Update: The Best G-SHOCK, GWM5610u and GW6900

[@WatchGeek]

Thanks for the mention and very kind words!! 😁👍 Also, love your videos! Recording and editing style is out of this world!

[@YoureTerrific]

The man himself!

[@techultron_etron]

@@YoureTerrific YO bro can u do a video on ga -100 pls 🥲🥲

[@dudN8R]

...for me

[@techultron_etron]

@@dudN8R YH

[@jesseronie307]

😮😮

[@MDchaz]

I love how G-Shock still makes classic versions of their watches along with their more creative colorways.

[@stuffandwhiskey]

The 6900 series was my first G-Shock ever, in high school circa 1999. As much as I love the 5600 series, there’s massive charm to the massive side of the 6900 series.

[@jesusgarcia9351]

5610U also shows current time in timer and chrono modes. Something that was missing in previous version.

[@YoureTerrific]

I didn't realize that!

[@derekwalter4238]

Gotta agree with you here. My top three g shocks are the gw-5000, the gw-6900 and the ga-b2100. You get a little bit of everything with that combo. The screwdown case back made in japan fancy gw-5000, the casual comfortable beater in the 6900 and the lightweight bluetooth ana-digi piece that is the 2100. As much as I love all of them, I find myself wearing the 6900 more often than anything

[@bbb1985]

I had the 5610 at first and then tried on the 6900 which I prefer more as well. Both are great to their own but I personally think 5610 has that classic look and 6900 with its sporty look.

[@chriscole5658]

I collect watches from $15 Casio Databank to $7,800 Omega Seamaster 300M Chronograph, and I will tell you G-Shock is a favorite of mine to collect, but a real rabbit hole when it comes down to models and colors and functionality!

[@m.halcyon5772]

Another cool feature of the GWM5610u, not sure if it was on the previous GWM5610, is that no matter which mode you are in, if you press and hold the mode button for 2 seconds, you hear a double beep and the screen returns to the standard time screen, darn useful.

[@zeminem35]

This function is available on a lot of other g shocks. I have a gbd200 and a Casioak and both have this

[@andyplace1785]

I have 2-3 luxury pieces but to be honest this 5610 gets the most wear time. Absolutely love it

[@arturgarncarz3631]

Same here 😂

[@folksurvival]

2-3? You don't know if you have 2 or 3 exactly?

[@DH-og5yr]

@@folksurvival He doesn't know if his khaki is luxury,

[@theannouncer5538]

@@DH-og5yr in taste, I’d say yes😂

[@adebisi27]

Ugly

[@cdeaker]

My first G-Shock was a GWM5610-1ER. Still wear & like it. My only other G-Shock is a GW-5000U-1JF - more supple strap, screw down caseback & stealth looks

[@wescobts]

What an amazing video, my life has been fulfilled !!! Seriously, My favorite watch of all time is the G-Shock GW6900. I'm wearing it as i write this Magna Carta of KZbin reviews. I was born long before 1995, so my words are weighted and true. Yes, on screen dual time, also i like 3 letters instead of two when displaying what day i am currently experiencing. The auto light (when i flick my wrist... to be cool after dark) I have sported the watch since 2017 and have not always been kind to it. It has been a great watch and it really has some nice battle scars. Again a great video, looking forward to your next one, be safe.

[@SingleTrackMined]

Very good video. I love my 5610. It is perfect for what it is - a zero maintenance time/timing piece. You gotta love G-Shocks!

[@samnathan2709]

I bought a 5610 on your (and others) recommendation. Luckily I unknowingly bought the new version. Great watch and I wholeheartedly agree that it’s objectively the best watch money can buy, for me.

[@YoureTerrific]

Oh good, I'm glad I made that video years after I bought the watch.

[@samnathan2709]

On a random side note, I didn’t want to ruin my 5610 at work as I have a manual job (defies the point I know). So I bought an f-91w as they’re cheaply replaceable if damaged. Obviously it’s an icon, even with normies. But I’m surprised how much I like it from a purely watch nerd perspective, has everything you need and nothing you don’t, and an awful backlight.. quite amazing considering the design brief would’ve been: make it cheap

[@makenomistake_mynameisjeff8731]

"John Mayer Hodinkee whatever-the-fuck editions" 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@michael1882yt]

The 6900 is my goto go anywhere watch, that I always grab and throw on when I’m just doing…stuff. She’s no oil painting, but it’s as tough as nails and oh so reliable.

[@simonyu8838]

Thanks to this video, I just ordered a GWM5610u variant. I wanted a cheap beater travel watch to pair with my recently received Grand Seiko Mistflake and some of the updated features of the G-Shock module really tickled my fancy

[@krishnam5217]

Good for you. One day I'll buy a gs

[@richardm2661]

The 5610 is my only watch that random strangers have asked me about, it’s a cool design

[@SteveFWatches]

Brighter screens are a nice touch but I also prefer the classic green. That green light is what we were raised on. Maybe this will make the original 5610 more collectible. the new one also has the best display for world time

[@khazelnut]

agree, would be perfect if the U version have the green lume. I picked the old one because of the lume.

[@folksurvival]

It's not green, it's blue.

[@RHH911]

Well you sold me on the 5610u, ordered when I first saw this video and just received it today in the mail. Absolutely love it, my first G-Shock and it’s so cool! And I got it at a 50€ discount, lovely

[@alekies]

If the alarm function is very important to you, then a 5600 lithium model will work better, as the battery has a slightly stronger "kick" to it, will beep louder and for 20 seconds long, instead of 10 with solar model, which is quieter in comparison. I have solved the conundrum by getting a few of each kind 😅

[@Deb-yb7iw]

Absolutely brilliant. I enjoyed every minute of this. Your sense of humour in it made me chuckle too. Best wishes from the UK. Deb

[@nabilsh]

Your production keeps getting better and better.

[@Crybotenabled]

I just got both of these around new year and can't get over how much I love them. Can't go wrong with either. I ended up upgrading to the GW-5000 as my daily watch. I definitely don't have a problem establishing an emotional connection to either of these. We'll be going on a lot of adventures together.

[@DennisC_X]

“Best” does not exist in this dojo, does it???

[@NeoWahNah]

Haha! Facts!

[@folksurvival]

@@NeoWahNah The correct reply would have been: "No Sensei!"

[@burnikshrapnel]

Just got my own GW6900 a week ago. I totally agree with your assessment. Can't stop looking at the damned thing 🤣

[@ChristianL93]

I just got the 5610U and I love it 🥰 especially because of all the different differences that are so different 😆😆

[@filipesousa9990]

Not showing the home time in both chronograph and timer modes is a huge drawback of the GW-6900, though.

[@bingoberra18]

I´ve had my two GW-6900´s for some years now, a black one and a white one. Really like them in all conditions but in the office where theyre a bit bulky for the cuff. I mostly use my black one for the tougher jobs like building on the house or fixing the car.

[@KidAMRadio]

I've noticed the only downside to the 6900 is sometimes wearing it with sleeves. I don't often wear sleeves so it's not much of an issue. Most of my cuffs actually fit it but yeah a typical "dress" shirt probably not.

[@drdesign6886]

One of the best features of the 5610 is the auto backlight when you lift your wrist to check time. No need for button at all.

[@Jeriicho]

The GW6900 has this feature as well.

[@localgearhead]

I do love the GW-5610U but lately i tried the GW-5000U and it feels so great

[@SpartanModeYT]

What's the differences between them?

[@localgearhead]

@@SpartanModeYT the GW-5000U has all the same Funktion but a Screw Back Case and a nicer feeling Resin Strap. It costs double tho.

[@sharkskin3448]

Of all the model experimentation Casio has attempted, I believe the 5 button, round G-Shock was the first true improvement to the Square original. Loved the vid!

[@BLR653]

I find the 5610 to be utter perfection. It is just so darn comfortable to wear it’s a classic. I also have a Rangman and find it clunky. This looks like a great option as well! Like you I have many expensive watches by G-Shocks are still super cool!

[@vesselinkrastev]

I've been enjoying the GW-B5600. It's my first G-Shock. I have another radio controlled watch and it's a cool feature but, where I live, I have to place it in a very specific spot in my apartment so it can receive the signal. The B5600 syncs with my phone via Bluetooth so I can sleep with it and it will still receive the signal. And it still has traditional Multi Band 6 as a backup.

[@benwilkinson45]

My favorite G Shock of all time is the GW9400-1 Rangeman. It has all the functions with a great layout and logical interface. The 6900 (shown in this video) is my 2nd favorite and then the 5610U square. Thanks for the great video. Subbed.

[@joshuakaplan5726]

I absolutely love my blue John Mayer DW6900. I prefer it over my 3 casioaks. Great choice!

[@YoureTerrific]

It's really charming.

[@lucacadianalbert]

It's no surprise that I'm a big G-Shock square guy but I do have a 6900 in my collection and love it very much - even more so because it was a gift form a dear friend. Been thinking about adding another one to my collection. Nice to see your G-Shock collection grow!! 🤙

[@dultanur]

You never have enough G shocks. Just not enough room to store them :P

[@lucacadianalbert]

@@dultanur tell me about it 🥵

[@folksurvival]

Why is it no surprise?

[@Otreblarioma1]

I have this 6900 and a G5600E and I love them both. Also I'm a big fan of WatchGeek, great content.

[@HardiHolpus]

Are these suitable for sauna? 100% humidity 100°C

[@leepenney6104]

I own a 5610, with no desire to own more G-Shocks, but I see a YoureTerrific vid and I click

[@TeddyBoy7796]

What is your wrist size? Also, what is the best G-Shock? cheers.

[@mikes41720]

Right after I picked up the GW5000U as my first ever square Gshock! Great video!

[@stardomee]

I had the 6900 and replaced it with the 5610U. The one thing I miss is the front button for the light that the 6900 has, so much easier to turn it on at night to check the time if I happen to wake up. I'm struggling to do the same with the 5610U, the button for the light is on the side and much harder to press

[@diamondderek848]

5610u activates light on a flick of the wrist. Hold light button until LT is showing in display. Only activates with flick of wrist when you are in the dark. love mine.

[@stardomee]

that's a cool feature I never thought of using before, I've just tried it and it works fine, thank you!

[@diamondderek848]

Your welcome. The light on duration can also be set 1-3 seconds in settings.loads of YT vids on how to set up.

[@ImTheDudeMan471]

I have a Saturday grocery shopping routine (large US city) where all the best stores are in the sketchy parts of town. My go-to Saturday watches are the 5610 and the 6900👍

[@yogiyoda]

I'm disappointed in the screen quality, buttons and alarm volume on the gwm5610u and gw6900. My favorite G is the gd350-8. Thought it was ugly and too big before trying it on. But it has incredibly rugged good looks in person. Not too big on my seven inch wrist. Very comfortable despite the size. Beautiful screen, super bright backlight, easy to use buttons, great countdown timer, useful vibration alarm. If you can handle the size and don't mind changing a battery once every few years, it's worth checking out in person But my favorite Casio is the AE-1200 Casio Royale

[@Luebke2773]

What's your problem with the screen quality?

[@yogiyoda]

@@Luebke2773 - much hard to read than my gd350 or my Garmin Instinct or even my ae-1200. I found a gwm-5610u on sale for $72 and ended up returning it

[@Luebke2773]

@@yogiyoda Ah, you talk about negative display?

[@yogiyoda]

@@Luebke2773 - no, had a positive display. It's just not as good as the other models I mentioned

[@Luebke2773]

@@yogiyoda OK, hard to believe. I have the 5610u since a few days and like the crisp display. The only thing I must say, the watch could be 50 % bigger. My old eyes have problems to read. I will have a look at the 350

[@tomkang9272]

This watch hasnt left my wrist since i got it a few years ago. The best is when the first layer of rubber wears off and the black layer starts showing . Once you go multi band 6 solar you dont want anything less.

[@StevanOutdoor]

Being a long time survival instructor it's not surprising that G Shock is the outdoor and travel watch for me. Having way to much of them already (all solar) including the GWM5610 and GW6900 still recently bought the GW5610U. After watching videos decided I do not like the color of the new backlight but do like the rest of the extra futures as you mentioned. So I bought it as my last G Shock as I always promise myself or should I say excuse myself. ;) I love the square but having thicker wrists the wristband is a bit on the short side for me. The wristband on the GW6900 might be the same size but having a bigger case still gives me more room on the wrist. So those two are my favorite for sure.

[@shbmsrto]

I have the GW6900 with solar, it's amazing and the best in my opinion 👌🏿

[@TheShotenZenjin]

I have a couple of g shock squares. I love their look and functionality, but there is a downside for me. The side buttons are just too small, requiring them to be operated by a fingernail rather than a thumb or forefinger. This operation can be finicky and sometimes an annoying hit-or-miss affair.

[@claudiorossini-ii3hd]

Please try the w800h , not so good as a gshock , but perfect side buttons 😊 .

[@RamaP94]

Please review the GW-5000U You're gonna love it more

[@ElProfeMoto]

I have the gw6900 paired with a Vario seat belt strap and black buckle. Oh boy, it looks wonderful.

[@pizza.doctor]

haha, I have my date and month switched on my G Shock. Loved that when they introduced it in the metal squares. My European eyes are grateful

[@SimulationNPC]

I have had a Casio F-105 for several years now and it has been through a lot. I treat my watches as tools for keeping time, and never baby them. I have realized however that my rough-and-tumble lifestyle has delivered an inordinate amount of abuse to the poor thing. Ive decided to order a 5610 for a slightly more rugged build and retire the 105 for honorary light use. I dont want to destroy the thing after all. Thanks for clarifying the the light difference on the U model. I prefer the old style light!

[@ronnienes]

I got the GW6900 recently, having already bought a newer DW6900 (the lume dial one). Having had the newer one, I never understood why you thought it would be hard to wear on a

[@travisharrisphotography]

Great work, great video and great personality! I have both as well and love them both. The 5610U just showed up the other day, so that is the one I am crushing on ATM. But, the 6900 is great too, even tho I have tiny wrists, LOL.

[@YourSoulDriver]

Nice video. This year I bought the DW-6900NASA237. I really like it. But, just as you, I discovered the GW-6900. And this video improves the chances I'll be getting it.

[@jackdavis7438]

I agree. I got the powder blue John Mayer, it sat in its box for awhile. I didn’t plan to wear it, just wanted to hold it and eventually sell it. But I found myself drawn to it. Haven’t been able to take it off this month. I love it so much

[@stewartlogan9894]

I was looking at the GWM5610 earlier in the week but wanted more time zone functionality, so I decided to pass. Then this drops and I’ll be buying a GWM5610u in the very near future. You deserve a commission from Casio.

[@steffenkawa8374]

i hope they changed the buttons a little i sended my 5610 back. You literally have to use finger nails to reach them or roatate your thumb. My rangeman has pretty stiff buttons but at least you can press them.

[@shaunaharam6202]

Your video’s keep getting better and better. Keep it up!!

[@MrGeirSteinar]

Great video, I could watch quality G-Shock content like this for a month, at least if that month was January.

[@simptrix007]

GWM5610u has option of doubled duration of the backlight! Got positive OG and negative newer module. While I prefer the look of backlight of the original I cant read time from 1,5s of backlight in pitch black.

[@TheBurritoLord]

Is it me or is the display worse on i.e. less sharp on the GWM5610u?

[@7775Kevin]

No, it’s better

[@nizammahmadi2963]

I think I will get myself a DW6900 as my first G-Shock. Size wise for my 7 inch wrist it isn't much bigger than the 5600 and tempered glass screen protector and other accessories for 6900 is much more readily available in my country.

[@IQof2]

I never liked the cluttered dial of a g-shock. I’m glad people like them though. The idea of appreciated a cheap product done well is a really nice sentiment. I only wish there were some time of Bauhaus G-shock 🤔

[@HLi-eu5er]

Not al dials are the same. The GW-B5600MG has a cleaner dial than the redt.

[@rbgilder]

GWM5610u was my Xmas gift to myself. I love it compared to my Casioak. The time sync allows me to ignore those pesky tiny menus. But also pleasantly surprised by the simplicity of the World Time function and setting my default location. It’s terrific.

[@anyanon434]

Brilliant, as always. By the way, there is the Casio W-214H, the beautiful little gem. I call it best for me. Because of unique one-button activated countdown timer! Simple, genius and super handy, unlike all the other watches I've tried. Also resembles the 6900 a lot: shape, three eyes, the big center light button, but in a smaller package. No solar battery, radio sync or time zones, but they're not essential for me.

[@deech2086]

Second the 5000U. Also into the DW290-1V these days.

[@YoureTerrific]

Like that design.

[@fkraft92]

I'm very partial to the 9400 Rangeman. It was my first ever G-Shock and in my opinion the best looking watch in the lineup.

[@johnvelas70]

I was born/raised in Pennsylvania, went to Catholic grade school. We were taught to write day month year. Why you ask? Because if someone asks you the date, you say it is the 21st. The 21st of what? the 21st of January (hopefully they know the year). But anywhosis... An Amish friend wants to know if this would stand up to dairying/sawmill work for his friend?

[@mlmperez1114]

I have small wrist. I love my gw5610. It’s a perfect fit. I recently purchased the gw6900 awesome watch I replaced the straps with dw5600 straps now the gw6900 hugs my wrist just like gw5610. The lug to lug under 49mm

[@KevinHuangPhasorQuantaG]

Your video on the GWM5610 made me buy it, now I swear this video will make me buy the GW6900 too😅

[@Liam-sx9dv]

I've been trying to decide which of these two to pull the trigger on, and now I think I've come to a decision. Thanks for the comparison.

[@Luebke2773]

Which you choose?

[@Liam-sx9dv]

@@Luebke2773 I went with the GW6900 and I'm very satisfied.

[@ajcallaway123]

Been down the same rabbit hole as you. Love my 5610, childhood nostalgia, but got a 6900 and love it, same nostalgic vibes. They get a lot of wrist time and far more than more expensive 'nicer' watches. Great video, thanks!

[@Sam_D]

I finally bought my first Gshock and it's the new Casioak (Gab2100). Basically It's an illegible watch cause I got the black "stealthy" one but I kinda like it, or the Internet tells me I should like it, or maybe I need some approval! Am I part of the G-ang now?! Got it? Or should I try harder next time?

[@KidAMRadio]

I wear the GW6900 more than the 5610U myself as well. No idea why since it would seem that I would wear the 5610 more. I just think the 6900 looks better and is a little more functional. I especially like the buttons better.

[@vokso11]

All digital G shocks should give us the possibility to change the date format.

[@claudiorossini-ii3hd]

...and the day written in three letters instead of two😊.

[@HLi-eu5er]

I can recommend the GW-M5600. It has a 1000h stopwatch and current time is shown in several modes. Personally I like it more than the GW-M5610(U). And also available in white...

[@BigBeardedBubba]

It’s the best world time/radio watch besides the 5610U (I also love it but gave it to the wife as I have 8.75” gorilla wrists. I think the GD350 in grey is actually the best G Shock and to me fills and updates the tacticool gap left by the 6600.

[@SpoofyJuliani]

I’ve got an Apple Watch 7, an Iron Man, a Seiko automatic, and a few more. Everyday I wear the 5610.

[@Perkeletricksterservantofrher]

gw 6900 is the most perfected g shock ever conceived.

[@fabiandee8178]

The GW-6900 looks cool (with the wider strap not the default skinny strap), is lighter than the original and has a useful timezone feature on the main screen but it is really annoying not to have the time displayed in the stopwatch and countdown modes. So if I wasn't going to use any of the functions at all and I'd upgraded the strap I'd wear this over a DW-6900, but overall, no, which is why I sold mine after a few months. Can't argue with the module in the GW-M5610U though, but I'd rather have a GW-S5600U for the same price as both of those watches you have.

[@kaks1870]

Currently wearing my 5610 and recently managed to bag the 6900 PT1 but… the classic 6900 in your vid is something else… yeah, will be bagging one very soon!

[@emersonsitorus1136]

The dw 6900 is it has auto light? like when we tilt our hand. I found it a very useful feature..

[@TeddyBoy7796]

Great video, I love the info and the sarcastic humour made me laugh out loud, brilliant 😂😂

[@frankkarp6736]

Thank you for being honest For me is an excellent way to describe a watch or anything for an individual

[@dgross2009]

I have a few gshocks but in my opinion the best is the cheapest battery square which can be had for around $40. Takes a beating and not much invested if broken. Easy to change the battery when necessary and no worries about satellites and Bluetooth connectivity. Looks the same as the expensive squares without the extra cost

[@Isaac-gh5ku]

I am honestly hoping that the next iteration of the GW-6900-1JF will use LED backlight instead of Electroluminescne (not to say that EL is bad, I still love it ever since when I was little), and maybe replace the Multi Band 6 with Bluetooth.

[@FourIntoOne]

Probably the best watch on the planet. I am just G shocked at how good they are.

[@YoureTerrific]

You're going to Horology Hell for your use of the word "best".

[@LaFritePerreGoat]

G shocked 😅😅

[@EffendiChung]

I have the G6900, which is a GW 6900 without the multiband 6, its awesome, love the chunky design and its really that much cheaper. I got mine at $60, cant beat that.

[@williammcmillion1796]

U mean the dw6900?

[@EffendiChung]

@@williammcmillion1796 Nope, G6900. Its the same with GW 6900, with tough solar, just without the multiband 6. I have my DW6900 too, but I love the G6900's module much better.

[@christopherbazaka1564]

6:31 but how come when I say my watch has a little pee on it it’s “unhygienic” and “sir this is a wendys” ??

[@jason_jay3868]

Fun video, your writing is really enjoyable, choice of music, shots, editing…Tell you what, you’re videos are the best…for me.

[@YoureTerrific]

This is the way.

[@aritzartetaerviti2665]

Great video as always! I have The square GW-5600S with a carbon strap. Amazing watch.

[@Pillokun]

I own the GW6900, at least it looks like that. But mine is about 30years old or so but the body have a crack straight over the middle of the front and I dont know why because it has been stored in a drawer for at least 25 years. Need a new body for it.

[@GXF2695]

Best watch youtuber/content creator... For me.

[@YoureTerrific]

Nicely done

[@clintlanier8534]

I thought the same way until I bought the GW 5000u. That is the best g shock :)

[@freeatlast1963]

I reckon you'll come back to the square eventually - although I've never owned this watch - I believe those spinning eyes are mostly decorative. - though I've used an 8900 and felt the same was as you seem to feel about the 6900. Thick Gshocks are too cumbersome for me, they get snagged on cupboard doors, gaps etc and are a ding magnet, (that's why my GD350 gets so little use).

[@jon97athan]

Im a typical skinny asian with relatively small wrist (15.5cm) but the m5610u is not bulky, sits just noice on my wrist. First ever gshock, i hope this is the only one i would ever need Going to wear this everyday for work, got a casio A158Wa for casual and semi formal

[@pulomapanda1632]

"I did some internetting" is going to be my go to quote from now Also, must be nice to have a wrist size to rock that GW6900

[@YoureTerrific]

It has its pros and cons. Pro: I can wear the watch. Con: I cannot shimmy through a cooling duct during a takeover of Nakatomi Plaza.

[@pulomapanda1632]

@@YoureTerrific 😂

[@Stanjara]

@@YoureTerrific Or escape the country in a Samsonite luggage.

[@pulomapanda1632]

@@Stanjara You, my friend, drive a hard bargain

[@Stanjara]

@@pulomapanda1632 Nissan CEO, the legend. :)

[@Everydaykaen]

6900 is my first gshock but now I'm very fond of the gwm5610u

[@kevinkohler2750]

Do you have a favorite G-SHOCK with analog hands? I like a watch I can read without reading glasses!

[@JMK15]

Voice was a slightly annoying until 4:34. 😂