You get the rugged, go-anywhere reliability of a Casio digital brain, wrapped in a custom chassis that looks like a million bucks but costs less than a dinner for two. The process of modding—of risking the $20 watch to create a $200 look—teaches you more about watchmaking than just buying a Seiko.

These mods change how the watch looks and performs in various lighting conditions. Casio W 800h Mod - Etsy

The stock resin strap is functional but basic. Many users opt for:

Once you start, you’ll never look at a stock W-800H the same way again.