Casio AMW-880D-2A1 Stainless Steel Men's Analog-Digital Watch

The Casio AMW-880D-2A1 is a men's analog-digital watch in stainless steel, built for everyday wear with a sporty look and a 50-meter water resistance rating. Two hands handle the time at a glance while a digital display adds the calendar, world time and stopwatch functions, so you get a practical, durable watch rather than a dress piece.

The Casio AMW-880D-2A1 men's analog-digital watch uses a stainless steel case and band with a one-touch three-fold clasp, so it fastens and releases without fuss. A CR2025 cell is rated for 10 years of battery life, which keeps battery changes rare. Mineral glass covers the dial, the case measures 51.9 × 47 × 12 mm and the watch weighs 154 g, while the band fits wrists from 150 to 205 mm. Timekeeping is rated at ±30 seconds per month, and an amber LED light with afterglow lights the digital readout in the dark.

Key features and benefits of the Casio AMW-880D-2A1

• Analog-digital display: Two analog hands show hour and minute, while the digital panel adds hour, minute, second, am/pm, month, date and day. You read the time at a glance and still get the extra detail a digital section provides.
• Stainless steel case and band: Both the case and the band are stainless steel. That metal build takes everyday knocks and keeps its finish through regular wear.
• 50-meter water resistance: The watch is rated to 50 meters, which covers swimming and light water activity. It is not built for diving.
• 10-year battery life on CR2025: A CR2025 cell is rated for 10 years of running. That means very few battery changes across the life of the watch.
• Tele memo for 30 entries: The Tele memo function stores up to 30 sets of data, each with an 8-character name and a 16-digit telephone number. It keeps a short list of key contacts on your wrist instead of in a phone.
• LED light with amber afterglow: The LED lights the digital display and holds a warm amber glow for a moment after you release it. Reading the numbers in a dark room or a car park is straightforward.
• Full auto-calendar to 2099: The calendar tracks month lengths and leap years through to the year 2099. You set it once and leave the date alone.
• Mineral glass crystal: Mineral glass shields the dial from minor bumps and scratches. It keeps the display clear during normal daily use.
• Stopwatch and world time: Both functions sit in the digital section for timing a run or checking the time in another city. They cover the practical jobs a sporty watch is usually asked to do.
• One-touch three-fold clasp: The clasp opens with a single press and folds back flat against the wrist. Band length adjusts across a 150 to 205 mm range.
• Hourly time signal and 12/24-hour format: An audible signal can mark each hour, and the display switches between 12-hour and 24-hour time. Both settings suit different habits and working days.
• Case size, weight and accuracy: The case measures 51.9 × 47 × 12 mm and the watch weighs 154 g, with timekeeping rated at ±30 seconds per month. It wears as a substantial metal watch and holds close time for daily use.

Who the Casio AMW-880D-2A1 men's watch is for

The Casio AMW-880D-2A1 suits men who want one watch to cover work, weekends and travel without switching pieces. The steel build stands up to daily handling, the 50-meter rating means you can keep it on for a swim, and the digital side handles dates, a second time zone and timing tasks. It is a sensible choice for anyone who likes the look of a metal analog watch but does not want to give up the functions of a digital one.

• Everyday wear at work, at college or around the house
• Swimming and light outdoor activity where a watch should stay on
• Travel, with world time and a full auto-calendar on the wrist
• Keeping a short list of phone numbers without reaching for a phone
• A first metal watch for someone moving up from a plain digital model

Less suitable if: you need a watch rated for diving or for extreme sports, since 50-meter water resistance is aimed at swimming and everyday contact with water.

Casio AMW-880D-2A1 specifications

Using and caring for the Casio AMW-880D-2A1

The Casio AMW-880D-2A1 is built to be worn daily, and a few simple habits keep it looking right. Wipe the stainless steel case and band with a soft damp cloth after wear, then dry them, so skin oils and dust do not dull the finish. Check that the crown is pushed fully in before you swim, and keep the watch away from strong chemicals and very hot or very cold places, which stress both the metal and the glass.

• Rinse and dry the band after swimming or heavy sweating to keep the links clean.
• Use a soft cloth on the mineral glass rather than a rough sleeve, which can leave fine marks.
• Set the calendar once and let the full auto-calendar handle month lengths and leap years.
• Have the CR2025 cell replaced when the display dims or the watch stops, which is rated to happen after about 10 years.

How to choose the right men's watch

Four things decide whether a watch fits your week: the material, the water resistance, the display type and the size. Stainless steel, as used on the case and band here, resists everyday wear and suits both office and casual dress. A 50-meter rating covers swimming and rain but stops short of diving. An analog-digital layout gives you hands plus a digital readout, which is useful if you want a stopwatch, calendar or world time on the same watch. Finally, check the numbers: this case is 51.9 × 47 × 12 mm at 154 g, and the band fits wrists from 150 to 205 mm, so it wears as a sizeable metal watch.

Frequently asked questions

What materials is the Casio AMW-880D-2A1 made from?

The case, bezel and band are stainless steel, and mineral glass covers the dial. The metal build is what gives the watch its weight of 154 g and its resistance to everyday knocks.

Can the Casio AMW-880D-2A1 be worn swimming?

Yes. It carries a 50-meter water resistance rating, which is intended for swimming and light water activity. It is not a diving watch.

How long does the battery last?

The watch runs on a CR2025 cell rated for 10 years of battery life. That long span means a battery change is a rare event rather than a yearly task.

What can the Tele memo store?

Tele memo holds up to 30 sets of data, each with an 8-character name and a 16-digit telephone number. It is a small contact list you can carry without a phone.

Will the band fit my wrist?

The band is sized for wrists between 150 and 205 mm. The one-touch three-fold clasp opens and closes with a single press and holds the band flat.

Does the watch show the date without resetting?

Yes. A full auto-calendar runs to the year 2099 and adjusts for different month lengths and leap years. The digital section also shows the day of the week.

How readable is the display in the dark?

An LED light with amber afterglow illuminates the digital readout. The glow lingers briefly after release, so you can read the numbers in a dark room.

How accurate is the timekeeping?

Casio rates the watch at ±30 seconds per month. The analog hands show hour and minute, and the digital section adds seconds, am/pm, month, date and day.