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Rare Vintage Casio Calendar Memo A280 Men’s Digital Watch Module 551 JDM 1980s

■ STATUS: SOLD
THIS TIMEPIECE HAS FOUND A NEW HOME
LAST PRICE
$115.00
BRAND:
Casio
MODEL:
Casio Vintage
MOVEMENT:
Quartz
UNIT CONDITION:
Pre-owned - Good
YEAR:
1980-1989
CASE MATERIAL:
Plastic, Stainless Steel
BAND MATERIAL:
Resin, Rubber
WATER RESISTANCE:
Not Water Resistant
► SELLER'S DESCRIPTION
Up for sale is a rare vintage Casio A280 Calendar Memo men’s digital watch, powered by Module 551 and made in Japan. Produced in the early 1980s, this JDM model is known for its distinctive scrolling monthly calendar display along the bottom of the LCD — an innovative feature that set Casio apart during the early digital era. The watch is in full working condition. All functions — including timekeeping, alarm, stopwatch, and the signature calendar memo — operate exactly as they should. The watch remains in good physical condition, showing light wear consistent with age. The photos best describe its cosmetic condition, so please review them carefully. The watch is fitted with an aftermarket genuine Casio strap, a high-quality Casio replacement for the original band. Key Details: • Brand: Casio • Model: A280 • Module: 551 • Era: Early 1980s • Features: Digital timekeeping, scrolling calendar memo, alarm, stopwatch • Strap: Aftermarket genuine Casio strap • Condition: Fully functional; good physical condition (see photos) • Made in Japan (JDM model) A highly collectible early Casio digital — especially desirable in working condition. Ships carefully. Feel free to message me with any questions.

ADDITIONAL SPECIFICATIONS

Bezel Color:Silver
With Papers:No
Vintage:Yes
Band/Strap:Two-Piece Strap
Reference Number:A280
Case Color:Silver
Department:Men
Type:Wristwatch
Band Color:Black
Watch Shape:Square
Style:Casual, Sport
With Original Box/Packaging:No
Features:Alarm, Annual Calendar, Chronograph
Country of Origin:Japan
Display:Digital

► ARCHIVE FILE: CASIO — BRAND HISTORY

Casio transformed digital watchmaking with the calendar-equipped Casiotron, famously tough G-Shock, and practical Databank watches, creating affordable icons whose early modules and aging resin cases now fascinate collectors.

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