The Ultimate 'Beater' Watch! The Classic $40 G-Shock 5600

[@furballbear]

I still have my original that I got in the 80's and it works perfectly. This style of Casio is timeless and every watch enthusiast should own one.

[@MrK.A]

Agreed.

[@DF-ih5wl]

5600 is the only watch I wear. Classic 80's look. Display is simple and easy to read. Perfect size and lightweight. At this price I have no worries about loss/stolen/drop/scratch. Less is more.

[@starmorpheus]

@Fernando Rujano I mean... If want to wear it with a suit, go ahead. But I for one like to have range in my collection.

[@treborkroy5280]

​@@starmorpheusLol not everyone wears suits guy. In fact the majority do not.

[@pagesegovia2026]

My Grandad had a really used one from the late 90's that he gave to me just before I had moved to Spain to study. Man the adventures I put that old thing through across Europe should have put it out of commission but I brought it back home still ticking! Didn't really appreciate just having a "digital watch" at that time, but now I realise I was wearing an absolute classic all along. This watch reminds me of the time when I learned great things endure.

[@TheFullmetalj]

5600e is my most favorite G Shock, I kept buying them from Target store($50). Now I have four 5600e and use only two of them. The other day I open up one of them and carefully examine the constructions of it and I’m truly appreciate how thoughtful it is, the stainless back cover is so thick that it reinforced he whole watch together with metal frame inside. The “mode” button is recessed so we don’t accidentally press it, genius!!!!

[@MrPleers]

Mine came in a can. I did wear this watch (or one very simular) in the 80's when I was a teenager. I loved it back then. Found it when I was scrolling through G-shocks on a online watch shop, (as I needed a tough and waterproof watch for my vacation) I was very pleasantly surprised that they are still made.

[@chriskelly509]

Mine is my go to travel watch.

[@kenrankin5814]

I got filthy dirty working on a water line yesterday and I was wearing my 5600 on a Nato, and since it was also covered in mud, I threw it, strap and all into the washer. Came out like a champ :)

[@MillZPro]

This is weird, only days after my 5600 arrived one of my fav watch channels uploads a video on it. Coincidence? Yes. Yes it is.

[@matthewscott3689]

I just picked one of these up before Christmas for $25 brand new from Target. Love it, added a Bull Bar to it and now it's my go to beater watch :)

[@superfast30]

I have many high end G-Shock's including MRG's but I seem to wear mt DW5600E more often than not. It's just about the perfect daily! Size is spot on and has a serious purposeful look.

[@woodentulike2no]

That does it...selling all my other watches and Rocking the 5600 from now on! Thanks for helping me get over my watch illness.

[@bobmarley6161]

No cure my friend you'll start collecting..... G shock squares....... Enjoy

[@ohhenry2]

It's a wonder and pleasure that, for so little, one can buy so iconic and historically significant (and tough as nails bulletproof) of a watch, in what is essentially its original form. Shocking, really. When it came out, I thought the watch a lumbering monstrosity (it was quite big for its time), but it has aged gracefully. It's now inarguably a classic, one that, at that price, would do well in anyone's collection. Thank you, Jody, for another great review!

[@Crazytesseract]

I appreciate your video. I am from south India. I got this watch (DW-5600E, module 3229) in 2013. It was made in Sept 2012. The battery is still going strong after 6 years (because I rarely used the light, and the alarm), but the light no longer functions and I don't really care! Hope the battery lasts for 10 years. This watch has taken a beating, and the bezel has cracked a bit.

[@MrPleers]

If the light stops functioning, it usually means the battery is running low.

[@FitOutPost]

"They don't wear them, they wear you." Genius!

[@marlboro9tibike]

and in soviet russia, watches watch YOU!

[@bestopinion9257]

@@marlboro9tibike yeah, spy watches

[@donp2166]

5600 is the absolute standard of value, design, and durability. Thanks for the always interesting videos.

[@bobmarley6161]

I love the solar version with multiband 6.... Best watch ever.....

[@ronch550]

I agree : this is the quintessential G-Shock. I just got a GX-56BB-1 which is heavily based on the DW-5600 (hence GX-*56*-BB-1, I suppose) but bigger and meaner-looking. It's a bit too big for my small wrists but being a G-Shock somehow vindicates it, like it's purpose-built to be big and tough.

[@RobertNES816]

This is a watch that Casio will never discontinue. I love mine and also have the 5610 model to, you can't go wrong with a 5600 lol.

[@RogerSartet007]

2:35: In fact, at its release in 1983 the G-Shock didn't do too well. But then some "wisecracker(*)" decided to use it as an ice hockey puck and it survived the match. It made the news and since then the G-Shock became a winner. True story. I was 14 in 1983 and already a Casio fan (got my F-200 in june 1980) (*) I got the term from your Casio Royale video, given I'm not a native English speaker. Hope I got it right. Keep up the good work!

[@carpandrei7493]

Wait! Weren't the 80's like yesterday??? 30 years already?

[@watsinurfreezer8789]

40 years

[@jasonclarke7422]

I remember the 80s like yesterday,happy days they were too 👍

[@notyourtypicalwatchreview2563]

I know, right?

[@randomescu]

my wrist skin is a little allergic to silicon bands when its above 30 celsius. happened with Samsung and Garmin. zero problems with Casio bands. the one on my GD350BR is the best band i ever seen.

[@muflatu]

Mine came today from e.bay. Paid 47 usd and custom office charged me 11 usd taxes. Nice done Romania. The watch is beautiful and worth any penny.

[@octaviorosousa9001]

I bought mine dw5600e back in 2011 and still going strong with the original battery , bezel and strap to this day i also own the original g-shock dw5600 made in the 90's and the dw5200 made in the 80's also i just bought dw5750e with the round bezel ,now the difference i notice is that the bezel material on the dw5600e seen on the video is a lot better than the original bezel it just does not crack , on the other hand the g-shocks made in the 80's were made in japan and they way stronger than the ones made now days .

[@TheNyamu2012]

Got one and i wear it almost daily. Great piece right there.

[@michaelfaulkner9621]

Best watch for me ever, signed under the metal buckle on the strap and came in a tin from Amazon. Am thinking of getting a solid powered version though, batteries not included. Love 5600

[@jameskane9515]

My first and only g shock. Could t agree more... Undeniable 80's cool aesthetic. Tough as nails. Not over the top and gaudy. It d be nice to see a more modern softer rubber strap offered, but that a knit pick. I find it wears much smaller than it's 43mm size. It was my first and only g shock. I beat the he'll out of it on a daily basis , for over a year now, but if I wipe the grime off ,she still looks like the day I opened the box.

[@blake_229]

I LOVE THE 80's LOOK!

[@ednammansfield8553]

I was going to purchase one of these watches but after seeing the 5610 I opted for that instead as it was only £20 more. It was my very first purchase of a G-Shock watch and I am glad I got it as it is multiband 6 and also solar powered. I have since bought another 5610 with the positive display. They are great value for money and I wear both of mine daily as beater watches.

[@Scott-M1]

Get the GD-350 G shock. Negative display, vibration alarm, and not too chunky. Also has lugs that wrap around the wrist better. Great watch!👍

[@Scott-M1]

@Douglas Pantera You're right. If you have sleeves it's a bit of a struggle lol. I have the black and red 5600 as well. Use it daily, better for the sleeves 👍

[@atatkfighter]

This watch is growing on me a lot and for only $40 I'm going to have to order one. It will bring back all my memories of having one as a kid in the late 80s.

[@bubbab7792]

The 5600 is a true work horse throughout the years, just too small for me. Nice review, love the statue in the background of the gentleman carrying the croc. Priceless. 🤣🤣🤣

[@Digital111]

about 2 years if you use the alarm and light everyday. I've got mine in 2012 and still running on the same battery. I don't use the light or alarm though lol.

[@ViktorHalasz]

I already had a GA 800 G ana-digi but I always wanted a classic so ordered a 5600 on amazon for 55$ The only thing I hate is the adjust button which sits too deep in the case and makes it difficult to press even with my skinny finger. Took it to a watch store and the guy said it stucked in the case so he recommended to send back to amazon and request a replacement .. i hope the new one won't have that issue because I love that watch

[@yhong9733]

What a coincidence, I just bought one. I had one in high school...bought it for nostalgia

[@space.ayreon]

This is a little too much for my pocket right now, but I expect to get one someday. For now, I'm enjoying my CA53-W that I just got recently. My next one will probably be a W217h or a W800h, which is way more affordable than GShocks, at least in my country.

[@outlawpat8038]

Try w218h

[@S-Ltd1000]

The cheapest I can find this in the UK is £55. Where do you get them for $37?

[@YJ-7]

Same 😢

[@bobmarley6161]

I got a rasta colourway for £55 delivered to my door.... Looks fantastic

[@huckinator]

I paid 36 dollars for mine on Amazon just today

[@XtremeKremaTor]

Now In the UK all is overpriced. 60quid on amazon which is 80usd

[@NoNameNo.5]

In America they’re 39.99 at Walmart

[@lightspeed72]

Still have mine from 30 plus years ago. Got it for my 13th birthday :) Need to replace batteries.

[@thomasecallaghan1111]

Just watched your reviews on the Casio Marlin, Tissot PRX etc and they're really good - inciteful and funny - my favourite watch reviews around. Thank you very much

[@michaelbeuoy4293]

Thanks for the time warp! I received a G-shock from my Grandparents in 1985!

[@katasiapa]

I have this watch and still wear it till today

[@mattcase9043]

Terrific review on this little watch that I remember owning when I was a kid. Picked one up over a Christmas at a price that I couldn't pass up, and I have to say that it has all the same nostalgia I had of my original. Great rugged watch that will also have a place in my collection in perpetuity.

[@WildAtHeart_1]

Literally, I just received my exact module watch, today. Then you uploaded this video. What a treat. G Shock DW 5600E. Can't agree more with the fact that it's perfect for smaller size wrists. Best bang for its bucks.

[@pt109che]

Classic watch that was used by Keanu Reeves in the movie “Speed”.

[@octaviorosousa9001]

True that , the model that he used was dw5600 that had the screw back case .

[@mcdus78]

That is cheesy AF!

[@MrPleers]

And by Steve Carell in "The 40-year old virgin".

[@RedPillVegan]

Speed watch

[@sci-figuy6668]

Watched speed only to see the G-Shock

[@sped6954]

I forgot about this video. I watched it a long time ago, but it just showed up again today in my feed. I guess we can all change our minds about some things, and I remember thinking the same as you when you said in this video that some things should just be left alone. I thought so too, but fast forward two years to the present, and here we all are, buying bezels and bracelets for our G-Squares. These kits cost more than our watches do lol. I did order a new band for mine, as well as the bezel alone a few weeks ago from Aliexpress. The band showed up a few days ago and according to tracking, my bezel is out for delivery today. The new band was really tight going onto the watch... It was bad enough that I had to actually remove the bezel to secure the band. No matter how hard I pushed against it, I just could not get the spring bars to connect, but after I removed the bezel, it just fell into place. On a side note, I got my 5600 around 1½-2 years ago, and it's my first G-Shock ever. I have another one coming soon. I just ordered it a little while ago, so probably Thursday or Friday it should be here. Used, $40, in very good condition, screen inverted to negative display, two bezels, one with white letters and the other one plain black, destruction manual and all the other literature, and a metal G-Shock tin as opposed to the paperboard box that they actually shipped in. I'm not sure how I'm going to work it yet, it depends on the exact cosmetic condition of the new used one... But probably that module, my case , my band and metal bezel. Then I'll configure the second watch with the leftovers. I hope the JaysandKays BullBar fits over the new metal bezel. EDIT: Yes, the bezel arrived today, and as I suspected, my BullBar just barely doesn't fit.

[@williamparker2922]

Great video. This watch will still be trending in 2048. Great design by Casio. A very iconic timepiece.

[@albertomolina3868]

Got a yellow one in 2008. The battery lasted 15 years. Amazing! Just purchased a black one. I wonder how long that battery will last.

[@stanmann1984]

I just got mine in from Amazon sunday! I got it for work. I'm a machine operator so I needed something pretty tough. I absolutely love it!!! I love it so much I plan on keeping this one for work and getting the 5610 solar with negative display for day to day when I'm not wearing my seiko diver. My dad and father in law both wore g shocks so it does have sentimental value for me. Great vid and take care!

[@TheAlucard900]

stanmann1984 your story about your dad and you rocking the gshock same as me. Hahaha gshock does hold sentimental value to me too.

[@stanmann1984]

@@TheAlucard900 that's good to hear man! They will always be timeless!

[@ozzy1154]

In my mind, this is the platonic ideal of what a G-Shock should be. Simple, clean, zero frills. And with a reasonable size.

[@robalexander7348]

Hi, i ordered one this morning ( from Melbourne ) a DW 5600E -1V ( $114.90 ) Should be here by Tuesday ? 👍

[@victorcreed8856]

Definitely will not find one of these for $38 in Canada...this watch runs anywhere from $75-$100 here. Maybe a bit cheaper online.

[@sehajpreetsingh4177]

It is about $70 in Canadian Amazon store.

[@bestopinion9257]

$60 if you have luck here

[@Myaccisbanned]

120 and upwards in Australia

[@SuperPugCat]

Absolute great watch. Can't get it off my wrist. My automatics are in the draw.

[@dantepaule4311]

Yes Indeed... great for collection this timeless model....

[@BarnOwl61]

Casio has always offered great value for money. I consider it to be the worker class watch brand. Nothing wrong with it, it wil never fail you. I have once seen a luxury piece for Japanese market only. I think it was called the Ocean's or so. I own three Casio watches myself , got a wave ceptor last Christmas. Great review as always, T-shirts are great too.

[@LeroyCReed]

I got one G-Shock and then I had to get this one, but in steel. I will be getting more over the years.

[@DrFrankLondon]

I think I am one of the few who have never owned a Casio digital. Grew up with a watch nut dad, so he made sure I always had an analog watch. Maybe I need to pick one up..🤔

[@jasonclarke7422]

Out of interest did you buy a Casio digital watch Frank ? I have used a Casio digital watch now for a number of years, and even the basic models are as tough as boots and the time keeping Accuracy is second to none 👍

[@Xanduur]

Three of this model. The original one was stolen while I was stationed at Fort Stewart, get one developed a leak and rusted out when I was stationed at Camp Castle, South Korea, sold while living here in Texas. I just bought another one today as a beater watch.

[@prielhackim]

best watch ever. Main selling point for me is the Loop timer . its a must and many other models dont have this at all

[@Vaco67]

I can’t believe you only have 1 GShock. Your willpower is astonishing.

[@sverkernilsson27]

Got my first G ever two weeks ago. As a beater at work. A solar one hadn't hurt, but the red in that one makes it look like a toy!

[@MrPleers]

Also the light on the solar stays on for only 1 1/2 seconds instead of 3 seconds.

[@danp.torreja2777]

One of my favorite watch...timeless design😊

[@hitachi42inchtvsarepowerco79]

Just bought one of these off Amazon for £60 can’t wait till it’s gets here!!

[@Mystninja]

I have a gls-5600cl as a beater ops watch. 200m wr and -20*c ltr. And a Zulu strap. Most G-Shocks look dicky but the squares are on point for a beater.

[@Mystninja]

Note the atomic multi band 6 may not work in Australia. Like the pro treks.

[@mikeboot7409]

Im going on almost 6 years on original battery. Been main watch for almost the entire time

[@yorusuyasoul69420]

Do u always use light

[@mikeboot7409]

@@yorusuyasoul69420 atleast 1-2 time a day I use the light

[@grandforker]

I got mine for $33 as an Amazon Black Friday special. It keeps very accurate time.

[@dionisisathens7030]

i just got the DW-6500BB-1 and i love it

[@hitsugayat10]

Am thinking of getting one, the solar model but am still resisting the temptation of having a second GShock. Hardly wear my one and only GShock...

[@dmntuba]

Great review! I've always wanted one and inspired by your video I'm ordering one tomorrow. I'm still Loving my Phoibos PX002B. I work on a peach farm and my Phoibos has been my everyday watch for last 2 1/2 weeks and not a scratch. Thanks again! Cheers, David

[@dmntuba]

Ordered today...be on my wrist next week 😁

[@dmntuba]

My G Shock arrived today and on my wrist. Going to give this classic a workout on the farm over the next few weeks 💪

[@TB0321]

I got mine 2 yrs ago for $32 plus tax. I'm surprised that it keeps better than the older versions I had in the past.

[@Phoenix-King-ozai]

To think that This low cost tough little thing survived a 25Ton truck driving over it Casio is using some wicked magic !

[@oldschool8077]

Wish Casio would 'also' make a slightly bigger DW5600 at 46.5mm wide up from it's 42.8. When looking down on my wrist it looks fine but when looking in the mirror i can't help feeling... it's just a bit too small. A Skmei 1134 lookalike is 50mm wide (similar to the GX56) and at that size it's just too big (like a mini TV screen on your wrist). But wearing both and looking in the mirror there's a definite size sweet spot right in between the two. A slight size increase would still fit under a sleeve, remain a smallish/medium classic G-Shock, and... look less retro and more modern-era masculine. The venerable and iconic submariner has it's bigger Sea dweller so why not a slightly bigger 5600.

[@marksman4004]

Tough ass watch. I had one in the late 80s and the battery lasted 11 years. I bought this one late last year and it's just as every bit the same as my old one.

[@ORflycaster]

My first battery just died after exactly 11 years also. 2010-2021. I know it’s just a battery, but I feel like a friend just died.

[@marksman4004]

@@ORflycaster lol you ain't lying.

[@mikedru2912]

The 5610 is amazing, all are great. One of the best value watches for sure

[@DenisHauser]

The 5600 is a great watch fpr the budget.

[@otunca]

Face window, is it real glass or plastic one?

[@0017Bulldog]

Just got mine over the recent holidays for $25!! You said it all perfectly. This is the G shock for me. Too much fluff on the bigger ones. I put the Jays and Kays Bull Bars on it just to "man it up" a bit and it works. I have a hard time sharing watch time with my other tough watches. (I don't care for the term beater either)

[@matthewscott3689]

0017Bulldog I got one at that price too! Target right? I could believe it was that cheap, I couldn't pass it up. At that price it's a no brainer

[@0017Bulldog]

Yes, Target!! I also got the Casio AE1200 for $14. Unbelievable!

[@Robert-ug5hx]

I just ordered the solar version, I l9v3my5600 battery operated version

[@fsghdfsd]

Just bought one yesterday, i paid 80$ in my country (Romania) but i picked it right out of the store, no waiting for shipping.

[@danidaimondzofficial582]

In ce magazin ai gasit la banii astia?

[@fsghdfsd]

@@danidaimondzofficial582 La bb-shop.ro e 313 lei și acum. De unde ai știut ca sunt roman?

[@danidaimondzofficial582]

Catalyst E de incredere bb shop? Si ai scris in comentariu ca esti din romania

[@fsghdfsd]

@@danidaimondzofficial582 sunt printre cei mai populari vânzători de ceasuri din RO. Eu am luat vreo 4 de la ei, nu am avut probleme, însă nu am apelat la garanție pana acum.

[@alexandrugrecov8964]

I changed the case and the belt with retro black steel for 70 USD. Now it looks like the watch of the Terminator.

[@nef.spring]

Got exactly one like this. .ran 1 battery from 2009 to 2021 . Need new battery to bring it back to life

[@chriskelly509]

Now they are about $50. Love mine.

[@garygerard4290]

I love both my 5600's One is for everyday use - it's got some pretty good digs and scuffs - maybe some bits of spray paint. The other is for when I get dressed up - maybe go to Walmart or get lunch at the taco truck 😆😆😆

[@chriskelly509]

@garygerard4290 definitely got to have a go to town watch LOL

[@pujansinha5035]

Hi is there Auto backlight feature on this particular model g1514

I just saw on Instagram the other day a full stainless steel version of this!

[@KoenigVo34]

Goung to the military in january, so I bought mine yesterday. I was going to buy the 5600BB because I thought the all-black looked really cool. But I‘ve read that because of the inversed black display from certain angles it‘s difficult to read the time. So I went with the „original“ 5600E which saved me 25$ aswell

[@williamgreeter1855]

I bought that model and a DW 9052 at Target for $50 US dollars a piece

[@3lectronic0]

I plan to do the same.

[@LogicKidroy]

Hahaha, that nightclub reference had me dying.

[@norikofi7797]

Simple watch but it's very useful

[@brianhinder3652]

Fine review Jodie. Love mine although the shrouded pushers make adjusting the watch too difficult IMHO.

[@zairmalik2775]

man robert de niro wore a dw5600 with a suit in heat and it looked stunning not a rolex or an omega as usual no a resin beater and it made his character look so much cooler

[@JustOneMoreWatch]

I did not know that mate!

[@zairmalik2775]

@@JustOneMoreWatchits true my friend i always hear the keanu speed reference but come on that whatch was in one of the best conversation in movie history al pacino and robert deniro on that table together instant classic and in the bank heist black sunglasses black suit black gloves dw5600 m4 rifle these are historical moments for g schock fans haha

[@adlanhaziq]

Zair Malik what movie?

[@zairmalik2775]

@@adlanhaziq Heat from 1995

[@OrganistaAndrzej]

Is in your watch lcd contrast is worse looking straight on dial? In my dw5600 contrast is best in small angel when I am looking from the bottom, and from left. Sorry for my English, I do my best...

[@gyges5495]

Not the ultimate beater, but the ultimate complete watch! Better than automatics

[@arcangelo210]

Just received the wavemaster. Boy you weren’t kidding about those screw links !

[@dennisokada9287]

My ‘83 original made many 100 ft plus scuba dives without any problems 🌈

[@jamiecheslo]

Iconic watch! Great video, Mate! Short and sweet. Still digging the t-shirt, Captain Picard! Cheers!

[@valueink]

How's the contrast on your watch so high? Mine is not as clear, and the digits are not as crisp.

[@andyclark1173]

Hello Jodie. Another great review. I’ve just had count up and I have six g-shocks one of which is a 5610. There is something special about this watch. I have a 7 1/4 inch wrist, and it really has a snug fit plus it just disappears on your wrist.👍

[@thatonedude3312]

got one for Christmas, super happy!

[@johnpro2847]

The down side of G's is the battery does not last long and the seal must be replaced otherwise it is not waterproof any longer...this can be on the expensive side.

[@fede1233]

Never enough ammo, and just one more watch !!! My way of life !!! 😂😂😂😂

[@WrongTimeWatch]

If I did not already have a solar 5 band casio pathfinder, I would buy this G-shock. I really have no need for it.

[@priyamganguly]

DW-5600 has multi-function alarm. But does it have the snooze feature?

[@zplapplap]

No

[@714SNF]

awesome videos! do you own the newer bluetooth models? do you think its worth it to "upgrade" from the 5610 to the bluetooth?