CASIO G-SHOCK GW-5000U-1JF - watch review of the legend refreshed!!

[@jroobz]

i got this watch and it's been my one and only for months... it goes with everything, it's super comfy, and it's deadly accurate. i love the updated squares. so so good.

[@thetimebombardier]

Cheers Josh and welcome to the channel mate 😎😎 yup agreed it's sort of understated but so classy at the same time 🤘😅

[@WRjockey]

This is a great watch. It continues the classic looks and heritage of the GW-5000 while giving it some nice upgrades. For this price, I would like to see a sapphire crystal, but it's not a dealbreaker for me. The watch is Casio's most premium resin covered square, but it comes with a premium price. I agree it would be nice if it were $50 less. As it is, I think this watch is mostly for two types of people: those who want just a premium, functional, single watch to wear that will last them many years; and, diehard g-shock enthusiasts and collectors like myself. For everyone else, Casio's GW-M5610 will give the same functionality (including solar power and MB6) at about 1/3 the price. Nice review!

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey WR thanks bud and welcome to the channel, and yeah a brilliant summary 😅👍 there's something very cool about this one 😎😎

[@martinschnabel1961]

Last time I looked, the GW5000 was 500+€ and hard to get in Germany. Now I ordered this new model for 239€. I am very happy to get it now. Primarily for the metal case and Japan made.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Martin yup that was the same motivation for me 😅 if you put it on a combi be prepared for a struggle LOL and welcome to the channel 😎👍

[@月读-w9v]

Is it that expensive? My GW-5000 is 154 euros to buy, has been with me for 5 years, I keep it very well, I plan to buy an official watch band to keep

[@itsallrobbish]

Worth every penny. People comparing this with Garmin are missing the point. This is a new watch with decent watch functionality and built like a tank. It’ll outlast any Garmin and Garmin in the future. It’s not a step counter or a heart monitor, it won’t run out of power in a matter of days, weeks or months, but will probably last on its cell for at least 15 years. It’s competition is more likely to be a Rolex Submariner for longevity and that’s what it’s built for. My early G-Shock (DW-5200) looks new and it’s 40 years old! I have no intention of ever getting a Garmin (good though they no doubt are) and this Casio will almost certainly be on my shopping list.

[@thetimebombardier]

cheers bud yup I'm with you on that one, I like the look of garmins but find their menus counter-intuitive and I don't need a step counter to tell me I'm a good boy LOL

[@187nellybelly]

This is currently my favorite Casio GS square. Some don't like the white backlight, but I love it. It is most awesome!

[@thetimebombardier]

Cheers Nelly 😋😋👍👍 yup it's just that bit mkre awesome than the other squares 🕺🕺

[@kennethchen4048]

This truly the all you need G Shock. I got this just after owning G5600ue for 2 weeks. Don't need to worry of damage lugs in resin core with 5000U Stainless steel core.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@kennethchen4048 cheers Ken and welcome to the channel bud, yup these are solid watches 😎👍

[@THX-C]

The materials make the price premium worth it - on ALL my other Squares (except the titanium GWMB-5000 squares), I’ve swapped out straps for Marine National Straps using Jays & Kays Adapters. This strap is comfortable (it really is supple) and the watch sits without flopping around. I’m a Screwback fan but this one rules them all - the color palette is perfect. The watch is tactical but doesn’t sacrifice legibility for being stealth. I’m a Square fanatic but if I had to take only one, this might be it. Well, one plus a DW-5600 as a beater.

[@thetimebombardier]

Haha thanks THX, yeah my 5600 is also my beater but sadly we don't have jays and kays here in the uk and the import tax is effin crazy!!! Welcome to the channel mate 😎👍

[@timpreston2494]

Thank you for the backlight contrast between the white LED from the GW-5000U and the EL! I recently got a GW-5000U and love it to death! I really like the white LED color (it's actually not harsh on the eyes at all, even when looking at it in the middle of the night after waking up from sleep) and the fact that it doesn't sap the battery as much as the EL does, nor will it fade over many uses like the EL does (supposedly). However, I thought there was something going on with my vision in the light not being evenly distributed across the screen since it looked darker in the upper left corner, but your video captured and confirmed that perfectly at 9:28. I could see how that might drive some people crazy, but it's not anything for me to get rid of the watch over, especially with all the awesome upgrades the GW-5000U's module (3495) has over its predecessor, the GW-5000 (with module 3159). Thanks again!! 😁

[@thetimebombardier]

hey Tim, many thanks bud and welcome to the channel!! yup these 5000s are just ideal to me, something about the colours etc, hope my ageing eyes can keep up with those small digits!!

[@davideexplorer6175]

good morning, thanks for the video, in your opinion it is better to buy a used mod 3159 out of warranty from a private individual. or opt for the new 3495 with all the guarantees etc?

[@timpreston2494]

@@davideexplorer6175 Definitely the upgraded 3495, especially with the guarantees! Totally worth it!

[@itsallrobbish]

That’s a true classic right there, very keen to get one, I’m old enough to have purchased the hero model DW-5200 new, in 1984, it’s been everywhere, including the gulf (‘91)with the RAF and it has been superb, on my 3rd battery still and I have to say it has no scratch on the mineral crystal, yet. Have to say that the 5000U seems to be just about perfect as a one watch collection. With regard to the new light, from what I’ve heard, they are built to never dim, whereas the blue backlight, though superb, they do dim with age. Great review, I’m sure I’ll get one in the next few months.

[@thetimebombardier]

G'dday Robert many thanks and welcome to the channel sir 😎👍 that 5200 is a collectors item now 😅 but i doubt you'd sell it as far too many memories associated with it 😋👍

[@itsallrobbish]

@@thetimebombardier you are spot on with that assertion, I’m wearing it today, after watching your video! Humping and dumping a ton of top soil…..the watch is in its element! Great review.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@itsallrobbish hahaha proper work 😅😅

[@milaweitz]

Thanks for review! I think I am going to get this one. As I gave my only square M5610 to my son. Pretty cool tool watch!

[@thetimebombardier]

Hi Mila thanks and welcome to the channel dude, these are a nice step up from the 5610s, nothing wrong with the 5610s of course 😎🤣 but these are just a little classier, i've put mine on a combi bracelet also which adds some fun!!

[@Baruch-Hashem]

Its the law of diminishing returns. As you ascend most product lines, that slightly nicer is more and more expensive. It helps justify the lower volume produced from a business standpoint. All in all, you will always pay a premium for the best of any line up that is more than you perceive it should cost as they know some people will go for it. Me for example. Cheers !

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey dude many thanks and yeah I'm in that same boat LOL - welcome to the channel!!

[@redbarchetta4]

Great video. I always enjoy your reviews.Thanks for posting it. I sold my GW-5000 a while back and really miss it. You’ve convinced me to pick this new version up. Cheers!

[@thetimebombardier]

G'dday Scott good to hear from you again dude and these are spendy which is a little hard to justify but a keeper for me 😋😋

[@renegarcia1807]

To me it worth the price I had the second version that came out in the 80's and I tell you this new one really takes me back there, well I just bought one so yes, totally agree with you it's a keeper thanks for your review

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Rene welcome to the channel mate and yes it's a bit special 👊😎☺️

[@albertocagnin2108]

I love it. I bought it for daily use after years of cheap casio like f91w and now i'm in love with g-shock.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Alberto thanks dude and welcome to the channel 😋😎👍 but beware the rabbit hole of watches... damned difficult to get out of it 🤣😅

[@Alwaysontime-dh1gz]

Absolute legend of a watch, had about 10, great review as always

[@thetimebombardier]

10? 🤣🤣 you're endangering my wallet Nic 🤣🤣

[@Alwaysontime-dh1gz]

@@thetimebombardier I'm banned from buying another watch this year lol, hopefully misses will soon forget lol

[@thetimebombardier]

@@Alwaysontime-dh1gz ouch 🤣🤣 can i lend you a few for review for your channel?

[@Alwaysontime-dh1gz]

@@thetimebombardier That's very kind of you, and very much appreciated, however I rarely get the chance to review at mo work is very busy with the spring coming, thank you so much though

[@thetimebombardier]

@@Alwaysontime-dh1gz no worries let me know if you free up some time 👍👍

[@gilesrobertson9974]

Regarding the light, I do prefer the single LED as it gives a more authentic old school feel. I've got a GW-M5610U which I'm happy with. Although that 5000U looks very nice, not sure I could justify the cost (unless my 5610 breaks, which is highly unlikely).

[@thetimebombardier]

thanks Giles appreciate your comment and yes many agree the 5610 is better bang for your buck!!

[@mattc1704]

Just ordered this model. Most probably not worth the money but it’s a worthy update from the last model….. & come on! …. It looks absolutely gorgeous! ❤

[@thetimebombardier]

yup the finishing and matt resin are a huge step up from the 5610s :)

[@emrecandan799]

Wonderful watch, thank you very much for your great review

[@thetimebombardier]

Cheers bud 😎😎👍👍

[@dps6198]

I bought the GWM5610-1 because I didn't want to pull the trigger on the GW-5000 1JF at the time was roughly $289 five years ago. Now it retails for over $400 and the GW-5000U-1JF retails for $274. I guess the higher price reflects the original GW-5000-1JF. Even though the U model offers few improvement I don't see the benefit of paying $136 more just to 'brag' that I have the original though for many guys being able to brag about something is something to them. So I will buy the updated model and move on to something else.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey DPS thanks dude and a solod investment those earlier models!! This is now the only J model i have and i agree with you bout the price, unless they bring out some spec edition J i'll be sticking to the euro format 😅😅👍👍

[@ajh5124]

Have the GW-5000-1jf and love it! Do you think loving something is bragging? 👍😉

[@THX-C]

I love both this and the tennis ball GBD-200 (the MiP display is unbelievable). You are definitely right - no one had even come close to the G-Shock. Casio knows how to generate buzz for their watches, too - celebrating the G-Shock’s anniversary every five years.

[@thetimebombardier]

thanks 1138 appreciate it and yeah I fell for the 40th hype train LOL, got thee 6640 and reviewed it recently, they know how to reel us in!! welcome to the channel also 😎

[@THX-C]

@@thetimebombardier I love their monochromatic offerings with the positive display. The one that took my breath away from the 40th is the 5040 that I’m calling the Lemon Face. I only wear it on special occasions (whenever I’m Jonesing to see the dial. In small amounts the gold treatment over the recrystalized steel looks interesting. Casio has shown us what they’re capable of with offerings like Twilight Tokyo. I hope they keep keep exploring what’s possible with metal - a sub $2000 (usd) all metal Screwback with combination of bead-blasting, crisp chamfering, etc.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@THX-C great call and i need to try and get some more spendy gshocks on the channel 😋😋

[@roadgent7921]

I bought 5000U-1JF from Seiya Japan last year. Was £290 inc shipping but you get stung for £60 import tax so all in was £350. The 5600E comparison is accurate btw, the display is brighter on the 5000. Other than that I would have to ADVISE PEOPLE to go for the 5600E at 50 or 60 quid - much better value. 5600E has an older school appeal IMO and is more comfy as it sits flatter on the wrist.

[@thetimebombardier]

Cheers RG and welcome to the channel mate and yup agreed i think for most peeps the 5600 or the 5610s are better and these 5000s for those of us with watch issues 😅😅

[@roadgent7921]

@@thetimebombardier Thanks mate. I do have Square Gshock issues, psychic or what 😀. Still I've only got 5 so not too bad... DW5600E GWM5600 GW5000U DW5600C-1 DW5600C-9 (yum) 😀

[@tarouyamada2686]

Square, understated display, built to last🤙 I have the GW-5000-1JF/3159, I bought it to replace a non-G-shock Casio DW-2500 (older than me, one of its lugs broke at work :C), I also added the composite band, slightly different design, mine doesn't have these dots on each link, just a textured pattern. Overall, the value is great IMO. The looks, the screw back, the feel. I don't collect and don't babysit it either, so to me it's more of a trusty tool, use it everywhere, everyday. It's not cheap, but it's not something like the MRG... That's a line that is super hard for me to cross, it's superior and probably can take much more of of a beating. But I find it hard to subject such a purchase to everyday abuse 😂

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Tarou many thanks for your comment and view and I'm still a bit precious about this one LOL my mudmaster and my frogman get abused but I wear this one in the office...!!! I agree also the display is spot on, not quite there as the mips but so much better than the other basic squares!! How was your experience of changing to the composite bracelet? for me it was a real pain in the ass.!!

[@tarouyamada2686]

@@thetimebombardier No problem 👍 The bracelet definitely needed some massaging, while listed as compatible when I bought it, it certainly didn't fit properly as expected. The first time I tried the pins that came with it, but they would not sit in place, so I swapped for thinner pins, but under stress they easily bent, now I don't remember if I removed the bezel cover before trying to install it or if that would have made any difference. Looking at the stock part where the pins slide into, they were kind of angular, so I ended shaving and rounding them up until the thicker pins sat nicely in place. Been holding up fine since April of 2015.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@tarouyamada2686 roger that yup same as me, the thin pins kept pinging out so I curved the thicker ones a little and still holding up good 👍😎

[@stavros_katsopr]

Think i'll disappoint you mate, but the "classic" square G-Shocks were never my thing. If i ever get one the 5610 will be it (solar fan for sure here...), i'm fine with what it offers, fair and square (pun intended !😜). But i can hear you're very happy getting this, i am too, just for one reason, you can change this stupid american date/month order, FINALLY!!! 😋😁 Thanks for another great review mate, be well, enjoy! PS Put on the bracelet, not now, yesterday! 😉

[@thetimebombardier]

Haha yeah if you're an analogue kinda guy then these will not excite!! And yup bracelet changed!! 😋😋👍👍

[@allwrong3114]

I own a 5000U. Improvements: This watch is a tool for me. I use it at night often. The intermittent 1.5 or 3 second backlight is useless. Option for a 15 second, or even manual on/off back light so users can see functions in the dark without having to hit the light button again. Second: Wider band please. Personal preference of course but I'd like to see this watch band a consistent width from lug to clasp or no more than a 1mm taper. Lastly; of course the buttons are hard to get to without some concentration. Larger buttons would be great but if a diameter increase is not possible, consider making the buttons taller by .5mm and maybe some knurling. I like this watch. It could be better as a tool for us working guys with some minor tweaks.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey AW many thanks dude and yup completely agree!! I've been using this one a lot on overseas trips and it just works but agreed they could make some changes but do they have the minerals to do that with the square? 🤔😅

[@clintadkisson]

I've had a GW-5000-1JF for a little over seven years now. It's my only watch (Casio or otherwise). I like the blue-green backlight but wish it had the option to stay on for 3 s instead of just 1.5 s. I wonder if ppl like the newer, white led light as much as the older blue-green style. I wonder which one is better. Thanks for the review.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hi Michael many thanks for your comment and welcome to the channel!! I like both light up options - let's see how others respond to this questions :D

[@Luebke2773]

I just get the 5610u and like the new led backlight. Bright enough and you can set it to 3 seconds on.

[@NathanChisholm041]

Tbh I wouldn't want that MIP display on it. It would spoil the iconic look.

[@Shifty1050]

Just pulled the trigger. Great watch and cool review, man !

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Shifty many thanks dude and welcome to the channel 😎✌️ are you gonna keep it on the resin strap or try the composite?

[@torbjorndahlquist9232]

Very Nice video! I have a bunch of Casio squares as example 3 of the steel versions (black with negative display gold with negative display and steel with positive display) a couple of 5610,s and the old 5600? and 3 bluetooth variants But to day i got the GW5000U and this is by faraway the nicest.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Tor thanks bud and yup totally agree, the other squares are cool but this one just that step up 😎😎 are you keeping it on the stock strap?

[@weasel9062]

Why? The metal squares have better displays STN with Bluetooth. Not even sure the 5000U has any sort of upgraded display. I think it's just the normal 3495.

[@labodaleatherlabodaleather5734]

I think it appeals to guys in their 50's. I bought my 1st G Shock (dw5000) in 1987. I loved wearing that watch. I still have it, needs work. The square design takes me back to when i was a teenager. This new GW5000u could almost replace my 1987 model, love the dlc metal case and screwdown case back..., but the dial lacks color and design concepts to keep my interest as the original did. I miss that red outline around the brick wall that framed the display window. I want to love this new model but it's just too monochrome for me.

[@thetimebombardier]

thanks Laboda appreciate it and yes the dials on the squares seem to be either poison of feast as some love the red lines on the 5610 and others hate them LOL but for me personally i like them all!! So I couldn't see any vids on your channel, do you do leather working?

[@1792dt]

I got my 5000-1JF when i was 28. All i knew was i wanted a GShock square made in Japan.

[@grimmer2005]

That GBD-200 display IS nice, but there is just something nicer about the oldschool LCD. I keep on getting back to these regular LCD g-shock's time and time again. Barely use my GBD-200.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Grim thanks for your comment and welcome to the channel 👍😎 which Gs are your go tos for those lcd displays?

[@grimmer2005]

@@thetimebombardier Ouff... Hard to say... I have had hundreds of G-Shock during my many years of G-Shock mania :D

[@thetimebombardier]

@@grimmer2005 haha you sound like the rest of us watch nutters 🤣🤣

[@grimmer2005]

@@thetimebombardier Thats because I am one :D

[@tonivanlaar9596]

The 5000u you can set the date order to day and month instead of the us month day. And you can change the day language

[@thetimebombardier]

Yup i do like being able to the date in the right order 😅😅

[@butapioka]

I wish they made it with sapphire crystal for the premium models

[@thetimebombardier]

Yup totally agree Billy, they do on the masters and this one carries a premium price tag 😎👍 welcome to the channel sir ✌️

[@d3xmeister]

That’s because putting sapphire on a G-Shock is expensive. You cannot put those ordinary cheap sapphires you find at wholesale. It needs to be cut in that specific form which is not as easy as with mineral. It needs to be thick enough to resist shocks, a 1mm sapphire will shatter way to easy. And when you put such sapphire, you’d find the light transmission is very, very poor affecting legibility and charging. So you need very high quality coatings on the underside to solve this issue. People say sapphire is cheap, it is not for a digital G-Shock, it is very expensive, that’s why you see it only on very expensive G-Shocks

[@thetimebombardier]

@@d3xmeister thanks Mihai, appreciate the comment and yeah i get the difficulty but just wish it was an option especially as they manage with other models ✌️😎

[@d3xmeister]

@@thetimebombardier The only thing they don’t do yet is put sapphire on a resin G-Shock. That’s probably going to change sometime in the future. I definitely welcome it, of course it’s good to have different options and/at difference price points

[@mikepa7238]

@@d3xmeister They do put sapphire in titanium g-shocks that cost almost ten times more.

[@jimblack8104]

I just got a gw-m5610u-1cjf, I wasn’t actually familiar with this model but I will use the the 1cjf to replace my gw-m5610-1er because of the date layout and I want to see the time while I use the stop watch in the gym. Don’t think I would want to get this 5000 so sweaty so wouldn’t use it in the gym as I have the 1cjf now anyway. What did it cost you in total to bring this to the uk? Cost me around £184 to bring the 1cjf to the uk which I think is very pricey when I could have got the the GW-M5610MOYC-1ER for almost £60 less. Not sure if the stainless case and made in Japan is worth paying £270ish for though(my guess on total price to bring to the uk). You think grabbing this 5000u is still worth the purchase?

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Jim thanks for your comment and actually i didn't have to pay import tax but that's not always the case LOL seems a bit hit and miss when you get pinged for tax, but yes fully take your point that there are cheaper options out there, this is a keeper for me simply as it's the j model but that's purely my obsessive tastes 🤣🤣 the watch doesn't do anything different, some peeps say that the j models are better made but i can't see that 🤙🤙👍👍

[@jonasokiveta5924]

good morning Mate, how can i get that mini samurai sword displayed on your desk. and also how can i get that metal protector wire on your old model. kind regards from Niue Island bro. have a blessed weekend

[@thetimebombardier]

Greetings Jona and wow that's a serious address you got mate 😅😅 how's the diving out there? I got the sword when travelling out in asia, think in martial arts store in vietnam actually 🤔🤔 and the bumpers or bezel guards you can get on ebay, amazon or aliexpress 😎👍☺️

[@plantemichel]

Hi I do have this one and the 5610 U and Negative non U the only thing that bothers me on those GShock is that the line that cross the screen for battery indicator aren’t straight and i wonder why? Anyway nice review 😃

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Michel thanks bud and i hadn't noticed that on mine!! Gonna check now!!

[@davideexplorer6175]

good morning, thanks for the video, in your opinion it is better to buy a used mod 3159 out of warranty from a private individual. or opt for the new 3495 with all the guarantees etc?

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Davide thanks and welcome to the channel, I've got old and new gshocks and they are very solid, I guess it depends on price difference and how much that guarantee means to you financially 👍

[@davideexplorer6175]

@@thetimebombardier new 3495 260$ vs 3159 218$ …what would you do? Thanks

[@thetimebombardier]

@@davideexplorer6175 new one 😁

[@mr_watchaddict3146]

Sapphire with AR coating on this would be a dream! I'm about to go in for another re-buy... ;)

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey dude yup very good call, they don't use saph enough and as an expensive piece that would top it nicely 😋😋

[@enriqueleon6493]

I see it’s an improved screen, but is it like the stn models where you can’t see the digit shadows when turning angles? Meaning the angle of view is still much better than typical digital displays? Also are the buttons larger like on the steel variants?

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Enrique thanks for your comment bud and sadly no the buttons are the same size 😬🤣 but yes to me the digi display is far superior say to the humble 5600 👍👍

[@enriqueleon6493]

@@thetimebombardier thank you so much! And great video!

[@clintlanier8534]

Can’t decide between the 5610 negative display with the combi bracelet or the 5000. Already have the positive display 5610 and want something a little different

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Clint thanks for your view and comments on the channel suggest the neg displays are nit that popular unless it's the mips display but it might depend what you're using it for, i hava a video i'm working on which touches on this exact point 😅💪😎

[@NathanChisholm041]

The GW-5000U-1JF is much better. The rubber is a higher quality the screen looks sharper to me. The inner core is SS as is the screw-down caseback. They are night and day...

[@Mike-kc8rl]

Had my Gw 5000 for about three years now so its the 3159 module? Think it was about £275 imported from Switzerland and have worn it daily for most of the three years or so. Its just maintenance free and was worth the premium price for sure! Was using a 1987 square before that think it was DW 5600c ? And it still works and that was a premium model ? The steel case is just leaps and bounds better than the cheapo resin 5600e versions that always seem to strip threads after a couple of battery changes?

[@thetimebombardier]

G'dday Mike thanks for your comment and i've seen a lot of people recently talking about the older versions being way better built and having greater life span due to quality parts, i'm wondering if casio aren't falling into the disposable trap with many of their more budget pieces 👍👍 welocome to the channel also 😎😎

[@stevebofearth2692]

I just got one of these and I really wanted to love it but I guess nostalgia (had a 5600 in my teen years) is no reason to buy something. It's just so much smaller than I remember and it looks much larger on KZbin lol. Plus the buttons are such a pita to use! And the extra weight of the steel case is awkward. It seems like the weight isn't evenly distributed (which jt isn't I suppose). Anyway I'm putting her on ebay this weekend in case anyone is interested. Beautiful piece for sure though don't get me wrong. Just not for me anymore.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Steve 😋 dude that's a real shame but thanks for being honest about it! Most people would blame the watch but yes those things we used to like but now don't work 😅 do you have a plan B to use the funds on?

[@skipinkoreaable]

Donald Keene! I suspect you may be a lover of Japan. I like the watch.

[@thetimebombardier]

hahha yeah I do love some good old books!!!

[@skipinkoreaable]

@@thetimebombardier We do indeed.

[@JakeM240]

Hi Mate , Just ordered a 5000U and i have combi v2 bracelet also so does it fit ? Cheers in advance

[@thetimebombardier]

Hi David welcome to the channel mate and yes it fits... but... it took me two attempts amd i've scratched the lugs repeatedly trying to force them in, remember to take the bezel/case off when fitting and then i reckon curved spring bars would be the best option as the lug holes are just a fraction too far back... it now looks the mutt's nuts but a ballache 😅😅

[@brianfromireland]

Hi, thanks for the great video, just wondering if you find the buttons tuff to push in….. I have heard that they have tuff springs. Totally agree buttons are too small, did you hang on to this watch? Thanks again

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Brian thanks for your comment bud and welcome to the channel 😎👍 yup this one's a keeper 😅 the dial colours and solar just hit the sweet spot, buttons are ok, slightly better than the 5600s but if you really want everyday useful and you have large hands then yup tis a tad fiddly, getting it on the compo bracelet was also a ball ache but now it's on i really love this one and so does everyone that checks it out, price tho does push many to look at non J models, this is the only J I own cos of that price tag👍👍

[@brianfromireland]

@@thetimebombardier thanks so much , just seen you have a Baltic , the navy gold classic Baltic is my dream…. But mainly Casio for a while :) , Thanks again

[@thetimebombardier]

@@brianfromireland the baltic is very classy 🎩🎩🎩

[@MrSahlensguy]

Very good review. Just picked up a 5610 in orange and like it a lot, but to echo some comments here...the smallish size really surprised me. Not sure if it will grow on me...Wondering if the metal Gs or my dream, the TVA, has larger proportions.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Dude thanks bud and welcome to the channel 😎👍 yup the squares are very true to original size, but if you are after a chunker then have a look at the gx56s really cool but i'd suggest the pos displays as again the dial aperture is smallish 😋😋👍👍

[@MrSahlensguy]

@The Time Bombardier I think I'll stick with the 5610R for a while. It feels like the OG and with tough solar and with always having the correct time, it's hard to beat. I don't even mind it's stiff, shinny and cheap looking band, which matches the aesthetic. Just wish it was just a liiitle bit bigger...

[@thetimebombardier]

@@MrSahlensguy roger that 😋👍

[@Mike-kc8rl]

I love the upgrades, but having the original GW 5000 , I don't think I would buy it unless I needed a replacement? However, I still have a DW 5200c from 1984 ,working fine so don't see me needing a new 5000?

[@thetimebombardier]

Cheers Mike, yeah i might be the wrong person to ask 😅😅 i always find a way to 'need' another one... safer not to 😎👍💪

[@aleksandrgalkin8196]

Hello! I really like this watch, where did you buy it? can't find stores. I am from Canada.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Aleksander thanks and welcome to the channel, i got mine from ippo watch but i think that currently the cheapest import option is from amazon japan as those pesky taxes get included 😜😜

[@RobertGaron]

😎Do you know the best place to buy a combi bracelet for the GW-5000u? All the ones I've seen say they are for the 5610 or 5600, but none say the 5000u. I just want to make sure I'm getting the right one. Thanks! ✌

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Rob, i got mine from tiktox.com and it's the one for the 5600, it's an absolute dog to install 😅 i'd strongly recommend curved springbars, i sort of regret putting it on the combi as i scratched the inner lugs also with all the jiggling and wiggling... 😬

[@e28forever30]

They’re all the same.

[@sams2800]

I have the previous one GW5000 1jf with green light

[@thetimebombardier]

Cheers Sam - you thinking of upgrading or staying with the one you have? 😎😎

[@rabadabadoo491]

Would prefer the newer back light but classic look. I think I may still prefer the 5610 though. Combi bracelet looks sweet though.

[@thetimebombardier]

Cheers Rab - yup not much wrong with the 5610 😜👍

[@rabadabadoo491]

@The Time Bombardier yeah I keep getting tempted to upgrade and that would be a really nice option on the combi bracelet.....then I realise the 5610 is so good at what it does and part of that is being relatively affordable.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@rabadabadoo491 do you mod your Gs at all or keep them oem? And welcome to the channel 😜👍✌️

[@tarheelred]

*Indeed the buttons on the Octagonal (not square) models are too dog-gone small. But at least the A button or Adjust isn’t recessed as it is in some vintage models.* *I’m wearing my GW-B5600 with the red dial and boy is it tiny. I haven’t any quarrels with big Casios such as The King models (GX-56 & GXW-56), GA-700, GW-N1000, or the GPW-1000. My wrist isn’t even quite 7 inches. I like big Casios and I cannot lie…..😏*

[@thetimebombardier]

Haha me the same dude 😋😋

[@Mike-kc8rl]

You always pay a premium for made in Japan! The watch is overpriced for sure! But it's going to last decade's , even if worn daily, or if you only have ever one G shock watch this would be a strong contender? I have had mine for about five year's and has been worn at work almost every day since purchasing it! I got mine from a Swiss seller and even then cost me £235, yes its expensive but on the other hand it's value for money if your getting regular wear from it?

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Mike thanks bud and yup it's a keeper for me, it's sits nicely along side the 5600 as it's just that but classier 😋👍

[@sh4969]

Which one have you got the one with the Carbon Fibre Inserts & titanium back that one is made in Thailand & the other one is made in Japan with same Code.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hi SH thanks and welcome to the channel mate and this one doesn't have the tit back 👍😋

[@111111111Tiger]

Only watch that will survive an atomic blast. TRUTH ! Everyone needs at least one.

[@thetimebombardier]

Haha yup but let's just hope we don't put that to the test too soon 😅

[@d7r_tv]

Ordered mine. This watch is so awesome but will get a $100 Titanium tech-armor case and bracelet mod on it to look like the GMW-B5000TVA-1 ($1.7k)

[@thetimebombardier]

nice dude - can I ask where you are getting the bezel etc from pls? I'm looking to spice up my 5600 also :)

[@d7r_tv]

@@thetimebombardier dunno what happen to my previous reply but bought it from aliexpress look for "Titanium Modification Kit" from the Winston Watch Band Store.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@d7r_tv thanks dude - YT might have muted the comment as it contains a store's details... they can get a little stuffy with things like that!! cheers I'll check it out!!

[@darthvaderitasidius4550]

if you modify it with the metal bezel it may suffer, especially if you use a model that does not support the metal bezel, this will ruin the case (resin/metal) and the screws.

[@d7r_tv]

@@darthvaderitasidius4550 plenty of people mod it without trouble. All I need to do is to not mess wi5h changing the mineral crystal and the solar panel.

[@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241]

Wonderful video. Can you buy replacement straps for this watch?

[@thetimebombardier]

Hi Steven thank you sir and welcome to the channel 😎👍 yes i put mine on a composite bracelet to class it up a bit, looks great but word of warning it was a bugga to get it on 😅😅

[@leborgnejean-alain5419]

I follow your videos with great pleasure and it is one of them that definitely convinced me to buy a GW5000-1JF. Thank you for your advice and comments. I have a question for you: what do you think of Bullbar for this kind of model? Rough, aesthetic? I am interested in your opinion.

[@thetimebombardier]

Hi Jean-Alain many thanks for your comment and kind words sir, much appreciated!! I have bulls on my 5600 as it's my DIY and gardening watch 😅😅 this one i think works well without but maybe matt black bulls would also look cool!!

[@deanwaller8283]

The EL backlights are only good for around 7000 hrs of illumination,the new LCD lights are good for around 100000hrs of illumination.

[@thetimebombardier]

that's a whole lot of light!!!

[@nightlore000]

My EL lighting on my G-Shock is still good after 9 years.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@nightlore000 that's build quality :)

[@pathfidelino5424]

tough solar, it means powered by sunlight? no need to change battery?

[@deadlyyato3622]

powered by sunlight and you never have to change the battery thats right

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Path yes these are solar but they still have a battery/capacitor that the light charges up however that recharge is constant 😎👍 maybe after 20 years that battery may need swapping out but generally these last for ages 😎👍

[@rastobalaz3068]

Did you ever put that combi bracelet on this GW 5000U model?

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Rasto yes indeed mate and i've shown it in a few recent vids, looks superb but a nightmare to get it on, if you're thinking of doing it i'd suggest precurved spring bars 👍😎✌️

[@rastobalaz3068]

@@thetimebombardier thanks 🙏🙂

[@spikefcast1892]

Which size for the curve spring bars ?

[@thetimebombardier]

@@spikefcast1892 think they're 16s but would suggest a double check 👍

[@markcallaghan8389]

did i hear correctly no sapphire crystal on a premium product, i am surprised.

[@thetimebombardier]

hey Mark thanks for watching and yup sadly it's only a mineral up top, however, it's a small surface area so a bit of a trade off :)

[@benjamincarter6095]

Seen one survive a 30 meter drop...

[@annekedebruyn7797]

Only very few high end g-shock watches offer sapphire. The pros of the square line is that you barely see third party screen protectors due to the height of the sides. So if you really want to play it safe, it's a good way to go.

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

You have to pay £1499 to get a square that does, it's absolutely ridiculous.

[@itsallrobbish]

My 40 year old DW-5200 G is made in the same way and there is not a scratch on the mineral crystal, unlike other mineral crystal watches I have. The bezel tends to avoid the scratches.

[@durandalx6109]

my ga100 battery just died after 5 years and was looking for an upgrade anyway. i just opted on these yesterday over the 5600/5610 models purely because they are made in thailand and gw5000 made in japan. i'm a car guy so i prefer JDM

[@thetimebombardier]

hey Durandai thanks and welcome to the channel bud, and think this one will be a little sleeker and classier than the ga100, no disrespect meant, just as I am sure you will see this one is a step up :)

[@durandalx6109]

@@thetimebombardier just got mine and have been wearing it everyday this past week. Its definitely lighter and slimmer than my old watch. What i like about it the best is it looks cheap so i can wear it outside :)

[@thetimebombardier]

@@durandalx6109 nice dude!! Happy for ya!! 😎👍

[@tonivanlaar9596]

The 5600 has not so good backlight maybe because to save battery consumption and not being solar compared to the 5610

[@thetimebombardier]

@@tonivanlaar9596 yup think that's my understanding also 👍😎

[@ergou1591]

hi do 5000U looks bigger on wrist than 5600? Thanks a lot

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Ergou thanks for your view and no i don't think so, mine does look very different now tho as I've replaced the resin with the composite bracelet 😋😋

[@marlontanaya4958]

How long does the battery last after fully charge (from H to M or M to L)?

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Marlon welcome to the channel bud and i wear it in rotation and since purchase it hasn't changed from H 👍

[@bptdns22]

Been wearing it for a year, it never got below H.

[@albert333pool]

Greetings... Where can I get that combi bracelet for mine?

[@thetimebombardier]

g'dday Al - i used the stock version of the combi :)

[@tarheelred]

*Oh yeah, it would’ve been worth mentioning that this new model (as you did mention that this module is the same as the one in the GW-5600 Bluetooth model) has the Home Time in Stop Watch Mode and Countdown Timer Mode, Time Swap -which is done in World Time Mode, for those in Europe, the date can be adjusted to have the date of the month first and the month itself second, and a constant reminder indicator that’s available in the date window when one has been set. All of your viewers aren’t aware of these changes.* *A review of the modes would’ve helped out as well.*

[@thetimebombardier]

Yes true mate 👍👍 i sometimes think the reviews run too long so a separate vid on the modes makes perfect sense 👍👍

[@tarheelred]

@@thetimebombardier *Thanks for receiving my constructive criticism well. 👊🏾* *Don’t be afraid of those 30 minute or more tutorials. Many of my favorite watch tutorials by Watch Geek, Watch Up 69, and Greg Anderson -The Good Timekeeper are at least 20 minutes long. Many are 30 minutes. Some of Watch Geek’s tutorials have two parts and sometimes they’re 25 to 30 minutes a piece, for Casios that are abundant in their modes and features. Have you seen Mr. Watch Up 69’s GPW-2000 review? It’s just one segment but it’s at least 1 hour and 30 minutes long and boy is it worth it!!! 🤩*

[@thetimebombardier]

@@tarheelred thanks again for your comment as it's easy to do these reviews without reflection especially when work and fam get in the way 😅😅 i like watch geek's vids, super informative but i also check the average view time for most peeps and most have adhd 🤪🤪 but i'll have rethink on some longer reviews 😎😎 also i dropped Mr Rangeman an email and he got back to me but i don't feel i can share his reply on public forum; too personal 😬😬

[@tarheelred]

@@thetimebombardier *Just saw this reply. In relation to Mr. Rangeman, I’m glad that he’s yet alive. Hopefully things’ll turn around to his benefit. God’s mercy and grace to sir.*

[@mohammed.mahmoud5781]

But why is the price so high compared to the GW5610u ? There are no changes that are of great value to me 🤷

[@thetimebombardier]

hi Mohssine and welcome to the channel mate - yes this one is a bit of a hard sell in that sense - the case back is unique, the strap different and the display quality better and they are limited to asian market, other than that pick up a standard version and you get a solid watch, think these are more for the fan boys LOL

[@mohammed.mahmoud5781]

@@thetimebombardier I'm a follower of your channel that's why I understand you and I'm also a fan of this beautiful watch, I'm from the Middle East so its price is high for us especially if we compare it to its famous sister Gw-5610u , anyway I will buy one when I can 💁

[@thetimebombardier]

@@mohammed.mahmoud5781 thank you sir and the 5610U is still a great watch as an alternative 😋👍👍

[@mohammed.mahmoud5781]

@@thetimebombardier But thank you, sir, for your advice and for your unique beautiful content, of course it is a great alternative and I intend to buy one soon. I hope you will put us a video explaining how to adjust it with the atomic clock. Thank you very much 💛 {I apologize for any spelling mistakes, I am only using Google}

[@thetimebombardier]

@@mohammed.mahmoud5781 roger that mate and yes the atomic clock is a great idea for a video thanks 😎💪😋

[@dylanfoote1880]

What does the JF mean

[@thetimebombardier]

hey Dylan it denotes the japan release version to differentiate it from euro or US versions, and some peeps say they have better QC and many people like them as it's the brand heritage and exclusivity, personally i've never seen a difference between the japan or euro versions and if I buy JF it's because i want a model that wasn't released outside of asia, cheers

[@equaliser2265]

@@dylanfoote1880 Japan

[@MrVayolence]

They should just put the 5600 lighting on this... 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Kratos yup would help 😎👍😅

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

Until they start selling the 1ER version of this watch in the UK, it's unfortunately not one I can purchase. I will never pay import fees, custom fees, handling fees, and whatever crap the government forces consumers to pay when importing items from overseas. I'm just trying to find a good quality solar atomic digital G-Shock, which I thought would be easy, but further research has shown has proven me wrong. The UK G-Shock market is barren, so many fan favourite models like the Frogman are completely missing.

[@thetimebombardier]

hey Stardust yeah these taxes are getting worse everyday, I sent a £1 value parcel to Poland and the recipient got charged £12 in effin taxes... beyond stupid... have you looked at the rangemans or mudmasters?

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

@@thetimebombardier Wow, that's such a rip off! I already have the OG Mudmaster, which I actually picked up recently, but I mainly use it for its amazing analog display. I was actually set on buying the GW-9400, but hearing about ppl having lug issues and it's overall super chunky form factor completely put me off. I just want a solid all-rounder digital watch, to serve as a successor to my first ever Casio digital watch I ever worn. I know the GW-M5610 is a good alternative to the GW-5000U, but it's one I have to try first to see if it's not too cheap feeling. I'm still hoping for the GW-5000U to get officially released in the UK.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@StardustLegacyFighter roger that understood, the 5610 is cool but the buttons are darned fiddly 😅😅 the new mudman will be out soon but it looks like a cheap fake, all blocky and fugly...

[@StardustLegacyFighter]

@thetimebombardier I did have a look at the new Mudman since it's unofficially meant to be the successor to the GW-9400. It does have all the key features and a few new things like the dual LCD display and carbon core guard. However, I find the design to be a copy of the Mudmasters, and I don't want to have a cheaper looking clone of it. The other issue I have is the way the full time is shown on the display, I would have preferred to have HH:MM:SS on the same line, instead of having seconds in a different position. Anyways, I'll try out GW-M5610u and see what it feels like, and if it's too cheap feeling then I might have to bite the bullet and get the GW-5000u.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@StardustLegacyFighter coolio, fingers crossed it works for you and keep me posted pls as it helps to know what to recommend etc 😎👍

[@roelqrz]

GIVE ME A GW 5000 WITH MIP LCD DISPLAY! TAKE MY MONEY!🙃

[@thetimebombardier]

Hey Roel welcome to the channel mate and yes that upgrade would make it superb!! 😎😎👍👍

[@Luebke2773]

​@@thetimebombardier I like the optic from Mip, but hope that casio stay for most watches at the LCD Display. It has the special retro feeling.

[@thetimebombardier]

@@Luebke2773 yup I hear that 😎

[@TheCo11ection]

Lo siento el 5610 es mejor. El círculo rojo es más estético. Es 30% más ligero y 0,5mm más fino lo que lo hace mas cómodo. Los botones son más suaves y fáciles de pulsar en el 5610. El 5000 es para coleccionista, si es para llevarlo todos los días es mejor el 5610 es mejor reloj y mucho más barato. La diferencia de materiales no la vas a notar y es casi igual de resistente. Y los que mola del Casio es que es el reloj del pueblo. Todo el mundo se lo puede pagar. El 5610 ya es una versión premium por 100€. Es mejor reloj calidad precio del mercado. El 5000 es x2.5 más caro.

[@thetimebombardier]

yeah I agree the 5610 is a solid watch and I've owned several, however, I stand by the 5000 as being better looking and more refined, gracias amigo!!

[@nataliamiliano150]

FYI… Most of us don’t know which one you’re referring to when you say “this one” or “that one” 😂 We’re not psychic, and wouldn’t be watching your video if we were familiar with the models by appearance only.

[@thetimebombardier]

Thanks Natalia 😋😋

[@tonivanlaar9596]

In my country for the price of the 5000 I can buy 3x5610 for it so I say it’s overpriced a fair price would be 200,-

[@thetimebombardier]

Agreed 👍👊 i think casio milking it a bit here 🤪

[@comahrn]

200? I bought the original for around 500. The fact alone that it has a proper screw down case back..

[@NathanChisholm041]

@@thetimebombardier You can pick one up for $245us I think its quite reasonable...

[@thetimebombardier]

@@NathanChisholm041 think i paid a bit for mine as it came from japan and got hit on import tax also LOL

[@deepb249]

My eyes are getting old . Could you please suggest a watch that is easy to read and that can be read easily in dark, please? Thanks man your videos are good. I just subscribed to your channel .

[@thetimebombardier]

Thanks Deep and yup my eyes too are feeling the strain of too many hours on computers 🔎😬 are you looking for a digi or analog display?

[@deepb249]

@@thetimebombardier both types

[@deepb249]

@@thetimebombardier what happened? No reply?

[@thetimebombardier]

@@deepb249 g'dday DB sorry bud just negotiating thru xmas day LOL ok so can I ask your wrist size and budget for each?

[@deepb249]

@@thetimebombardier 7 inch $500

[@TheEublepharis1]

Casio is a really troll, made my watch outdated now=terrible

[@thetimebombardier]

Haha yeah their updates are too damned cool 🤣😅😎

[@Trotzky1930]

299€.

[@thetimebombardier]

Thanks Rafal where did you see them on sale in europe?

[@thetimebombardier]

@@Trotzky1930 roger that thanks - will let people know 😎😎👍👍

[@NathanChisholm041]

What a rip off! They are much cheaper than that. i can get one for $245 us.....

[@SanthoshShanthraj]

How much cost in INDIAn rupee

[@thetimebombardier]

Not sure sir 😜

[@e28forever30]

Why don’t you Google it??🙄

[@FernandoMartinez-vq5wz]

Yo quiero ganarme uno

[@thetimebombardier]

Haaha suerte 😎👍

[@grateful_manbg9431]

I bought this watch but my hand got sweaty... I returned it😢

[@thetimebombardier]

@@grateful_manbg9431 the strap made you sweat more? 🤔

[@grateful_manbg9431]

@@thetimebombardier Carbon or titan/metal 🤷‍♂️

[@thetimebombardier]

@@grateful_manbg9431 ok

[@rtcurtis5858]

I have a beater 5610u for $79. Just can’t see buying a $300 better beater🤪

[@thetimebombardier]

Yup fair point 😅 i use my 5600 as the beater 😎🙏

[@justmeeagainn]

This review became impossible to watch. Too many Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhmmmmmmmm”s. Just awful.

[@thetimebombardier]

Aaaahhhh diddums...

[@kamrankeeb]

@@thetimebombardier Amazing review, I purchased the GWG1000 after watching your review.. Keep your videos coming. Ignore the comments, I'd love to see them make a review. 👍👍👍

[@GunnerRDS]

You should ask for a refund

[@thetimebombardier]

@@kamrankeeb hahha thanks dude and yeah lots of sad little people around who can write hurty comments 😅😅 hope you enjoy the watch mate!!

[@GunnerRDS]

@@thetimebombardier Hey, would you recommend the GW5000U for a non-watch nerd? I've been wearing the same F-91W for about a decade and am looking for an upgrade. Was considering the 5600 but there's just something intangibly seductive about the 5000!

[@jebstuart3]

HEY!! I'M THE 619th "LIKE"!!!!

[@thetimebombardier]

Haha thanks Jeb appreciate it bud and welcome to the channel 👍😎

[@randymarsh3677]

Great review mate

[@thetimebombardier]

Cheers Randy 👍👍⌚️⌚️😎😎 do you own one yourself?

[@ecceluxlivestreams8489]

Holy cow, Lorde just popped in.