{"id":8395,"date":"2023-06-27T13:33:52","date_gmt":"2023-06-27T11:33:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/?p=8395"},"modified":"2023-06-27T13:40:37","modified_gmt":"2023-06-27T11:40:37","slug":"casio-alien-a100-lieutenant-ripleys-watch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/relojes.wiki\/en\/casio\/alien-a100\/","title":{"rendered":"Casio Alien A100: Lieutenant Ripley’s Watch"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Casio Alien A100 is an iconic digital watch, known for its appearance in the 1979 science fiction film “Alien.”<\/p>\n

Its retro-futuristic design and association with the iconic Lieutenant Ripley have made this watch a sought-after item for collectors and science fiction enthusiasts worldwide.<\/p>\n

In this article, we will analyze the history of the Casio Alien A100, its main features, and the different versions and limited editions that have been released over the years.<\/p>\n\n\n

\u271a Casio Casio Alien A100 – Technical Specifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
Brand<\/th>\nCasio<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n
Model<\/th>\nA100<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Model Year<\/th>\n2021<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Movement<\/th>\nJapanese Quartz<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Caliber<\/th>\nModule 52<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Battery<\/th>\nCR1616 Battery (3 years)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Glass Type<\/th>\nAcrylic<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Case<\/th>\nChrome-plated Plastic Resin<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Strap<\/th>\nStainless Steel or Plastic Resin (depending on the model)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Strap Width<\/th>\n19 millimeters<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Dimensions<\/th>\n40.7 \u00d7 32.7 \u00d7 9.2 mm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Weight<\/th>\n53 grams<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Water Resistance<\/th>\n3 bar (30 meters)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Special Functions<\/th>\nAlarm, Calendar, Stopwatch, LED Backlight<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

\u271a A Bit of History<\/h2>\n

The story behind the Casio Alien A100 is interesting and originates from Casio’s first digital watch with a resin exterior, the F-100 model from 1978.\"Sigourney<\/p>\n

This model was Casio’s first digital watch with a resin case, which provided a lighter weight and more durable construction compared to contemporary watches made of steel at that time.<\/p>\n

However, the true turning point for the F-100 came when it was featured in the 1979 science fiction film “Alien,” where Lieutenant Ripley, portrayed by Sigourney Weaver, wore it on her wrist.<\/p>\n

Specifically, Ripley wore two of these watches joined by a short nylon strap on her wrist. This appearance in the film propelled the F-100 to fame and turned it into an icon.<\/p>\n

The watch became a cult object among fans of the movie and watches in general, and the F-100 models started to be known as “Casio Ripley” or “Casio Alien.”<\/p>\n

As demand for these watches increased significantly, unfortunately, Casio discontinued their production, and they disappeared from the market.<\/p>\n

However, the F-100 models were never forgotten, and eventually, Casio decided to revive them as the A100 series, which is a new line of watches inspired by the F-100 model used by Ripley in the movie “Alien.”<\/p>\n

\u271a Design and Features of the Casio Alien A100<\/h2>\n

The Casio Alien A100 is a reinterpretation of the F-100 model, maintaining its retro-futuristic style and basic features, but with some improvements and variations.<\/p>\n

\u27a4 Case and Crystal<\/h3>\n

The watch case is made of chrome-plated plastic resin, giving it a metallic appearance. While the durability of resin is not as high as that of steel, this material allows the watch to have a lighter weight.
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Its dimensions are 40.7 \u00d7 32.7 \u00d7 9.2 mm, an intermediate size suitable for any wrist and large enough to accommodate the unique design of its buttons.<\/p>\n

The crystal of the Casio Alien A100 is acrylic, making it more resistant to shocks than other harder materials like mineral glass<\/a>, but also more prone to scratches over time.<\/p>\n

Despite this, acrylic is still a good choice for a watch of this type, as it is less expensive and easily repairable in case of damage.<\/p>\n

With this case, the Casio Alien achieves a water resistance of 30 meters (3 bar), making it suitable for daily use and activities such as handwashing, but not for bathing or swimming.<\/p>\n

\u27a4 Display and Dial<\/h3>\n

The dial of the Casio Alien A100 features a simple and elegant layout, with a single-line digital display at the bottom and additional information displayed in small characters at the top.
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The digital display is relatively small but sufficient to show the time and the various functions of the watch.<\/p>\n

However, unlike some other Casio models, there is no second row to display the date, which can be slightly inconvenient for some users.<\/p>\n

To view the date and day, the lower right button must be held down, and the values are displayed only while the button is held.<\/p>\n

As for the LED backlight, it is sufficient for reading the data in low-light conditions. The version with a dark background and clear numbers has slightly worse contrast, but it is still good enough for reading the data at night.<\/p>\n

It is worth mentioning that frequent use of the backlight will reduce battery life, although Casio claims that the battery lasts at least 3 years.<\/p>\n