Vintage Casio W-26 Digital Alarm Chronograph Watch – Module 248 – 50M Water Resist
Retro square-case Casio digital with alarm, chronograph, 50M water resistance and that classic 80s/90s look—ready to wear and enjoy.
This Casio W-26 is a classic early digital from the golden era of Casio. It uses module 248 and has all the functions people look for in a vintage Casio: time, day/date, alarm, stopwatch, hourly chime and 12/24-hour display.
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The black resin case and integrated strap give it that unmistakable vintage Casio profile. It’s light on the wrist, super comfortable, and has a ton of retro charm without being bulky.
Key Details
- Brand: Casio
- Model: W-26
- Module: 248
- Movement: Quartz digital
- Case Material: Black resin with stainless steel screw-back
- Dial / Display: Digital LCD with day, date and time
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Functions:
- Time with seconds
- Day & date
- Alarm
- Chronograph (stopwatch)
- Hourly chime
- 12/24-hour modes
- Backlight
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- Water Resistance: 50M (per caseback)
- Case Size: Approx. mid-size vintage digital (wears similar to ~35–36mm wide)
- Strap: Black resin strap with buckle (Casio-style, integrated to the case)
- Country of Manufacture: Japan (marked “Japan H” on caseback)
- Era: Vintage 1980s–1990s digital
Condition
- Display: LCD is clear and fully readable in all segments.
- Crystal: Shows noticeable surface scratches and marks from normal wear (see photos).
- Case: Resin case has scuffs and wear along edges and corners from use but no major cracks.
- Caseback: Stainless back shows brushing and scratches from opening, engraving still clearly legible.
- Strap: Black resin strap with normal wear; still usable and wearable.
Overall, a nice honest vintage piece with expected wear but no abuse. Photos are the best guide to condition, so please review them closely.
Function & Testing
- Watch is running at time of listing.
- Time, date, alarm, chronograph, 12/24-hour mode and backlight have been tested and are working.
- Battery is currently good; new battery