The best digital G-Shocks: The Rangeman GW9400 and the GWM5610

A look at the Casio G-Shock Rangeman GW9400-1 and the GWM5610-1.
Music: Vitalic - Trahison
Rangeman tutorial and review by Watch Geek: • Casio GW 9400 Rangeman...

[@pauloverby1]

The idea of freedom is spot on. When wearing a g-shock (compared to an expensive mechanical watch), you are free of worry, free of maintenance costs, free from setting your watch, and free from what others think. The g shock is a tool to be used, unpretentious, always dependable, and useful.

[@jotr.9786]

the most expensive g-shock is around 70 000$, and there are g-shocks in the 1500-3000$ rage, so it depends on the g-shock lol

[@fvahamonde]

Also, freedom from connected watches and notifications

[@erwannq]

​@@jotr.9786 Let's be honest, those models are largely overpriced.

[@jotr.9786]

@@erwannq all watches are over a certain price point, but depends on the profit margin

[@DeputyDog-mh1yo]

Freedom is an illusion

[@andreasmolund]

I like that you include so many wristshots

[@YoureTerrific]

That's something I think is missing from too many videos. Wrist shots are important to me when I'm watching a video and considering buying a watch.

[@Julian-AJCP]

In a world of planned obsolescence products that are meant to be thrown away Casio has become my favorite brand... These watches communicate durability, pragmatism and functionality. I got a Pro Trek PRT 30 for Christmas in 1999 which has been in use almost every day and still runs perfectly. I just love it. Gonna get my 5610 soon.

[@vincentjack735]

Casio continues to amaze me with quality affordable watches from Edifice to protrek to G Shocks. Casio is king

[@cccycling5835]

I’ve got both of these watches but the Rangeman in specific has been used many times to predict rainstorms (down to the minute) which is really nice when you’re motorcycling or cycling. Really really nice. The compass helps me not half to bust out the real compass during hikes, and the altimeter is used all time to estimate location on long hiking ascents. I’ve found the atomic clock keeping to be extremely accurate, I’ve brought them to numerous New Year’s eve locations abroad and it’s accurate down to the second every single time. I’ve been swimming in them, dropped and banged them against everything. I love my Automatic Seikos, but G-Shocks are the ultimate in watch design IMO. Everything else (Rolex, Audemars, whatever) I just fluff or excess (read: art).

[@edmund8954]

Does the barometer not work in some areas at all? The barometer goes down but nothing happens at all.

[@joshsvoss]

Well said. How do you predict rainstorms with the barometer??

[@sellinhate9874]

@@joshsvoss you can turn on the baro alarm. It beeps when there is a sudden change in air pressure

[@redsox7897]

@@sellinhate9874 how

[@sellinhate9874]

@redsox7897 press the sensor button and go to baro. There hold the lower right button.

[@_bryanblaze_]

I bought both of these watches due to this video. A year later of heavy use and I couldn’t be more happy! Thank you for taking the time to make this video 💪🏻

[@Rooster1997]

How does the rangeman do in the dark? As far as backlighting goes?

[@_bryanblaze_]

@@Rooster1997 amazingly bright like a cell phone 💁🏻‍♂️

[@jschoenzy9416]

Gshock is an essential element of a well rounded collection, IMO.

[@jappojappy]

101%

[@classlessbozo317]

Gshocks aren’t well rounded, in fact most of them are square.

[@jschoenzy9416]

@@classlessbozo317 Good one. Made me laugh.

[@TROY2048]

your mom is well rounded, a collection can be anything you want, like 10 divers if that's your thing, no such thing as essential, just preferences

[@hathaway.1166]

@@TROY2048 Imagine still thinking “ur mom” jokes are funny.

[@Annoyedsince1986]

I swear you're like one video away from getting big. How you continue to have 12k subs is beyond me. Awesome video, as always Evan!

[@YoureTerrific]

Matt Parker Thanks. I don’t think I post often enough to get “big”. And that’s fine with me.

[@WatchTheFuck]

Totaly agree! And totaly agree with you Evan, especially when it comes to the comparison with the Daytona!!! Please keep going the great work and stay healthy! Greetings from Germany🇩🇪

[@syedabdulhalim23]

and i have no explanation why i just found this channel.

[@MinefighterLP]

This video is so perfectly done and edited, why didn’t i discover this channel earlier? Awesome work!

[@billygoatfilms7531]

Had my 5610 for a number of years now, it’s been to several military zones plus Artic and Antarctic. Best watch in the world today. That is not a statement but a FACT.

[@PaulHVAC1]

Ive had my Rangeman for close to 8 years now, I still marvel at what a great watch it is. Still my favourite in my collection and it is basically my EDC. Love Casio and really enjoyed your video.

[@bikertrash.7692]

The watch itself is indestructible, but the band only last 3 yeaars

[@PaulHVAC1]

@@bikertrash.7692 well like I said, Im approching 9 years and its worn in rough places every day and the strap is also still going strong

[@molecularnut6122]

Your video are amazing, the calm voice and the satisfying music also makes your videos enjoyable.

[@Tdr-jv2nc]

As someone who owns a few expensive Swiss watches I have to say my g shock gets more wrist time than any of them I love my g shock also such a good travel companion!

[@TheSH1N1GAM1]

This video is amazingly well produced. I am looking at getting a rangeman, which is how I found your video, and I’m currently wearing the square in your video. One of the big advantages of the rangeman for me seems to be the easy to push buttons. I would like that a lot.

[@ajgross67]

Great video as always! I bought my first square about a year ago to prepare for hiking the Inca trail and I have been loving it ever since. I recently picked up the Pokémon themed Baby-G for my birthday and I can’t help but smile when I am wearing it, especially when I hit the backlight and am greeted by Pikachu. I might have to give a shot at modding my 5600. I saw Jody at JOMW do a full metal mod that is really intriguing

[@redbarchetta4]

Love your intro monologue! Great video. I’ve got the Atomic Solar Mudman and the GW M5610. I love them both.

[@spy8464BB]

I have collected many Casios, mostly Pathfinders and G-Shocks. Out of the collection both the GWM5610 and the GW9400 are my most favorites. In short there are a ton of G-Shocks but price compared to features the 9400 beats them all and the simplistic charm of and design of the 5610 keeps me from putting it down. All my other watches sit in my case ignored and sad. Your video is perfect.

[@birdbro1990]

Great Video. Ive had the green one for a few years and love it. Some notes: It's actually the barometer sensor that's working as the altimeter, I find its usually accurate to about 100 feet, but needs to be calibrated before a hike at the trailhead. Because of this I don't use it to predict weather on hikes, unless I'm staying at the same altitude, in that case its very accurate as you said. Having a reliable digital thermometer is actually awesome, although it needs to be away from your body to work properly and not on your wrist. I find it really useful in a tent pocket or on a nightstand in a hotel room, anytime when you can't trust what the ambient temp is. As a runner, the instant start stopwatch is awesome. When I'm doing any outdoor activity or weekend adventure, this is the watch on my wrist. The biggest advantage it has over an Apple Watch or Garmin, is it's no fuss solar charge. One final note: my wrist is 6.75 and I usually prefer a 39mm watch, but love to rock my huge rangeman.

[@Luebke2773]

I will sell my green Rangeman with negative display. So hard to read with my old eyes.

[@Portland_Living_Life]

You know two months ago I would have thought you were crazy. I know you, I know your watches. I own several Rolex, Omega, and other mid-tier Swiss brands myself. There is no way I would add a G-Shock to my collection.... but.... I am a watch nerd and I read about the history, the robustness, the features. I love a good tool watch! I changed my mind and I went big - picked up one of the all metal GMW-B5000's as my first G-Shock. It's been dominating my wrist since and with the auto illumination is my go-to bedtime watch. I just cannot believe what a great value these things are. I definitely get it now!

[@thetruthonlyone]

Did you get the black full metal one?

[@7775Kevin]

Nicely done. So many reviews never show the watch being worn so you get no idea how it looks on your wrist. This video was well produced and was very helpful to me. Thanks!

[@aaahbeeeh3374]

kevin, how old are you?

[@dchoi99]

This video is really well done and you covered the content perfectly. Subscribed! More G-Shock videos!!

[@cavalry1213]

Because I work around speakers all day and I don’t like wearing leather straps in the Summer, I wear either my Rangeman or my GW-B5600 (another square) to work and they’re both amazing. They become every day watches during the Summer months.

[@722georgetonorge]

Finally, a video on a watch that I own/can afford. Great channel!

[@YoureTerrific]

Sorry it took so long.

[@adam_ncl]

I love my 5610. Such great value for money.

[@YoureTerrific]

Adam Craney Hard to beat

[@Jesterian]

They’re on sale for $98 on Amazon now!

[@JasonTheWatchGuy]

Nothing really ever compares to a GShock or even most Casio's, theyre just playing a different game

[@isthi000ify]

💯

[@jaytee2090]

Such a good video and review. I can’t agree more, best GSHOCKS right there.

[@MaloneSean1]

Wow, where has this channel been all my life? Love your content, I subscribed!

[@bfboobie]

The GWM5610 rekindled my love of watches a few years ago and I've gone through a few since then. One I left on the hood of my car to charge while I was doing construction work, forgot about it later, drove off, came back only to find it in the middle of the highway, having been run over by semi trucks and half an hour of heavy traffic. It was a little bit scuffed on the case and strap, and the clasp was slightly bent, but it worked fine! I love these watches and have bought a couple as gifts for friends and family. As much as I love a good auto mechanical dive watch for sharp looks and to wind up and wear on my other wrist - gotta have a watch on each wrist! - a G SHOCK is ALWAYS on one wrist. Now I think a Rangeman 9400 is in order ... to swap and give the 5610 some days off now and then maybe? ... probably will wear 5610 more often tho, since it's a bit sleeker. Casio is King

[@EsbjornWristwatchReviews]

You’re videos are consistently great 👍🏻

[@FirstLightAdventures]

I’ve had a GW6900-1 with tough solar for 7 years and it’s just so damn reliable and such a badass watch for only $90. Not one issue with it. I recently picked up the GWM5610-1 for something a little more low profile but all the same features. I love the white backlight on it compared to the green in my older one. I use a Garmin Fenix 6x sapphire for trail running and hiking but I will one day add the rangeman to my collection bc of the altimeter offering, plus it just looks badass.

[@chentequilichini7182]

Agree, has been using them since they first came out in the 80s, nothing better!!, great video!!

[@bde1103]

I’m not gonna lie, this is the best watch review I’ve ever watched. It’s so professional

[@YoureTerrific]

Thanks

[@aaahbeeeh3374]

you havent watched many videos if you find the test of a metro guy showing perfectly state outdoor watches so good. havent you?

[@frankgerace5997]

I completely agree with you about the greatness of G Shocks..I can’t stop collecting them!! I currently have 2 GWM 5610’s in my collection, one with a positive display and one negative, and a slew of other G’s, some solar/atomic and some not. I have automatic watches in my collection too, but I think the G Shocks are my favorites because of their toughness and ease of use.

[@mercedes1990221]

Hi, may I ask you which display is more convenience? I'm hesitating the positive display and negative, I like the negative one because it looks very cool. But this watch is a prefect tool that I need it to check time quickly.

[@frankgerace5997]

@@mercedes1990221 I’d recommend the positive display for the easiest reading..negative displays do look cool, but some negative displays can be difficult to read unless the watch is in exactly the right light.

[@mercedes1990221]

@@frankgerace5997 Thank you for your suggestion, I will choose the positive one.

[@inSaNe_44]

@@mercedes1990221 you will end up buying both of them, like me. They are that good{looking also}! Belive me. Legendary G-shocks.

[@DeputyDog-mh1yo]

​@@inSaNe_44only one will be purchased

[@walaarostom]

Came across your channel, after watching this awesome video, I have subscribed. Great work. Thank you and greetings from 🇨🇦

[@colormind581]

Another outstanding video. Pure fun watching it. Thank you.

[@AhmedElFatairy]

great video, great watches, love the music and the edits. thanks for the review

[@user-he1ce9fs3l]

this video was top quality I am surprised you have such low number of subscribers. I am glad I enjoyed.

[@piotrek3580]

Ive had many watches, maybe not as many as you and not at this price point but I was fascinated about collecting ( divers, pilots, elegant watches etc). But now, I have 3 watches - one Omega Seamaster which is only worn on special ocasions or business meetings and these 2 beasts. And they are 2 best watches ive ever had, I dont really need to care of them, very comfortable and good looking in normal/casual style.

[@danyu5208]

bang on review! I both of these watches and love them both equally.

[@peterlukacs3720]

That’s my lineup. A 5610 has served me faithfully for a year, and (partly) influenced by your great video, I have just ordered a Rangeman. I need these two, nothing less, nothing more. 👍

[@isthi000ify]

👌👌

[@jacekkrzysiek5081]

Best video about GWM510 - Im almost ready to buy one for my birthday in 1 may :)

[@jelv.4142]

Got the rangeman, little over two years of edc. Love it.

[@BCooke7788]

Excellent, simply practical and real world explanation.

[@Mr.M1STER]

I own both. I've been wearing the 5610 every day for the past 5 years and it has been perfect.

[@patricj951]

Thanks for a valuable review! You just helped me to choose my third G-shock, and it will be GW-9400-1ER.

[@patricj951]

Update: I just ordered both these watches! I can't wait...

[@patricj951]

I received these watches today. Now I have 4 G-shocks and love them. A few words about the watches in this video, so far: 5610 is more comfortable to carry around due to the lightweight and better fit on the wrist. The only drawback with 9400 is the long flat back. It makes the watch tending to move to the sides of the wrist. It could be better designed.

[@adrian1229]

nice review... love how you make the review...most specially the RANGEMAN-GW9400, which i am planning to order it at Amazon..thanks for the review.

[@brianbuchert1521]

I have this watch and it quickly became one of my top watches

[@hjander]

Accuracy, indestructibility, affordability, fun ...and... function. There's a lot of watch I would like to buy, but they mostly just tell the time (and date). Given my active lifestyle, G-Shock is the one I reach for and use daily.

[@franarguelles]

You Sir, have a very good potential with this channel, pleas keep up quality videos like this coming! Would love to see more gshock videos! Greetings from Argentina!

[@scottballantyne7634]

Fantastic content! I have the 5600 and I always find myself putting it on over my mechanical watches, it’s just too easy to wear.

[@Tdr-jv2nc]

Me too work, gym, travel I always chose my g shock over my other watches

[@NilupulMalinda]

I have several G-Shock squares. But I've never owned a big boy G-Shock. I'm usually intimidated by their big bulky size. But that Rangeman looks so good, that it makes me really wanna try it.

[@skchoyee]

Just ordered my first G shock and looking forward to it. (GW5000U)

[@kbrizy7490]

Great review. Appreciate the high quality.

[@TheFrog767]

Very nicely presented and spoken in relation to how it is actually a watch that shows not just your wallet size. 🍻👏👏👏

[@friendofenkidu3391]

My new GWM 5610-1 arrived today. Great watch!!

[@mikestone9129]

I have a large watch collection but have never owned a G Shock until a month ago. I now have 5 and one more on order. I love these watches. I prefer the solar and atomic models for their ease of set and forget it. And the prices are really great. I'm hooked on them now.

[@BuffaloNickel9]

Hahah same story with me! I went from not owning any G-Shocks to owning 10 of them within 5 months... And of course the atomic/ multiband 6 solar are my favorite too. you've got to try the GW 7900. one of the least expensive and best solar Atomic out there

[@BuffaloNickel9]

My Rangeman will be delivered tomorrow

[@patricj951]

@@BuffaloNickel9 Are you satisfied with it? I got it today.

[@BuffaloNickel9]

@@patricj951 which one the GW 7900 or the 9400 Range man? both great watches but one holds my heart more than the other...

[@BuffaloNickel9]

@@patricj951 the GW 9400 Range man is what you're asking about? it wasn't the one that holds my heart, but it's one of my most often worn and most recent G-Shock acquisition... Honestly, when I first got it I hated it! Functions were great but It was huge. MAIN problem was it dug into my hand's backside! Worn only on my left wrist and the buttons would dig into the bottom of my hand. Strap it on your Left wrist, push it further down towards your hand and then bend the back of your hand up towards your face with your palms facing the floor... Mine would dig into the back of my hand and @ one point i boxed it up to send back the Range man GW9400... But several months later here it sits out on my desk with my four other favorite G-Shocks.... What I had to do was, make sure to wear it further up on my wrist away from my hand, you know above your wrist bone just a bit... I believe that's where all the watches should be worn they say. I also changed the strap... can't deny how cool it is. Everyone recognizes the Range man.. I've noticed the altitude feature is a little off.. it's a great watch with really easy to press buttons Enjoy how you can hold one button to return to the home screen...

[@shahidkamal8318]

This is the best review of Casio digital watches I have seen in a while. I m really glad u highlighted the most important aspect of Casio digital watches. I like Casio digital watches bcz I don't have to worry about battery life , don't have to charge it every week like those stupid smart watches. These watches are inexpensive, and robust and durable unlike the analog mechanical watches. Furthermore they have all the basic functionality which everyone uses on a daily basis like time, date, month stopwatch, timers, backlight for night vision. I really appreciate Casio for these watches.

[@tomb6576]

Here to vouch for the GW-B5600! All the features of the GWM5610U-1 but also Bluetooth features as well!

[@samson5767]

Well done. I think you are having way too much fun!

[@r.daniels1165]

"They're fun because, well, look at all the buttons and stuff."🤣🤣🤣 Seriously though, I own both of these watches amongst the other 23 watches I've accumulated over the years. They are some of my favorites and I use them to set my other time pieces. Good review! I like your philosophy about what we wear on our wrists, being not of money, but, "what makes us smile."👍

[@jntroisi]

No sir, you're terrific! Thanks for another fantastic review!

[@kyleswanson9572]

Rangeman is my favorite gshock of all time! Great job explaining the functions!

[@cdub.91]

Just got the: DW5600, GWM5610, GA2100-1A1, GAB2100-1A1. Time to move onto this GW9400 and a GW5000!!! Perfect video for a size comparison

[@BL0HARD]

Really good review. Helps seeing the rangeman against a square G for size comparison.

[@gogutzy]

own the 5610 - indeed it's a very useful piece of equipment and also dependable. only thing i dislike a lot, is the strap, I'm not a big fan of wearing watches as tight as possible, and if you set it a bit loose, it will keep sliding around, given that the one side of the strap is shorter than the other. from what i can see, it's the same thing with the Rangeman...

[@dracon7712]

Rangeman is the real king !

[@BL-yj2wp]

You are making a good point about the size, I tried the 5610 today and was surprised how small it acutally wears on wrist.

[@Jesterian]

It’s so comfy. Definitely my relaxing at home watch.

[@S-Ltd1000]

I have a number of Casio's including a GW5610 blackout, a GW6900 and a vintage G510 stainless steel. I've admired this gw9400 for a long while now but the size is a little daunting even though I have a 7.3 inch wrist. So close to buying one after watching your video which is one of the best I've seen on this model.

[@jahciple]

i have a 7 inch wrist and it does feel huge on my wrist. it sits pretty high too.

[@brunosco]

Great video and I love that comparison!

[@RampartPh]

i have a riseman and a stealth gd350. i think you should include the blacked out latter too. it's not only stunning but it has arguably got the best negative display in the gshock line-up due to its large digital display and it's as cheap as a macaroon.

[@comanchedase]

Great background music man. Bladerunner like atmospheres

[@thachometer]

First time I’ve heard “vision quest” in a watch related video, and I’m here for it.

[@adsagp]

Nice comparison video. Currently the Rangeman GW-9400-1 is my daily watch. I try other watches, but keep coming back to this one as it is reliable, tough, great auto backlight, good fit and highly functional. If I ever got another G-Shock it would probably be the GW-6900-1 or the GWM-5000U-1 with the softer strap and screw-down backplate and the slim profile.

[@bamse7958]

Great showcasing and neat music

[@dariuszrysak1133]

Yes, I definitely need to get the 5610, but Rangeman is olso very nice thing to have it All-In. Great watches

[@blackhole6834]

@Douglas Pantera why better?

[@isthi000ify]

Thanks for the amazing comparison and reviews and your message at the end.....Priceless and invaluable life lesson. Anyone with money can buy a Rolex (and hey more power to them, I'd love one) but the reality is....Only those who are real watch lovers can Rock a vintage Seiko 5, a Classic or Modern Casio and ofcourse any of the amazing G shocks!!! P.s I have the 5610...its a no Brainer.

[@jouwenlee7829]

Just got my 2nd Rangeman. I also bought almost indestructible yet affordable true multiple-instantly-changeable true GMT watch - Casio Royale AE1200WH; need-not-to-baby burner watch (if there’s such a term) Casio analog Field Watch MRW200H, all within 3 months. They are fun to have.

[@JalelTounsi]

The music is mezmerizingly great, the video is amazingly edited and the review is spot on. Perfection of a video

[@aaahbeeeh3374]

jalel, how old are you and how long do you use the internet?

[@Oleg__]

I have both models (just the 5610 updated model - GW-M5610U). And I like so much more the readability of the display in the M5610U, especially the month and date. The Rangeman's month and date are much worse due to a different font numbers (very poorly distinguished seven, three), and even that area of the screen is darkened, which further worsens the readability. Besides, the Rangeman has much more unwanted shadows on the screen. But the Rangeman has its good features (and for me it is not a barometer or altimeter, which I don't care about).

[@phillipward4862]

Great review on these watches I own both plus a gw7900 and a gw m850

[@David-mg8zu]

I love all your videos, just subscribed. I wish you did a little more G-Shock and other affordable watch content.

[@TonyAlvestad]

I already have the square and love it, but wow I think you just sold me on the Rangeman.

[@ozzy1154]

Just bought and started wearing a rangeman. It’s a big bastard but even on my small wrist it doesn’t bug me. Just so cool.

[@bobmarley6161]

G shock square 5610... Love them... So much so I have three of them in different colourways... If you don't use the alarm or the light... It'll go on for really easily for more than 15 years plus...... Without wearing down the cell...

[@GabrielTan1980]

The Rangeman is part of my permanent collection. If I ever have to sell all my watches, my two watch collection would be the 114060 and this Rangeman.

[@Ali-ir4tj]

great review man!

[@Pimpi1980g]

I agree. Have both of them and perfect G shocks in my opinion

[@MadMaxx1977]

I have the Desert Camo Rangeman GW9400. Best G-Shock for military (me), law enforcement, first responder, etc.

[@Legionnaire7777]

Best tool watches these two, plus the older mudman and the Garmin instinct tactical, perfect tool watches.

[@williambreeze2659]

Big fan of both of these g-shocks 👌

[@ami5975]

Insane features. Unbreakable. My GW-9400 is enough but I want a GW-B5600MG too.

[@MinefighterLP]

Amazing video! I personally own a 5610 and its been with me during my time in the military. It held up effortlessly during combat exercises in the woods, or while doing hard manual labor. It was by my side at the toughest moments during training, including climbing a 300m stone wall in the alps vertically, (i never climbed before so i was really nervous hah, i even fell but thank god i had safety equipment:D) I cannot recommend this watch enough. You never have to worry about it and it does everything it promises without asking for anything in return.

[@mlmperez1114]

Have 5 gshocks to include a Nixon regulus MK1. 5610 gets the most wrist time.😁

[@crubrutockcsgo]

but a rangeman gw 9400 is a even better version of a 5610 tho, so shouldn't you recommend that?

[@erwannq]

​@@crubrutockcsgo the 5610 is a basic watch with near 100% reliability in every conditions. Sometimes less is more, not everyone needs an altimeter or a compass on his watch. And the 9400 is really big, I have rather thin wrists and that watch looks huge on them compared to the 5610.

[@vincentferreira1135]

I own the Rangeman, the GA6900 and the M5610. My Rangeman is my oldest G Shock. It survived getting run over by an MRAP, getting shot at overseas and getting dropped in a vat of acrylic paint (that sucked) and it’s still going strong. My GW6900 is still my favorite looks wise, although it doesn’t necessarily fit me. The M5610 is my newest and fits me the best. I just ordered a 3rd party combo bracelet for the 5610 and a new bezel and strap for the 6900. I can’t wait.

[@ajaybhandari1566]

I am using gw9400 and its absolutely beast .

[@blingboythuglife]

This is just the kind of video that makes you buy both of them!

[@JonathanTReviews]

Excellent comparison and overall review! Thanks!

[@jarodstevens2710]

Once again bro outstanding

[@FiremanFrach]

Totally agree with your closing statement.👍🏻

[@andrewdaley3081]

I have the rangeman GW 9400 I love it. Andy England 🇬🇧👍

[@AntonSmall]

Brilliant review.