Casio CA-53WF-1BDF

The Casio Vintage CA-53WF-1B is a stealthy, modern update to one of the most recognizable digital timepieces ever created. Featuring a distinctive rectangular resin case measuring 34.4 mm in width and 43.2 mm lug-to-lug, this ultra-lightweight 25-gram watch boasts a remarkably slim 8.2 mm profile. This specific model elevates the classic geek-chic aesthetic with a sleek, monochromatic “blackout” colorway, substituting the original’s colorful keypad text for a minimalist look and swapping the standard screen for a cool, negative LCD display (light text on a dark background). The result is a highly versatile, retro-futuristic accessory that seamlessly blends 1980s nostalgia with contemporary streetwear sensibilities.

Powered by a highly reliable Casio quartz movement, the CA-53WF-1B is packed with practical daily functions including its signature 8-digit calculator, dual time capabilities, a 1/100-second stopwatch, an auto-calendar, and a daily alarm. This model holds a legendary place in cinematic history, as it is a direct modern iteration of the iconic calculator watch famously worn by Marty McFly in Back to the Future Part II—though this specific version gives the famous silhouette a tactical, different-colored blackout update. Operating on a single CR2016 battery with an approximate 5-year lifespan, the watch is secured by a comfortable, flexible black resin strap and offers standard everyday splash resistance, making it an enduring and conversation-starting classic.

Basic Information

Reference: CA-53WF-1B
Collection: Casio Vintage
Case Dimensions: 34.4 mm (Lug-to-lug: 43.2 mm)
Case Thickness: 8.2 mm
Case Material: Resin
Water Resistance: Water Resistant (Splash resistant)
Movement Type: Quartz Digital

Movement & Features

Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, am/pm, year, month, date, day
Special Features: 8-digit calculator, Dual time, 1/100-second stopwatch, Daily alarm, Hourly time signal, Auto-calendar, 5-year battery life

Exterior

Crystal: Resin glass
Dial Colour: Black (Negative LCD display)
Band Material: Resin
Band Colour: Black
Clasp Type: Pin buckle