EDIFICE Timepiece Revs Up its Image

EDIFICE Timepiece Revs Up its Image Sporty New Look Puts You in the Driver’s Seat

April 28, 2005, Tokyo, Japan -- Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced the release of the latest additions to the EDIFICE line-up with the new motor sports inspired EF-506 models. A 1/100 second chronograph is the focal point of this sleek and stylish design, evocative of the tachometer on a high performance motor vehicle. The EDIFICE is both sporty and chic—making it ideal for men with high-octane interests and high fashion sensibilities. EF-506D-1AVDF The EDIFICE series was created for the urbanite with a sophisticated and dynamic lifestyle who demands elegant practicality. These high performance watches boast sturdy stainless steel case designs and refined functions including water resistance to 100 meters. This new EDIFICE features a Casio first—a 1/100 second analog chronograph—conveying a sense of speed and precision found in the finest sports cars. The stainless steel band models feature colored second hands that contrast against the background color, lending a sense of speed and power. The three dials are reminiscent of a dashboard display, and the sports car motif is further enhanced by a black leather band highlighted with red stitching, similar to a snug, leather-seated interior. Both models incorporate screw back stainless steel cases, as well as bezels with speedometer-like numerical second markings able to keep track of even the most fast-paced of lifestyles. The EDIFICE EF-506 models represent a fresh new look and classic functionality designed to appeal to active young urbanites. As with the entire EDIFICE line, these versatile timepieces are a stylish accessory, a fashion statement, and a functional tool for the thrill-seeking enthusiast.

New Product Lineup Model no. Dial color 1/100 second hand color Band material Band color EF-506D-1AVDF Black Red Stainless steel Silver EF-506D-2AVDF Blue Red Stainless steel Silver EF-506D-4AVDF Red Yellow Stainless steel Silver EF-506D-7AVDF Silver Black Stainless steel Silver EF-506L-1AVDF Black Red Leather Black EF-506L-7AVDF Silver Blue Leather Blue

Specifications Water resistance 100m Chronograph 1/100 second chronograph (Up to 59’59”99) Time keeping Analog; 3 hands (Hour, minutes, chronograph 1/100 seconds) 3 dials (timekeeping 24-hour, seconds, chronograph minutes) Date display Accuracy ±20 seconds per month Battery SR-927W, approx. 2-year life span Size of case 46.0 × 40.5 × 11.1 mm Total weight EF-506D; 165 g EF-506L; 80 g

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