Illuminator AE1500WH Series | 10-Year Battery | LED Backlight | 5-Alarms | 1/100 Sec Stopwatch | Men's Digital Watch

You all know what these watches are, they are the rave on YouTube reviews even by well esteemed watch reviewers. I got 20 plus G-Shocks from the affordable up to the Master of G Mudmasters like the GWG-1000/2000 and even the recent GW-9500 Mudman. But this $20 Casio AE-1500 is just awesome. The look, the feel, and the features are just classic. The star of the show are the large numbers which are just so useful to have plus they have an excellent degree of contrast that is easy to read in low light conditions. I opted for the extra long band because I like the double clasps on the band, I don’t have a large wrist and the extra length does not bother me. I did not take it off for a week and it is going to be difficult to get my G Shocks back in rotation. I had originally wanted the tan/beige color but was sold out. After a week with this black extra long band, I saw the tan one at a local retailer for the same price so why not. First day I put the tan one on and my wife immediately noticed it and loved it. She said it was better looking than any of the expensive Master of G watches I have, so that says a lot about how great a $20 watch is. Just totally awesome, you got to get one if you’re a watch aficionado. Even if you have no justification to get another watch when you may have so many. If you’re like me, I have blown $20 bucks here or there on nothing worth remembering. This is the best way to spend $20 and get some joy for a long time to come. If you’re buying a Casio for the first time, don’t hesitate, you cannot do any better than this watch, do it! UPDATE: I bought here on Amazon a screen protector that fits this watch perfectly, it is the VRWOX [3-Pcs] TPU Screen Protector For AE-1500. This product definitely makes up for the plastic screen the watch comes with and now I have no worries about getting it scratched. Will definitely extend the serviceability of this Casio. I have had the screen protector on all three AE-1500s. Oh by the way I ended buying the dark gray strap with the negative display and so far the best negative display that Casio makes, better than any Master of G or other regular G-Shocks that I own. Still have not worn any of my G-Shocks since buying these AE-1500s.

This is what I would describe as the Poor Man's, Rangeman 9500. The display is huge on this piece and has a nice wrist presence as well. I was so impressed that I bought the blue and tan resin colors. My plan is to upgrade the plastic, resin strap on both and install NATO straps. It has all your basic functions; Timer, Stopwatch and 5 Alarms. It lacks the Worldtime feature found on most G-Shocks, but does have a secondary time feature you can set for any timezone of your choice. I chose UTC for mine. It has two amber LEDs that light up the dial face very well in low light conditions. Overall its a nice timepiece for a good price. This watch punches way above it's price point. One drawback I noted on it is it's acrylic crystal. Mineral glass would've been nice, but at this price not a deal breaker because you still get a lot of watch for less than $25.00. I opted to purchase a screen protector for mine, but the raised bezel offers protection to the acrylic crystal as well. If you do manage to scratch it, a little Poly Watch should take care of it. All in and as a Casio/G-Shock fanatic, I'm pleased with my purchase. I also opted for the AE1600 square version of this model. I recommend these for those of us getting long in the tooth and who's eyesight isn't what it used to be. These watches with their huge displays make them very easy to read. Keep on Casio rockin' & G-Shock'n.

I have been very satisfied with this watch. While this is not a G-Shock, it has still been very durable for me. As a firefighter, it has held up to a good share of abuse at work and worked flawlessly. As a slightly larger than average man, the size is a happy medium for me. It is not too heavy or overly light and cheap feeling. It comes with all the important features you are generally looking for in a non-smart watch. I especially liked have the option to use 2 different time zones as I am constantly crossing time-zones on a weekly basis. As I said before, this is not a G-Shock, so not quite as scratch resistant as those have been for me. I have yet to have any issues reading any of the information on it's face. That said, the face material was the most noticeable difference between this and the more expensive G-Shock. My G-Shock strap has broken 2 times over the 8 years I have owned it, and replacing the strap is almost as expensive just replacing it with one of these instead. This model is basically 1/5 of the price of the G-Shock, but almost as good of quality, with all the same features. Amazing bang for you buck if you are looking for a budget friendly option, or for a cheap way to match an outfit/look.

This Casio Illuminator (dark basil/olive green) has been my daily beater for weeks here in Toronto, and it’s exceeded expectations for such an affordable digital watch. The military-inspired olive green resin case and strap give it a rugged, tactical vibe that matches perfectly with casual outfits or outdoor gear—looks way cooler than basic black. The massive, high-visibility LCD display is incredibly easy to read, even from a distance or at odd angles; big bold numbers for time, day, and date—no squinting needed. Features are packed: 5 independent alarms (great for scheduling shifts or reminders), 1/100-second stopwatch, countdown timer, and world time basics—all accessible with intuitive buttons. 100m water resistance means no worries during rain, handwashing, or light swimming—I’ve worn it in showers and snow without issues. The Illuminator backlight lights up the entire screen brightly for nighttime checks, and that 10-year battery life is a game-changer—no charging or replacements anytime soon. Super comfortable on the wrist despite the larger 51mm case; lightweight resin, extra-long strap fits perfectly (even over sleeves), and it sits snug without bulk. Buttons are responsive and clicky, no accidental presses, and the overall build feels durable for everyday abuse. Only tiny gripe: the beeping on alarms/modes is loud and can’t be silenced easily, but it’s minor for the price. Overall, this is an unbeatable value—rugged, feature-rich, legible, and stylish in green. Perfect for work, travel, or anyone wanting a no-fuss reliable watch. 5/5 stars – If you’re after a tough digital Casio with military flair and insane battery life, grab this one—you won’t regret it!

Perfect tevreden, doet wat het moet doen alleen afwachten hoe lang de batterij effectief meegaat.

This is a brillant buy ! We have searched for a watch with an extra long strap for months ! The service was excellent and we were kept informed about delivery all the way .An excellent service and company to deal with .The watch is brilliant and does exactly what my husband required .I recommend this without hesitation .Worth more than 5 stars !

Excelente reloj, muy bonito y barato. Con batería de 10 años. Se lo regalé a mi padre que es de la tercera edad y no ve bien ya que este modelo tiene los números notablemente grandes y bien definidos. Un buen regalo para nuestras personas mayores o para ti, que buscas un buen diseño y ver la hora de un vistazo.

Delivery on time and the watch is good and original