MDV106 Series | Unisex Analog Watch | 200M WR | Stainless Steel Case | Resin Band | 2 Hand Analog (HR, Min, SEC) | Date Display | Screw Down Crown/Screw Down Caseback | 3 Year Battery

As someone who has several high end watches, after a rather expensive repair I wanted a watch I could wear doing any job without the worry of damaging it. The Casio Duro Marlin ticked all the boxes, and with many top reviews on-line it certainly has an excellent reputation. It is also my first quartz watch. Firstly, the photo shows how the watch arrived from Amazon in a torn and bashed box which was rather disappointing. However, saying that it arrived from the US in six days, six days earlier than advertised and for the cheap knock down price of £50, it wasn’t worth sending back for a new one as the watch was undamaged but it is also now more expensive. NOTE - the spec details say the watch has a 20mm band width, this is WRONG it has a 22mm width. I purchased the silver/black version and the watch has a really nice clear face, it feels robust and has a good weight to it and certainly looks more expensive than it is. The screw down Crown feels very good and is easy to use for a hack and the watch is also pretty much silent. The movement is certainly very accurate and in tests over a week it didn’t drop a second. The strap is okay and is also comfortable but not to my tastes, so I soon swapped it for an Archers Black 22mm NATO strap which I think looks much better. Reports of the lume being poor is not the case with mine, and after a charge on going to bed when I woke up at 5:30am I could still read it well. For those with a small wrist you may find the Duro’s 44mm case a bit on the large size, and it is right on the very limit for my smallish size wrist, but it sits well and feels very comfortable. Otherwise no complaints at all and I am very pleased with my purchase, it’s a lot of watch for your money and a great budget buy for a quality made Divers wristwatch. Well done Casio.

One of the true watch bargains in the world! Sounds a touch over the top? Not a bit of it. A superbly well built stainless steel watch, made by one of the most renowned watch manufacturers, Casio. Millions of timepieces are made by this manufacturer, from the £10 digital classic F91W, probably the highest ever selling digital watch, to G Shocks costing in excess of £8000! This dive style watch is rated to 200 metres water resistant, which I have no doubt it will achieve. It has a three year battery, with replacements that can be bought for well under a pound and very easily swapped. The machining of the case is of a standard expected well beyond its price. The case has a screwdown back and crown and the dial is finished to a very high standard with a gorgeous subtle radial texture. Although the stated total dial and bezel size is 44mm, which might sound big, it wears well for most, due to the relatively short lug to lug distance of 49 mm. With classy polished sides and brushed upper case finishes, this watch can be dressed up with a quality classic strap or dressed down with a canvas or silicon curved end band. To finish off, I’ve found that this great dive watch is ultra accurate. I received mine on the 7th October and it’s gained just one second, today, the 16th December……incredible. Incidentally, this watch is known as a dive ‘style’ only due to the fact that to gain full Diver watch qualification means that every single watch produced, has to be tested to ISO 6425 certification. Even Casio can’t sell a watch that costs approx. £50 and still make a profit whilst carrying out these tests. There are many ISO divers out there that will never take the abuse that this little gem can. If you’ve ever had this watch on your shortlist, just buy it, it’s fabulous and it has a great following all over the globe.

The purchasing process was excellent, the watch arrived 3 early from the States I believe. The watch itself is superb, I've seen review criticising the strap but actually I like it and it's better than many resin/rubber straps I've used before. The face is easily legible and the styling though plain is classic. The second hand alignment with the watchface isn't perfect but I've seen worse on more expensive watches. The case is solid and quite heavy and I expect the watch to be rugged though be aware the crystal is only mineral glass so will scratch though I've seen Youtube showing that sapphire replacements are easy to obtain and with the appropriate equipment or your local friendly watchmaker, easily installed. I may replace the crystal with a sapphire one if it gets badly scratched. I'm very pleased with my purchase, worth every penny. I've already bought a 22mm replacement leather strap though I may only use this occasionally as I like the resin strap and obviously its impervious to water (I often wear my watch in the shower). In short the watch is superb, don't hesitate, buy one you won't regret it. For what it's worth I actually own a 1980's "James Bond" TAG Heuer 1000 dive watch (I bought it new in 1988) and this Casio isn't far behind it in quality and cost far less than the service of my TAG Heuer.

The best affordable dive watch money can buy! The rubber strap is a beautiful design, very rugged and in good light the black even sparkles, inside is Casio's very reliable 2784 quartz movement that takes a SR626SW battery if ever you need to replace, the dial has a fantastic sunburst effect and dances in the light and the contrasting colours are gorgeous. Without a doubt my favourite watch that Casio has made and unlike the newer MDV107 this has the iconic marlin in the dial and caseback, the lume is fantastic with a pip at the 12 mark and the rotating bezel has a nice feel to it, screw down crown with hacking movement means you can precisely adjust time, Great value and was also delivered a few days earlier than planned! 10/10

Really well put together watch for the money. Nicely designed, simple uncluttered face. Very accurate, tough and good for every day wear. I would not wear it to go out for dinner, or to a function, but this is not what the watch was intended for. Its an attractive easy to see diver's watch that does what it says on the tin. A truly fit for purpose watch at an astonishing price. What more do you want? It also is far more accurate than a mechanical, and because of its meagre cost you are not going to worry about it too much. Consequently, it will probably end up being your daily wearer leaving any other more expensive alternatives as just plain unnecessary. I find that this Casio has a constant place amongst my luxury and vintage watches and spends far more time on my wrist than any of my much more expensive watches precisely because of its comfort and functionality. One last thing! This watch is remarkably light, despite great construction and good looks and after a few minutes you hardy know you have it on. Always essential in any wristwatch. buy one! Its a good watch. Take a closer look on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9SXRSjFT9V8

Amazing item. It’s 44mm but doesn’t wear that big at all. It’s more like a 41mm watch in size. It’s been faultless, looks great, survived 2 weeks submerged in a pool/sea in Turkey for 10 hrs/day. It look far more expensive than its real cost and I’m so impressed. The strap is a bit nasty and although I didn’t mind the look of it, it eventually caused a nasty rash so I had to bin it. The watch looks fab with a 22mm NATO strap and I can’t recommend it highly enough. I bought it as a cheap holiday watch to wear in the water but still wear it regularly. It’s not scratched in 8 months, has kept perfect time having a quartz movement and is clear and easy to read. The lume isn’t great but then for £44 what do you expect. It tells the time the same as a watch 200x its price and I’m not scared of losing it. Love it. Fantastic purchase. Don’t worry about it bei g too big. Get one with the Marlin as they look much nicer.

As a watch collector and someone who values "bang for buck" watches I've had my eye on the Casio Duro for a while. However UK retailers normally charge nearer a hundred pounds rather than the fifty bucks our American cousins get this for! So when Amazon had this for sale, at the quite frankly ridiculous price of £38, I swooped in faster than a gluttonous bird of prey with the munchies. Delivery: From the U.S the watch took around 9 days to be delivered. Tracking on Amazon was ok for the first few days, then nothing for five days, however as soon as it reached the UK the delivery update suddenly sprung into life. The watch was delivered by my local postman which was a bonus and last but not lest the tracking number provided by SEKO was about as useful as an ashtray on a motorbike. Watch: So much has been written and said about the Duro so I will list the pros first then a few nitpicks. Pros: +Price +200m Water rating +Easy to read +Second marker hits the Second marks +Strap Monster +Stainless Steel +Marlin on the dial +Sun burst dial +Wears smaller due to shortish lug to lug Nitpicks: It seems churlish to criticise the Duro at the price of £38 but like all watches the Duro is not without faults. Of course a Sapphire crystal would be nice, as well as anti-reflective coating, but that could be upgraded fairly easily and cheaply. Also at 44m this is not a watch that will suit most people, that being said if your wrists are closer to 7 inch than say 6 inches, then you'll be fine as the Duro wears more like a 42mm watch due to the relatively short lug to lug. The supplied strap isn't great and it doesn't have the lume of a Seiko monster or a good mircobrand, like Zelos/Helm. The bezel also isn't the best bezel I've used but it does at lest have little to no back play unlike other more expensive watches I have owned. But hey this is a £38 watch with zero alignment issues, cough Seiko cough! This is the kind of watch you buy as a beater but with the right strap it can become a versatile timepiece to wear on different occasions with the added bonus of carrying an ultra affordable price tag. If you like Divers and don't possess wrists the size of a hobbit then buying this watch is really a no brainer and lastly for those brand snobs out there, you have no idea what you're missing!

This is a very good Casio dive watch at a fantastic price (£37) - I like it very much and if you have any doubts as to wether to get one, don't worry, you won't regret it for a second. I've had a few dive and dive style watches in my collection and have to say this rates as one of the best and at this cost is unbelievable especially considering the quality of the build. To sum it up in 3 words it's affordable, comfortable and accurate. As you can see from the images I've tried it with a few different straps, the original is OK but nothing special and I feel the watch really comes alive with either a leather or coloured rubber one. The face is very clear and easy to read, it's a large piece but doesn't feel like it when you have it on, however the face is easy to read at a glance and the red detail on the second hand is a pleasing feature. The bezel rotates satisfyingly and positions itself well, there is an ever so slight amount of play but for the cost this isn't an issue and it aligns perfectly with the rest of the face. It feels solid and is weighty but not too heavy, certainly not enough to be annoying like some chunkier watches. The Casio is easy to set up, the date is readable but could do with being a touch bigger or perhaps not there at all. Lume-wise, as with a lot of Casio watches it's lacking and does not illuminate strongly or for very long. I've not tested the water resistance but with a screw down caseback and crown it's bound to hold up to the 200m claim. A lovely touch is the Malin fish graphic above the 6 position on the face, it just sets off the watch nicely and is a subtle addition to an otherwise simple timepiece but that's what I love about this watch, it doesn't shout about itself but is nevertheless a classic, nice looking dive watch which I'm very pleased to now own. Buy one now, you won't regret it.

Superbe montre, belle, fiable, étanche ( à 200m!) et solide: Qualité Casio! Le tout pour un prix serré Elle a mis un peu de temps à arriver des USA, pour cause de délais de dédouanement, mais j'étais informé régulièrement de son statut. Je possède également le modèle identique sans le marlin et donc encore moins chère, que j'avais malheureusement rayé dans une chute de vélo à laquelle mon poigné, lui, n'a pas résisté. D'où ce nouvel achat. Merci Amazon!

The Casio Duro has earned its reputation as one of the best budget watches available. The overall quality is impressive for the price, with a solid feel and a classic dive watch design that looks great in both casual and everyday settings. The clasp is secure and comfortable, giving confidence that the watch will stay in place throughout the day. The time display is easy to read at a glance, and the rotating bezel and 200-meter water resistance add useful features that make it feel much more expensive than it is. The luminosity is good and makes the hands and markers visible in low-light conditions. I’ve worn this watch regularly, and it has become one of my favorite choices for everyday use. If you’re looking for a reliable, feature-packed watch with excellent quality, it’s hard to beat this one for the money.

価格の割には、申し分ない。ダイバーズウオッチのスタンダード。サイズ、重さといい、購入して良かった。しかも、時差１カ月間に３秒程度。本当に正確な時計だ。大事に扱っていきたい。

TL,DR: Just get it, you know you want to, and she's a real beauty, ooooh yes! :) Thanks to all the other reviewers, company photos help, of course, but personal photos and comments and videos have convinced me progressively and I finally clicked the Buy button when it went on sale :) Oh boy, am I happy! She's beautiful, really beee-u-teee-full! A bit big but not too much, a bit of weight but not too much, superb quality, finish is perfect, brushed and reflective parts are perfect, soooonice! I'm used to 20-25 years ago standards, when watches for men were smaller, my daily driver is a 35 mm (10 to 4), and about 8 mm thick Wenger. This Casio Marlin is about 44 mmm (10 to 4) and about 12 mm thick and I find it perfectly fine and confortable (all approximate measurements here, with a simple ruler aligned with my eyes, not a caliper, but it gives proportions :)) Finish is really impressive, and I'm a sucker for minor defaults :) I really love the reflections, subtle and perfectly regularly done, really above its price category. Not a second early or late in weeks, everything's fine. Easy to adjust, easier if you push straight while using the flanges as support to prevent the hand from moving a bit with the "clic"and not being properly aligned: thanks to the reviewer who gave this hint, it works (and I really *need* hands to be perfectly aligned with markers :)) Original black plastic strap is fine, really, but I just prefer steel bracelet (old habit), so I'm waiting for mine, ordered the same day, but it just moved a bit in China, so it might be a moment before I see it :) Watch delivered a day late, and the enveloppe was flat and the box was a bit crushed, not enough to damage the watch, but not good for a present... OK for me... as the present was from me to me! :) For the slight delay, Amazon automatically credited approximately the same amount as the delivery fees, without any action from me, so no complaint here :) Really, if you've done your homework, you've seen all the Amazon and YouTube reviews, and you *know* you have to get one... just do it, you won't regret it! Even better if you can catch a promo price :) It's all you've seen and heard, and even a bit more when you open the package, you'll feel the "Ooooh... woooow, yeeeees" inside :) I still feel it every day, as I put it on display where I can glance at her discretely anytime I'm in the sofa (don't tell my girlfriend!) Hope this review will help someone, as I've been helped by others :) Have a nice day, stay safe.

Casio duro, o per meglio dire MDV106-1AV è un diver proposto dalla famossissima casa giapponese che tutti noi, almeno una volta, abbiamo sentito rammentare. Questo prodotto, come altri della medesima marca sono noti soprattutto per lo strepitoso rapporto tra qualità e prezzo. Infatti ad un costo di poco meno di 80 euro è possibile mettere mano su un orologio molto affidabile ma soprattutto molto piacevole alla vista date le linee semplici che richiamano orologio molto più blasonati. Questo aspetto rende certamente adatto questo orologio a chi, come noi ragazzi, non vuole spendere molto ma comunque desidera un orologio di grande qualità che non passerà certamente inosservato. Dal punto di vista delle caratteristiche tecniche c’è poco da dire, un movimento al quarzo, molto preciso e performante, che offre la complicazione del datario ad ore 3. L’impermeabilità è un punto forte dell’orologio, infatti come si può leggere dal quadrante, può resistere, o almeno è progettato per farlo, fino ad una profondità pari a 20 bar o 200 metri anche grazie alla corona a vite che garantisce una minor possibiltà di infiltrazione di liquidi. Il tutto costruito con acciaio INOX che assicura, grazie alla presenza del cromo, la formazione di uno strato protettivo molto sottile che protegge il metallo e quindi tutto l’orologio dall'azione dell'ossigeno e degli agenti chimici esterni. Le dimensioni sono importanti infatti abbiamo tra le mani un orologio con diametro pari a 44 mm , uno spessore di 12 con una larghezza del cinturino di 20 mm il tutto con un peso di circa 82. Altra caratteristica riguarda la chiarezza e leggibilità degli indici e delle sfere sul quadrante attraverso vetro minerale. Sempre in relazione alla leggibilità troviamo sfere ed indici ricoperti con materiale fluorescente che permette la visibilità anche in ambienti privi, o parzialmente privi, di fonti di luce. La ghiera unidirezionale nera è leggermente dura ma comunque di buona qualità e presenta un indice ad ore 12 fatto anchesso di materiale visibile al buio. In dotazione è presenta un cinturino diver in resina di colore nero con fibbia satinata di media qualità ed uno stand per il supporto dell’orologio quando non lo si indossa. In conclusione si può affermare che l’oggetto in questione è certamente di ottima qualità se guardiamo il prezzo che lo rende certamente uno dei migliori diver economici di sempre.