Rare Vintage Casio Heli Fighter GH-16 Digital Game Watch Module 498 JDM 1980s

Up for sale is an exceptionally rare vintage Casio Heli Fighter GH-16 digital game watch, featuring Module 498 and produced for the Japan Domestic Market (JDM) during the 1980s. The Casio game watch series is among the most sought-after and collectible digital watches ever made, with the Heli Fighter GH-16 being a particularly rare model featuring its distinctive helicopter-themed built-in game and classic early 1980s Casio styling. The watch is in full working condition, and all features and functions are operating properly, including the timekeeping, alarm, and game functions. It is becoming increasingly difficult to find these early Casio digital game watches today, especially rare models such as the Heli Fighter in fully functional condition. The watch is fitted on an aftermarket strap, as the original strap deteriorated with age. The LCD has slight screen bleed visible around some of the edges of the display, along with one small bleed dot near the time display. This does not affect the functionality of the watch or its game and timekeeping functions. The watch has signs of use and age consistent with its vintage nature. Considering the rarity of this model and the fact that it remains fully operational, it is a particularly desirable surviving example. The photos best describe its physical condition and should be reviewed carefully by interested buyers. Key Details: * Brand: Casio * Model: Heli Fighter GH-16 * Module: 498 * Features: Digital game watch, time, alarm * Market: Japan Domestic Market (JDM) * Era: 1980s * Strap: Aftermarket strap * Condition: Full working condition. All features and functions operate properly. Slight screen bleed around portions of the display edges and one small bleed dot near the time display that does not affect functionality. A fantastic opportunity to own one of Casio’s increasingly difficult-to-find vintage digital game watches. The Heli Fighter GH-16 is a very rare model, and examples in full working condition have become especially difficult to find, making this an excellent addition to any serious vintage Casio, digital watch, or early electronic game collection. Ships carefully. Feel free to message me with any questions.