GPR-B1000 Rangeman G-Shock Review - Gadget or a Tool?

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A review of the GPS Navigation enabled Rangeman, the GPRB1000, one of the most advanced and geeky Gshock watches EVER. Is it just a gadget or is it something more serious?
The 3452 module and it's ability to have an independent GPS bakctracking option that is rechargable makes this a survival took in my opinion separating it from regular smart watches like the Apple iWatch and Samsung Gear, but it is also quite different than other outdoor oriented sports watches like Garmin and Suunto. This G Shock lacks a lot of features those Bluetooth and GPS models offer, but has something those models don't. A solar cell, allowing it to keep working outdoor as other competitors batteries die.
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[@carlblaskowitz7817]

I got this as a gps receiver of last resort. Everything you say about it is true, I can attest. The solar function when used in equatorial sunlight works flawlessly, used it daily in Thailand to log travels and did not need to use the cradle again until I reached 30 deg latitude. Its very hardened gear, I have bumped, knocked and banged it... still near mint condition. Subjected it to days of sea water and uv... no issue and even a bike accident... still fine. When changing cities, no need to manually adjust location or wait for am broadcast.. just let it see the satellite and it is instantly adjusted. This is my new favorite companion.

[@doctoruttley]

Same 🤘🏻

[@tfwthelsdkicksin6083]

Is the battery good?

[@caiobelem1770]

One thing didn’t is still not clear to me: can it be used as a fitness tracker for running for example? I know it will not give me my HR. However, if I can create running routines in it based on distance and/or pace, for example, this would be the ultimate watch for me

[@Imafed42069]

@@caiobelem1770 he says in the first 2 mins of the video that it will not monitor HR or calories burnt

[@traviswalker8933]

@@caiobelem1770 it is not a smart watch or an activity tracker. If you do want a proper activity tracker, buy a Garmin solar instinct.

[@doctoruttley]

This watch is the essence of G-SHOCK. Super functional and indestructible. Love mine and wear it daily. 🤘🏻🇨🇦

[@finster444k]

Same here!

[@Nightmareman3]

Just bought mine today and I plan to wear it daily as well. This thing is amazing in functionality size and looks. I cant stop staring at it. Lol.

[@wrightstuf73sw]

@@Nightmareman3 I Got Mine A Week a Go, I Also Have The G Sock Move H1000, Both Are Great Watches

[@LionRVC1987]

I wish it wasn’t so expensive being a college student.

[@apollontv1078]

Price??🤔

[@Wylder955]

This watch has pretty much every function that the people of the internet have been crying about the past 10 or so years.

[@nakedeagle3828]

As someone who 'ventures into the wilderness' weekly I would not recommend replacing your handheld gps and/or plb with this or any other smartwatch. Please don't rely on this to bring you back home. Hikers get lost when they make unplanned deviation from their intended track, rough weather can deny access to the track you are familiar with and rough weather can come any time they want in the mountains. A to B tracking only works if nothing goes wrong.

[@corujariousa]

That was one of the best and unbiased reviews I've ever seen. Thanks and keep up the good job.

[@arnakdanielian1038]

I used this watch once to get away from a T-Rex, and at night, when Batman was chasing me, I used the barometer to predict the weather while I got away. The coolest part was, Aquaman couldn’t go beyond 200M under water, while I was calmly looking at the time. Also when I was hiking once, I fell 3 story building, thankfully, my G Shock was fine.

[@wrightstuf73sw]

hahaaha, well said Mate

[@davidjoseph921]

If Aquaman can't go under 200m then neither can you or your watch.

[@zensempai7371]

Did the watch send this comment in for you ?

[@giygas_9577]

I just got one used on eBay, and my gosh, it's beautiful. It's in even better condition than I thought from looking at the pictures. I'm in love.

[@kurtzcol]

this watch is a real beauty in person i have no regrets on buying it

[@dutch3000]

If you wanna buy another G-Shock: always check Watch Geek first. And if you have a G-Shock: always check Watch Geek also. Literally never saw a bad review or tutorial from this guy. So ... thanks again and keep up the great work.

[@Manny4356]

Yes!! I've been waiting for you to do a video on this watch. I got mine earlier this month after waiting half a year to be able to afford it. Couple of things people should also know about this watch is that the alarms and timer are so quiet. If you're a person who frequently uses their alarms like me, forget about it. You won't even know your alarm went off unless you're in a very quiet place. The watch won't even give you the option to make the alarms louder. Also, no hourly chime. Really, Casio? Y'all couldn't add the hourly chime? Nearly every G-Shock is supposed to have this feature. And why make the alarms so quiet??? For anyone worried about whether this'll fit you, I have a 5-inch wrist. This fits me to the second to last hole of the strap. Would recommend to adults only, for sure. But either way, this watch kicks ass!! Just wish Casio had thought it through a bit better. I'm still gonna use my watch anyways.

[@WatchGeek]

Congrats on getting the Rangeman 👍😊

[@Manny4356]

Watch Geek thank you!

[@mtnman6278]

The quiet alarm is to wake up the dogs they can hear it!!

[@Yatzeck]

Over a many reviews I found this the most informative. In a few of minutes I see what for this watch is made. Buddy, great review. Thank you.

[@lalmuanpuiasci-law9887]

Let’s face it, the small percentage of smart watch users don’t all go into the wilderness. Uses are mainly for workout tracking and notifications, not taking out your phone every time it buzzes. The rangeman is for the outdoorsy kind of consumers, and don’t get me wrong, it is a wonderful watch. I’d rather have one proper smart watch and one survival watch! Nice vid btw👍🏻

[@rolandsv8]

How is this not a survival watch? In my opinion - this is ultimate survival watch at this moment. And it is not claiming to be smartwatch.

[@bulltivation7846]

My girl wanted to buy me a watch for present and we went to casio shop together to choose one, but after having Suunto ambit3 peak Sapphire on my wrist that day, I couldn't see anything that this rangeman is worth the 1000$ price compared to the Suunto. Actually the Suunto except the battery that need charge (its pretty tough battery btw), is way better watch and with way more accurate tools. Also the build of the Suunto is on a next level (higher). When I saw the Frogman though and I touched it, saw the screw back case and the premium quality + the fact that it was on discount for 950$... couldn't resist and now I own it! :} My advice: if you have to buy G-shock, go to the store, watch them closely, feel them and then buy. Don't do it online, because you will not understand what you're probably missing

[@weichentechnikk8083]

That is very true. Checking videos and photos don't do the justice. Same for me when i bought ambit 3 peak sapphire. Once i held it in my own hand a felt its quality and mass i was sold.

[@blackbird5634]

'wilderness' is disappearing by the mile every second and the watch-gps used to navigate it is getting more and more clever. irony.

[@saviom8166]

Well said.

[@whatsonthewrist]

I feel like going on an outdoor adventure after watching your G-Shock reviews! 👍

[@WatchGeek]

Haha DO IT!!!

[@requiscatinpace7392]

I’ve never had any problems reading my negative screen. In fact it’s something I look for in a G-Shock watch but I have heard a few people on KZbin mention. Maybe something I’ve gotten used to.

[@toddburnett4853]

The size is perfect, when you are using the navigation feature you need to see clearly, not squint to see. Low light conditions. Ijs.

[@johnw7216]

Loved your comment about “look at me” screens

[@WatchGeek]

Haha thanks

[@cdsladariu]

Watch Geek I bought this watch because of your review. I wish you could do a review for every Casio worth mentioning, also please review some Ediffice and Citizen as well. Thank you for the nice work, and please keep your habit of posting nice genuine reviews. It was quite the search for it, I got it from Gioiapura it for 488euros after some free discount codes. Before I had the GG-1000 but this is more comfortable for me due to its soft rubber. It is very impressive and it does get noticed around, and the size for me is perfect as I am a big guy 1.9m, even my wife (which has a very elegant style) said it looks good on me. I have decided to get all of the masters of G watches to own as a collection.

[@larvancioramos9748]

Only miss the ROCKET LAUNCHER to really SAVE my life here where i live 😀

[@skibididomp]

@@jupitereye4322 America 😒

[@oklahomahank2378]

You need to move.

[@enriquejosekravetzmalabud8530]

Try to use it in Argentina... but at least it works as an antibullet piece

[@Viperforce38]

another good review of a watch. the gpr-b1000 its not my favorite, its a little bit too expensive. i am happy with my gw-9400-1er ( Rangeman ) :) thumbs up dude!

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks 😊. The first generation Rangeman is the best GShock bang for buck when if comes to functions

[@williamthomas5780]

SOFTWARE UPDATE: Just an FYI that the GPR-H1000 received an update, which enables much faster satellite connection. Massive practical improvement. I'm so impressed with this piece, and it's usability now. IMHO, it's an issue that should've been addressed before release in that I believe damage was done to the reputation of both Casio and the Gshock/ Rangeman name. That said, this watch is now a complete workhorse for me. I love it. Hope you do a review and tutorial on it as you're literally my favorite watch reviewer. I don't comment on your vids much but still am appreciative of the work that goes into them. Most informative, great demeanor. Peace! Is peace with an exclamation mark oxymoronic? (It's a word. I just invented it) They're ALL made up, no? I digress... again...PEACE!

[@Joker-yb6ks]

Always love my 3 gshock, gpr b1000, gwf-1000nv and gwf-1000.

[@QBU-12]

Thats a great threesome !!!

[@Adam_Newman]

This guy deserves Way more subs ! Best watch channel on you tube , thank you sir

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks for the kind words my friend 😊👍

[@NetAndyCz]

If I ever feel the need to upgrade my GW9400, it will be this one or its successor.

[@luismora441]

That is why I like the size , nice piece of watch

[@stephtt1984]

Why this tipe was my favorit ? Because; 1. Monday not Mon. 2. Tuesday not Tue even some just Tu. 3. Wednesday not Wed even some just We 4. Thursday not Thu even some just Th. 5. Friday not Fri even some just Fr. 6. Saturday not Sat even some just Sa. 7. Sunday not Sun even some just Su.

[@batmanarkham5120]

This is one of the most informative horology channels

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks 😊

[@sweetcostarica]

Note: If you get lost *more than once* away from home anywhere (city, town, woods, National Park, the local forest, etc.) You really don't need this watch, a survival knife, or another life saving device. You need to stay at home because you are a very poor planner and *are a danger* to yourself & others with you. If saving your life is what this watch is for get one of the other Casios. Just saying. *EDIT:* Happy upcoming Independence Day on the 4th of July.

[@sweetcostarica]

@@whosspyingonme And two (2) more important things because electronics can fail for many reasons (high mountains, storms, battery failure, lost, water damage, etc.): 1. Carry a manual compass & know how to use it 2. Learn the many ways of how to find your way to help by just reading the environment (the suns positions, finding & following a creek/stream's downward flow, etc.). Stay frosty

[@mikeriverajr4447]

thanks for keeping it real with your video, and not just saying mice things to appease casio

[@shane4176]

Thank you very much for taking the time to do such a detailed review nice job! I've been wanting to get a gwg 1000 for a while now. As I much prefer an analog watch. But I work in the outdoors in this thing would be very very handy. I definitely love the solar feature.

[@SaverMtz]

I've been in lockdown more than six months but I need it!!!

[@dummywerfer]

Adventures with my dogs, hunting, bushcrafting ... thats I'll use this watch for. It's ordered and I'll test it outdoor next days. :)

[@tan8472]

Best reviewed, very complete thank you... I don't expect an Apple watch or a Garmin.... So I ordered it and I'm looking forward to it!

[@Lucas-dy4wy]

I have to say it this watch save life and it's not a joke.

[@Lucas-dy4wy]

Thanks to you and others videos like this a few months later I bought it. And this year I lost my equipment regarding a storm in the alps and the only thing which drove me back to the vivac was this watch. The best 800 EUR spent.

[@socialex]

The caloric usage function on Suunto and Garmin is to let you know if you are over running yourself, for longer trips/missions.

[@muhammadhamid6373]

GREAT JAPANESE BRAND.

[@dariuszpan4270]

I agree with the huge size, this is angular Monster. Casio should try to fit module to the size similar to PRW7000 (which is on my wrist now), then I think more people and me will be interesting to buy ;) For now - no way

[@finsterclause7184]

Have owned one for 2 years. If you can get passed the enormous size get 1. It’s saved me while hiking more than once.

[@Deuband]

Very detailed and in-depth review. Keep up the good work mate.

[@blue_samoa]

Thank you for finally doing this quick review. Next purchase most definitely!! I buy them based on your reviews. Keep up the great work!!

[@calvinthomas3543]

Great review. However, considering the cost, I could carry a regular Fenix 3/5 and carry a solar charger for the same price :)

[@PARABOLA1966]

Are you kidding me, smaller? No no no... That size is perfect...

[@RubbelisPro]

idk how I feel about it, in many ways it took everything I loved about the original Rangeman and dialed it up to 11, in other ways it completely bodied the aesthetic value the original Rangeman had as well, it looks like a frisbee.

[@jasonmiller9495]

My Gamin has built in GPS doesn’t need cell connection to work and last 14-15 days on full charge. Plus the Garmin only cost me 200$. I go into hiking hit start and it auto tracks me then shows how to get back to my starting point

[@geepreston7292]

Which model?

[@jasonmiller9495]

@@geepreston7292 I have the instinct. It’s pretty basic no touch screen and the map is just a line directing you on navigation but the battery life is awesome. In my opinion though G Shock is Billy way better though

[@Phoenix-King-ozai]

This is an amazingly informative and honest review

[@garyk4017]

Thanks for your thoughts on the new Rangeman. I find the size too big for me, as it is for you. Hopefully Casio will come up with smaller versions in the future, and fix some of the limitations like the large 1 second increment on the stopwatch (why not 1/100 like most other Gs, or even 1/10?), the lack of an hourly chime, and the inability to set the moon and tide functions without the app (which you mentioned). Regarding negative display Casio watches, I highly recommend the GD-350-1B. It has the best negative display I've personally seen on any Casio. It's nearly as good as a positive display, which is not usually the case.

[@gshockhighfashion]

Can't wait to see where this watch will force to travel to. 😃😃 This model really makes the user wanna go out for an adventure!

[@The_Central_BANKer]

Casio Listened to u... They made smaller version of it with Heart rate sensor in yr 2020

[@WatchGeek]

Only it's even BIGGER 😂😂 I got one in for a review and although it wears smaller as it has a less bulky look, if is actually slightly bigger on paper 😁

[@raksh9]

@@WatchGeek Wait, the new G Squad is even bigger than this Rangeman?? What were they thinking, hahaha!

[@DigiRoam]

Very serious question - screen flickering. What is that? Some process going on or it is a sign that something is wrong with the watch?

[@ImpalerVlad]

My old Suunto X-Lander saved my life twice when I got lost in the woods. A compass and a functioning brain is all you need.

[@qayyumchariff4357]

For someone who loves big ass wristwatch, this is a dream buy

[@ivan_says_hi]

Seems like the ultimate survival watch, but I've only been able to find the black red version in the west. I'm not a huge fan of that colour combination and I haven't been able to find any deals for the alternative on the internet yet. I'm really tempted, but I plan on waiting until summer before buying it, hopefully the price will go down (I doubt it given the popularity of the watch) or Casio releases some alternative colour scheme for it by then.

[@aamirmalik3777]

Hey Buddy, if you are looking for another colour, there is one more green colour strap available in this model difference is of colour. Let me know.if you need that green colour, we are located in India and we have that colour as of now.....

[@thrallingFRglory]

Aamir Malik Woah! I’ve looked everywhere for this watch in india. I was told by the official reps at Casio that this hasn’t been released yet. Do you mind telling me the going rate for this watch on india?

[@aamirmalik3777]

Dear thrallingFRglory, the current price of watch in India is rs 64,995/- If you are looking forward to purchase this watch, let me know it's available in India, Inorbit Mall, Malad(W), Mumbai-400095.

[@walkingoutdoor7284]

I would love a solar Square with a simple GPS where-am-i-feature... or maybe even simple text-only-navi like "Point A; 2.3mi NNW"... but this is nearly as big, as the first Casio GPS watch the PROTREK PRT-1 xD

[@blitzer25blitz62]

tried it myself at a g shock official store. UNUSABLE on my wrist...too big even the ace mudmaster i can bear it. me leaning to Fenix 6x now.

[@shadeshiest22]

How much bigger is it compared to the regular Rangeman??

[@sonichuizcool7445]

Ok. Saw this on Amazon for 800$. I'm thinking this is some special edition or something. This watch deserves the price it commands although I still wish it were. Little cheaper. I guess though if your hiking into unknown parts you had the money to begin with to get you there so this price isn't a problem. Good idea Casio! :)

[@THOMAS01ify]

It would be pretty sweet I would hv to take it to jeweler and hv them chnge colors kno s dials and screws to suit my taste hopefully the next one will.come with a full color led screen.

[@pratikpaulchoudhury5943]

The best review i ever watched sir Well done This watch is my favourite watch

[@deifor]

I´ll get one when the B1000 2 comes out. This is still too expensive although I think is better value than most watches out there.

[@WatchGeek]

Hopefully the second generation is smaller like the second generation of the WSD ProTrek

[@Mesho1981]

hope V.2 will have better crown or at least less scrolling with the crown. also the sensor cover is independent from the bezel which makes it a bit prone to be snapped out!

[@MrCarpen7er]

Do you work for Casio ? Shit, let us all know everything about the B1000 2 !....... If this is expensive, if they do another one you think it will be cheap ? Moron

[@bkstarkey]

You should try the PRW-3510’s negative display. It’s gorgeous and highly legible.

[@Kingstonsmac]

Just ordered one today after getting and loving my titanium 3500. I also got an extra black strap for the new 3510 :)

[@bkstarkey]

@@Kingstonsmac where’d you buy the strap? Every time I find them they’re $$$

[@FederalNetwork]

2 things that disappoint me in this watch is the lack of micro seconds in the stopwatch and the alarm is barely audible. I woke up late due to it. Mudmaster's alarm is better. Though i love the design and the bulky size. Thats what attracted me to it.

[@bilibiliism]

thats because of the ceramic backplate. Those watches do not have dedicated speakers, rather they have vibrators on the backplates and just vibrate the backplates to make noise. But ceramic make less noise than steel because of its rigidity.

[@infiltrator7777]

This is the EXACT reviewing I was looking for!

[@absabs129]

The One Master to rule them all. Just take my money 😭

[@absabs129]

Can anyone tell me how this compares to the GSW H1000. (Smart watch) in features and functionality ???? And also to the WSD F20/30 (smart pro trek) And also to the GBDH1000 (G shock Move ??). I believe this is the real question at 🤚

[@Wolf-Heart]

What if I get lost in the deepest sea..??? Without depht meter..

[@WatchGeek]

😄😄😄😄👍

[@HK-gc7xz]

Wolf Heart u always goes up..is that too difficult?

[@nicholasse7enfold]

New Frogman is coming

[@MrCarpen7er]

You´re fucked

[@andreanicolas9363]

The only thing i dont like about this watch is that it doesnt have a sig alarm , hourly time signal.. That is crazy , what like did they forgot to put it or what.. I definetly love that sig function.. As it reminds me when it needs without having to look at the wacht every time like a primitive person, when an hour has passed.

[@brianl1186]

Honestly I prefer g shocks without the hands. Looks better in my opinion. I save the hour a min hands for my more professional watches. Not for my everyday beater

[@chrismiscellaneous]

And then there was the garmin instinct solar to out do this watch in almost every way... at least that’s my opinion. I’d love to see a video on it and your thoughts on how it compares.

[@piotrszmuniewski737]

Most of us are severely exposed to getting lost in jungle nowadays.

[@Bush_Tucker]

You never know when you might need it especially in Australia a l9t of people die in the bush from cars breaking down and getting lost looking for help

[@euadi4948]

Definitely not for "most of us". Just for "some of us". Few times my Garmin Epix saved me getting involved in a storm or a desert. Not for Mall people, even we can be lost in a lot of them how big they are :). To be lost between milions of tree, can happen everywhere, not only in the jungle.

[@Nightmareman3]

Unlike Europe America has lots of off the grid space.

[@KGB-FSB]

Hmm, what happens when an EMP comes and fries this hockey puck in the wilderness? Guess one is shit out of luck.

[@TheSaulJohn]

The price tho...

[@thekustomknight2264]

Just ordered mine cant wait daily driver it is . Stoked about it not using gps or Bluetooth to save battery. But hell yea good info matey

[@Billy-rr7re]

and to think that nokia used to provide you with maps that could be used without the need of an internet connection. i think there are some apps that allow you to do that. maybe.

[@watchfan6180]

You can receive text, email, phone alerts. They are deep in menus, however better off checking phone.

[@keerthikumar5490]

It's beautiful...

[@absabs129]

The King 👑 of Casio

[@farmingfishingfamilyontari2814]

His wife finds the watch ugly but finds this watch beautiful. Which is it I wonder.

[@user-ii3tu1nj5d]

I washed it, but when I press the button it makes a sound Was it originally like that??

[@blitzer25blitz62]

vs Fenix 5x plus? aside from solar charging.. as im always offroading and camping, sports features r less of my concern if this watch rebranded to a Protrek it wouldn't hurt either.

[@shamanstarrpeacefully4536]

They are $300 in Maryland. I bought the mud master because I needed a tough watch and it is holding up nice.

[@edmund8954]

300?! They're cheap

[@Wastelander13]

Nice watch but if you live in nordic countries you can forget the solar charger. Im from central Europe and my DW5600 is at its minimum charge most of the time, so solar is not for me. But it might be great if you live in t-shirt countries.

[@shadeshiest22]

What’s another less expensive Gshock or Gshock like watch that has a lot or some of these features? Best hard everyday use, dependable “survival” solar powered watch under 3 or 400$??

[@harvinsingh9206]

i love the size...

[@WDavid-bm9jd]

New model: gbx100 , and Gbdh1000 they are negative display but all easy to read it

[@RATBURL]

Bigger is always better 👍🏻

[@Avi8571]

Is this watch available now ? I am unable to find it in any of the online shopping sites.

[@WatchGeek]

It's been discontinued Sadly, so used ones or ebay are your best bet

[@skyisdlimit6125]

Garmin still beats it in functionality but cant beat it with its solar capability

[@rolandsv8]

very harsh words about Casio negative displays . I have Protrek PRW 3000 and cant complain - is legible and looks mega cool

[@googlemalaysia5177]

The reason why it will be not any smaller is... They couldn't find Tony Stark. Yeah is a big watch. Even in the shop only display a single G Shock rather with other G Shocks in the same cabinet. I agree with you, there are no perfect G Shock. Hey... Your Frogman still have the keeper protector film!

[@absabs129]

The Should call this ( in a loving positive way) or make it the start of a new line of Modern G shocks called TMW 3000 series. TooMuchWatch

[@Avean]

Is this surpassed by the Garmin 6X Solar right now? I cant find out if that can do solar powered gps tracking. It only says the panel is solar powered.

[@Xpurple]

I love mine :) And thank you and Watchup69 for the advice. It was a good choice.

[@dogstar5927]

Gonna buy it. I love the big screen

[@paulbigboss]

STN LCDs on all Casios are great and very readable.

[@aharonnoraha3878]

Hello! Excellent review! What I'm trying to understand is whether the clock should be connected to the cell phone to get the exact time, or is it just one of the options and the clock will show the exact time without contact with the cell phone, by receiving information directly from the satellite (GPS). Thanks!

[@rolandsv8]

Will get it from satellite

[@kienfung3045]

Is the alarm also vibrating?

[@peterbdavies]

Which G Shock do you think is the best? What about the GWG-1000?

[@frocc7069]

Is there anyway of sharing my adventure or exporting the log onto another platform (like fat maps for example) or is the Gshock-connected app the only way to view my logs?

[@jamesbackhouse653]

Great review 👍🏻 straight to the point Lovely watch, but I wouldn’t get it as I would probs never use it for what it’s for! 😂

[@SEVILLAETERNA]

Hi Watch Geek. Please, can you recommend what would be the best G-Shock watch for you and that it has sapphire crystal and Compass? I want to buy a very reliable G-Shock that lasts for many years. Thanks in advance. !!!

[@WatchGeek]

Probably GWG1000 if you can handle the size

[@SEVILLAETERNA]

@@WatchGeek Thanks champion !!!!

[@ziadyousef7798]

I like the watch and the size as well

[@temujinadonijah6365]

Nice review, but did this change time zones via GPS without interaction from Wearer?.... Also how does ceramic back handle direct shock eg if fell on sharp rock from high

[@WatchGeek]

It updates timezones whenever you use navigation, but it will not do it by itself, NONE of the current GPS watches does it automatically. As for ceramic caseback, I haven't tested, bit given that it is well protected by your wrist, I doubt it would be an issue

[@MrCarpen7er]

Have you ever wonder why G-Shock watches have bended straps ? That´s right, mainly to protect the back case of the watch when it drops. And ceramic is strong, also very scratch resistant.