Casio Square 5610u: tough enough?

[@filipesousa9990]

Very good review, thank you for presenting it in a professional, methodical way, a far cry from the weird faces and high pitched voices most youtubers offer. Enjoyed.

[@Realidealgear]

Thank you. Couldn't agree more with your assessment. I'm trying to bring a common, everyday wear approach including the changes life brings to everyone...like wearing glasses. Almost 80% of Americans wear corrective lens.

[@JL-XrtaMayoNoCheese]

Just don't be ugly bro and have a deep voice

[@Realidealgear]

@@JL-XrtaMayoNoCheese, roger that

[@johnfadds6089]

80% of Americans are on crap diet, that's why.

[@itsallrobbish]

Mad watch collector reference by any chance? They can't be all the same. I like many reviewers.

[@waymok2789]

I have a lot of watches, including a few really nice looking dress watches, but this is the watch I wear to work every day. I drive a delivery truck and handle a lot of heavy parcels. I kinda beat this watch up a lot but it’s still in great shape. And every day I enjoy seeing how exactly in synch it is with the atomic wall clock at work. I use this to set the time on all my other watches. I love it.

[@Realidealgear]

Exactly! The G-Shock Square is that! I love the tough solar was well. Grab and go....get 'r dun!

[@folksurvival]

I have the older non-U model with the blue EL backlight. I've been using it daily for hard, dirty manual labor work for about two years and it still works perfectly. It has some scuffs and scratches but that's all. It has never even dipped below High on the charge indicator. Years of super accurate time and date in all conditions day and night with no maintenace.

[@Realidealgear]

And that is why it's a legend. Thank you for sharing.

[@Luebke2773]

Have this watch since few weeks, and I love it. Best thing is the adjustable time format: dd/m. As we in Europe use this

[@Realidealgear]

Agreed. Lots of features in a small durable package. Have a great week!

[@hgr.7857]

Great no BS review. These upgraded G-shock "U" modules are outstanding. The auto light and sharper, higher contrast LCD display (with thicker text) make it viewable from any angle or light conditions (in stark contrast to the 🌽negative displays). I have a GW5000U-1JF and it is a perfect, non-mechanical watch. Speaking for myself, that GW5000 and a Sinn 104 I St Sa would be a perfect two-watch collection. Two outstanding tool watches: one solar atomic Digi and one well-engineered automatic mechanical. Thanks for posting 👍

[@Realidealgear]

Agreed! The 5610u is an outstanding value. I'm putting together a Casio trifecta with the 5610u, Pathfinder, 800, and 1200 for comparison. Thank you for watching (no pun intended but its funny anyway!)

[@hgr.7857]

@@Realidealgear lol, I was gonna end my comment by saying "thanks for taking the time" but opted for "posting" instead bc I thought it was too unintentionally punny! Thanks for replying. Man, I have no irons in the fire, but srsly: get a GW5000U. Yes, it cost 2x as much as the 5600u, everything is just more premium; the band is softer & more supple, I really like the polished SS laser etched caseback and steel core - makes it feel like a proper watch with a bit of heft. But, sort of a double edged blade: I still rock the OG 5600E when I'm going do be out in "it" bc I wanna keep the GW5000 'nice'-ish for daily wear. 🤷🏼 🤔 Sorta defeats the purpose. The 5610U is a happy medium I suppose. That and I really like the vintage red line encircling the face. Matter of fact, I'm navigating over to amzn to look for a deal I think. Man can't have too many G-shock squares. If that's wrong, I don't wanna be right.

[@hgr.7857]

@@Realidealgear I'll be watching for the trifecta comp vid, great idea 👍

[@michaelwallace3754]

I have this watch and paired it with the combi bracelet, I wear it everyday and work in oil and gas construction, love the watch

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks for sharing!

[@nicksington8020]

I have the 'non U' version and have also paired it with the combi bracelet. Top notch watch, see's more wrist time than any of my other watches...

[@nicksington8020]

Also, great video. Have just subscribed..!

[@ginobaldisseri2663]

I have this watch for about 12yrs now, and hadn't changed the battery yet. I just bought the updated version 'cause this is a perfect watch. Classic, durable, perfect size.

[@Realidealgear]

Agreed, these are impressive watches.

[@drbobsnightmare2521]

Battery will probably last another decade if you keep it in the light.

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

Is the strap not getting brittle??

[@ginobaldisseri2663]

@@yorusuyasoul69420 no its not, actually the old version has thicker strap. I use it everyday at work washing dishes etc. I am actually trying to abuse this watch since I got the new version but this never gives up lol.

[@itsallrobbish]

@@drbobsnightmare2521yep, I have a 2007 GW-002E, maybe one of the first Tough Solars (Atomic 5) and the battery is still going fine after 17 years!

[@jimmymcclure4549]

I am a big Gshock fan. This is my favorite model. Just best all around Gshock in my opinion. I wear mine a lot.

[@Realidealgear]

That it is....the legend of all Casios.

[@DWtuna]

2 Modifications that I suggest are: 1. NATO band & adapter: 10-20 bucks total (or even less if you shop around). Superior comfort. 2. Screen protector: added ease of mind without breaking either the watch or the bank.

[@Realidealgear]

Excellent ideas. I'm not concerned as much about the crystal. I just finished a torture test on the F200 and was surprised to see how thick the crystal was. One could PolyWatch polish the heck out of a crystal and not worry about making the crystal too thin.

[@michaeljohnson-li5nn]

Great review of a very interesting watch. Personally I am a Big fan of the G Shock range of watches. Regards from Nottingham U.K.

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks for watching! I've moved toward evaluating what I regularly use...and the W800H is now my go to...for now. I'll see how long it lasts because the G-Shock have a well established durability history.

[@brucebush5744]

Perfect everyday watch - set it once and that’s it for many years of maintenance free perfect time keeping. You’d have to go out of your way to damage it - but even if you do, it’s cheap enough for that not to be a serious issue.

[@Realidealgear]

100% agree.

[@ViolinistWilliam]

Fantastic review! Would love to see you discuss seikos, like the solar chronos. I own this watch, and you are spot on. It exceeds its value.

[@Realidealgear]

Thank you for the compliment and the content suggestion.

[@mlmperez1114]

I have a small wrist and this watch fits my wrist like a glove 👍🏼

[@Realidealgear]

Agreed! Casio absolutely nailed the design of the case and strap. Have a great week

[@Biowolf626]

I have a 6.25 wrist I hope it fits good when I get it

[@ami5975]

One month ago when I was gonna buy a G-Shock tough solar watch, the G-Shock salesperson recommended me a cuter, more legible screen of a new Protrek after seeing my squinting my eyes on the smaller G-Shock digits and knowing I wanted the triple sensors. I bought the G-Shock GW-9400 Rangeman because of the better buttons. My old Protrek plastic/resin button kinda get stiffer over time especially the light button (maybe dirt inside). Plus, the G-Shock is built tough.

[@Realidealgear]

There's no denying the G-shock toughness. I don't think the other models from which the G-shocks are derived are significantly vulnerable to what most people would consider rough use. I like the Rangeman model a lot. I have too many Casios! Time to start giving them away.

[@itsallrobbish]

Another great review, Tim, that puts the watches through their paces. Certainly for folk outside the US, this U model had a helpful addition, in that the date format can be swapped, so that Christmas, for instance, can be shown as 25.12 in the upper right display. In addition to this, if the watch is being used for different functions, for example the stopwatch or countdown timer, then the current time will always be in that top right window. The version before the U one did not have this feature. The LED light replaced the Electro Luminescence (EL) which disappointed some people, but apparently, the LED will last longer and put less of a drain on the battery, according to Casio. I am definitely getting one of these. In the past, I have put the wrong date on a paperwork and that is annoying, haha.

[@Realidealgear]

This version of the square seems to be as bullet proof as you can get and the updates are excellent. I prefer this light to the EL on the earlier model. The light to some, might appear to be an EL...excellent LED coverage. Have a great Easter weekend.

[@altair3914]

Hi! where do you record your videos? is very beatiful, Im from south spain and Ive never seen the snow and either a landscape like that, also i have the DW5600E, very similar, have good day!

[@Realidealgear]

I live in Western Montana, USA. We are emerging from winter into spring. The mountains don't always cooperate with spring weather. Have a great weekend and thank you for watching.

[@chriscon8463]

Great review on a great watch! I just got mine a few days ago. I’ve had a 5600 before that the Air Force gave to me, but the 5610 is certainly a bit better. I’ve still got my titanium Pathfinder that I got in 2011!

[@Realidealgear]

The titanium pathfinder (slim model) is tough as nails. I gave my to my youngest son. Going on 20 years...same battery.

[@chriscon8463]

@@Realidealgear I checked the model # on my Pathfinder: PAW-1300T with a 3070 “Triple Sensor”. It really is a solid watch…I should give it some wrist-time! I’ve just been using it to set my other watches because it gets the radio time-hack every night.

[@Realidealgear]

I had a PAW 2000T. I was going to get another one, before I bought the one I have now (PRW 6600Y). I'd buy it again in a heartbeat. Solid watches. Thanks for sharing.

[@itsallrobbish]

Is that the USAF, what a great idea, the RAF should issue G-Shocks. I bought a DW-5200 in 1984 just before I joined the Royal Air Force (RAF) and its still going strong on only its 3rd battery. THE DW-5600 are issued by NASA, I have heard.

[@michaelpalm2210]

I remember the television commercial in the 80's of a g shock being used as a hockey puck. tough watch! I have a 5610 and love that it's battery never needs replacement. My other watches need almost yearly replacement

[@Realidealgear]

Excellent memory! Tough as nails and a great fitting watch as well. Have a good week.

[@mlmperez1114]

Out of all my watches this watch is the most comfortable watch of all where I’m able to sleep with it and forget it’s on. My iwatchSE is extremely jealous 😂😅

[@Realidealgear]

Its a great contour to the wrist.

[@mlmperez1114]

I have both watches and he is correct 5610 is way more comfortable than my Iwatch

[@garyshepherd9226]

I have one - agree about the strap holes - can't find a decent softer strap alternative (as the Jays and Kays doesn't work as well for this watch and Combi straps are either too loose or too tight). So sticking with this strap for now - but still a great watch.

[@Realidealgear]

Fortunately, the strap contours well to my wrist. A legend of a watch.

[@michaelk487]

Fantastic watch

[@Realidealgear]

Agreed!

[@7775Kevin]

This is one of my top three watches. I wear it several times a week. If not this one I’ll wear my GW6900 or sometimes my Rangeman 9400. Thanks for another good review video.

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks. All three are excellent watches. Take care.

[@FiremanFrach]

Hi. Great review. I just got mine in the mail today. So far so good. Looking forward to my next G Shock coming this week

[@Realidealgear]

Right on!

[@vincentjack735]

This is a sporty casual wear for me. My daily driver

[@Realidealgear]

It’s an excellent go to watch.

[@bodie463]

I have adaptors & use a velcro strap, I have bullbars on it too. Its a solid wear & forget option.

[@Realidealgear]

Great idea. The factory strap works for me but my wife won't wear it because of the factory strap on her smaller circumference wrist...I'll see if your idea helps.

[@inSaNe_44]

I have the negative display version, great watch! I'm thinking on buying the positive display version also! Just for my Casio g-shock collection 💪🍻 🇷🇴 🎊

[@Realidealgear]

It's a collection with many options.

[@CaptainLeftHook]

I have both of them. Positive and negative display. Negative just looks cooler. Positive is more functional. Just my opinion.

[@inSaNe_44]

@@CaptainLeftHook now I have them both too. Great Casio legendary watches 👌

[@CaptainLeftHook]

@@inSaNe_44 I agree. They're classics.

[@user-cp9mi5st4f]

I've got good and bad news: there are 8 different models with this module...

[@v.t.3194]

Very nice idea to combine the watch with good work knifes

[@Realidealgear]

Glad you like it. I have them and both knife, watch (and phone, wallet) are my core EDC.

[@MrSonofagun45]

Great watch but like you said a little hard to read for us seasoned guys. Great video, thanks.

[@Realidealgear]

You’re very welcome. I’ve actually worn it more now than when the video was made. I may have had a little stick-it-to-the-square attitude.

[@KudoYoung]

The auto light will only activate when it is dark enough. I was a bit perplexed showing my wife upon opening it. When its sufficiently dark it works every time like a charm.

[@Realidealgear]

A great feature...sometimes it's annoying when relaxing in a darken room/theater, etc. Overall, I like it.

[@Meshtastic2024]

Great real world review buddy, I own the same watch and fitted a screen protector on it.

[@Realidealgear]

Thanks for watching. Have a great week!

[@WATCH-4U]

i have many Gs including mudmaster GST model numerous 2100s GA range etc etc n this 5610u is my fav G' i own... it really is the best BANG FOR BUCK in the Square range... 2nd to this is my GBD200 also very good shame they arent solar but the new DW-H5600 seems to be the new MiP square just all the heart monitor gadgets are really not my thing..Hopefully they bring out a 5610u style with MiP screen ...Great review of a classic looking G square

[@Realidealgear]

Excellent comment. I'm a fan of the 5610u....compact, full of great features, awesome light.

[@DankPlankSam]

Thinking of this or a casioak of some description around the same price. What you think?

[@Realidealgear]

If you want a more dressy watch where the digital display is not that important, CasiOak. If you're looking for a more work oriented watch and the digital display is more important, Square (I'd also recommend the tough solar and atomic time keeping...low maintenance and high accuracy). I've pasted my review on the CasiOak discussing the different take this watch has on G-Shock style watches. I'd go square if you don't already have one. CasiOak a close second because it's a little more focused on aesthetics than on function. kzbin.info/www/bejne/lYe6eqSOgr6lZtE

[@DankPlankSam]

@@Realidealgear picked up the 5610u today mate! I'm a carpet fitter so I knock my arms about alot plus the tough backings of carpet can do potential damage to a normal watch. Thoroughly impressed with it and it looks alot better in the flesh than what it does online!

[@Realidealgear]

It's a fantastic, tough-as-nails watch. Another 5610u square finds a home! Have a great week.

[@Rick-ve5lx]

The alarm is too quiet. A basic Casio such as the F91 has a much louder alarm. Apart from that it’s pretty much perfect. Thanks for a straightforward review.

[@Realidealgear]

You're welcome and I agree on the volume of the alarm. With the adjustments for light duration, maybe they could have a H/L volume for alarm. Seems like a simple resistor setting.

[@Rick-ve5lx]

That’s a good idea! I suspect that the thick case/back plate and neoprene innards cause the mouse-squeak alarm.

[@malakusmalakuss2152]

I returned the watch to the dealer. I didn't hear the alarm at all. they are useless as an alarm clock.

[@Realidealgear]

I agree, this model casio has a low volume alarm. I suppose that could be useful but most of the time I need an audible alarm to be loud enough to catch my attention.

[@bluetoast8584]

I bet it’s much easier to make a loud alarm when you’re only doing 30 m of water resistance. The screen on the F 91 is also more legible. When you have to build everything so tough it’s hard to make a good speaker I bet.

[@ImTheDudeMan471]

Good review👍. If you have a sharp razor blade or e-xacto blade, you can carefully cut the under strap buttresses off, allowing much better strap articulation (swing). It actually makes it more comfortable for small and XL wrists.

[@Realidealgear]

Excellent idea.

[@ianmaw66]

You could try a G-Shock GBD-200 as it has a newer technology MIP (Memory in Pixel) negative display which is very readable and you might find it easier. I would not recommend it for reading SMS messages etc. as it is a bit of a pain. The vibrating alert is fantastic. There is a larger, solar G-Shock with a MIP display, the GBD-H1000 which you might like, but from what you said it may be too large for your tastes.

[@Realidealgear]

I have a WSD F20. Loved it for the activity sensor and text alerts...then I realized I didn't need an activity sensor or notifications/interruptions. The Pathfinder PRW6600Y is where I've landed. I like larger watches because of the larger display/dials. I have accepted the fact that being less connected allows me to be more in tune with what I'm doing at the time. I will investigate the GBD-200...might be another modern, updated sweet spot for the square. Thanks for the input.

[@Luebke2773]

I had to decide between the GBD 200 and the 5610u. Glad I choose the second watch. I love it.

[@space6712]

Is there a Difference between the GW-M5610U-1ER and GW-M5610U-1J?? I heard the Japan version is smaller? Is this true?

[@Realidealgear]

My understanding is that there's no difference in size but that the suffixes denote the market to which a watch is shipped. (ER = Europe; J= Japan)...and that can affect warranty depending on the owner's location ("J" model not purchased in Japan).

[@mlmperez1114]

I wear this watch the most

[@Realidealgear]

It's the GADA poster child!

[@eseskay99]

The ultimate square G-Shock has to be the GW-S5600U-1JF. Almost the same as the 5610U but with a Carbon Fiber Band that is longer, and a more symmetrical appearance. edit: I forgot to mention that it is lighter because the case uses Titanium.

[@Realidealgear]

I like the formula for that model. Thanks for sharing.

[@johnfadds6089]

And how many times more expensive?

[@carltonbirds]

Very lovely.

[@Realidealgear]

Thank you! 😊

[@naksan656]

Subbed! Would love to see more Casio watch reviews as you expand your collection I also admire your faith on Jesus. God bless you

[@Realidealgear]

Casio's on the way. Any preferences? God's done all the work, I'm the clay still being molded. Blessings to you as well.

[@ArslanG47]

Nice shot at 5:48 sir

[@Realidealgear]

Thank you, I was fortunate! I love that setup. I will be doing that again.

[@Ralph86R]

will it look good on a 20 cm wrist?

[@Realidealgear]

It has a 43mm wide case. It's a typical dive watch width. I would think so.

[@Ralph86R]

ok, thanks for your answer. Greetings from Poland

[@Realidealgear]

Great to hear from you and thanks for watching!

[@tk423b]

You never have to open the case back and it gets the atomic time once a day. Nuff said. Why I bought one.

[@Realidealgear]

Ditto

[@Ralph86R]

hello, what is your wrist size?

[@Realidealgear]

around 18-19cm or 7.25"

[@Trotzky1930]

Best Casio

[@Realidealgear]

It's a standard bearer for a reason.

[@johnfadds6089]

Best G-Shock for the money, because it includes solar charging and MB6. Casio has all sorts of watches with these features, look for Waveceptor, Edifice, Lineage and Oceanus lines. I bet you can safely split wood with those on too.

[@adampowell43]

I took a very small, mini flat head screw driver and heated it up to melt a hole in the strap so that mine could fit me appropriately. I had that same issue. It feels great now.

[@Realidealgear]

Excellent idea! All my Casio's have the same interval between holes...I might make one of the holes that fits snug, a little bigger and see if that creates a sweet spot for adjustments. Thank you for watching! (it's still funny to to say that!)

[@andromedagodit2492]

Lol 😂 🤣

[@JS-nf3lx]

Have one as a beater work watch for at least ten years. Have just bought the Bluetooth one. You can buy plastic screen covers for squares.

[@Realidealgear]

Good to know. Thank you for watching.

[@Luebke2773]

Where you can buy that?

[@JS-nf3lx]

@@Luebke2773 screen protectors, Amazon or eBay. Just search for G-SHOCK 5610 or 5600 screen protectors.

[@manzahalem8845]

@@Luebke2773Amazon & eBay both carry watch protectors.

[@Joe-Castillo09]

You deserve more subscribers bro

[@Realidealgear]

I appreciate that! Trying to keep things real. Take care!

[@euro4by4hr78]

Land Cruiser of watches

[@Realidealgear]

I like that desciptor.

[@SpikeXtreme]

Owned one for 10 yrs + for work and it's still in good condition. Unfortunely i need to monitor my BP so the GW-M5600 is now retired and in my watch draw. i bought a genuine replacement strap a few years ago...don't think that will be used now, but still a great work watch.

[@Realidealgear]

I love Casio's. My past Pathfinders went through a strap/bracelet and the case/modules kept chugging along. Seemingly indestructible! Thanks for your input.

[@e28forever30]

There is a version with MIP display and heart rate sensor on the way..

[@stfuplsok]

​@@Realidealgear *Casios

[@stfuplsok]

watch *DRAWER

[@SpikeXtreme]

@@stfuplsok The grammer police r in town

[@eddiejones.redvees]

I have the negative Display Bluetooth version which is full of features but it doesn’t get much wrist time because of desplaiy I am lucky to have a few G-SHOCK watches so I Rotate between them keep up with the great reviews

[@Realidealgear]

I've always been hesitant of negative displays because the contrast doesn't seem high enough for my tired eyes. It's great to have backups!

[@Roberto68n]

@@Realidealgearhad a negative display and never got used to it. I ended up giving it away. Went back to my GWM-5610 positive display.

[@hgr.7857]

Yes. The negative displayodels look cool to observers, but they simply are not readable when outside in the sun. Hence, you have a neat, quirky plastic bracelet. My GW5000U-1JF with the upgraded positive LCD is simply outstanding and easy to view from any angle, any light (or dark) conditions.

[@stfuplsok]

*DISPLAY

[@eddiejones.redvees]

@@stfuplsok 🤭

[@АААА-э2о]

🇦🇿🙋‍♂️ У меня такие же,я очень доволен ими

[@Realidealgear]

It’s an often worn Casio…wearing it right now. Thank you for watching. Have a great week.

[@sorinichim4737]

Please put some clothes on you. Protect your health because it is most valuable thing that matters in your life! Take care

[@Realidealgear]

Thank you and I appreciate the concern over my health. Truly. One gets used to the cool weather living in Montana. If I may, my most valuable thing in my life if the perfect word of God the Bible...and His saving grace towards me, someone completely underserving and entirely rebellious on my own. (Romans 1) Thank you so much for watching this video! Your input is valuable to me.

[@sorinichim4737]

God bless you Sir ! Take care! Frum România, I wish you all the best things to happen to you and your love ones !

[@AgeofDoom]

In this watch there is no fear of damaging the mechanism. That's where his big trump card is. Peripherals are easily and economically repaired.

[@Realidealgear]

Absolutely...tough as nails.