Casio has released the PRW-6900Y and PRW-6900YL with an octagonal metal bezel to its PRO TREK line of outdoor watches.
The three new watches are equipped with Triple Sensor (digital compass, barometer/altimeter, and thermometer), as well as Multi Band 6 radio wave reception from six transmission stations around the world.
A Tough Solar charging system is also incorporated to provide stable power for these functions.
Combining PRO TREK sensors with timekeeping functions, the PRW-6900Y and PRW-6900YL are outdoor watches inspired by bushcraft, which is the art of camping in the wild that many outdoor enthusiasts love.
The bushcraft style, in which campers enjoy living out in nature with a minimum of tools such as an axe and knife, surviving by their knowledge of the outdoors, has become increasingly popular, especially among expert campers.
The stainless steel octagonal bezel features tapered edges, evoking the sharp edge of a sturdy wood axe.
The circumference of the bezel top is ground with fine lines, while the tapered edges and sides are polished with hairline and mirror finishes and ion plated for a sharp, tough impression.
The surface of the dial is textured to capture the cast iron look of a Dutch oven.
In addition to a second hand with a campfire-inspired color scheme, the inset dial indicator hand recalls the blade of a camping knife, bringing further bushcraft elements into the design.