Wore a G-Shock during my 20-year Navy career. Inexpensive,, easy to wear, and had an alarm that woke me up for many a mid-watch while serving onboard aircraft carriers, a battleship or destroyer. The world-time feature was very handy as well as I sailed around the globe. I've been retired for over 22 years now and still have this watch - and it still works great.
@Kermit58963 ай бұрын
Great story! Any idea what the reference is?
@authorjohnwquinn3 ай бұрын
@@Kermit5896 Let's see - Its a DW-5000C - one of about a billion sold back in the day. I bought mine at the Navy Exchange in San Diego.
@authorjohnwquinn3 ай бұрын
@@Kermit5896 DW-5000C - Purchased at the Navy Exchange San Diego!
@GabrielGarcia-kx1qz3 ай бұрын
That is awesome and thank you for your service
@jax02zerotwo3 ай бұрын
Great story, any idea which model of G-shock you have?
@zwerko3 ай бұрын
00:10 - The big question, around G-Shock, is not where do I start - but how do I stop?!
@pierremartin90483 ай бұрын
Teddy ive watching your channel and have seen your grow, get married, start a business, expand the business with a bricks and mortar top flight stores. You’ve been a true watch enthusiast without any hint of snobbery even post step and successful accent. Youre well researched and a true pro that found his calling. Excellent.
@treborkroy52803 ай бұрын
Awww it's Teddy's mom!
@TeddyBaldassarre3 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this comment, my friend! I appreciate the continued support over the years! Enjoy your weekend.
@feldela2 ай бұрын
Pierre, I couldn't agree more. This guy is GREAT! He's one of the few pros that I consistently enjoy watching and his advice is humble, yet extremely knowledgeable and valuable. May he (and Courtney) prosper for decades to come.
@blasien13 ай бұрын
GWM 5610 is the ultimate utility watch. Radio sync makes it useful as a time standard. Solar powered. Rugged and waterproof. Power level indicator lets you know if it needs a recharge in the light. All the usual timer features, day/date, etc etc. I like a digital display vs analog hands for a tool watch - nothing to shake loose if you're out there wrangling a jackhammer or on the shooting range. If you work with your hands, are an outdoorsman, or just play hard the Gshock squares can't be beat. Decent styling, reasonable price, no fuss no maintenance, and reliable. Just put it on and get to work
@ListenToPowerViolence3 ай бұрын
It's a watch that completely takes care of itself, will last 20 years, and is cheap to replace. Also looks great on nearly any wrist.
@treborkroy52803 ай бұрын
Im looking at the 5610 face on this video and don't notice a battery indicator.
@zplapplap3 ай бұрын
@@treborkroy5280It’s there. Look above the word “Receiving” at the “L-M-H”. This is the battery charge indicator.
@Blue_3rd3 ай бұрын
@@treborkroy5280bottom right hand side 👍
@treborkroy52803 ай бұрын
@@Blue_3rd thank you
@Csibu893 ай бұрын
The GWM5610U is the perfect g shock. Red line round the dial, classic square g, led light to stay perfectly consistent on the 25year long run. It's even more legible than previous models from an angle too. Anyone who's been on the fence, get one now!
@yorusuyasoul694203 ай бұрын
Never have one but I have my 5040pg I like the simplicity no myltibnd and solar
@FranceIsPropertyofEngland3 ай бұрын
I used to think that until I got a GD350 and it's beats it hands down. The GD350 is better than a 5610U in every way.
@JosephTyson3 ай бұрын
💯I have a GW-M5610U and a GW-5000U-1JF. I plan on getting a GMW-B5000D-1 Full Metal "soon". 😄
@e28forever303 ай бұрын
@@JosephTyson Do it. I own the GW-5000U on a V2 combi bracelet as a daily, and a GMW-B5000D as a fancy watch. My wife rocks the wine red GMW-B5000, she loves it.
@JosephTyson3 ай бұрын
@@e28forever30 ❤ Nice!
@gyges54952 күн бұрын
I have 5610, Dw5600, and three Ga2100s - they are all great but I wear the 5610 more since it isn’t huge, it’s solar, and sync time every night
@bullnose013 ай бұрын
Because of its insane accuracy, my 5610 is the referencce piece to which all of the other watches in my collection are set. It is the ultimate tool watch.
@gyges54952 күн бұрын
I do the same thing !!
@TA-mu4jt3 ай бұрын
So glad to hear that G Shock’s are highly regarded within the watch community. It gives us collectors with less money to blow on watches to actually have pride in collecting quality timepieces with legit history, insane number of functions and a coolness factor.
@reaper-sz5tmАй бұрын
I was averaging $400-500 per watch purchase and then I realized how durable Casios are for diving and day to day to use, now I only collect Casio.
@ricknelson47413 ай бұрын
About a year ago I acquired my first G Shock; a GA 2100BWP-2A and I love it. It’s a blue resin case and strap with a white dial. Beautiful and tough at the same time!
@Biowolf6263 ай бұрын
I’m very impressed with my dw-5600. It’s even updated with a led backlight. Hasn’t lost a second yet and it’s been about four weeks. Looks so much better in person
@austball133 ай бұрын
I just found a 5600UE-1JF at Walmart for $25 the other day. Unlike the 5600 shown in this video, it contains an LED backlight which I think looks fantastic. Since picking it up, it hasn't left my wrist. I absolutely love it.
@gerritsmaurice3 ай бұрын
The GWM 5610 is still my go to watch. Absolutely love that god tier watch.
@marshallmason13 ай бұрын
When I first saw the G-Shock, I said, "that's ridiculous." But they kept calling to me, especially when I found myself searching for something rugged. I still think they're ridiculous, but that's kind of the point. The DW-5000C is cheap enough so I bought it, figuring I'd just use it when highly active, but it's actually my favorite watch now! I did not see THAT coming. It's just bad ass and solid and does the job without trying to be anything else. Now I'm looking around for my next G-Shock, probably a Casioak because it takes "ridiculous" to a whole new level, but I'm so mesmerized by all the options that I still haven't narrowed down my search.
@sandeshgpawar27593 ай бұрын
U can go blindly with casioak ga B2100 model, definitely bang for the buck and ud love it, own one since 2 years and I absolutely love it, with multiband and option and solar powered battery, u don't even have to change the battery it runs for more than 7-8+ years of constant usage ig, u can even look for other resin bands like yellow or other colors of ur choice, looks absolutely dope and eye catching
@sandeshgpawar27593 ай бұрын
I don't know why u used the word ridiculous though, what's ridiculous about the watch most of the people love anyways
@lonewolfemcquade81333 ай бұрын
When comes to something tactical? I prefer Luminox. Like the Luminox Nighthawk
@bidhrohi123 ай бұрын
The 5610 is as no frills and utilitarian a design as one can get from a watch. There's nothing ridiculous about it. Every design element serves a purpose.
@e28forever303 ай бұрын
@@sandeshgpawar2759 There is no Multiband on these, only Bluetooth.
@ani6253 ай бұрын
Collecting G-shocks is an addiction in itself.
@alwayspooh15883 ай бұрын
Oh yes. Thought I was out of it after about 10 years, but then I got pulled back in last year (now another 5 Gs added!)
@MrPleers3 ай бұрын
For sure. Just ask Greg Anderson. 🙂
@kingkobra19563 ай бұрын
Yes it is.
@MrAndy761013 ай бұрын
I own two so far, love them. Worn when I'm doing stuff I'd never risk a mechanical watch during. Have the Casioak and 800uc. One thing I have learnt, ignore conventional sizing. You can wear these way bigger than a normal watch.
@jimmymcclure45493 ай бұрын
My favorite is the 5610. Me second favorite is the GW-9400 Rangeman. In non atomic form I like the 7900, 5600E, Mudman 9000, GD-350.
@SinnerAndSaint3 ай бұрын
I own several multi-thousand dollar luxury watches but still own three G-Shocks and 5-6 regular Casios. Absolutely love them! Like Seiko they offer watches that are really hard to come by.
@vincentferreira1135Ай бұрын
A solar/atomic G Shock is on my wrist or in my bag as a “backup” watch every day for work. I’m in the military and I specialize in communications. While I do have a slight margin of error when setting time for radios, why would I not try to be as accurate as possible? So I use my solar/atomic watches as a time standard so I know I have the right time. Always.
@tonyp.bahama9368Ай бұрын
Which one do you use?
@vincentferreira1135Ай бұрын
@@tonyp.bahama9368I have 6. A GW-9400, GW-7900, GW-6900, 2 GW-M5610Us (positive and negative display) and a GW-2310. Just got one more on the way. I rotate through them.
@TheCo11ectionАй бұрын
Clear winner 5610 The screen is the most confortable out of all of them. Can hold to times zones at the same time and you can see the time while in stopwatch Arguably the most confortable out of them all. Its just the right fit, and its light. I find it more confortable personally than an f91 +20 year battery through tough solar Multiband 6 is my favourite function. Always on time, grab it and put it on. I love the red circle that surrounds the screen, its the best looking for me. It looks like the oldschool cheap casios but in premium. 6900 has a smaller screen and worse functionality all round. Its just for the nostalgic style Casioaks are for posers, casio is about digital, this is a gimmick. its a nice addition but not amain piece.
@thinaphonpetsiri99073 ай бұрын
My favourite is G-5600UE, it has all the features plus solar, it doesn't have a multiband but that won't work in where I live anyway.
@runningawayvagabond58763 ай бұрын
+1 Have a bunch of G's (many atomic) and just got the G-5600 earlier this week. Love it! Like you, atomic doesn't work in my area so it's not something I'll miss and the watch is just subtly a wee bit smaller than most squares so fits my smallish wrist better. It's a small difference but it's there.
@hugo2fiscalrn3 ай бұрын
For people who lives beyond Casio radio towers the only advantage of 5610 is its similarity to original 1983
@WATCH-4U3 ай бұрын
Totally agree with comment below if u want to start a G-Shock collection A MUST IS THE GWM5610U as your first then maybe a G2100 range for ani-digi piece then go from there.... Great review great choice...
@Jmack1lla3 ай бұрын
One of my favorite is my lifeguard warch in red, G7900A. Moon phase and tide phase is really handy is you love near the ocean
@MrPleers3 ай бұрын
I have a couple of G-Shocks. My most worn is still my 5610. I wear it a lot more than my stainless steel B5000. As it is compacter in size and much more comfortable to wear.
@adrianw39853 ай бұрын
I have two of the models you mention, a Square and a Casioak in metal. In addition, I have a Rangeman and a Mudmaster. Love G-Shocks, my go-to as a First responder
@deepbanik39923 ай бұрын
The Rangeman GPR-H1000-1JR is my pick if you are okay with the size. Does everything you would want from a watch.
@codys57273 ай бұрын
The 5600 could be great but that top left button is a pain to push because of how it is recessed. The 5610u is really the best starting point
@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou3 ай бұрын
Agreed 100%. Had to return the 5600.
@ericclaptonslowhand47263 ай бұрын
Yeah, i hate that shit
@kaczynski23333 ай бұрын
The only time i use the buttons is setting the time.
@garynico98723 ай бұрын
Never use the upper left button since the firet time i bought it bro
@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou3 ай бұрын
@@garynico9872 You want a cookie or something? I don't use all the buttons on my TV remote, but that doesn't mean some of the buttons being too recessed to push wouldn't be a valid complaint by those who DO use those buttons.
@vlajster3 ай бұрын
I have the DW5610 and the basic CasiOak and they're both PERFECT daily watches and also have a good price. I just can't imagine having a watch and not having one of those. What's also good is that even though they're gonna last forever,you can actually easily change their casings and straps and there are many parts to buy online. Long live G-SHOCK!
@Gumby563 ай бұрын
My brother in laws wrist was saved by his G-Shock while unloading his rig. A 220lb box fell on his left wrist, the G-Shock and his wrist didn't receive a scratch. The NTSB investigator said had he not been wearing that watch, his wrist would have been broken.
@EdgardoHornilla-dx5jw3 ай бұрын
What model of g-shock his wearing? I'm just curious?
@muhammaduzair96083 ай бұрын
Whoa, someone from G-shock marketing team need to see this story. I don’t think they need it but just in case.
@Gumby563 ай бұрын
@@EdgardoHornilla-dx5jw mudmaster
@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou3 ай бұрын
How did the watch protect his wrist?
@_pushpak2510_3 ай бұрын
bullshitiing🤣@@MayTheSchwartzBeWithYou
@dougsaribay31813 ай бұрын
G-Shocks make up most of my collection. They’re largely cheap enough for a (relatively) guilt-free impulse buy, and the variety of colors makes them fun to collect. The 5000U-1JF sees the most wrist time for me
@DD-ix3bm2 ай бұрын
The g-lide gwx-5600 JDM (not mentioned in this video) is probably the best bang for your buck square you can buy! Tough solar Countdown Timer Stopwatch 200m wr Moonphase Tide graph Multiband 6 36 world Cities Alarm
@LectioDivina333 ай бұрын
Casio G-Shock GBX-100, with new MIP LCD reverse display. High & Low tides, Sunrise/sunset, tide graphs, moon phases, dual time, distance travelled, elapsed time, pace, steps, forged stainless steel bezel, stop watch, blue light & dual H pin strap buckle. It's from the G-LIDE family line & is marketed for surfers but fishermen/fisherwomen, beach goers or just active outdoors people will love this watch!
@wisamh19763 ай бұрын
Teddy. You are the best resource I’ve seen online. Very balanced. Great presentation skills and very objective. You have become a worldwide reference in watches . Thank you for the content
@brianmsahinАй бұрын
Excellent list Teddy. I have the Square of course , but also have a GG-1000 Mudmaster, a great watch to bring mountaineering plus a simple ana-digi GA-700 red that's a fun summer watch. My favourite though is the Mission Impossible DW-290 1VS, though not quite a G-Shock, it's very sturdy, it's a fantastic quirky looking one with electro luminescent screen, 200m water resistance and to add some coolness, worn by Tom Cruise in the first M I movie.
@geftАй бұрын
I bought a 5611 from you guys and I’m enjoying it very much. I love the shape of the case and the all black look. I did discover it is darker IRL than in the photos at least indoors but since it has a backlight no big deal. 😊
@DollarDude3 ай бұрын
If Casio ever came out with an automatic mechanical movement for a G-Shock I think the entire watch community would lose their minds. 😅
@AnonymousYouTubeconsumer3 ай бұрын
Isn’t that just a Richard Mille?
@bdegrds3 ай бұрын
Never happen they are a tech company not a horology company
@sandeshgpawar27593 ай бұрын
@@AnonymousKZbinconsumeryeah but most of the people won't be able to afford a Richard Mille, they r too overpriced even tho they r a bang for the buck in my opinion
@betulaobscura3 ай бұрын
Quartz is much better than mechanics in every category. Mechanic watches are for snobs.
@DollarDude3 ай бұрын
@@AnonymousKZbinconsumer True, but a reasonably priced RM from a company known for durability and reliability would be sick. I'd nickname it the _Mechanicasio._
@GVSolo3 ай бұрын
I was issued the DW-6600 by the military back in 2009. I still have it and I love it. It's DW6900 is great but if you want the same one in a solar version with radio controlled time keeping then I definitely recommend the Casio GW-6900.
@harryho58313 ай бұрын
Not a G-shock but I would wanna recommend the Casio mwq-100. Bought it couple days ago and it looks really unique! And it have metal bezel, quality piece.
@garrettchant3 ай бұрын
I have ten gshocks but the one I grab everyday is the gw-5000u. My favourite by a clear mile
@rajTrondhjem10Ай бұрын
Another great video.. Which is the most dressy looking G-Shock out there? One that I can wear with jeans as well as with a suit(almost)? Thanks
@reaper-sz5tm29 күн бұрын
Any metal g shock, 2100 series.
@knutjunker20193 ай бұрын
Besides of other Casios i have the GW-M5610U (i swapped the Resin to stainless steel case and bracelet). That great watch and my Citizen Promaster Diver NY0085 are my favorite daily beaters. And this year i'm looking foward to the new GBM-2100A in blue.
@stevenbird14313 ай бұрын
Great video, I have Rolex,Omega & Tag watches but still love a classic G-Shock!! And sometimes the G-Shocks get more attention 🫣
@EliasAndersson2 ай бұрын
My GMW-B5000-9ER has been on my wrist pretty much 24/7 since I got it 5 years ago, absolutely love it.
@asvp_m3l3 ай бұрын
Love the watches listed here 👌my favourites listed here have to be the 5600/5610 line and 6900 💯I own a GW-M5610U and DW-6900U myself.
@gothops1543 ай бұрын
GW-5000U is the best one. Made in Japan with the screw back case. The rubber is more supple. Solar powered so always running. Radio sync so always accurate. No bluetooth because watches don’t need Bluetooth (I work in cyber security, the less signatures my things give off the better). And it’s the square design. The GW-5000U is the ultimate embodiment of everything that makes a Casio a Casio.
@ehsaibuay3 ай бұрын
totally agree
@samgrant832 ай бұрын
Agree - but personally I prefer it on one of the comb-bracelets, short of getting one of the ultra high end titanium square versions, I think it's the ultimate combination.
@acalthu3 ай бұрын
i would also recommend the GA-110. Highly affordable in the used market, two LCDs and analogue display, in a chunky case with buttons which can be pushed while wearing gloves.
@dodzb73623 ай бұрын
Teddy, you haven't mentioned about the GD-400. A g-shock with bull bars! It is highly resistant to impacts and crashes. An underrated g-shock model on the sidelines.
@codys57273 ай бұрын
Gbd200 is also a stunner with the MIP negative display and larger digits
@josephgraham10653 ай бұрын
What is your opinion on the Wise watches? ADAMASCUS ADX130 True GMT Is this a reputable brand or a scam?
@CitizenRare3 ай бұрын
One of your finest videos yet. Love looking at multiple options of the same model/family, especially when there are many. Straightforward, to the point. Great work Teddy.
@iain56683 ай бұрын
I purchased my first ever G-Shock last year - I got the MR-G Titanium Limited Edition and i love it!
@0113mountainman9 күн бұрын
Love the G-Rescue in black /red accent, bold and very legible, big back-light button. 2nd fave…yes …the 5610, but buttons are small.
@993mike3 ай бұрын
Mudmaster line all day - every day. Super rugged, very legible analog dial. Only thing is that it’s a no-go if you have small wrists because of the size.
@TwitchRadio2 ай бұрын
I've been looking at the land and sand one.. Well there are 4 or 5 different ones, but the one I'm looking at is model - GWB5600SL-4.... What drew me to this one was the multi-band 6 Bluetooth and all the bells and whistles that all the other G socks have.... not really sure about the material build of it I don't think it has like Titanium or anything in it but for a good rounded G-Shock Square, this discontinued line of them were brought to the Forefront when I was doing my searches over the last month or so.... but like you said here are the 5600 series seems to be the go-to for the newest and greatest... I just honestly like having the option of having Bluetooth and the multiband for the time setting plus I believe you can use the Bluetooth to set some of the parameters if you don't want to mess with the watch itself and being I'm an older gentleman it does help with that because my eyes are not getting any younger😂
@seanzealony94993 ай бұрын
I’ve a Casioak, 5600, 6900 & a GA2000. Easiest to live with and use is the GA2000. Casioak is a pain to adjust time when we lose/gain a hour. Took it to USA hols from UK and can’t get the thing back to real UK time😂 I’ve also a Timex Ironman that is same level as G-shock in my humble opinion.
@Francomagofna3 ай бұрын
G-shocks are the reason I got into watches. I only got it because I thought it'd be nice to have as a cook, that way I didn't have to keep reaching for my phone. Cooking is also the reason why I like wearing my watch military style
@karlsenula94953 ай бұрын
I have a classic 5600 blacked out negative display ... And a Casiooak in gray (the one shown in the video) ... Love them ... Wearing my Casual right now.
@UnconventionalReasoning3 ай бұрын
I'm with you on the 5600/2100 pairing.
@marcelm.19413 ай бұрын
I have the Oak in Green and it is sooo amazing to wear. Love it as much as my Pelagos 39 or my Grand Seiko SBGA415…
@DanteVitetta3 ай бұрын
IMO the square case Japanese made G-Shocks with screw back cases are the ones to have. I bought a DW-5035d new around 6 years ago and never considered another G-Shock since. Probably my favorite digital watch I own.
@oliverkirk33433 ай бұрын
Both Bamford G-Shocks are incredible. I love them and wear my Bamford Big G all the time. I also have a sand colour 2100 which is another easy, light and cool daily.
@Roddy19653 ай бұрын
My single issue with the digi Gshocks is that such a small percentage of the display indicates the time. For wrist-distance reading I need my reading glasses, which I only wear when reading. So I opted for a non GShock Casio for gym/yardwork with a larger time display. Still great.
@ak983625Ай бұрын
I love G shocks, gots 3. I don’t understand the hype about solar though. A name brand battery costs a buck, lasts 5 years, and takes me 10 minutes to swap out.
@BandrewScott3 ай бұрын
Teddy - You mentioned the 5600 has multiple alarms, I have the old version with the EL backlight and it only has one alarm. Did the new release with LED add additional alarms?
@justinremple79863 ай бұрын
This is a rabbit hole 🕳️!!!!!! 😂 However on that note… I love my GMW-B5000 it’s all metal has a great combination of brushed and polished stainless steel its a great looker and gets a lot of compliments, I have too many now to mention lol Casio overall has an incredible influence with certain watch collectors as they have so many crazy models!! Really an incredible history too. Thank you for this video🎉❤
@UnconventionalReasoning3 ай бұрын
Yes, the GMW-B5000 is sweet. A few weeks ago was the first time my watch ever started a conversation. Between that and a GM-B2100, I think I'm done. Please, let me be done! 😂
@cozeefox3 ай бұрын
Just got one a few weeks ago. Love it
@zackmorey3 ай бұрын
LOVE g shocks. True beaters that can go with you almost anywhere. Love the tough solar series
@williambpincince3 ай бұрын
The MRGB5000R-1 is the best square you can buy. This is my beater watch. And I love it, I would not recommend the MRGB5000B-1, because the bracelet is a finger print magnet. Get the rubber strap.
@a.g.46193 ай бұрын
Teddy, what about the MIP display technology. Can you do a video on the reliability vs the old Casio displays?
@rictusmetallicus3 ай бұрын
I'll go for the DW-5600e, it's certified by NASA for space flight onboard the Space Shuttle and the ISS.
@mattswain5523 ай бұрын
Have been a proud owner of the GW2310 (with silver and red details) for many years. Love my G-Shock.
@danielcalvo13373 ай бұрын
I also love my G-7900. Got it second hand for close to nothing, and I really like the big buttons, 2 stopwatches, and moon phase information.
@j0hannes53 ай бұрын
I was considering a GB 5600B today. Because it offers playback controls to your phone via bluetooth. But Im afraid it only offers pause/play and next track. Not previous track (or seek back 30s).
@j0hannes53 ай бұрын
If anyone knows a (casio) watch that allows this - let me know
@ShiTingHuang3 ай бұрын
To considering with CasiOak friends: I just sold my black CasiOak because of minute index.It’s a beautiful watch but hard to read correctly.Maybe it’s my job’s reason(police),I need good visibility of dial. But my wife’s pink CasiOak doesn’t have this issue,I read the time well! So I bought a square,it can show the day/date&time by a peek.
@Z-S-H3 ай бұрын
I love the G-Shock Coverage, awesome video TB!!
@teune86203 ай бұрын
Just bought the Rose Gold GM-B2100GD-5AER for 70% off (€179 about $200) at a luxury store (Bijenkorf The Hague) in the Netherlands, that was a bargain had to buy it. Wasn't even searching for a G-Shock my wife noticed this low price. Love the watch.
@e28forever303 ай бұрын
Wat een deal! Laatste exemplaar?
@teune86203 ай бұрын
@@e28forever30 Ja, maar ligt er nog 1tje bij de Bijenkorf Rotterdam, maar weet niet of dat ook voor €180 is. Ik heb hem gekocht bij de Bijenkorf in Den Haag.
@woodstock4803 ай бұрын
I have a GWM5610u, DW6900 and DW9052, and am just waiting for a GA2100 or GM2100 with positive display and more legible hands and indices. The GM2100C-5A is almost perfect, but I want the regular resin straps, not NATO-style nylon straps. They seem to release new models everyday, so I figure it's only a matter of time.
@AnonymousYouTubeconsumer3 ай бұрын
Well this is a perfect video. I’ve just begun contemplating wether to start collecting G-Shocks; thanks for the guide Teddy!
@justinremple79863 ай бұрын
Omg be careful it’s soooo addictive too!!! 😂
@runningawayvagabond58763 ай бұрын
Contemplating whether to start collecting G's? Some people will be polite and call it collecting, those of us down that rabbit hole will admit it's a disorder. You've been warned!
@UnconventionalReasoning3 ай бұрын
In the video I would separate the options as the two bookends, 5600 [square] and 2100 [CasiOak], as the 'standard' options and the ones in the middle as the 'high utility' choices. I'm a 'low utility' person, the most intense stuff I do is racket sports, so the standard options suit me perfectly. But for the more intense needs, it's hard to top the others. Enjoy, and good luck pacing yourself.
@martinedwin82933 ай бұрын
I like the GA2100 and I mix/ match the dials and cases. I’m wearing a translucent case/strap with GITD dial.
@rayalix3 ай бұрын
I didn't want a G-Shock, but with all the talk about the GA-2100 Casioak I felt I should add one to my collection. I found a used basic one in good condition for a good price on eBay, and I have to say after using it for a while I really like them now. They're perfect when tinkering with the car or doing some DIY and you don't want to risk banging a good watch up. I'd advise anybody sitting on the fence to do the same, no regrets.
@cozeefox3 ай бұрын
The one I wear for work is the DW5600 and for the weekends I have the metal version GMW-B5000D. Love them both.
@stevebodner37293 ай бұрын
Teddy, you're definitely a down to Earth guy promoting this watch style. Thanks once again for great content!!
@jhunendaya80143 ай бұрын
I have 2 in my collections. GW-1000U - the JDM version and Casio Protrek series. Both tough solar.
@matthewstrobelt5643 ай бұрын
Just bought an MRG for my 30th birthday, unbelievable. Better than watches double the price, just love it!!!
@UnconventionalReasoning3 ай бұрын
"An MRG" and "double the price" are scary phrases in the same sentence. 😂
@matthewstrobelt5643 ай бұрын
@@UnconventionalReasoning haha true!!
@ritchiecr714 күн бұрын
What do you think about the GST-B600D-1AJF
@mcidor3 ай бұрын
In the last year I have picked up all those models plus a couple others.
@eman3313 ай бұрын
You need to make a follow-up video regarding the MR-G series.
@jeffhudson23462 ай бұрын
I have a GD 350, it has 98% of the features I want for driving truck especially the auto backlight so I don't have to push a button while driving at night to see what time it is along with the shortcut to the timer with the start button.
@yashkalra34243 ай бұрын
Love my utility edition metal g2100 but i guess metal defies the purpose, easily scratches. Really wanna go for a resin one now
@Ratnanjaysarvate3 ай бұрын
Is durability wise Casio oak and baby GShock equal. Or baby GShock are more durable??? I prefer caio oak look wise but when I think about durability baby G comes to my mind. Idh GShock waiting to get it. Which one should I go for ?
@cylok28713 ай бұрын
G shock Rangeman is a classic
@oandgw3 ай бұрын
One slept on pick is the G-5600UE: non-MB6 (but still solar) version of the 5610 that has a much less cluttered design and is half the price.
@vladimirjovanovic28033 ай бұрын
Just ordered a GW-5000U-1JE (Japan domestic model). Did I make a mistake?
@UnconventionalReasoning3 ай бұрын
An excellent choice. It has Tough Solar and the L/M/H battery level indicators.
@vladimirjovanovic28033 ай бұрын
@UnconventionalReasoning Thanks. Teddy omitted the 5000U model in this video. I don't know if that would mean that he places the model lower on the G-Shock grid
@UnconventionalReasoning3 ай бұрын
@@vladimirjovanovic2803 He was making a list of 5. The bookends are the more 'standard' models, the Square 5600 and CasiOak 2100. The middle three are more 'high utility'. There are so many other models, he could have kept going for an hour. Some are so similar, like the 5000, 5600, and 5600 seem practically the same. [I had to check which of my Square models are 5000 or 5600.]
@redundantrobert3 ай бұрын
You made the best choice.
@e28forever303 ай бұрын
It is the closest you can get to the original concept. Love mine, it is widely considered as THE square G.
@dmtizzly3 ай бұрын
just bought my first G Shock, the black AWG-100, after reading up on atomic timekeeping I had to have it, so cool
@tedhoenig36773 ай бұрын
I love my Gs. I buy the ones that show the tide cycles. If you live in a coastal area this is super useful. Bonus because they are affordable and really last a long time. Go for the solar to extend that life even further. 😀
@GabrielGGabGattringer3 ай бұрын
Imho: GWM-5610 and GBD-200 are the best Squares. My GA-2110ET was garbage.
@Baruch-Hashem2 ай бұрын
The 5000u, the ultimate square, made in Japan with a steel case encased with rubber like shell, solar, atomic, 200M, lights up with wrist tilt, … I believe in 2024 their finest. Great summary! I Have Rolex, UN, many others, but honestly prefer my care free G-Shocks after 50 years of watch collecting. They have never needed service! Even the non solar only a battery change every decade I can do myself. Just Awesome!
@trondravne3 ай бұрын
DW5900. My watch as a kid on early 90s and got me into watches. Only wish they would make a Tough solar version, and maybe a GW or GM5900 with metal casing and better strap.
@TheExuuberant18 күн бұрын
Got the 5610u and GA2100 with white hands. I switch every week between them. God tier watches. BTW when you introduce a new watch on screen, could you have the actually text on the screen pls?
@ryanscott9959Ай бұрын
One that never gets mentioned is the AWG series. Pretty solid watches with MB6, solar, world time, and all the other functions of a traditional g shock but with analog dial. I got the one with the combi bracelet when I was in Tokyo last year and it’s a daily wear for me. Can do just about anything with it besides formal dress.
@deepbanik39923 ай бұрын
Hi @TeddyBaldassarre, can you pls make a video about the expensive G Shocks - the MR-G , MT-G. Apart from premium materials, is there anything special about these watches from the much lesser priced brethen?
@JS-lb5cq3 күн бұрын
An alternative is the GA-700. It is extremely durable and is tougher than the ones shown above. And it’s ultra huge.
@robertpuska20323 ай бұрын
As an alternative to DW 5600 I suggest you take a look at GW-5500-1 model. It’s a little bit more squared. I got mine in Tokyo back in 2017 and it’s been catching lot of attention since then :-)