuracy rate of ±30 seconds each month for this module. The hybrid design presents analog hours and minutes, while the LCD displays digital hour, minute, seconds, PM, month, date, and day.
Previous Collaborations and Pricing
Casio has teamed up with Stranger Things before, releasing other Vintage models like the A120WEST-1A. In addition to the AQ-800EST-1A, there is also a DW-5600 collaboration watch that features the stamp “011.” With these latest additions, Netflix is ramping up promotions for Stranger Things Season 5. Although specific regional pricing details are still under wraps, in Japan, it’s set at ¥17,600 (around $115). Both the Japanese and International product pages note a release date in December 2025, aligning with the season’s premiere. For those interested in a Casio AQ-800 without the themed designs, the Casio AQ-800E-7A is available on Amazon for just $42.
Casio International and Casio Japan continue to engage fans with these creative collaborations.
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