The Casio M-Edition digital watch is available to order again after selling out soon after its launch in January. The watch was developed by PPP Cameras, a UK-based film camera repair specialist founded by Pierro Pozella. The company focuses on restoring vintage photographic equipment. New orders can now be placed through the PPP Cameras website, although deliveries for the current batch are expected to begin in May.
The watch is technically based on the well-known Casio AE-1200WHD digital watch. While the core hardware remains the same, PPP Cameras has added several design changes inspired by Leica M rangefinder cameras. These adjustments mainly focus on visual details that reference the classic camera design.
One of the most noticeable changes is the red circular dial located at the top left of the display. This detail is designed as a reference to the well-known red dot used on Leica camera bodies. The watch also uses a custom red LED for the display light instead of the standard white LED used on the original Casio model. According to PPP Cameras, this choice is meant to resemble the red LED light meter found in classic Leica M cameras.
The watch also comes with a leather strap designed to resemble the leatherette covering used on Leica cameras. PPP Cameras is offering the Casio M-Edition in two finishes: chrome and black. The watch is priced at £160. The retailer ships internationally, though the listed price does not include any import sales tax or customs duties that may apply depending on the buyer’s location.
Like the Casio AE-1200WHD, the M-Edition offers water resistance up to 100 meters, which means it can be worn while swimming. The battery is rated to last about 10 years with typical use. The watch displays the time and date, supports up to five alarms, and can track time across four different time zones.
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(Source, via: Notebookcheck)
