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Casio has officially released two new variations of its Baby-G BG-169 watch in the United States. The two models, the black BG-169GD-1 and the white BG-169GD-7, originally debuted in the Japanese market last month and are now available through Casio’s US storefront for $99.
Design Details
The design of these new models leans heavily into a 1990s and early 2000s aesthetic. Casio describes the styling as a nod to the grunge rock scene of that era, which translates practically to a muted, matte finish across the resin bands and bezels. Both watches retain the familiar compact, round case shape of the standard BG-169 series, complete with the signature metal front protectors over the display.
In terms of dimensions, the watches measure 45.9 x 42.6 x 16.4 mm and weigh just 43 grams. They are designed to fit wrist sizes ranging from 135 to 200 mm. The hardware is standard for the Baby-G line, featuring a shock-resistant resin construction and a mineral glass display. They also offer 200 meters of water resistance, making them suitable for swimming and basic water activities.
Internally, the watches run on a standard CR1616 battery, which Casio estimates will last for about three years before needing a replacement. The feature set includes the usual digital watch staples: a 1/100-second stopwatch, a countdown timer, five daily alarms, and a white LED backlight with an afterglow function. It also supports world time across 29 time zones and 30 cities.
Both models include a Telememo function, a pre-smartphone feature that allows users to manually store up to 25 contacts directly on the watch, with each entry holding an eight-character name and a 12-digit phone number. There is also a built-in Day Counter that can be programmed to count down to a specific target date, supporting dates all the way up to December 31, 2049.
In related news, Casio has recently launched a new DW-5600 G-Shock collaboration with a striking gold-and-black finish, alongside new premium Frogman and Mudmaster watches built for extreme conditions.
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