G-Shock Solar GW M-5610 - BEST $150 I EVER SPENT

My new beater of choice.

[@alexistarr]

I've got the standard version, love that it shows the day and month, which I couldn't live without, and that it keeps perfect time on account of daily long wave radio time synchronisation. The really cool thing though is that it's totally maintenance free, and just gets on with what it's supposed to be doing without any user input at all; I almost never have to press any of the buttons or make any sort of adjustment to the thing, and the power reserve indicator has never moved from the high position since I've been using it. A couple of months ago, if I remember correctly, I used the back-light function and so pressed that button......

[@Lee_K_5555]

Welcome to the G-Shock world, Bruce! I have the positive LCD version of this watch and think it's great. I can say as the owner of a dozen other G-Shocks of various shapes, sizes, and colors, that you are warned: this is a very slippery slope for a watch enthusiast. Before you know it, they multiply in the collection like tribbles. Unless one gets the newest technology STN LCDs, the negative readout (gray numbers on a black background), the digits can be difficult to see in various lighting conditions and anyone considering one should understand these limitations. The positive LCDs (black numbers on a gray background) have much greater legibility. My only knock on the 5610 is that the buttons can be a little tough to push and generally need to be done with the tip of one's fingernail. Also, the tone of the alarm is quite faint on all solar-powered G-Shocks so anyone intending to use this as an alarm to wake them up in the morning needs to be a light sleeper. My original G-Shock, a DW-9400, has been going strong for 19 years and I still wear it several times a week. I know many traditional watch aficionados tend to look down at these watches as throw-away fashion pieces owing to their popularity with teenagers, but the Casio G-Shock has a well-earned place in the pantheon of horological achievement.

[@vuks-fj7fl]

Lee K 👏🏼

[@avxrevo]

Lee K just ordered my first square. The positive display 5610 :)

[@erictko85]

Ive had mine now for about 2.5 years....worn daily. I do physical work and travel quite a bit, its a beast and lives on my left arm.

[@mugiwaratrii4545]

For those that don't know, holding down the light button more than 3 seconds will turn on/off the autolight function. With it on(indicator over seconds) when you're in a dark/low light environment, raising your wrist up to look at the time, the electro luminescence light will automatically come on for 1.5 seconds. It's a small but very unique feature that I love :)

[@nkonig1]

I’ve had this watch for about 6 months and love it. I’ve got the positive display coming in about 2 days. Bit stupid buying the same watch twice but I really wanted this increased legibility.

[@mr.bluenotedoobop]

Good choice. I have a modern Rolex Milgauss, Oris, Tissot's, Seiko's and several high end G Shocks, namely the frogman and rangeman. But, I have this watch as well, the standard solar version and it's my favorite G Shock out of all my G Shocks. The rangeman I wear snowboarding and the frogman is more just because I think it was great looking, but the GW is so comfy and classic looking. Everyone should have one.

[@ronaldwynn8452]

Excellent watch, can stand up to almost anything.

[@brianhinder3652]

Just a grown up F-91W which does most 99% of what people need in a watch. Add solar, atomic time and 200mtr WR together with indestructibility and you end up with your G Shock !!! Great video Bruce.

[@lsimpson50]

I bought the classic DW5600E ten months ago inspired by a Mat Stevens video. Love it as a beater, and it's gained only 5 seconds in that ten months. 1/2 second off per month - not bad. Less than $50.

[@Sturnburn772]

They are fantastic watches. Affordable, iconic, functional and in my opinion, very good looking

[@23macca23]

Nice watch, I'm looking to get a stealth G-Shock. Great video, excellently edited and put together.

[@arthurscargill8010]

My G-Shock G-7900 has moon & tide phase, world time and all the usual gubbins, it's indestructible and cost me a staggering £60 new. I love them.

[@cyclepath78]

The watch is cool but the nature shots were even better! Great video!

[@kleinbottled79]

Wanted a countdown timer for some sailboat racing. (Gotta cross that start line at the right time.) Casio makes watches that will do that in the $15 dollar range. But, hey, the cheap square is only $40 and I know it will also take the beating sailing can dish out. So I bought it, as a simple tool, and instantly joined the cult of G-shock. Pure 80's Swagger. Now I'm lusting after the GW-m5610bc-1jf. That combi bracelet looks even more comfy.

[@trieunguyen5897]

My beater is Citizen satelite wave GPS F900 Titanium watch. Looks good, light as feather and tough as hell. I can never get over the Casio G shock looks, well unless its the Casio Oceanus series

[@bodystomp5302]

I just ordered an M-5610 from Amazon for $150. Thanks for the video, man.

[@triples4good]

I just found this video. I have the positive display version on a combi bracelet. One of my favorites. It’s been a while since I’ve seen one of your videos, just excellent video production and macros. Hope you and your family have been well.

[@T.Q.]

I have the Apple Watch 6 and I miss having a G-shock. This thing is just a fancy fitness tracker. The rugged yet stylish simplicity of the G-Shock is the best. You can go subtle or loud with your colours too.

[@jefferyneu3915]

I am with you except for the negative display. I am definitely ready to pick up one with the positive display. It seems perfect for any active situation! Great review! The auto backlight is another great function. When turned on, the backlight comes on any time the wrist is turned if the environment is a low light situation. If battery operated, I would not want this function. Since the solar power is so efficient at keeping the watch charged, I love it.

[@ivanskinner2943]

Grab a Timex T49851 30$ at Amazon. THE BEST VALUE FOR $ FOR THE TOUGHEST WATCH with VIBRO ALARM!

[@philipjanes]

I have this watch with the positive display because I'm getting older and as cool as the stealth looks, I want the legibility. When I first got it I wasn't excited about the 80's looks. But the thing works so good, is so comfortable, the retro look starts growing on you like crazy. This is my everyday beater watch and I end up wearing over other nice looking watches to less casual events, just because its so light and I just love it that much! Good review, btw, and awesome scenery!

[@RandomRobReviews]

Gshock square is the greatest

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

Yeah

[@jasoncrouzat7509]

I started using G-Shock back in 1987 I hope you enjoy that one you have

[@toddmarten1364]

I literally JUST purchased this off ebay after watching your video! It's the Japanese version (whatever that means lol) but I have the 5600 in white and I needed to add a negative display to my watch collection.. I'm stoked to get this!

[@ka9vmp]

I've been wearing my G Shock for over ten years. Had to replace the strap once. Other than that, no problems. I believe it will last longer than I will.

[@quedin9990]

I will get my first g shock in the next 2 weeks from now (my engagement day). my fiancé got a nice engagement ring but what about me? an amazing g shock DW-5600-BB

[@ednammansfield8553]

Totally agree with you Bruce this is the same model of watch I purchased recently from here in the UK. I paid £104 for mine in a watch sale saving around £20 to £30 off the original price. It does everything you need in a watch without having to worry about bumps or scrapes you might have wearing other watches you have in your collection which you need to keep in good condition. For the price and all the features on this watch it's a no brainer in purchasing one, I really enjoy wearing mine.

[@Zullkrokus]

Its been 4 yrs now since this video. Have u stop getting impressed ..?🤣 I am still...for 35yrs n going. They never stop impressing me. Got 20+ of em in my vault. Used to be 50+...had to let go most of em during this pamdemic. I can say g-shock saved me n my family these 2yrs.😂😂😂

[@johnrambo6302]

Welcome to the club...started wearing one in 1987.

[@icas80]

Just got the same one! Have an aftermarket aged metal case coming for it too. excited.

[@musicbobo603]

PURE CLASS BROTHER NOW THIS IS A VIDEO LOVE YOUR STYLE SUBBED

[@gunnergta3845]

Just got one, it’s a killer price. The bracelet makes it feel so much more upscale.

[@BrakkoJanus]

I've been researching the square G-shocks for a while and this has to be my favourite model, judgning by looks. I tried a friend's GW-M5610, the one with the regular positive screen, and it feels great. What this negative display version fixes are the mixed colors, it's just so sleek! Can't find it in Italy though :( How is the legibility?

[@Freeroler]

Glad you liked them, G-Shocks are perfect beater watches than can take any damage. One small note, actually you may have to replace the battery in the future. It is rechargeable, but it's not eternal by any means. Usually they last about 10 to 15 years in solar G-Shocks.

[@ragaetsenna2852]

Yury Molodtsov 10 years is enough

[@TheOREGON1859]

I have had my tough solar for more than 10 years and it works the same as when it was new

[@dltraining6044]

Great review. I have nice time pieces in my collection. I pretty much wear a gshock every day now. I never have to change watches at all. I can wear a gshock to work than go workout, go shooting or numerous other things.

[@patrickyoung2106]

I have this. And the positive display version. And soon, the original beater beater... the 5600E! It's an addiction!

[@TheChadWork2001]

No one beats the Japanese with watches! I love my G-Shock. Greatest value for the money. And that makes a man love the watch. Value and dependability.

[@JKS323]

Just placed an order on Amazon Really excited for my first gshock watch. Thanks for the amazing reviews

[@ajh5124]

Awesome review! Picked up today for $89 new on Amazon 2/6/23. Wanted neg display to compliment my GW-5000.

[@fredminpin]

Nice video, glad I found it. I am kind of interested in getting one of the most up to date square models (w/ solar battery), and there seems to be so many versions. I am wondering if the new bluetooth models also use the multiband 6, or is it one or the other? I think I would also go with the negative display as well, can you help?

[@airs2k]

Had a similar Tough Solar G-shock watch....had it for 9 yrs never stoped working.....but after all those years the rubber seals started to go, they wanted $140 to get the insides fixed do to moisture. Not worth it since I had only paid $118 for watch. So I will be getting this one now. Awesome watches, they never stop working, well, till the seals start to go bad.......well worth the money though.

[@112oxford]

I use mine as the benchmark to set all my others watches to when adjusting the time. I've also put a blacked out NATO (with adapters) from Jays & Kays on it, now looks very stealthy.

[@JC.Denton.]

TigerRider Same here. I've ordered this watch on Amazon from Japan and bought the JaysAndKays NATO 2 piece Strap. Unfortunately both hasn't been delievered so far. Can you share some pictures of yours on imgur, I'm wondering about the looks.

[@112oxford]

Dirty Harry put on under 'Stealthy 5600' User 'stormbringer 1962' hope this is useful 👍🏻

[@JC.Denton.]

TigerRider Can't find anything, could you post a link pls.

[@112oxford]

Dirty Harry imgur.com/gallery/O8YBP

[@JC.Denton.]

TigerRider Thank you very much sir, looks rad af.

[@MilanKazarka]

Have the same, fully agree (solar, radio). The one difference - mine has a white BG & dark numbers / text.

[@rutgervonblum1768]

Thanks for this review. It was very useful. Does it have a programmable timer function (useful for interval training)? Thanks.

[@WatchGeek]

Great review of a great watch, I prefer positive displays as they are easier to read. I have been wearing a DW5000SL for the last 6 years along my mechanicals, and just ordered the GW-S5600, basically your watch with carbon fiber strap and all the SS parts replaced by titanium which makes it the lightest G shock ever made at only 47g

[@TheChico868]

Legendary Casio! Never underestimate a Gshock

[@inSaNe_44]

I have the exact model! Great looking legendary watch! 💪 🍻 🎊 🇷🇴

[@kiteraven]

You inspired me to buy this watch and create a video. Thank you!

[@davidjoseph921]

I have the same exact model, love it. I also have the GW5510-1BJF.

[@gtgene]

Now there are smartphone apps that emulate the time signal stations. Clockwave for the iPhone/iPad is one. Now you need not be in range or worry if the stations will be taken off the air.

[@jayobrien9363]

Hi Bruce I have this watch fantastic watches and thanks for the video really helpful and enjoyed it thanks again

[@alanb76]

The time signals are broadcast around the clock, the best time to receive them is at night. The watch needs to conserve power so it just listens at some select times. These time signals are great for setting clocks and watches and much lower power and cost than satellite signals.

[@yoitslemonboy6988]

as someone who has had alot of g shocks i have to say they are amazing! the only thing you should not do with them is swim in a pool with chlorine with them. the watch gets ruined with chlorine. besides that, toughest watch ever.

[@NateandEli]

Swam in a pool in a span of 7 years with a GA110. Still on my wrist at night as my beater.

[@iammovingtokorea]

I have the JDM. Absolutely love this watch.

[@MysticalPug]

What is the product code for that red square with negative display? Btw superb review, makes me want to get one!

[@larrymannino444]

Thanks for the review! Looking at getting one of these in the negative display, but does anyone know if the "U" models ((newer) which changed the backlighting and added features) ALSO have brighter non-illuminated displays? Thanks!

[@toddmarten1364]

Just got this today finally. From Japan. Had a bit of problems getting it to auto sync to my time zone but finally got it... question is will it auto sync every night even though my house has a metal roof and in a dark bedroom considering it's midnight?! Haha.

[@neilurwin9670]

A Really Good Video And Excellent Watch All The Best To You.

[@jayobrien9363]

Thanks for the videos I have g shock watches there super watch thanks again 👍

[@DrunkenKnight71]

Just ordered mine, I've wanted one for ages but have been waiting for the price to drop...Amazon was selling them for £130 but it's currently £83, bargain!

[@nightknight9415]

This watch with the far easier to read positive display is now $80 on Amazon. 👍

[@whoknows8678]

Yours didn't come with the linked combi bracelet? Mine did and it's awesome.

[@JLUnit416]

I've got a Khaki King incoming, but ever since I gifted a square G to my brother, last Christmas, I've wanted one of my own. Maybe this is what pushes me over the edge.

[@shankarasharya8368]

You made a good choice dude!!!!

[@TheGagi82]

Great review❤❤❤

[@pamotherway8178]

Great review bud, I actually have said watch. Surprised you didn't mention the auto light function? Either way, great review, brilliant watch.

[@alanthomas110]

I think, with the combi bracelet this watch will be the dopest watch in the world 😍😍😍

[@sspirit77]

Great watch bought one about a week ago and can’t stop wearing it, I’ve got other G-Shocks but this one to me looks amazing with its retro simplistic looks. Great video, thanks.

[@alexstealth27]

I bought the JDM version as well. Love this watch. I am thinking of getting the same one witht be Combi bracelet.. Just $30 more.

[@AndrewWadeNZ]

Nice video Bruce. What's the full model number I should look for? Theres so many😂

[@borbetomagus]

This Casio watch movement will attempt to calibrate the watch up to six times a day until it successfully synchronizes the time with time signal radio WWVB at night (when the signal is strongest). As long as the watch has sufficient power and can receive the radio signal it should always be accurate. Pretty amazing. It's too bad the watch straps eventually break. It would be nice if Casio offered a simple, strictly analog Multi Band 6 G-Shock similar in design to the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Day Date. Most of their analog watches are either too complicated or incorporate digital elements (except for some Japanese WaveCepter models).

[@MrYouDougTube]

Check out the Casio Oceanus S-100 (among other models). Japanese market only, but Seiya, Rakuten, etc., sell them to US. Analog, tough solar, multiband, and are very simple in design. Hardened titanium case and bracelet too.

[@kevinngo5003]

I like your video and want to get this watch. Where do you get this watch, Amazon? Thank you!

[@firefighter387]

Hi looks like a great watch what is the full casio reference # for this watch?

[@chris_6.2.74]

I got one this week and waiting for delivery.. I was wondering what I can choose instead of the original bracelet .. any clue?

[@erikwilliams5684]

Cool G-Shock Watch! 😎

[@spunz83ify]

Are they easy to see when you are outdoors on a sunny day?

[@learningguitar562]

must admit, it is a very comfortable watch. Only criticism is it can be tricky to see while cycling to work waering sunglasses. Have to angle it differently to catch the sun properly otherwise it can be hard to see. It can't be too much of a problem, because I just bought the metal band version to go with this one :D

[@zbilya2289]

Great review! I got it for about $105 on sale and it's a great watch but this negative display has pretty bad legibility. I also own "normal" (non-solar-atomic) Square G also with negative display and it's actually better in legibility. This one can be little bit hard to read. But it definitely looks cool😎

[@Istiaque_A]

BABY-G BGD-5650-1ER is a good alternative

[@German-lw1wn]

I have the 5610 negative display but with the combi bracelet and I'm waiting for the bullbars. I think is perfect I also have a 6900 solar positive. I though I cold live with only one but is not possible and the worst part is that a friend bought a rangeman... and I tried... and now is on the list jaja

[@philipjanes]

Bull bars for the 5610? That would be cool! Can you post a link?

[@German-lw1wn]

eBay www.ebay.com/itm/271592795039

[@philipjanes]

Very cool, thanks! Ordering now....

[@redstar749]

Maybe I missed it in the video but where did you purchase this watch?

[@marcjoseph1124]

might be the best watch channel atm. production values are top rate Bruce bravo xD

[@andreanicolas9363]

The case is rubber plastic or what does it come in metal cases?

[@bryancruz2095]

Does anyone know the name of this watch, and were I could buy it?

[@dangerriff8304]

Just ordered G-Shock GW-M5610BB-1ER (glossy finish) cant wait for mailman lol

[@DipsetTheAdon]

I have this and love it

[@markroberts5507]

Fantastic watches !!!

[@MegaFabioRocks]

5610 is a legend. (with positive display)

[@kratos7678]

I found a GW-M5610bb-1 for sale online can’t find any models like it some links say it might be a Japan import guy is asking $50 for it.

[@slugghmcgee8603]

Southern Utah is the best. Can't wait for my 5610 to arrive from Japan.

[@superfast30]

Arguably the best value non screw back square. I'd go as far as saying the best value square currently available!

[@rameshcs7146]

nice video.. enjoyed watching it..😊

[@Not_Sure_]

How do you see the time? I guess it's either daytime or night time

[@varuna6089]

Hi guys. Sorry to bother you with this question but is the model number given in the video description complete? I can't seem to find a negative display and all black version. Could someone state the complete model number? Thanks

[@ClearBrookExotics]

Yep- I was an Automatic snob for several years, but I am loving my standard G. Will add the Solar before I buy another Auto. I still love my Seikos, don’t get me wrong. But the G is a special watch. And I can set my mechanicals with it :-D

[@johannfojas]

There are solar chronograph atomic time gshocks that look good. Check those out.

[@BigMoneytalk754]

Dont forget about the autolight feature

[@IIFaDedII]

If you have this watch to this day i suggest you to try a stainless steel body and bracelet swap for it.

[@TheRockyBalboa100]

What is the song in the beginning?

[@ScarletRender]

Having a hard time choosing between negative and positive display watches :(

[@juiced311]

Any idea how far east the signal goes?

[@im4485]

Wow. Nice review bro. These are 80 bucks now on Amazon BTW. Stock up.

[@Tonysoprano497]

Yes indeed if your an outdoors type of guy can't be beat . Practicality functionality it's perfect as a do the job timepiece..