I wore a G Shock my entire enlistment in the Navy. I was an F18 Technician. On a flight deck more hours than I can count. Never had a single issue. Never needed a battery, or winding. Gathered it's time automatically. All for $100 or less. Still have that watch. The band is long gone, but the watch still works like the day I bought it.
@@Inferno45 the watch I speak of I wore in 2006 or so. And purchased on base. In that economy it happened lol. Nice SS. I have one just like it. Same color even. Cheers.
I’m hoping for a GM 2300. 🤞🏼 🤞🏼🤞🏼But 24mm? Why Casio why?! And yes, my OCD is unfortunately that strong. Looking forward to the full review! Dark brown for the win for me. 👍🏼
I've been running lug adapters on all my gshocks for years now. Having multiple bands allows me to get home and easily swap my muddy working nato for something more clean and casual without having to fight the springbars back into place after a long day.
Thanks for the mini-review! I like that they've incorporated standard lugs into the watch, but I agree, they should have gone with 20mm or 22mm lugs so they could make them a little narrower so the lugs wouldn't flare out that far (in addition to being able to use straps in our current collecttions). Looks a little weird to me. My eyesight sucks, and these are unreadable for me. And I'm not a fan of that giant X on the dial. Nice watch, but I'll probably stick with my GA-2100.
Thanks for sharing Dave. In my opinion tiny negative display is a no go for me , the indices color should match with the hands as it's increase the legibility. So i still stick to my old rangeman👌
I almost thought those lugs were flexible. I still think positive displays are the way to go, and I'm betting a solar / Bluetooth model will follow next year.
Perhaps an unpopular opinion, but I much prefer the dial design of the 2100 series. I'm not a fan of that chunky 'X' shape in the center, and the two digital displays at 3 o'clock and 6 o'clock look even less legible in this all-black colour variant than those in the all-black GA- and GAB2100 series. But those NATO straps are really cool! Cheers, //Rick
Love the design, there’s a symmetry that kind of works, but possibly makes the dial less legible. The strap options are a great feature. Love the videos.
FWIW the CNS ribbed straps can be "broken in" quickly, or rather made to conform to the watch case geometry and wrist very easily and quickly : wearing the watch, soak the band with cold or lukewarm water under the tap, and leave it to dry out completely on your wrist. Et voilà.
I really like this but I wish it was slightly bigger. I have fairly big wrists and hands so the existing Casioak already looks a little small but just about works. As this is smaller, I'm not sure it's for me but it looks awesome and I'm very happy Casio are waking up to the strap compatibility.
I like what they did with the lugs and LCD, but the watch appearance I fo not find exciting. Still, the lugs are great. Mostly moving in a great direction Casio. Bring back Multiband 6 and use MIP displays rather than LCDs if you are listening.
Recently ordered the white version with positive display. The nato does look good on it. I’ll consider getting one once it arrives. Thanks for the video.
I’m not sure about this watch, love the size, two minds about the lug bits and the X but I do like it overall, I’d definitely leave it on the strap it was born with but if I did swap then it would be the first black one you put it on, great vid 👍🏻
I'm a bit sceptical about drilled lugs in a plastic/resin case. Probably the weakest part of the construction. Ofc it makes swapping the straps easier but after some years you probably have to buy a new case. Or a new watch. Still it's only around £100 so why not. 😃
What I always complaint about Casio lineup is the color of the dial and numbers/points.... they are always low contrast, so its very difficult to see in the too bright or too dark locations, or if I ride a motorcycle,,,,,, I can't see what hours is it
Thank you for this great review, all the strap colors look good on this casio, but in my personal opinion, all the straps should've come with black hardware, but that's just my personal opinion. Specially that last one, that mustard "nato" with black hardware would've knocked over the park. Love your channel. Keep up the good work .
Bummer love this way more than the 2100, wish it didn’t have a black screen though. And kinda wish it was 22mm lug so I could buy marathon bars (which I’ve found to be much better and stronger than the cheap bars you can find) but sadly they don’t make 24mm bars
Not a fan of this model at all. All i see is an X. However, i am a HUGE fan of CNS straps. Extremely affordable and great quality nato straps with a solid signed buckle.
Don't like the giant X in the middle, nor the oversized lugs. The integrated straps make more sense, and i'd rather use a slim adapter if I want to use standard straps. Also negative displays aren't all that legible.
Hi Dave! I went for the pink one. (God have mercy on me when it arrives) I'm looking to get a black nato strap to make it mor sutle...if it is possible at all. :)
The GA-2300 in grey is back in stock and I have just ordered it! I have loads of 22mm straps for my 2100. So I don't need a strap adaptor, are the metal strap bars already included with the watch? Or do I need to buy some separately?
I actually like the curved strap on g-shocks. It pitch the sides of your wrist so the bottom and the top feels slightly looser. Considering that everything that is moving is under the wrist, it feels way more comfy like this. This one is not for me.
I am in the US, and I am wondering if there was a good way/place to import watches from Japan, just looking to save a bit and maybe find something that’s a JDM product. Any suggestions?
I wore a G Shock my entire enlistment in the Navy. I was an F18 Technician. On a flight deck more hours than I can count. Never had a single issue. Never needed a battery, or winding. Gathered it's time automatically. All for $100 or less. Still have that watch. The band is long gone, but the watch still works like the day I bought it.
Aint no way you got a g-shock for only $100. Not in this economy atleast 😂
@@Inferno45 the watch I speak of I wore in 2006 or so. And purchased on base. In that economy it happened lol. Nice SS. I have one just like it. Same color even. Cheers.
I love the mix of simple yet complex design language. The X is really memorable. Right up my alley.
I love that Casio is trying new things! I like it!
I have the 2100, now I want the 2300 after seeing all these great straps! nice video, thank you.
Wtf, same :/
same
The GA2000 had 24mm standard lugs about 5 years ago. It was followed by the 2100 which completely overshadowed it and relegated it to obscurity.
24mm lug width looks too wide for a 41mm case... When you had the 22mm strap on it looked much better proportioned.
Love the mustard color pairing you did, looking forward to your review
Love the look of the 2300 band. That cement gray one is 🔥
Negative, that gap and exposed spring bar would drive me crazy
yeah.. I kinda like that shape but I don't think it's gonna fit my slim wrist. (I usually wear 37-39mm dial size watches)
I’m looking forward to seeing this model with a positive LCD display.
The white version has a positive display.
Just received a black Casio Royale. Really great thing 🥰
I’m hoping for a GM 2300. 🤞🏼 🤞🏼🤞🏼But 24mm? Why Casio why?! And yes, my OCD is unfortunately that strong. Looking forward to the full review! Dark brown for the win for me. 👍🏼
I've been running lug adapters on all my gshocks for years now. Having multiple bands allows me to get home and easily swap my muddy working nato for something more clean and casual without having to fight the springbars back into place after a long day.
Thanks for the mini-review! I like that they've incorporated standard lugs into the watch, but I agree, they should have gone with 20mm or 22mm lugs so they could make them a little narrower so the lugs wouldn't flare out that far (in addition to being able to use straps in our current collecttions). Looks a little weird to me. My eyesight sucks, and these are unreadable for me. And I'm not a fan of that giant X on the dial. Nice watch, but I'll probably stick with my GA-2100.
I think it looks good but I am a little annoyed with the Sunday to Saturday week.
Thanks for sharing Dave. In my opinion tiny negative display is a no go for me , the indices color should match with the hands as it's increase the legibility. So i still stick to my old rangeman👌
I bought this lovely piece today and I love it. It’s amazing 🤩
I almost thought those lugs were flexible. I still think positive displays are the way to go, and I'm betting a solar / Bluetooth model will follow next year.
Not a fan of this model at all. I just can't unsee that giant X on the dial.
Same also the protruding lugs look awkward
I thought I was the only one not loving this
X-men watch
The x literally why I like this lol
There’s so much real estate. Make screen bigger!
Gonna end up being an iconic design I reckon!
Watch is gorgeous. Changing straps is awesome. Heres hoping to more models!
Looks like a wolverine watch with the mustard. I like it
Appreciate the option to change straps, but I believe the 24mm lug width doesn’t compliment the design of the smaller dial.
Perhaps an unpopular opinion, but I much prefer the dial design of the 2100 series. I'm not a fan of that chunky 'X' shape in the center, and the two digital displays at 3 o'clock and 6 o'clock look even less legible in this all-black colour variant than those in the all-black GA- and GAB2100 series. But those NATO straps are really cool! Cheers, //Rick
Love the design, there’s a symmetry that kind of works, but possibly makes the dial
less legible. The strap options are a great feature. Love the videos.
I love the look of this watch, its very sci fi, cyberpunk "mooncore" in the grey color.
That digital display is unreadable, even in the excellent lighting of this video.
Wait for its other version, since thats their style of release
I have it, it’s way more readable in person. And just know how to read a watch?
The black strap looks best. Got overall unifying black/shiny steel look!
Thanks for the upload. Didn’t know this was on the market.❤
FWIW the CNS ribbed straps can be "broken in" quickly, or rather made to conform to the watch case geometry and wrist very easily and quickly : wearing the watch, soak the band with cold or lukewarm water under the tap, and leave it to dry out completely on your wrist. Et voilà.
I really like this but I wish it was slightly bigger. I have fairly big wrists and hands so the existing Casioak already looks a little small but just about works. As this is smaller, I'm not sure it's for me but it looks awesome and I'm very happy Casio are waking up to the strap compatibility.
The khaki brown strap fits the look the best.
This looks way better than the original one
This is super cool, I would buy a dw5600 with these lugs in 22mm. Nato on a g-shock without having to cut them to a custom fit is pretty cool
I hope a future variant of this black color one will have the regular LCD display and Tough Solar.
khaki brown strap is *chef's kiss*
Standard lug width and drilled lugs... definately moving in the right direction!!
Cool video. Thanks. I think the yellow was the winner
Great vid! The new straps add a lot of fun to this Casio. Wish they were 42mm.
Nice watch, I'll wait this one release in my country
I like what they did with the lugs and LCD, but the watch appearance I fo not find exciting. Still, the lugs are great. Mostly moving in a great direction Casio. Bring back Multiband 6 and use MIP displays rather than LCDs if you are listening.
Recently ordered the white version with positive display. The nato does look good on it. I’ll consider getting one once it arrives. Thanks for the video.
Great review/video and the straps! Where may we purchase this black GA2300?
I’m not sure about this watch, love the size, two minds about the lug bits and the X but I do like it overall, I’d definitely leave it on the strap it was born with but if I did swap then it would be the first black one you put it on, great vid 👍🏻
I'm a bit sceptical about drilled lugs in a plastic/resin case. Probably the weakest part of the construction. Ofc it makes swapping the straps easier but after some years you probably have to buy a new case. Or a new watch. Still it's only around £100 so why not. 😃
That new model with a fully lumed dials would be the best watch also im users there will be adaptors to reduced the width to 20
Futuristic and bold - refreshing new design
You don't need to shorten the parachute strap, just adjust it.
What I always complaint about Casio lineup is the color of the dial and numbers/points.... they are always low contrast, so its very difficult to see in the too bright or too dark locations, or if I ride a motorcycle,,,,,, I can't see what hours is it
Was waiting for the olive strap ... 😢
Thank you for this great review, all the strap colors look good on this casio, but in my personal opinion, all the straps should've come with black hardware, but that's just my personal opinion. Specially that last one, that mustard "nato" with black hardware would've knocked over the park. Love your channel. Keep up the good work .
Great video! What color brown is that @ the 4:30 mark?
It's just a terrible oak followup and straps don't help it , nice to see you can change them tho
Just bought this idc if some of you don’t like it i
It’s good but the OG casioak is the best one yet
Bummer love this way more than the 2100, wish it didn’t have a black screen though. And kinda wish it was 22mm lug so I could buy marathon bars (which I’ve found to be much better and stronger than the cheap bars you can find) but sadly they don’t make 24mm bars
My casioak pulls on my hair, I just can’t use it. The rubber padding at the quick release is a culprit I think. Hope this one is more wearable for me
Not a fan of this model at all. All i see is an X. However, i am a HUGE fan of CNS straps. Extremely affordable and great quality nato straps with a solid signed buckle.
Can't wait for a positive display version of the black GA-2300. The tiny negative display is the only reason I'm not buying it right now.
Nice looking watch,nice change.
Don't like the giant X in the middle, nor the oversized lugs. The integrated straps make more sense, and i'd rather use a slim adapter if I want to use standard straps. Also negative displays aren't all that legible.
i like it ❤ it s small and has lugs and thin to have nato straps suiting it
CND straps is the best! Great video 👏🏾
Hi Dave! I went for the pink one. (God have mercy on me when it arrives) I'm looking to get a black nato strap to make it mor sutle...if it is possible at all. :)
That’s a cool watch ..never owned a g shock ..I own bucherer Royal Oak. Looks mega cool 👌
Btw where do you go to get a wide selection of cheap Casio's in Tokyo ?
I'm on my second G-Shock G2900...10 year battery life,data-bank etc...Quality watch...Ha!!
Nice but why didn't use quick release straps?
Love the grey one with the orange accents
why cant i get this watch in usa?
Beautiful design, casio for me is the best durable watch in the world
Come here for a watch review.. but the d20 keep steel my attention..
Really Miss my friends and playing DnD together 🥲
The GA-2300 in grey is back in stock and I have just ordered it! I have loads of 22mm straps for my 2100. So I don't need a strap adaptor, are the metal strap bars already included with the watch? Or do I need to buy some separately?
What’s the Brand of the Yellow nato?
This watch is polarizing😅 not sure to love or hate
You seem to have missed the GA-2000. 😉 But this one ist great, too.
Waiting for the metal knock off with a positive display, probably SKMEI.
That's cool, nice compact watch and plenty of options to play with
I actually like the curved strap on g-shocks. It pitch the sides of your wrist so the bottom and the top feels slightly looser. Considering that everything that is moving is under the wrist, it feels way more comfy like this. This one is not for me.
Amazing watch, the mustard strap is stunning.. where to get it from please?
He literally tells you in the video
0:39. Thanks for the vid BTW, not most crazy but craziest grammar mistake comparative adjectives superlatives.
Nice to see larger easier to use buttons
they did this before in the GA-2000, not the first time... the 2300 is hilariously small, lug size in totally to wide for the size of the watch...
I was sort of keen on this watch and I am a stapaholic but 24 mm non-tapered straps are not for me.😢
Finally, more Gshocks for men with thinner wrists.
Hidden 22mm lugs would fit the design better. But I'll ponder on the design itself. It seems to have some merit, but I dislike some other stuff.
Just the Watch, Subscribed because your videos always make me smile!
Its exactly the same as the protrek case 24mm plenty of straps on ali express to fit
The pumpkin color strap is beautiful
Where did you bought it from.. Can you include it in the description or in comment reply bro ? Requesting
I am in the US, and I am wondering if there was a good way/place to import watches from Japan, just looking to save a bit and maybe find something that’s a JDM product. Any suggestions?
my wrist can support max 38mm dials beyond that looks like a wall clock in my wrist. will this fit in mine?
Where did you get the mustard nato strap please ?
The concept CasiOak!
Lots of people hate Temu but they have a crap ton of 24mm straps (most with black hardware) for $5 or less. Just saying.
Where are the bands from?
love most casios but this design just dont work for me wont call it ugly but its very very special
Suunto does 24mm straps for their watches.
It’s the size that puts me off. I have decent sized wrists and even the casioak looks abit lost on me 😢
I'll still go with the GA-2100 😄
What do I type in to find the straps and where can I purchase from?