Casio G-Shock GWM5610 Solar Multiband 6 Atomic Timekeeping Watch Review

Casio G-Shock GWM5610 Solar Multiband 6 Atomic Timekeeping Watch Review on the JustBlueFish KZbin channel, home of high quality wristwatch and horology related reviews and videos.
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In today's review video we are looking at the Casio G-Shock GWM5610 Solar Multiband 6 Atomic Timekeeping Watch. We will take a look at the features and functionality and compare this watch to the popular Casio G-Shock DW5600.
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[@rctezluh42069]

one of the greatest watches ever made!!!! rocking my gwm5610 today!!!

[@skd]

Quick info: Even if you don't live in an area close to a tower, you can still use apps on your phone to replicate that signal and update your time on the watch.

[@valueink]

Solar, automatic time update, auto EL, better dial contrast - very useful features not available on the 5600, well worth the extra $50 imo

[@JeeGee114]

Thinner as well and a better quality back plate.

[@BLUESBOYBENFIELD]

It’s not EL……

[@Yang_Mulia]

@@BLUESBOYBENFIELD the older 5610 is el, the newer 5610U is led

[@Astro80s]

@@BLUESBOYBENFIELDyou uncivilized human…. *PATHETIC…* Sarcasm inserted.

[@maxdarrow939]

Is nobody going to mention that you’re recording a half hour watch review at 3:30 AM?

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

Yeah lol

[@jonlee580]

To be fair he does say it in the video that he is a night owl... But until he said it.. I'm like.. Dam dude is doing a review at 3am😮😂😂

[@ForeverUnknowing]

I got one of these from Casio direct for about $79 earlier this year. IMO, the quintessential G-Shock watch. Apart from the classic styling, it does absolutely everything you could ever watch a watch to do. Tough Solar and Multiband 6 make it a zero maintenance piece that keeps as close to perfect time as you're going to get. Stopwatch features, time zone features, 200 meters water resistance... it's really the perfect beater watch. For me it's the gold standard for accuracy and I use this watch to set all of my automatics. Great piece, no intention of it to ever leave my collection (and if it ever breaks for some reason it will be immediately replaced). Solid video!

[@briansaiditsoitmustbetrue4206]

SUPERB WATCH... Enough said.

[@surfside75]

Ok, ordered. It'll go so well with all my vintage/classic Casio's I've collected✔️ -thanks👍

[@davehall1406]

Thanks for the comprehensive review. This is my first 'G' and i have to say i'm very impressed with it. No input needed to keep it cell phone accurate, however i live about 80 miles from the UK atomic clocks at Anthorn, so the signal is strong and ubiquitous. The graphics are multicoloured and gaudy to some folks but i have a couple of 80s Suzi GSXRs so i like them. Solar works as advertised and the watch is smaller and less 'gothic' than many 'G's my only thought is why have'nt i bought one before. Thanks for the post.

[@JustBlueFish]

Yeah overall a great watch. Living so close to the atomic clock signal would make it perfect.

[@UAL320]

All in all a good review. We are 5 yrs later now and the new module (3495) takes care of a few of your concerns like time display while using stopwatch. As far as the radio synch, it’s just not designed to reliably sync in a watch case away from the window. Do any competitor watches do that? Also, where did you get the idea 24 hr time is only used in the military? Very widespread in all kinds of industries (aviation and maritime just to name two) and also widely used in countries that use the metric system.

[@superfast30]

The greatest non screw back square ever made. The forged steel case back is a nice upgrade over the stamped type case back found on entry level G-Shocks!

[@jamesmcnary4939]

Pick the G-shock you like and give it the beating that it was built for. I love Casio.

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks for watching.

[@davidlee9779]

I have a trick to make it sync every night. Just wear your 5600 when you go to bed :) Works every time and I live in Canada! My theory is that the body becomes an antenna for the radio signal. Alternatively you can use the Clock Wave app to sync it manually.

[@pjjmsn]

I respect that you know what you want and won't settle for less.

[@JustBlueFish]

Thank you sir, and thanks for watching.

[@wrightstuf73sw]

I Got the GW-M5610U.... The 2021 Upgraded version... you can see the time while in stop watch mode

[@frankgerace5997]

A great watch, and it’s great to have it in my collection..I also have the “blacked-out” version of the DW-5600, which is also great!!

[@markobrien6586]

your videos are great becuse of my Casio watch addiction !! keep them coming !! 5 stars !!

[@willesloco]

I’ve owned the GW M5610 for about 4-5 years now, I think I bought it in Singapore. I wore it as a beater watch for tough outside work, painting and took it diving a few times. Then I left it on my window ledge for a year not wearing it once. I picked it up again recently to change the rubber to a nato strap and it’s still accurate to the second and fully powered. It does have problems receiving a signal but can achieve it if pointed in the right direction and that’s even through triple glazing. I think if you wear the watch outside then it shouldn’t be an issue. It is still as accurate if not more so than an expensive mechanical chronometer. For a beater watch it’s the best.

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks for watching.

[@BrianHartman]

You're spot on about the atomic timing. I have a very hard time getting mine to sync. I live in New Jersey.

[@Seamaster1963]

I’m in Lincolnshire, England. Mine syncs every night without fail. Sometimes at 1:02 am, sometimes at 2:02 am. It’s an amazing timepiece.

[@jasonpark5692]

I got mine in November 22, from Amazon for $70 shipped. I think it may have been one someone opened, didn't like and sent it right back. Worked out great for me. I also had a 5000U model from ebay that shipped from Japan. It had the same module as my 5610U. I ended up selling the 5000, it was really cool with yhe steel case however, with the same functionality I preferred the lighter weight of the 5610 as a daily. Just for anyone that has this but wants a 5000, just another factor to consider.

[@barrywade8303]

Great review, my 5610 will be delivered tomorrow. I live on the west coast of Florida and my wavecepter picks up a Signal every night.

[@JustBlueFish]

Nice let me know how the radio sync works for you. Mine was hit and miss. I could get it to work reliably if I left it outside and had an unobstructed view pointing North pretty reliably but not really if it was in the house.

[@barrywade8303]

Got my GShock 5610 yesterday. The radio synced perfect last night.

[@SlavaVB]

you can now see current time in timers in the GW-M5610U

[@manzahalem8845]

I’ve had both the DW5600 and this 5610 Solar/Atomic and kept the 5600. For my money the 5600 fits my wrist better and is much more comfortable. Better off-axis viewing angles and better EL Backlight as well, backlight is stronger and lasts longer (about 3 seconds) per push of the D button. Also like that I can view current time when in other screens/modes. Alarms on G-Shocks can rarely be relied on to wake up to. Much too quiet and too short of a duration. Casio should take a page from Timex’s book regarding alarm volume and duration. I do like the idea of the solar and the atomic timekeeping, my ideal square G-Shock would be the 5000 model but I’m too frugal to drop $300 on a G-Shock Square. Everybody should have a 5600 at least, these G-Shock squares are classics. Love your videos and your always thoughtfully presented content-thank you for sharing with us. 🙏

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks Man, appreciate you watching and for the feedback. I think I'll just stick with my 5600, I already love that watch and the 5610 sync is a bit more of a hassle than I would prefer to deal with.

[@Chrishagen]

Yes! The strap on the 5610 is set at a sharper angle and digs into the sides of the wrist more. The 5600 seems looser.

[@mlmperez1114]

Out of the 9 Casios, 3 are tough solar(gw5610/gw6900/gwb5600). The 5610 (older model) is my favorite, fits my wrist superbly. The resin on gwb5600 is too soft in my opinion, going to swap out bezel & straps on it. I replaced the straps on the gw6900 with dw5600 straps which makes the watch hug the wrist way better than originals

[@inSaNe_44]

Just got this positive display version. I already had the negative display version. Great legendary retro Casio watch! 💪 🍻 🎊 🇷🇴

[@He_isI]

This is a great watch. I wear it everyday.

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks for watching, enjoy the G-Shock.

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

Still alive?

[@He_isI]

@@yorusuyasoul69420 Yes! I gave it to my son after I bought a 1st gen Rangeman.

[@michalmisio64]

Thanks for the great review on 5610 , I will pick up 5610 for two reasons over the cheaper version: number 1 I never ever wanna mess with opening and changing the battery , and number 2 I do have family in different time zones so I constantly need to know what time is it where they are at, and that rally doesn't bother me that I can not see the time when i go to stop watch timer.

[@spqa2004]

@@Simon89Jeppesen What is the updated version?

[@michaelk487]

I have three of them different Atomic ones and they all work perfect almost every night very rare they won't pick it up the signal

[@veetour]

I just ordered mine. I couldn't resist! I have two other G-Shocks, the Riseman and the GW6900, and both are solar and multiband. The watches pick up a signal even here in Northern Canada. I wanted to get this one because the other watches were too thick and hard to wear with long sleeve shirts for work.

[@christopherjohnson4276]

Please tell me you kept this watch. I was disappointed with the countdown timer not displaying current time but it wasn't a deal breaker. This has turned into the "one watch to set then all" watch. Love it. Thanks, take care 🙂

[@ThomasMehiar]

Hi, I hope that Casio will Make the Changes on those Watchs. Thanks for your review.

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks for watching and for the comment I appreciate it.

[@roderickmorales]

13:11 almost sounded like you were saying ‘when we’re talking aBRAGout… 😂 Watch is fantastic though, not perfect for sure, but it gets the job done and it’s cool and durable. I am planning in ordering this one from Amazon to check if out. I do own the newer GShock Smartwatch GSW H-1000 that for some reason not many KZbinrs are talking about and reviewing and the Rangeman 9400. I believe this one is more of a classic look. Price it’s definitely reasonable at less than $100.

[@hdmedia7404]

Very honest review. I will go for a regular 5600.

[@alt0v14]

The cost of that watch in Ukraine is $217. It's such a pleasure to get it for less then $100. May be we are reach people here in Ukraine and can afford such prices :) who knows.

[@JustBlueFish]

I'm not familiar with Ukraine exchange rates and how $217 would relate to the US dollar.

[@xXOctan3Xx]

In the UK on Amazon it's £81, close to the $100. Could you try getting it shipped?

[@morshed492]

I didn't find this watch anywhere in Bangladesh.. And even if it was available it would cost more than 200$.. But luckily I'm using another process of getting it direct from USA and paid 107$... Hope that's not too much :')

[@S99-c5s]

You shouldn't of overthrown the legitimate government with EU support

[@twozerouk]

Touring the mountain states from the UK at the moment and brought this watch with me. I assumed if I had world time set to London when I arrived in Denver it would set the timekeeping time to local using the Fort Collins signal. Alas no change from London time despite passing through F Collins heading north! You mention on the review different time signal frequencies confusing the watch. Any comments welcome. Excellent review by the way.

[@BAR-ct7ti]

I guess I’m fortunate. I have the 5610 and I can keep it on my dresser next to my wallet across the room from my window, and it still syncs with Fort Collins. I live in Western Kentucky.

[@petitpanierdosier]

I bought a dw5600 and a gw5610 finally i kept the 5600, classic, not complicated, straight forward, timeless

[@JustBlueFish]

The dw5600 without a doubt my favorite Gshock.

[@Tdr-jv2nc]

The new updated one should be perfect for you!

[@SOLIDSNAKE.]

My favorite of my casios!

[@neletg]

I have the basic 5600 and the solar and multiband 5610 in black version. In my opinion is one of the best watches ever made.

[@BAR-ct7ti]

Which one??? You listed 3.

[@dariuszrysak1133]

what also is the difference in those two watches is the thickness of the hour digits... in m5610 they are thicker, what makes them more visible. I am happy about the bigger size of the digits on display, the time is visible at first when you look at the watch.

[@noctilucent7396]

I have the gw5000 absolutely love it!!

[@albert333pool]

Question... Is there a button to turn ON the atomic so it receives the signal or does it do it on its own? BTW. I agree with you on everything you said about the 5610 which is why I got the 5000u - but I sure love "those small details" on the 5600e ❤

[@tonyhancock3508]

You can sync it manually with your cell phone with ear phones via a JJY or WWVB emulator or simulator app. The ear phones provides the waves signal for your cell phone. You can use your cellphone and download the app that syncs your phone to atomic time or do it manually yourself.

[@JustBlueFish]

That’s pretty interesting, thanks for sharing.

[@peteduncan-um4kx]

my watch synchs fine from my balcony in UK [so far north] and were surrounded more each day by phone masts and wind turbines that may or may not have any effect, good or bad, we had hardly any of those when i got the watch from amazon around £84 3 or 4 years ago. i haven't tried checking if it will synch in its box [ witch is not lead lined!] or berried under a rock

[@chrisr7463]

Very helpful review - thanks

[@sverkernilsson27]

I've got the 5600 and use it at work as a construction worker. It's an absolutely perfect watch for me. I would love to have the 5610 because of the solar and atomic timekeeping, but i just can't stand the look of it! It's so messed up and the red square/frame on it makes it look like a toy! Great video. 👍

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks for watching. I think there’s some other solar and atomic square models that don’t have the red outline, maybe a completely blacked out version if I’m not mistaken? Maybe an option for you?

[@sverkernilsson27]

Yes i know of them, the price gets higher and the negative display is to hard to read for me. Thanks anyway, regards from Sweden.

[@davidoffrance]

Maybe the casio gw5000 but it is more expensive

[@sverkernilsson27]

Yes i know of it, but it's almost three times the price and that's above the price limit for me regarding a G. Appreciate your input.

[@NFS-shade]

But I like the color

[@jefferyneu3915]

From FL, I bet if you put your watch in a west facing window it will reliably sync. I am in Cincinnati and put mine in a south facing window and it syncs without fail. Great thorough review and comparisons!

[@AUTubeN22]

i didnt realise that the time wouldnt show in stopwatch that spoild it for me too but i just got my gw5610-1er on e-bay for £85 new & unused so ill be keeping it for all its best qualities which are pretty cool! if you want to see the time when in st just wear both watches! :)

[@JHunt6352]

😂😂😂😂

[@TinBin-Craig]

cheers brill review i like the watch a lot

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks for watching. Square G-Shocks are one of my favorite watches.

[@binhminh7136]

May I know how to turn the light display on. My watch display is too dark to see the time in the dark. Thanks in advance.

[@billymania11]

I have a fair number of watches but one of my most prized is the DW5600. I just feel good wearing it. Even the Swiss watch nerds approve.

[@dariuszrysak1133]

I was thinking about dw 5600 but this one has better display. it's placed higher what makes it more visible. also the buttons are more comfortable to work with...

[@Bugster987]

Nice review. Shame the sync feature isn’t working for you. I have the positive and negative versions and keep them on a shelf that catches natural daylight when I’m not wearing them. The room also happens to be in the direction the daily signal is transmitted from and it never misses a sync. If you find the direction the signal comes from and make sure the watch is propped upright (not its natural stance when not on wrist) this may help.

[@JustBlueFish]

Mine doesn’t seem to mind sitting on its side and syncing when it’s outside where it has a signal, but there’s no chance it will sync when in my watch box unfortunately.

[@surfitli]

Great review. Another little thing to know, the bezels are different on these 2 models. I wanted the replace the Bezel on my DW-5600E work watch beacause it broke and fell off. When I received it and went to replace it, I found that they are not the same. When buying a replacement Bezel, make sure it fits the exact model you have.

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks for the info and thanks for watching.

[@KeithBohling]

Great watch and great review. Love mine and though it doesn’t get worn as much as others, it’s great to have the atomic time in my watch box to accurately set my mechanicals.

[@JustBlueFish]

Yeah that was my intention, to have it as a reference clock for my mechanicals. I could just manually sync it from time to time or store it in a non-ideal location but I'd prefer it just function the way I had hoped.

[@davidbarclay3651]

Have you tried to hold the adjust button while in the stopwatch mode? It seems there may be options. The stopwatch has a pre start function.

[@JustBlueFish]

Don’t think I noticed that.

[@yoinkhaha]

Do you never time anything longer than an hour? I do allll the time, I would love the hours counter.

[@kimnewton8530]

Did you know that your 5610 was built on October 25th. 2017, just 58 days after mine (same factory)? Some might find it interesting to know the date of manufacture, and the tough solar models have that information in the serial number.

[@JustBlueFish]

Nice, thanks for sharing.

[@morshed492]

Kim Newton Can you help me figuring out mine???! What's the decoding method?!

[@will33200]

Hi ! gret review thanks ! For the sync problem you can put it on/near a metalic structure it will act as an antenna. I have the same problem with mine, syncs well outside but not inside...Put it on a copper pipe and it syncs perfectly everyday. It works for all radio sync watch.

[@barzanbaranmahmood8869]

Hi I am from Iraq once or twice the sgnal was 2 and 3 but how to strengthen the sighnal ...please ?

[@felixmint9839]

What is up my boss from South Korea wow

[@mortekaieve4729]

It looks like this model now has the time under the stop watch and countdown timer. Also the watches don't always say RCVD to note that it has gotten a signal for time updates, if the watch only updates time it won't show, when you go to the signal screen as long as it says "GET" and not "ERR" it means the time was updated.

[@deannascott3475]

The all stainless steel B5000 version does show the time in the stopwatch mode...

[@simonmurphy706]

3.5x the price though

[@ats7485]

I may fall into the "knows just enough to be dangerous" catagory, but I am beginning to realize that atomic time is not set in stone as we believed. While the measurement of a second is precise (based on the consistent oscillation of cesium atoms), the time varies dramatically depending on the altitude of the atomic clock that sends the signal. Correct me if I'm wrong.

[@JustBlueFish]

You may vey well be correct, honestly I don’t know much about the subject either. Maybe I’ll look into it further I’d be interested to know.

[@GeeBeeMike]

Only inside a gravity field.

[@DiegoMalo88]

should've gotten the GWM5610U

[@oklahomahank2378]

The RCVD also indicates that you haven’t messed with the time. If you change it manually the RCVD disappears.

[@watchout2224]

I use clockwave too because I live in a valley and the mountains block the atomic signal. Clockwave is great.

[@JustBlueFish]

What’s Clockwave?

[@watchout2224]

Read the post below. You actually replied to it.@@JustBlueFish

[@barzanbaranmahmood8869]

@@watchout2224 tell me

[@brads4606]

Would the time sync work if the watch is in power save mode? As is in when it’s stored away in a box. Just wondering.

[@JustBlueFish]

It will sync in PS mode, if it can get a signal.

[@SlavaVB]

I just returned my DW5600 .... the timer reset button is impossible to press...

[@robynlhatetheelitesstridel5395]

The Bluetooth watch l was referring to is the GBD-800in desert sand colour best g shock ever made !the neg display is backlit and a seperate backlight for the analog hands- it’s awsome and lm always on the right time thanks to my phone no more daylight saving headaches and it doen’t matter that lm in australia this works any where-the winged griffin

[@mm-iq3gj]

Great review! I got my DW5600E in 2009, still running great as my edc watch, even without a battery change. The only reason I didn't "upgrade" to 5610 or 5000 is that they can't display the current time in stw/cdt modes.

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks m m. I decided to stick with the 5600 as well.

[@BAR-ct7ti]

That issue has now been resolved in the new 5610-U upgrade.

[@FortuneCookieMeditation]

I just got the DW5600 for $42 and thinking about returning it for the GWM5610 for around $70. I never use stop watch thing. Solar and Multiband 6 is cool.

[@firgaba]

Change it immediately believe you are better off !!!!

[@xxsilver_gamingxx389]

@@firgabaget the 5610?

[@jasonhw7565]

Hi there , just wondering does the solar panel need constant babysitting with regards to exposure to light? I wanted a watch where I could just not worry about anything

[@mattkurmas6733]

Did you ever explain why not seeing the time of day while the countdown timer is running was a deal breaker? Seems like if you need to know the time while running SW or timer, quickly flipping to the time and back again would be OK. Seems minor to me.

[@oklahomahank2378]

I would say it is most important on the alarms, as you want to know the current time while setting an alarm. It is also useful in the other modes. If we were not obsessive about the time we wouldn’t be watching this video. I have a base 5600 and a GLX 5600 with moon and tides. If I want those features I go with my 350, which is about my favorite but is huge.

[@lrlevy]

Great review. I got into square Gshocks with the el-cheapo W-800H. I have been looking at this one for some time. Just bought this watch using your affiliate link. BTW, your link gave me $3 lower than a standard use of Amazon. Thanks.

[@AUTubeN22]

hey if it wasnt for me buying the W-800H i would never have thought of getting a GW-5610-ER! now i feel sorry for my W-800H so i promise to wear it some times even with the excess strap ill blue tac it down np! one more thing got me peeved with the GW-5610-ER the metal buckle they should have stuck with the black resin plastic

[@oOoScarecrow31oOo]

6:04 Well, this one is a solar watch you won't use the battery (10 months). You can use the auto-light then. 😏 But the light is a bit slow to come… 😩 14:55 In Europe the 24h system is mostly used it's not Only for military. (I use 24h instead of am/pm)

[@Mr.M1STER]

How can you return something that you have opened and been using.

[@JustBlueFish]

Amazon has a good return policy.

[@markdecarlos2141]

I have the same watch and I live in Canada synching no issue for me

[@JustBlueFish]

So you’re suggesting I move to Canada? I don’t know if they’d take me.

[@billmurphy893]

He’s merely suggesting that his syncs fine even in Canada.......Your method of making passive aggressive hidden assertions that are clouded by your own bias is shielding you from significant amounts of quality information and experiences much as your storage of this watch is keeping you from enjoying its awesome features. Hope you enjoy the sheltered life.

[@StewartLucrative]

Help me to understand the atomic function of this watch, if I were to have it set to my local time, and we're to go out of my time zone on vacation, would I be able to sync to the new time zone by pressing a button? Or do I have to select the correct City and wait for it to sync overnight?

[@loose4bet]

The button sync and the overnight sync does the exact same thing. You'll need to change the time zone to the one you're in. The clock can't identify geographical location. You can also set 2nd time zone. Press C once in timekeeping mode, now you can toggle through timezones by pressing D. You get that 2nd timezone name in date box and you have to toggle through all functions (C 4 times) to get back to normal timekeeping. You can also switch the DST in that 2nd time zone by holding A which is independent of your standard setting for DST.

[@StewartLucrative]

@@loose4bet thank you!

[@nigelstevens6218]

In the UK the 5600 e is 70 pounds the 5610 is 83 pounds not much different

[@JustBlueFish]

Crazy, that's not much difference. In the US the 5600 can be found for $40 while the 5610 is $85, at least on Amazon right now.

[@juanfor3182]

Do they fit the same on the wrist? I mean do you put them on the same hole when you put them on your wrist?

[@michaelo5400]

I have an old and new version. The new version has the date in stopwatch mode. Also the manual (new and old), says the watch should be taken off and placed in a window. I think it’s the nature of radio based communication. I personally think the conbo of tough solar and atomic is worth it. I have found changing batteries in the other version can be problematic, particularly with the gasket seal.

[@duvalpenny100]

The updated gwm 5610's show the time during stop watch use.

[@davidpang5784]

Great: Love your video.

[@JustBlueFish]

Thanks for watching.

[@krystianstepien5835]

Great review as always when it comes to specification and personal thoughts. Receiving the radio sync 4x a day is not so important. When we realize these watches are +-5s a month the synchro once a day or 2 days is enough. Once a day we`ll be in the range of radio wave for sure. I agree about the lack of timekeeping indicator during the stopwatch. This is the main failure of this module.

[@steve4765630]

The stopwatch actually is better on this one because it can count multiple hours. It doesn't show the time because it counts the hours in that space, but I get what you're saying.

[@SlavaVB]

Is the alarm on the DW5600 louder than on the GW-M5610 ?

[@copythat10_44]

It’s solar. That’s why I got a solar atomic. So it’s always charged. No need to power save. Unless you live in Alaska being no sunlight for 6 months out of the year.

[@JustBlueFish]

Yeah the solar charging functionality is great. It can become a problem if like me you own a lot of watches and it might not get worn regularly though.

[@copythat10_44]

JustBlueFish Watch Reviews wait until it goes on sale. I like the new Rangeman that just came out.

[@billmurphy893]

Store it in a lighted place once every 10 months.........

[@brendanl3071]

Hi so did you return ? I got one these watches recently and love the watch apart the atomic time keeping which is slow to up some times depending where I store it in house. Great re view

[@JustBlueFish]

I did return it. I simply prefer the DW5600.

[@benlait3696]

I have same watch, unfortunately after a week of owning it I put a massive scratch across the face from hitting it against a corner of a granite work top. It's now my beater watch, I also set my automatics from it. Cool watch!

[@JustBlueFish]

Good choice, sorry about the scratch. Is the crystal acrylic on this watch I can’t remember? You could try polywatch, got a scratch out of my Speedmaster crystal.

[@benlait3696]

Yes I think it's acrylic thanks I may give that a go but it's had a hard life since then so passed caring now. 🙂

[@sdnalyam]

How is the solar battery on this watch. I had an early version and if on high battery for a long time, ie, not cycling the battery breaks down.

[@JustBlueFish]

I’ve never heard of that sort of problem.

[@willesloco]

Ive had mine for several years with no issue. Even made the mistake of leaving it in a dark drawer for several months and when I remembered to take it out and put it on the window for a charge it was still accurate and had a good charge .

[@hb9145]

All Lithium-Ion batteries last longer if they stay at medium charge. Staying at full charge will degrade the battery faster, but it will still last for a very long time.

[@barzanbaranmahmood8869]

Good review ,your opinion

[@russiangopnik9639]

I love your basic humble reviews of all types of watches. But the one watch you need to review is the Casio G-Shock Frogman GWF-1000 before the GWF-D!000 was created. It is the last true Casio G-Shock Diver's watch with just a timer, like a Rolex Submariner before all the other stuff got in the way. Even though there is an argument between automatics and digital watches as diver's watch. It is also ISO rated.

[@JustBlueFish]

I’ve never looked at that Frogman. I don’t think I’d buy one but if I can find one to borrow I’d review it. I do have a Rangeman and Mudmaster on loan now I need to review.

[@Chrishagen]

Florida and Washington get the worst reception from Fort Collins due to distance and/or radio interference. Clock Wave and Radio Wave Sync are both apps which you can manually sync your watch to ,once or twice a month in less than 2 minutes. On the 5610 the automatic sync can be switched off, so this really isn’t a big deal. In any case, in Florida the watch should be left by a North facing window and will likely only successfully sync with Fort Collins at night. North America is poorly covered compared to Europe as far as the atomic time signal is concerned.

[@alanwright3172]

bought two of these to mod, does anyone know why one has a horizontal dash between the Day/month yet the other has a "comma" as in the video?

[@michaelk487]

You have to put it on a window it's not going to work in your watch box that's for sure it can get pick up the signal

[@evhvariac2]

Great review. Agree 100% about the time of day not showing in other modes. Deal breaker for me so I ordered the 5600

[@JustBlueFish]

It’s a little thing but for me it’s a must have feature.

[@MrALCHEMIST2010]

Clear accent and to the point. Excellent review. Thank you.

[@eron17]

A piece of light is called a photon. Nice watch.

[@JMK15]

Do you think the DW 5600 is a little bigger?

[@JustBlueFish]

I didn’t think so.

[@Tricroman]

It is.

[@vals8062]

Hi there Guy, you might want to check out the new G-shock square bluetooth muti-band solar it does keep the current time in upper box when using stop watch mode model# Gw-B5600.