Casio is introducing the all-new Pro Trek PRW-50 series in June 2019. The PRW-50 is very much like the PRW-60 that was released in select countries, offering the same functions (Tough Solar, Multi-Band 6, Triple Sensor) as the extra-large PRW-6100 in a smaller case designed for climbers.
The PRW-50 is the same size (50.5 x 47.2 x 13.3 millimeters) as the PRW-60 and has the same functions including 100-meter water resistance and full auto dual LED lights with the Neon Illuminator black light. Other notable features include an STN LCD display, (barometer) pressure trend information alarm, low temperature specification (-10°C/14°F), compass needle position automatic correction, and a needle retraction function when using the LCD for altitude, air pressure, and temperature measurements.
Differences from the PRW-60 are cosmetic and include numbered markers, slimmer hands, and a prominently textured bezel edge. The overall design appears to be a more conventional style. Like the PRW-60, the bands are easily removable using the quick-release slide levers.
In Japan, the debut Pro Trek PRW-50 models will have a price range of 54,000-64,000 JPY.
Update: The PRW-50Y-1A and PRW-50Y-1B are also being released throughout Asia.
Update 2: The PRW-50T-7A and PRW-50Y-1A are now being sold in North America by Amazon.com
Pro Trek PRW-50Y-1A (Japan MSRP 54,000 JPY): Black dial, black bezel, black Duro-Soft silicone band, 70 grams
Pro Trek PRW-50Y-1B (Japan MSRP 54,000 JPY): White dial, chrome bezel, black Duro-Soft silicone band, 70 grams
Pro Trek PRW-50T-7A (Japan MSRP 64,000 JPY): Dark gray dial, silver bezel, titanium band, 100 grams
Pro Trek PRW-50YFE-2AJR (MSRP 59,000 JPY): Navy blue dial, chrome bezel, changeable black Duro-Soft silicone band and cloth field loop band to attach to equipment and clothing, 70 grams
Photos via news.mynavi.jp
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Casio always frustrates me with the numbered indexes on their Pro Trek line. There are always some numbers getting cut due to the LCD or sensor/mode dial placement. The only model with numbered indexes that, to my eyes, does it right as a “field watch” is the PRW-6600 (I really like the variant with the orange accents and green nylon strap), but even that has the 10 blocked out.
i totally agree with you
Do you believe the release of the prw-50 in the Japan market might signal a potential release of the prw-60 in the U.S market? Both are very nice but the 60 is my preference.
It’s hard to say. Pro Trek releases in the U.S. are rather unpredictable. I think it is more likely that the U.S. would get a newer model than an older one.
Tough Movement?
Automatic pointer calibration?
Tough Movement (which is basically an analog movement with Tough Solar, Multi-Band 6, Hybrid Mount Construction resistant to g-force up to 15G, and Auto Hand Home Position Correction): Yes, like the PRW-60
Automatic pointer calibration: Yes, like the PRW-60 “bidirectional calibration and magnetic declination correction”
You can see official specs now: https://casio.jp/wat/watch_detail/PRW-50Y-1A/
Is there a way to get a stainless/titanium wristband for a PRW60? I got an aftermarket in black but would be nice to have the actual casio.
Yes but it is expensive
Titanium: https://www.pacparts.com/part.cfm?sku=91087240149
Casio USA just listed two variations of the watch on their site. The PRW50T-7A and the PRW50Y-1A. It’s not on the micro site yet and no real information under the description, but do you think this means it’s coming to the US? I have had my eye on the black 1A for quite some time!
Not sure which site you are referring to, but yes, that probably means they are coming to the U.S.
https://www.casio.com/products/watches/pro-trek/prw50y-1a
https://www.casio.com/products/watches/pro-trek/prw50t-7a
I found this model today while walking about and the most significant aspects of this watch are
1. Lightness
It is really very light indeed. So light that it demands a re-adjustment from “Standard G-shock Protocol.” My initial reaction was disappointment, followed by a concern about durability. After some thought, I realised that lightness is the point.
2. Smallness
As a Casio fan, I have owned…well far more watches from this company than I care to admit. This is, for Casio, a small, discrete, thin, conventional watch which does not look like a Casio; Pro-Trek, G-Shock or otherwise. This is a good thing.
3. Unique construction.
This is unlike any Casio (or watch) I have ever seen. It is really clever.
I suggest that any Casio fan approaches this watch with an open mind and remembers why it has been built. It is a tool. It doesn’t feel like “a quality watch.” It is light, small, discrete and unassuming. And that is the point.
Does the pre 50 also have tough movement
Yes
***PRW-50Y Test Mode***
Press ADJUST + MODE + ALTIMETER buttons
[HOD test] — LCD Display Tests
Press COMPASS
Cycles to first LCD display test
1. displays one thick black line and one thin black line
Press ALTIMETER
Cycles through 5 different LCD displays
2. displays two thin black lines
3. displays all pixels black
4. displays 5365 5 (this *should* be the module# – not sure why mine isn’t 5620)
5. displays 006
6. returns to main screen
Pressing ALTIMETER multiple times cycles through Tests
Press any button (other than ALTIMETER or COMPESS) to exit tests and return to main screen
[CTY test ] — displays current City setting
Pressing COMPASS moves second hand to current City setting
Pressing COMPASS again returns to main screen
[RCV test] — tests receiver
Pressing COMPASS once displays J40
(Fukushima, Japan atomic radio band 40kHz)
Pressing COMPASS again test J40 radio band (RC! indicates receiving test failed)
Pressing COMPASS again displays J40NG (No Good, if failed)
Pressing ALTIMETER cycles to next receiver test J60 displayed
(Kyushu, Japan atomic radio band 60kHz)
Pressing COMPASS again test J60 radio band (RC! indicates receiving test failed)
Pressing COMPASS again displays J60NG (No Good, if failed)
Pressing ALTIMIETER cycles to next receiver test U60 displayed
(Colorado, US atomic radio band 60kHz)
Pressing COMPASS again test U60 radio band (RC! indicates receiving test failed)
Pressing COMPASS again displays U60NG (No Good, if failed)
Pressing ALTIMIETER cycles to next receiver test D77 displayed
(Mainflingen, Germany atomic radio band 77.5kHz)
Pressing COMPASS again test D77 radio band (RC! indicates receiving test failed)
Pressing COMPASS again displays D77NG (No Good, if failed)
Pressing ALTIMIETER cycles to next receiver test L60 displayed
(Anthorn, England atomic radio band 60kHz)
Pressing COMPASS again test L60 radio band (RC! indicates receiving test failed)
Pressing COMPASS again displays L60NG (No Good, if failed)
Pressing ALTIMIETER cycles to next receiver test B01 displayed
(Shangqui, China atomic radio band 68.5kHz)
Pressing COMPASS again test B01 radio band (RC! indicates receiving test failed)
Pressing COMPASS again displays B01NG (No Good, if failed)
Pressing ALTIMIETER cycles to next receiver test D02 displayed
(???)
Pressing COMPASS again test D02 radio band (RC! indicates receiving test failed)
Pressing COMPASS again displays D02NG (No Good, if failed)
Pressing ALTIMIETER cycles back through receiver tests J40, J60, U60, D77, L60, B01, D02
Press any button (other than ALTIMETER or COMPESS to exit)
[SLR test] — tests Solar Panel and Light Sensor
Pressing COMPASS starts light sensor test
Cover watch face
If light sensor test passes, 888 is displayed
Press any button to return to main screen
[TLT test] — tests Tilt Sensor
Pressing COMPASS starts Tilt sensor test
Tilt watch face 40 degrees
If Tilt sensor test passes, 888 is displayed
Press any button to return to main screen
[MVT test] — tests Compass Movement
Pressing COMPASS displays E 00
Press COMPASS (wait) and Press COMPASS again twice to enter test
Second hand Compass moves and display flashes as test is running
Press any button to return to main screen
[SFT test] — tests ???
Pressing COMPASS displays MIN 0
Press ALTIMETER displays HOUR 0
Press any button exits test
[AGE test] — tests ???
Pressing COMPASS enters AGE mode
Second hand skips movements
Press any button exits test
[PAL test] — tests ???
Pressing COMPASS displays S01 00
Press ALTIMETER displays M01 00
Press ALTIMETER displays S02000
Press ALTIMETER displays M02000
Press ALTIMETER displays HR
Press COMPASS tests hour hand movement – one full cycle clockwise
Press ALTIMETER displays SUB
Press COMPASS tests subdail hand movement – one full cycle clockwise
Press ALTIMITER cycles back to S01 00
Press any button exits test
[JTR test] — tests ???
Pressing COMPASS displays OF0 then switches to J1
Press any button exits test
[AT -.- test] [JTR test] — tests ???
Pressing COMPASS displays 0
Press any button exits test
cycles back to [HOD test]