The Smartest Non-Smartwatch For The Gym - Casio G-Shock Atomic GW6900-1

G-Shock DW6900-1, the ultimate gym watch for me!
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[@MyAffordableWatchCollection]

This is also a great choice for soldiers and military personal. I had a G-shock G2500 during my service and it was perfect for the job (and it still works 15 years later). Great review 👍

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hi, thanks for watching! Yes the channels resident military expert Chris says he sees mostly G-Shocks in the military. Although he is personally more of a marathon fan! Appreciate you watching and commenting!

[@kingofpentacles3213]

This GW6900 is one of the best G-Shocks ever made. I wear a GW9400-1 Rangeman as my daily, but if I didn’t have that, this would be the one I’d get.

[@sajidkhanmahmood]

Ive had this same watch for the last 7 years i left it in a drawer for 6 months once and the display went blank but after leaving it in the sun for half a day it was all back to normal again. Great choice

[@AkiraTano]

Great watch and review. I've been looking at the GW6900 only because I want the atomic time module. Good stuff, Sam.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Yep, I think this particular model is great value for money! The atomic timekeeping I really like!

[@user-vy5cy6kq4h]

The strap from the DW5600 fits perfectly and stops that overhang!

[@ianmaw66]

Hi mate. "SIG" is actually the hourly time signal. IIRC the bottom right button will display the information you are referring to. Thanks for the video.

[@TimeToGoTravelAndTimepieces]

Excellent review of a great all around G! Thanks for the video. New subscriber here 👍👍

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey, appreciate that and welcome to The channel

[@vincent82486]

Great review, cheers

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@drwindsurf]

Great review Sam. I am looking forward to future reports on the GShock. I have tried wearing watches to the gym and it just feels uncomfortable while I'm working out.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Jeffrey. I feel really odd not wearing a watch. It’s weird. Only one machine I notice the watch on whilst wearing it

[@Soggz7785]

It’s a great watch. It’s my 4th G-Shock too. But sod going to the gym. No need. Just be more active, you know? Go for a walk. Don’t eat rubbish, etc. all the best.😉👍🏾🇬🇧

[@DaltonMirklestein]

Don't be lazy bruv

[@tony2169]

I love G-Shocks for a beater watch I have the 5610 with bull bars that I use for restaurant work.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Yep, I tried to change the bezel using a DW6900 but it didnt go well! Im half considering just putting it up as a failed video! Thanks for watching Tony

[@asababo3422]

Me too, have changed the strap to the 5600's strap. IT perfectly fits to my 6.25 " wrist.

[@MadMaxx1977]

Got this little beast for my EDC watch from Amazon about 3 weeks ago. $76 for tough solar + atomic was a steal. Very easy to read display, too. I replaced the band with a pair of JaysandKays adapters and a 2-piece hook and loop velcro strap. The fit is so much more comfortable than the resin band. My only other watch is a Citizen Satellite Wave GPS Diver (blue version). Excellent video, mate!

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Those adapters for a Nato are a must I think!

[@MadMaxx1977]

@@CasualWatchReviews Agreed! 👍

[@travelswithtrekkers1326]

I just scored that amazon deal also, can't beat it! They are almost sold out now!

[@MadMaxx1977]

@@travelswithtrekkers1326 👍

[@engineer_wannabe]

Great review sir!

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Thanks mate!

[@surfitli]

Nice watch. Personally, I’m a fan of the squares. I wear a DW5600-1E at work. Had it for a number of years with only 1 battery change. I wear this and not a solar version beacause it will be under hard use and will bet scuffed up, no reason to spend more if this is going to happen. The DW5600 is easily replaceable if lost or if something really bad happens to it, usually can be purchased for around $42 US.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Very famous your favorite model, even NASA used it on some of their missions! Maybe I need to add one to The collection!

[@graysinclair6572]

Love the Steve McQueen picture from “Le Mans” behind you. Legendary actor and Motorsport icon wearing what looks to be a Tag Heuer Monaco.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Grey! Yep legend. He was wearing a Heuer Monaco. Long before Tag bought the company. Even though Tag use that picture all the time. He actually wore a Rolex and hanhart watch in real life.

[@graysinclair6572]

@@CasualWatchReviews Thanks much for the reply and technical correction. As a watch guy, I should have known that! Keep up the good work.

[@S-Ltd1000]

I just got one of these via Amazon US. For some reason they are tricky to find in the UK and well in excess of £100 if you manage to find one. I don't get why the packaging is so basic on this model as it's not exactly at the low end of the gshock range. The box on mine was crushed in transit and I got a partial refund bringing the total paid to £70 delivered which is a bargain. These have an excellent feature set for the price with a classic gshock look and not oversized. I did note the strap and swapped bands with my GW5610. This is a better lug to lug fit but I do think the original strap is like that for a reason.

[@Marian1st.]

I’m debating between this watch and GWM5610-1. Which is the better watch?

[@al-knows-nothing]

Good clean review :) I prefer the smaller mid-size GShocks like the GWM5610 to further decrease the size whilst maintaining some chunk :)

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Alex! The only other one I would really like to see is the G-Shock ‘royal oak’ one... the carbon core. That looks really thin... for a GShock. Appreciate you watching!

[@al-knows-nothing]

@@CasualWatchReviews That IS a nice watch, the GA2100

[@herbmerced7780]

I wear a G-SHOCK square in the gym! Great watches!

[@CasualWatchReviews]

I may need to add one of those to the collection!

[@adulapuramakhil871]

does it have auto light feature??

[@TedCornish]

Very nice Sam 👍👍

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Thanks mate!

[@travisharrisphotography]

Nice review. Funny enough I have a Garmin Fenix 6, that I love and use in the gym. But, I want to sell it and go to something more basic (like this). I am also a watch guy, and want to move away from relying on "smart watch" for everything. I miss wearing my Omega and others in my collection. I love the retro look of the classic G-shocks. However.. there is a frustration for gym use and I wanted to point it out here.. I just got the "square" DW 5600-e and this is great.. because it allows the timer to be set for less than 1-min. This is important for rest between sets, and for all of the stretching that I do before / after a workout. It also allows for a repeat timer. It also allows to see the time in the timer / stop watch modes. So, the more basic version of this watch is the DW6900-1v and for gym use, I actually think the features are a better match.. BUT, the looks, and solar aspects of this one (in your review) are much nicer. So, its so frustrating. So, if someone is planning on actually using the functions of the watch for the gym (like stopwatch / timer) than this perhaps is not the best choice. If however they just want a watch to check the time, than its perfect :-)

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Thanks for adding your mini review there!

[@travisharrisphotography]

@@CasualWatchReviews lol, thanks. I still love the watch and going to get it too. It's just too bad Casio did not allow for the same features from the basic model into the nicer one. I think many people would just assume you can set the timer for less than 1min, or have it auto repeat, or to be able to see the current time while in any of thouse screens. Then, when you learn you cant.. it can be frustrating. So, I think the best is to just have both, lol.

[@ryanboyce3365]

Also a good gym watch is the timex ironman triathlon. The stopwatch buttons being on the top of the watch is handy. I also think this watch is great.

[@zerogabz1153]

Will it still work if I live outside those towers you've mentioned? Thanks im advance.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

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[@mlmperez1114]

Swap out the straps with DW 5600 straps game changer it. Hugs my wrist

[@Neo--X]

In my opinion, the tool you've chosen is not suitable for the task at hand. It appears that the primary function you require is that of a stopwatch. Runners typically opt for watches with large buttons specifically designed for timing purposes. For your needs, I would recommend considering the WS-1000H model series. Features such as world time and 200 meters of water resistance are completely unnecessary for gym use.

[@USMC-es4yy]

Have fun installing that Zulu strap!!! Hope you have patience friend..

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hi thanks for watching. I added the Zulu on this watch, I did it a similar way on this rangemen if you wanted to see? kzbin.info/www/bejne/rmiYdaZ6ls9mbsU needs adapters if that helps. If you need help feel free to email me.

[@HarshaVardhan-gb8sz]

Sir does it have auto light option? How to on it

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Im not sure! I think it does but I cant remember. i know the rangeman has

[@HarshaVardhan-gb8sz]

The Casual Watch Reviewer thank you sir

[@charlesnelson447]

Hold down the g light button for 5 seconds and the auto light will come on

[@suratunbegum7506]

@@charlesnelson447 thanks.

[@raymondrichardson6061]

I’m a bit of an old gym warrior too. G Shock perfect for the job. NATOs get a bit whiffy. It would be good to see you fitness goals, and progress. Interesting review thanks Sam.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Ray, yep I can share that for sure. I’m just trying to lose weight around the middle currently. But getting in shape before I hit the big 4-0 would be the ultimate goal. I may do an entirely different channel with my neighbor about my progress and more ‘lifestyle’ type content. Will keep you posted if we ever get that off the ground, we have done a few test shoots!

[@valueink]

Great watch but how useful is it really for exercise? You can only use the stopwatch and timer. A fitness watch like the Garmin forerunner 235 GPS has far more suitable for exercise and it give you a lot of data/feedback. They're both about the same price. The g shock is good as a daily watch because you don't have to recharge it, but that's about it. But you can also use the Garmin as a watch when not exercising. I really struggle to justify purchasing this watch.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Yep and thats fair enough. I dont review smart watches on here, only really mechanical, quarts or the very few digital ones.

[@suratunbegum7506]

I hate smart watches.

[@TinBin-Craig]

nice watch.... cheers

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey Craig! Thanks for watching!

[@emaeder18]

Time to charge the watch

[@ysthanielyu5895]

That is a G-6900 or a GW-6900 not A DW

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Oh good point let me change the title!!! Well spotted

[@johnadams3107]

Sam,get the DW-6900 for 44 bucks.DW means digital watch and has been in production since 1995.everything you need,nothing you do not,its the quintessential G along with the DW-5600E and DW-9025.there is to much going on with the GW example.

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hey John, I really like the idea of the atomic time, so for me it was worth that little extra! But the standard one would work just fine your totally right!

[@TheChico868]

Apocalypse proof

[@CasualWatchReviews]

Hopefully I don’t get to test that 😂😂🤣

[@DaltonMirklestein]

This watch serves no purpose in the gym other than be a tough watch that tells time. Id rather use a basic Garmin that gives me relevant metrics on my workout.

[@180ballybollock]

Casio best watchs going