How does Wave Ceptor timekeeping work?

The watch picks up a radio time signal and corrects itself, so it stays accurate without manual setting. Reception is best near a window and can drop indoors or far from a transmitter.

Is it waterproof enough for swimming?

It is rated 5 ATM (50 m), which covers splashes, rain and hand washing. Casio does not rate 50 m watches for swimming or diving.

Expect the watch on its steel bracelet, a manual and the usual Casio paperwork. No charging cable is needed because it runs on a battery.

How does it compare with a G-Shock?

The WV-58RD is a slimmer steel dress-style digital with radio sync, not a shock-resistant sports watch. A G-Shock is tougher and often has a backlight, but bulkier and usually pricier.

Is the Casio WV-58RD-1AEF worth buying?

It is a steel-bracelet radio-controlled Casio, which is a fair proposition for self-setting timekeeping in metal. If you mainly want a tough cheap digital, a resin Casio does the same job for less; if you want steel and radio sync, this is reasonable.

Does the price drop over the year?

Watch prices move with seasonal watch sales and retailer promotions, so compare across stores before buying. Check the price history on this page for the pattern rather than assuming a fixed low point.