Casio’s Discontinued G-Shock Alternative Is Now Heavily Discounted for Prime Day

This might be the last time you’ll ever be able to find the brand’s most capable outdoor watch this affordable.

Digital Casio Pro Trek watch with black resin band, silver bezel marked with compass directions, and "Tough Solar" label.

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Prime Day is still happening on Amazon’s website, where you can get some of the latest, greatest tech and accessories at steep discounts. But what’s been raising eyebrows among Casio fanatics is the resurfacing of the Pro Trek models that were technically phased out a couple of years ago now.

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Discounted at least 43% off across three variants, the fan-favorite digital timepiece will eventually be gone for good, making this possibly your last chance to buy one brand-new.

Black Casio Pro Trek digital watch with compass bezel and rubber strap on textured black surface next to a climbing carabiner. — Casio’s ubiquitous Pro Trek PRW-3500 series digital watch was the first in the lineup to combine Triple Sensor tech and 200m of water resistance. It’s now 43% off for Prime Day.

An undisputed classic

Casio released the PRW-3500 series back in 2015 as the brand’s most capable all-around outdoor watch ever. It combined 200m of water resistance with the latest Triple Sensor tech (measuring altitude, barometric pressure, compass direction and temperature) for the first time in the history of the Pro Trek family.

Digital Casio Pro Trek watch with a black and silver bezel showing compass directions and multiple sensor functions. — Despite its outdoor proclivities, the 3500 is a deceptively stylish gorpcore timepiece.

Black Casio Pro Trek digital watch with silver bezel marked with compass directions and textured buttons. — You get plenty of utility with the rotating compass bezel, sunset-sunrise data and ABC functionality.

I’ve been wearing the 3500 as part of my rotation for years, both on and off the trail. Despite sporting a chunky 53.4mm case (in resin) with a stainless steel compass bezel, the watch has a sneaky gorpcore aesthetic that looks utilitarian yet deceptively sleek.

Digital Casio watch face displaying time 10:58 with compass bezel showing cardinal directions. — The Super Illuminator LED backlight is one of the crispest you’ll find on a digital watch.

The extra-wide display arguably has a leg up on any other Casio model, G-Shock or otherwise. Plus, the white LED Super Illuminator backlight is crisper and brighter than any timepiece I’ve experienced. The display was improved even further with the PRW-3510 (also discontinued), updating to a sharper, higher-contrast STN LCD.

No smartwatch, no problem

Despite disappearing from the catalog in recent years, enthusiasts still love the 3500 and its 3510 successor.

Two Casio Pro Trek digital watches side by side, one with a black case and green strap, the other with a silver case and metal bracelet, both showing 10:58. — The PRW-3510Y-8 (left) and titanium-banded PRW-3500T-7 (right) are also offered at a big discount right now.

The Multi-Band 6 radio synchronization precludes the need for any smartphone connectivity, making this a perfect off-grid timepiece. You also get Tough Solar charging and sunset-sunrise data at the push of a button. Plus, it’s about as tough as any non-G-Shock you’ll find, with low-temp resistance down to 14ºF.

Likewise, you’ll get the full digital suite too, including a stopwatch, a timer, alarms, a calendar and world time display.

Availability and pricing

Available for a steep discount on Amazon right now, you’ll find the classic PRW-3500-1 for $208 (down from $365) and the titanium-band PRW-3500T-7 for $314 (down from $550).

There’s also the more recent PRW-3510Y-8 for $218 (down from $385). This watch has a blacked-out case and bezel with a green resin strap. The display is also a reverse LCD.

Again, this might be the final bow for the 3500 series Pro Treks, so don’t wait around if you’ve been considering this original classic.

Digital Casio Pro Trek watch with black resin band, silver bezel marked with compass directions, and multiple function buttons.

Casio Pro Trek PRW-3500

Starts at $208

$365 (43% off)

About the Author: Ethan Brehm is an associate editor at Gear Patrol writing about footwear, watches, spirits, EDC and more. When he’s not shopping for his next G-Shock, he spends his time watching movies and planning a future road trip with his family. He firmly believes CDs sound better than vinyl.

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