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product_id: 75746159
title: "Casio Vintage Retro Collection Metal Watch A168W"
brand: "casio"
price: "R3664"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/75746159-casio-vintage-retro-collection-metal-watch-a168w
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Bright EL backlight Water resistant splash-proof 7-year battery life Casio Vintage Retro Collection Metal Watch A168W

**Brand:** casio
**Price:** R3664
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Own the glow of vintage cool with modern reliability ⏱️

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Casio Vintage Retro Collection Metal Watch A168W by casio
- **How much does it cost?** R3664 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/75746159-casio-vintage-retro-collection-metal-watch-a168w)

## Best For

- casio enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted casio brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Reliable Everyday Power:** Long-lasting 7-year lithium battery means less hassle, more style.
- • **Splash-Ready Durability:** Water resistance protects your watch from accidental splashes and unexpected rain.
- • **Illuminate Your Schedule:** Brilliant EL backlight and easy-to-read LCD keep you on time, day or night.
- • **Timeless Retro Gold Glow:** Iconic 90's digital style meets modern gold-tone stainless steel for standout wrist appeal.
- • **Effortless All-Day Comfort:** Slim 9.6mm profile with adjustable clasp ensures a perfect fit under any cuff or sleeve.

## Overview

The Casio Vintage Retro Collection Metal Watch A168W blends nostalgic 90's digital design with contemporary gold-tone stainless steel. Featuring a slim 9.6mm case, bright EL backlight, water resistance, and a 7-year battery life, this watch offers durable, stylish, and reliable timekeeping perfect for professionals who value both form and function.

## Description

Vintage Watch: Casio A168W with Digital Retro Style A vintage watch that's perfect for those who desire ease of use, a comfortable fit, retro style, and an affordable price, the Casio A168W delivers. A member of the beloved Casio A168 series, this gold colorway goes all in with a gold-tone watch face around the LCD and gold-tone, stainless-steel band. "Illuminator" is displayed proudly across the face, as the A168 gained popularity in the 90's for it's bright EL backlight, one of the A168's major distinctions from the Casio A158. Brilliant backlight, brilliant gold luster: that's the Casio A168WG vintage watch. Casio A168: Vintage Watch, Modern Performance Reliability and durability ensure the A168 is a favorite among those who want an everyday watch with impeccable style. Water resistance ensures that your classic digital watch is protected from accidental splashes and sudden rainstorms. The stainless-steel band helps to protect the timepiece from everyday bumps, helping give you peace of mind. The band's adjustable clasp ensures a comfortable fit, making the A168WG-9 a reliable watch you'll want to wear. At 9.6mm thin, the watchcase's slim design ensures you can wear it with any apparel without having to worry about the watch getting in the way. It's easy to see how Casio's legacy has been built on decades of trust in design and performance. An approximately 7-year battery powers this classic gold watch, including the daily necessities of an alarm and stopwatch. The stopwatch measures elapsed time, split time, and 1st - 2nd place times, as both the alarm and stopwatch help you to organize your day without the distractions of a smartphone. The A168 offers the most important features that many are looking for in an affordable, classic watch: a fantastic gold look coupled with the easy read of a digital LCD. Explore Casio's entire vintage watch collection, and see why people have trusted Casio for decades with their classic timepiece needs.

## Features

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## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Asin | B07GT8P2SR |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Best Sellers Rank | #5,218 in Men's Wrist Watches |
| Date First Available | August 24, 2018 |
| Department | Unisex-adult |
| Item Model Number | A168WEGB-1BDF |
| Manufacturer | Casio |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 5 x 5 inches; 5.64 ounces |

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does band have a clasp? Or is it just a stretch band?**
A: I just checked with my son who I gifted this to and he said it is a clasp band. He loves this watch because of the retro style and gets so many compliments on it!

**Q: is the band metal?  if so, can links be removed?**
A: hi 
yes they are in metal 
and yes you can remove 

thank you

**Q: Hi, is that model original? Do you ship with a box, instructive and warranty?**
A: I'm pretty sure is a replica, Vintage collection. Yes, ship with everything! Well protected too

**Q: Is the case metal?**
A: Yes

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Thank goodness
*by  on Reviewed in the United States July 22, 2026*

very classy to wear going out for a wedding/date. pairs well with just about everything

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The watch to wear if you like compliments
*by  on Reviewed in the United States June 30, 2026*

Watch is AWESOME. timeless classic that you will wear the rest of your life. This is my 3rd one, I have never had so many compliments on a watch before. I had one back in high school and even though it’s banged up I still have it around… battery still works

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ More compliments then my Rolex and Tudor
*by  on Reviewed in the United States June 25, 2026*

Just classic. Gets more compliments then my Rolex's or Tudor's. Seriously. Best watch I've ever purchased. Considering purchasing a bunch more so I'll never be without, but don't see a reason because this thing just doesn't stop.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Casio A168W (Vintage Collection)
- Casio A158WA Series | Unisex Digital Watch | Vintage | WR | 100 SEC Stop Watch | Daily Alarm | Regular Time Keeping: Hour, Minute, Second, PM, Date, Day | Led Light | 7 Yr Battery

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-06*