Casio’s first mechanical watch rumored for June release under Edifice line

A fresh leak on the horizon suggests that Casio could be preparing to launch its first-ever mechanical watch. According to a recent post from an industry insider, the watch is expected to be released in June under the Casio Edifice lineup. However, no official confirmation, price details, or model numbers have surfaced yet.

The post hints at two possible color variants—a black carbon option and a white-dialed version—but does not provide specifics on case size, movement type, or materials. Given that Casio has traditionally focused on quartz and digital timepieces, this potential shift into mechanical watches would be a huge step for the brand’s portfolio. It remains unclear whether Casio would develop an in-house movement or use a third-party caliber.

The leak also raises questions about the watch’s design and intended market. Some users are speculating that Casio could position it as an affordable mechanical alternative to brands like Seiko, while there's also a chance that it might feature a hybrid quartz-mechanical movement rather than a fully mechanical one. Additionally, the case size and bracelet options are also unknown, with some hoping for a standard 40mm option with interchangeable lugs.

If true, this release would be a huge - rather, generational departure from Casio’s typical launches. While the G-Shock series has now embraced high-end materials like titanium and carbon composites, a fully mechanical movement would be an unprecedented step for the brand - since the Japanese company was partly responsible for the well-known "Quartz Revolution".

Until more details surface, all this info should be taken with a grain of salt. Even though the leaker is pretty reliable considering their track record, this is still a brand-new leak with no official backing from Casio. For now, fans will have to wait for further updates and/or additional leaks to clarify whether Casio is truly entering the mechanical watch space or if this is simply an unverified rumor.

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