$100 G-Shock “CasiOak” is the Cheapest Cool Watch You Can Buy

[@watchfinder]

Do you think this is a cool watch? Thumbs up your answer below!

[@watchfinder]

Yes, it’s cool as hell

[@watchfinder]

No, it’s a watch for babies

[@thisoldbelair]

I like this watch and it is likely the only analog g-shock that I’d consider with my 6.65” wrist.

[@BiGbOsS-ch5le]

Pls make a vid on watches under 300 for the more broke viewers

[@sameagle988]

It's a Casio. This was like watching harry's garage extolling the virtues of a Yugo or Gordon Ramsey cooking with Purina.

[@NicoLeonard]

GOD TIER WATCH!!!

[@renhaowu682]

Tought I'd see you hear 🤣

[@oluwatobiogundele218]

😂😂😂

[@alawhie]

🤣🤣 Seriously, this is God-Tier! The most iconic bulletproof beater in the Universe! It's the ONE watch that most of us as collectors would grab for use when Sh*t hit's the fan. That is unless you are Floyd... He'd surely grab his "best in the world" Hublot... Rumour has it he loves it so much, he even uses it on his wrist under the glove during fights to add weight to his wrist... 😬When I heard, I thought "Finally, I have discovered something that a Hublot is good for..."

[@ntokozo-dumakudemoya1065]

GODDD TIERR THE DOGS BULLOCKS

[@who399]

Got mine in red

[@devynkumar1997]

I never thought I'd live to see a watch I can afford on this channel.

[@hlee2]

or one that you can actually buy

[@abiromu]

Imagine how good this watch must be to be featured in a channel of Rolexes, PP, VC, and Lange

[@devynkumar1997]

@@hlee2 that's exactly what I said lol...

[@ridetheapex]

Lol

[@leehazlewoodism]

Just saw one sell on ebay for £52.

[@WatchGeek]

Finally my type of a watch featured here as well 😁😁👍 And a special thank you for the slight nod to my tutorial 😉 I'm glad you found it helpful 👍

[@R023N]

There's only one place to find G-Shock tutorials 😁

[@watchfinder]

I found it helpful, Tom couldn’t hear the beep so it made no sense to him at all!

[@VersedNJ]

@@watchfinder Just do a youtube search, Casio and even better tutorials on how to set specific G-Shocks. After a bit you got it down, till you forget. Some of the better one's automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time, including one's at about $200.

[@WatchGeek]

@@watchfinder 😄😄👍

[@n00dyl69]

it's pretty rare to see watchfinder replay to a comment.

[@spenzalii]

Just goes to show a watch doesn't need to be expensive to be desirable. These sell out almost as soon as they come in stock. Patience is a virtue and I managed to grab one from Casio at MSRP rather than playing the secondary market. I love it.

[@milosilic23]

I scooped mine in a different country because the sellers in mine were selling every piece and had no idea when they will get more.

[@Uchoobdood]

Me too!

[@Uchoobdood]

This sold out so fast

[@tiagocunha4821]

In brazil, this one costs almost 1000 Reais, wich is about 200 dollars. It's cheap there, but expensive as fuck here. Fuck, i hate inflation

[@ShahbazKhan-wq4lj]

I was literally thinking of this watch from past few days, I have never believed that this watch can be reviewed here, this is what love for Watchfinder can do. Thank you. Edit: I finally got my GA 2100 1A1DR. Its absolute pleasure to hold the watch held by talking hands.

[@samudnote]

Same here. I was surprised to see Casio on this channel. Actually, I did a double check that I was watching Watchfinder &Co. Or not when this watch appear on KZbin feed.

[@sakrantyna]

You re not alone

[@stephenlamley541]

I love the fact serous watch people still have time.e for casio. Brilliant.

[@BWB31975]

Both surprised and intrigued that this channel would feature such a watch. Good for you, Watchfinder!

[@ShahbazKhan-wq4lj]

@@fearless189 No IMO, WF is doing fantastic irrespective of what watch they show, this is the exact moto of this channel that stories and inspiration is what matters not show off.

[@babygerald4645]

Got an F-91 in 7th Grade and it was the coolest thing ever. It was the first watch I ever wanted and bought with allowance money. I upgraded to a beefier W-26 a year later. What a great set of features for the price, even back in the late-1980s. Casio deserves respect and it's a treat to see one of their iconic models featured here.

[@betochiwas]

my father bought me a F-91W in a trip to find christmas lights in a small store downtown, I loved it I used to play with the stop watch to get it to .99 sec, I lost it and it was my start to love watches (and clocks for that matter) in general.

[@RichiePaidso]

I've owned this watch for about 9 months now! I loved this watch from the moment I laid eyes on it. So the next step was which colourway to go for. I looked at many reviews online and people were saying how the time on the triple black (featured in this video) was hard to read etc. I'm so glad I didn't let those people sway me and went for this one. I love the all black. Makes it look elegant but serious at the same time. I absolutely love its stealthy look. And it goes with all outfits. One of my favourite watches in my collection. 💯

[@Youser57]

I'm waiting for mine to come in, read lots of comments and reviews about it being hard to read but I hung in there and went for the "phantom black"

[@ElectronicsPeddler]

I always told myself that I'd buy a GA-2100 the day that Watchfinder reviewed it. That day has finally come. The Casioak can now take it's place amongst the most prestigious watches in my collection. Thank you Watchfinder!

[@julienfroidevaux1143]

Why do base your purchasing decisions on some one you have never met ? Buy what ever you like . These high end watch collectors with a Yt chanel , how sincere are they with their gushing' s for this watch ?

[@ElectronicsPeddler]

@@julienfroidevaux1143 Ironic hyperbole, clearly.

[@julienfroidevaux1143]

Me bad , sorry .

[@julienfroidevaux1143]

To be fair they are good at their job , hated Casio growing up ( and I'm a shitter shit watch collector ) now am I considering this model as my first Casio .

[@julienfroidevaux1143]

Do you like this watch op ?

[@mubblemann]

Have to admit, even with IWC and Omega in my collection, I went and bought one of these after watching this video and doing some research. I've had it on my wrist this past week. It's my new workhorse.

[@dasbaniprasad]

The way you describe the watch is really wonderful. As a child of the 70's Casio was very much part of my childhood, and isn't childhood the best part of anyone's life!

[@adeebsattar]

A watch I can afford... On this channel!?

[@theannouncer5538]

BLASPHEMOUS

[@vincentjack735]

Lol. Right

[@LobsterRavioli]

Just bought the blacked out version, I’m in awe of how amazing it looks and fits. It has that feel that you barely notice you have it on, and I like that. I dislike the watches that you know you are wearing, or you don’t feel like anything is on your wrist. This is perfect.

[@jamesbart86]

Well said, my good sir! Since I can’t afford the watches that I really want (yet!), I have kept the dream alive with more affordable alternatives and Casio has been my go to brand to “scratch the itch” . Thank you for showing us this one and could you please include a “lume shot “ for the ones that have any luminescent paint? Very cool watch and still my favorite watch channel. Merry Christmas to you!

[@AndyMccllgh]

Bought the blue/grey version yesterday - absolutely blown away when I tried it on. There’s is something about this thing that is just…elegantly badass.

[@kdubllu]

Went with the all grey, simply love it

[@karlsenula9495]

@@kdubllu that is the version I am going to go for.

[@hathaway.1166]

@@kdubllu I have one-it's absolutely classs

[@kdubllu]

@@hathaway.1166 smooth, sleek, sexy, but “hey don’t take life too serious” type class

[@Arcane_Digital]

This is a big day: this is the first time, I’ve clicked on a Watchfinder video, and it’s featuring a watch that’s currently on my wrist. In a world of Lange’s and Patek’s, I never thought my meager budget would allow such a thrill…but here it is. 😍 Keep up the great work y’all.

[@CyberSammael]

This one was my entry into watch collecting. I had been considering getting into the hobby for a month or two, reading forums, and this one came up. I loved the design, knew I would be getting a quality watch, saw that it was well regarded and appreciated, and it was a price that wouldn't punish me if I decided it wasn't for me. It was. It's already a nostalgic timepiece for me.

[@humorss]

My first watch in 15 years. I think this watch set a high bar for everyday wear. it displays two time at once precisely the 2nd time can be a stopwatch too. I wear much more expensive watch now but I need to force myself from going back to the ga2100. Cause the lightness and array of features just isn't present with mechanical movement.

[@jojogpt]

Casio's Edifice series are some of the best finished watches in the sub $600 range. Great accuracy compared to other quartz movements around the $600 range. Always interesting dial design. And most impressive are the second hand alignment in the Edifices. I love their use of retrograde dials too.

[@jojogpt]

@Art Vandelay Any quartz watch would be. That's unfortunate.

[@sdaafasfad]

My first watch I bought after I started working was an Edifice. Bought it on ebay for £50. That single purchase has led onto a decently sizable collection. I keep the edifice in the same box as my prized watches and I get quizzed on why I do that - without that edifice, I wouldn't have began this hobby!

[@jojogpt]

@@sdaafasfad Similar story for me. I had Casios before my Edifice but the Edifice was the start of my small but growing collection.

[@sdaafasfad]

@@jojogpt it's funny because I'm considering a Grand Seiko as my main purchase in 2022 (finances permitting, of course!) Still going to one of these G Shocks though regardless. I love how you can modify them and change things around. I really like the Royal Oak styled metal casing and bracelets you can get for them!

[@jojogpt]

@@sdaafasfad Congratulations in advance on the Grand Seiko. I wish someday I will be able to afford that. I like to see modded watches but personally I am not a fan of modding my watches, or anything I own. I like them vanilla. Also, the Casioak would one of the few Casio lines that I did not like, primarily because I am not a fan of the AP Royal Oak. I have owned a few G-Shocks and they are awesome. My favorite line is the Master of G. Especially the older models. I have a Mudman and a Rangeman. I am never getting rid of these.

[@darthfalcon4055]

I got olive green version for my 16th Birthday. Always wanted a Gshock and this one was amazing and affordable. It's constantly been on my wrist for about a year now. Even as a 2000's kid I can say that I absolutely love Casio now.

[@nates78]

It took me over 1 year to get this exact watch. I wasn't willing to deal with scalpers, so I was patient. Now its my daily watch and love it every day.

[@MyCUTboyz]

I remember our chat on LinkedIn and asking you to do a Gshock. You did say you were interested in this. Here we are after many months. Good show.

[@SirPedro83]

I was fortunate to pick one up during the pandemic shut down. I had the money just sitting and I kept the shortcut to the website on my phones homepage. I just refreshed every possible time until it was finally available. I pulled the trigger immediately. *sidenote- I never thought I'd see this getting your review. This is great!

[@AVguitarchannel]

You can proudly say you have one watch from this luxury channel

[@tyshig.]

Lol, I did the exact same thing

[@Adestimare]

I'm not a big hobbiest watch guy, but I've been wearing a Casio F-91W for about 10 years and switched to the GA-2100 about a year ago. I wear my watch all the time, for everything, I only take it of like once month to clean it/remove shower/soap residue. I love this watch so much and use literally all the features. Date and Timezones for work, alarm for waking up, stopwatch for sport, timer for cooking, this is as close to the perfect watch as it can be, at least for me.

[@JCDofNYC]

With your closing admonishment to enjoy time while we can, I caught a whiff of sentimentality I never expected to find here. I'm not certain, of course, but I am more and more convinced the Talking Hands genuinely cares about his audience, and not just as potential Watchfiner customers. It gives a very different perspective to his oft repeated appreciation for our subscriptions to this channel. It very well could be he actually reads our comments, and sees in them the genuine affe

[@ak1920]

Can't go wrong with a G shock. Respected by all levels of watch enthusiasts. It would be interesting to see you review a Mr. G- g shock one day for comparison as they can retail for thousands of dollars.

[@superaktiv33]

I Never thought I would be alive to witness Watchfinder cover a watch that I actually own... I'm proud regarding my life choices.

[@wesk7346]

I bought one of those CasiOak metal casing and band kit online and installed it - looks pretty good.

[@MarcosVenti]

Would you share the link please? Any issues with water, yet?

[@jollyjoker6340]

Are those the ones that look like the AP Royal Oak's case? Do you need any special tools or knowledge to do the swap at home?

[@rale94]

@@jollyjoker6340 just check out GM 2100, Casio was quite aware of the hype :)

[@ozyg2000]

@@jollyjoker6340 I have one of those. The only tool you need is a screwdriver and there was one included but it looked so flimsy I used my own. Like PH0-PH00 size. Anyway it's an "undo and redo 4 tiny screws" kind of affair.

[@zackfair711]

Got this Stealth CasiOak at the beginning of 2020. So glad it's getting the spotlight, especially now that they just released the line with metal casing :)

[@WashashoreProd]

I started collecting watches mid-2020 (because what else was I going to do) and the GA2100 was right at the top of my shopping list, but it was impossible to get at the time. I wound up grabbing an Edifice ECB-10, which is slightly bigger than the GA-2100. I have both Casioaks in front of me right now, and it kind of seems like two different design teams were given the same basic mission to create a Royal Oak-inspired watch, and went in wildly different directions. I eventually did get a GA2100 (the JDM Christmas color model), and it's a nice watch, but I gotta admit, the Bluetooth functions on the Edifice make it more of a daily wear choice for me. I do like that they've added a bunch of other models of both G-Shock and Edifice to the octagonal arena, though.

[@jvsky1140]

I have the GA-B2100 and i absolutely love it

[@derekchung1988]

I originally got this because of the metal case mod fever and I wore it with the aftermarket case for some time. Last week I looked at my modded "casioak" on my whist and something just didn't feel right. It had nothing to do with the aesthetics, but something else I couldn't explain, so I decided to change it back to the rubber case and strap. It was until this video that I could finally understand what that was all about, it was a sense of guilt: why did I replace the cheap rubber case and strap to make it look like something that it is not?

[@maxie4937]

this comment makes me doubt my urge to buy modded casioak, argh!

[@espivlogz6307]

where can i get one of the modded ones??? please let me know I've been seeing them and really want one

[@DanRC69]

Couldn't agree more, i did the same with mine (the army green version) and though it looks nice in an all stainless finish, it has lost that 'uniqueness' you get with a g-shock and now seems to have lost its identity. I'm going to go back to the original resin band and bezel as its lighter, more comfortable AND a lot more practical.

[@TheBowerbird]

There's a metal version of this watch that Casio makes and it looks amazing!

[@johnsurfer8212]

this exact same thing happened to me! i'm not a watch guy but still got my first casioak with the metal mod because of the aesthetics. the metal always gets in the way when im typing on my laptop or wearing a shirt so i stopped wearing it. Last week i decided to switch back to the rubber band and it feels right! But now im getting a second casioak and gonna try the metal bezel but with rubber band

[@DavidDatura]

Hurrah! The Casioak finally gets some Watchfinder love! I have two of these (for now) this very model here…the stealthy all-black version and a silver steel capped body version. Love these watches! They sit proudly right next to my other mechanical timepieces inside my watchbox. I might yet still also get the blue steel capped body variation as well as the light grey resin version with the positive LCD display.

[@marinotoko]

I wear casio since I was a kid. This GA2100 is the most rightful choice for me among the rest of G-shocks that I bought before this. It is constantly on my wrist while I also have mechanical & solar powered diver watches. Mine is black version with all white indexes.

[@pradeepdeepu3023]

I can die in peace knowing that I have a watch featured in watchfinder

[@racamon]

Got one almost 2 years ago. I was in first wagon of the hype train back in 2019. Still got it. Love it.

[@rokus6421]

How do you do it every time? In every video?...just the wonderful storytelling and the perfect words that you use to describe one of the things that we all love the most. Whether it be a $100 Casio or a $100,000 Patek Phillipe. Raises the old goosebumps and brings a tear or two to the eye...thank you so much!!

[@ShellShock11C]

I was in the US Army for a long time, but now, I'm into survival and outdoors stuff, I've never been a "watch guy". But for some reason I've had a feeling to get a watch recently. A buddy I served with (who was Special Forces and a total bad ass) recommended this watch to me, he's into watches and all that jazz. Told him what I wanted, and this one was the first thing he recommended. Ordered it a couple days ago.

[@ericcoskun1]

$100 for the GA2100, $50 for the Royal Oak Offshore mod, total $150 and it is now one of the coolest watches in a collection that contains, Submariner, Seamaster, Mille Miglia(Chopard), Corum Regatta, and many others.

[@morten170]

This is funny. Just bought This watch for my self in Christmas gift. 3 hours later you post this video. I really like it, it fits well, looks and feels slim, the rubberband is great. Merry Christmas Mister Talking Hands and all other watch geeks.

[@davidwarburton8890]

Last year I bought 2 swiss automatics; yet this Casioak (mine in blue & earth grey) finds more wrist time than either of the automatics. Not only that, nobody has made a single comment or noticed the Swiss watches. The casio is noticed all of the time. I didn't purchase any of these to have them be noticed by anyone but it is funny that a $100 watch stole the day, or should I say the year.

[@cedharb1899]

I've been watching this channel for a while now and never thought I'd see one of my watches featured. The video popped up and I watched it with the exact same ga2100 all black on my wrist ! Love it

[@andrewdh5566]

Wearing a watch nowadays isn't about telling the time, it's about reminding us to enjoy the time we have, cuz life is short. Am I right folks?

[@sillyhuman...]

Life's short but it's the longest thing you experience.

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

i wear my fitnesstracker to tell myself that I am not a fat ass (bad weather weekends excluded)

[@Daniel-dj7fh]

@@sillyhuman... It's only short for those who don't live the moment. If you only look forward to an upcoming event you'd never have had enjoyed the time up to that point, thus making life seem short.

[@ACBaker67]

If there was ever a sermon for a watch, this review, along with the “altar call” at the end, nailed it. Thanks.

[@Abcxyz-oi4wr]

I bought my CasiOak Skeleton a couple months ago, has barely left my wrist since!

[@seekelnasr]

Just bought the GA2100-VB-1A, my first GShock ever, never thought i would buy one. But as soon as I put it on, I was in love. And the color combination is perfect and cool. Your best video ever. And the advice in the end ❤

[@davidmangrum9556]

I got a red one and put a black steel "Casioak" case/band on it, but eventually returned it to it's original all red form. It's goofy, but fun.

[@JLchevz]

it's great

[@nikk351]

I saw it last year on some site and instantly fell in love with it. I own 3 of them, a yellow one a full gray one (my favourite) and a Black one with grey indices I daily the grey one most of the time, it just fits with everything.

[@mpjdrizzt]

G-Shocks are great "beaters"! As a firefighter, it's definitely my choice for on duty wear. However, the GA 2100 is absolutely worthless at night! The "light" is pathetic at best. If you need a "beater", definitely pick a G-Shock. However, DON'T pick the 2100.

[@APOL1000]

They have another colors with positive display.

[@imagebboy]

My friend bought a $10 Casio at Walmart. He came to my house to hang out and he knows I am a big watch guy. He was ashamed of his Casio and didn't want me to see it, remarking that it's not as fancy as the watch I had on. I immediately shook my head and said NO. Wear that with pride. I love Casio's. I own Casio's. NOBODY can get quality, precision, style, reliability, bottom tier affordability, and usefulness all in one package as well as Casio can. They EXCEL in all categories and it is to be respected. That's why no matter how fancy we get, we still love Casio!

[@hathaway.1166]

YOU sir are a man of absolute classss

[@frankdaneluzzi3503]

Well said, I too believe it's a personal choice to equally love five figure watches as well as three figure.

[@iaido01]

same here. i hate it when close friend feel uncomforable. just qear your watch. i wear what i like. not to impress others or to flex. i love my hamilton almost the same as my speedy

[@md-er2wz]

Exactly, it doesn't need to be expensive to be a well made watch with a great design, even this G-Shock is probably a 80% profit margin from what it costs to make

[@atleti910]

Ashamed of his Casio? How old are you? 16 years? Only an idiot would hide his watch with a friend, or a kid...

[@tarquesh]

My watch live started with Casio, so as a child i was feeling like an astronaut with my Casio on my wrist. Than my mothers watches where so interesting, some didn’t work. I am a snob with my automatics with big brand names on the dial, but i will never dislike Casio.

[@manavpandey1175]

The world is sleeping on Casio Edifice Solar Sapphire. It's too brilliant to not be reviewed by someone. And no one else better in the world than this channel. Please review one! 🙏

[@80_kanon_08]

Ehh, to “sporty” for my taste.

[@manavpandey1175]

@@80_kanon_08 oh ok.

[@mattsstuff5626]

As a fan of AP with no way of buying one, I really enjoyed this video. But I especially enjoyed the message at the end. Profound, thoughtful and simple. Beautiful. Thank you.

[@TalenGryphon]

The only potential complaint I can see with the "CasiOak" is the light function only illuminates the tiny digital screen. This is dissapointing when Casio's $30 Forester has an LED that illuminates the entire watch face. Otherwise it looks pretty neat and I do want one of the red ones

[@jvsky1140]

Threy fixed this issue with the GA-B2100 model

[@balwantpadaki6183]

Loved the watch. And loved your engaging delivery. Bought a little lump in my throat thinking about the old Calculator watch. It was the coolest thing ever. Cheers.

[@nathanielross8232]

Casio got me started on watch collecting over 40 years ago. I still like them. I still can’t figure out how to use all the functions.

[@VersedNJ]

It's like an entry level drug, start on a G-Shock and than you're wearing a Patek. And you're still wearing the Casio too.

[@nathanielross8232]

Casio to Seiko to Breitling. Some JLC, Hamilton and a few others in between. Have a solar powered atomic Casio that’s super cool.

[@Dankboi420]

Reading the manual over and over and trying out every function was the best childhood memory😁😁

[@MB-uw6eh]

After this review I purchased this watch on eBay. I had been eyeing it off for the past few weeks because the design is catching, particularly because it is all in stealth fighter black and I love the irregular rectangle digital display, and the case is the thinnest among the g-shock range at 11.4mm and it is partly made of carbon fibre. $178AU with a $10 discount.

[@davek8386]

This is why I will always love Japanese giants like Casio and Seiko. The quality and price point delivered to a normal human being has always been excellent, while also representing a huge middle finger to luxury market. And I'm all for it 👏

[@VersedNJ]

But a cheap Casio Duro Quartz, the second hand hits the markers and the bezel lines up, all for like $45 with sales tax and delivery. Seen high end quartz watches that don't hit the markers or some not cheap Seiko automatics that bezels don't align, and more than sub $500 ones.

[@davek8386]

@@VersedNJ a colleague who got a Tudor BB58 got an example with a bezel that doesn't line up so those problem exists everywhere.

[@TommyC6-z3n]

I have an old DW5600 that I purchased for maybe 20 or 30 beans in the early to mid nineties. I wore it at work, played ball with it , basically beat the shit out of it and it’s still running. Best times of my life was with that watch on my wrist.

[@barfymann362]

There is a Tiffany & Co Limited Edition coming soon, get your resin moulds ready!

[@stableianF1oracle]

I just bought one in dark green and it’s lovely. Didn’t know about the hype I just thought it was nice that it wasn’t enormous like the other G Shocks. 😊

[@silv3rArrow]

Finally, Casio on this channel ♥️

[@zgSH4DOW]

I was a little skeptical, but I bought this trendy watch and became a believer It doesn't feel too robust or rugged, but it looks and feels great. Supremely comfortable and appropriate in any occasion. Not a fan of blackout watches, but the GA2100 does it tastefully

[@steveh7102]

Dearest Mr Talking Hands, it’s very touching you said “without you, I’d be doing something boring”. The hilarious thing is that the rest of the world thinks us watch nerds are already boring. We all know different though don’t we 😉

[@halidagil8770]

I purchased the CasiOak light grey version like 3 days ago for 75 dollars! Beautiful and surprisingly lightweight.

[@vajdanamal]

This watch is actually a gem in our time. thank you for featuring it dude!

[@desertratedc9596]

The first watch I ever purchased was a casio MRW200H dive style watch and I adored that watch. Later when the battery died I purchased a G-100 G-shock. I still have the G-100 but I just upgraded to the GA-B2100 not even knowing I was picking up a legendary icon.

[@mightbesherwood1313]

As the owner of a Casio digital and a GSteel, I have to say I was underwhelmed by this in person. Could be the monochrome look, but it looks like a rubber mold of a real watch. Like the scene in Snatch where he spots "REPLICA" on the gun.

[@ndadson]

The GSteel models are quality items indeed and I enjoy mine. I’m tempted by the Casioak, but I have a thing for the square GShocks.

[@TheForresterOD]

I could smell this video. Takes me back to prep school and my first G-Shock. Thanks for the trip down memory lane

[@ragtag27]

Finally a watch is covered in this channel that I actually own 😂

[@AaronSchwarz42]

When I was 7 years old (in 1990) my then best friend Matt Mayo's mom Carol gave me a CASIO watch that she purchased at COSTCO, with a black resin strap & polymer yellow frame & face within which a small rectangular B&W LCD displayed the time. The original lithium manganese dioxide primary battery (CR2032) kept it running until I was 21 yers old! I wish I still had it!

[@dunderhay9169]

Great to see a review of a Casio, but personally I think Vostoks are cool and most are cheaper than £100. Any chance of a Vostok review? 😁

[@adibee88]

I'm so happy I subscribe to your channel, you truly create some of the best wrist watch related content! Thank you for covering this watch. no doubt, it is a lineup for next purchase! Timex, Casio and Seiko are loved childhood brands. I am currently basking in '80s glory! I recently found my boyhood dream watch, Casio Data Bank! for less than half a tank of gas, I get to relive my boyhood memories, on wrist. Your Channel, like Life, is Great!

[@hathaway.1166]

OH MY GODDD I CAN"T BELIEVE THISS!! YOU FINALLY MADE A VIDEO ABOUT THE CASIOAK!! I AM WEARING ONE RIGHT NOW!!! Edit: That little story at the end of the video is so...wow...

[@AntiHamster500]

Bought my Casio AQ-S800W-1B2V 10 years ago and it's still running strong. I was so careful buying a watch with my limited paycheck back then. Needed something strong, packed with time features, and a low profile so I can reach inside of PCs with ease for my job as an IT technician. Plus it's solar powered.

[@alphacause]

If you want the perfect amalgam of nostalgia, functionality, and rugged durability, look no further than a Casio. Its a watch brand that emphasizes practicality but does not achieve this utility by sacrificing what makes a watch fun. In a hobby where exorbitant prices, status, prestige, and all things pretentious tend to many times overshadow the joy of watch collecting, going back to the reliable Casio reinvigorates the childlike wonder and curiosity that got us into watch collecting in the first place.

[@tejasvaze5659]

This was so nostalgic, almost brought tears to my eyes. Watchfinder, next I want to see the G-5600 / GMW B5000 / any of the quintessential squares on this channel. Can't wait for that one!

[@andreizamfira]

At least Casio doesn't sell "tradition" (like the big names do) ... it sells the actual watch.

[@andreasbuder4417]

Damn, this video got me. You know, what I absolutely love about your videos? This beautiful, classy Asahi Pentax MX with the 50mm 1.7 lens. I started my whole photographic journey with 50 bucks spent on a Pentax Me and a K 55 / 1.8 lens. I will forever be greatful for this experience. And I also started my journey with a Casio G-shock for my confirmation, as a present from my uncle. This video really got to me. Thany you!

[@drfat]

English is my second language so this might come out wrong. The last part is really heartbreaking. It reminds me to appreciate what i have and not take it for granted. It also reminds me that our time here is short, and, before you know it, you already lost something forever. As a man in 30s with aging parents, that 1-minute story struck me more than I could ever anticipated.

[@melonbee3838]

Nostalgia, I am 13 I don't have much of it, but getting a G-shock as a gift when I was 7, it did record my fastest sprints, all the sports I do and how I asked my girlfriend out, still wear it to this day and is wearing it right now

[@UnReaLgeek]

I had a casio as a child. Then it got taken away because "it was distracting me". Then I went for cheap quartz pocketwatches, and could never get batteries that worked (and they got taken away because "your watch is distracting you"). And now, at just shy of 30, I'm starting again - with a Vostok. Casio is going to come later. Eventually.

[@ivancaldrer8587]

I walked by a jewellery shop while on vacation and saw it. Asked the owner if I could try it on my wrist. The moment she grabbed it from the stand I knew I wanted it 😁. Love it

[@moicai4682]

Got the first watch being a casio in grade 5, now after 8 years, no battery replacement and it's still the most reliable thing to me

[@bretnickerson8555]

hey, been having some depression today, this video really cheered me up. thanks.

[@MrQuocanh80]

Was not expecting the coda at the end. Beatifully put.

[@MilanNikolic96]

I got the classic red one, its such a fashion statement, sticks out like a sore thumb no matter what I wear, and I dont have to be afraid of occasional bumps. Probably my most impulsive purchase, considering im broke, but never regretted getting it two years ago

[@ohxishxitsxdavid]

I just gave this watch to my dad, sister, and brother-in-law for Christmas. I never thought I’d see it reviewed on this channel.

[@wesleywalker1594]

These G Shock GA 2100s have a wide ranging appeal. They've been favorably reviewed on at least a dozen watch channels including those that normally review high end watches. I have this model the gray and the skeleton version. Oison on the Timeless Watch channel got the stealth model as a gift and he thought it was the coolest g shock he'd seen. I like them they're cool and you can just grab them and go.

[@HoopleHeadUSA]

Agree. Why I now own 3 in black, grey and clear! And got a few of my friends to pick one up as well. Amazing watch

[@r.o.1330]

.....noted you folks are splashing in an affordable watch every once and awhile. please keep this up as there are a plethora of interesting and well built affordable watches for the common man. enjoyed this segment......and i might pick one of these up in the new year!

[@williamtran6295]

Got this as an early Christmas present from my mum and holy I have never been so happy with a Christmas present ever

[@Sandipan_Naskar]

Your video is amazing as always but the last part was heart touching 💙🥺

[@signalvideo1]

Nice review. I experienced the same as your cameraman. At the tender age of 60 I thought the watch was defective. My kids are like, we hear it beep, sadly I could not. After, going to a quiet environment and holding it to my ear, I was able to train my hearing at close range. I am able to hear the alarm clock from sleeping. Now, if only my eyes could see those tiny letters 😂

[@PipoBk]

My first watch was a Casio, and the first reason why I got into a school fight as a classmate tried to steal mine God’s willing, I’ll pick up mine tomorrow. The Transparent SKU

[@am-sp9wj]

I have a SANDA brand clock. In this case, the fake beats the original product. The hands of the watch are prettier and shine more. It has an additional display and a louder alarm.

[@liudizzle]

I just picked one up at my local watch store with the orange accents, my first G-Shock and seriously the coolest watch I've owned!

[@ANg-yz1zl]

Still rocking the nostalgic F-91w with green bezel version, except it is smaller on the wrist now. Plus, you can still get it brand new for $15.

[@BatCountryAdventures]

LOL. I had no idea what the Royal Oak is until I chanced upon this. Always been a massive G-Shock fan so I was oddly attracted to this massive antithesis of the typical thick, bulky, bright and loud timepiece that is the norm for the G-Shock lines. You can wear this light, thin and it disappear into your sleeve while retaining all the robustness of G. This is my beater or for meeting friends who despise fancy watches. It's just fantastic to have this weird blank black negative-space placeholder where a watch should be. :D

[@scottlawton9459]

Please do the metal GM-2100! I own four GA/GM-2100s and they’re amazing. The GM deserves its own video.

[@dtm4trix]

Hysterical, that I got one last week....was a little shocked to see it in a video a couple of days later...👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@tdwf1]

I've bought so many GA-2100 variants -- this stealth model, the black with white indices, blue "Hidden Coast", black with 80's neon highlights, a black and a white "mini" casioak, but the one I wear daily is the skeleton/"jellyoak" GA-2100SKE-7AER. I've always loved translucent watches, despite knowing that it will eventually yellow. Because like you said, time is short. Might as well enjoy it in all its translucent glory. I can always swap out the strap or dye it another colour when it goes yellow..

[@teslapete4461]

yep i have several ga2100 & gs2100 in the g-shock section of my collection. along with rolex, tudor, nomos, girard perregeaux & cartier to name a few others in my 30 something piece collection. lol, love these things.