A mainstream "dive watch" should not have depth sensor, since they are not AS accurate as a dedicated dive computer. However - a diver's watch is used heavily to track the 15 minute long stops you have to take to avoid decompression sickness. Having the watch provides a failsafe alternative if the dive computer gets lost or damaged during the dive. A "dive watch" for this reason should be bulky, easy to handle, easy to read and most importantly reliable! The analog frogman's utility LED light makes it superior to automatic and more expensive counterparts in my opinion. Plus pressing the button for the timer is easier and more practical underwater then twisting the secondary ring on the watch face in case of an oldschool analog watch. By the way... Great video. I hope my comment makes it more popular.
I got this one yesterday, great lume but short-5-10 minutes and cheap steel case instead of master of G box.Annyway- I love the blue and yellow colours and I'm very happy to have this one so fast.
I'm not a diver, but really like this new Frogman. I was in the market for a nice looking analog G-Shock as an EDC watch and almost bought it a few weeks ago. I ended up going with an MTG-B1000 (black/red highlights version). It's less bulky than the Frogman and has the same atomic, Bluetooth and tough solar features. You can't go wrong with either choice. Great video, mate!
No need to be diver to admire this beast xD. It really looks so freaking good. MTG-B1000 is a great choice. Im considering gpw-2000 but im still not ready not ready to pull the trigger loool.
@@aurelianobuendia5360 I actually returned my MTGB1000 when I learned about the new MTGB2000 series. Picked the MTGB2000-1A2 over the weekend and love it!
Well done video. This is a nice watch but I still vastly prefer the previous digital model. I can't help but feel that Casio is cutting corners with the new analog model. The monocoque resin case is far cheaper to manufacture than the DLC coated steel case of the digital model. The lack of sensor is also another cost cutting measure as it's an expensive part. You didn't mention it in the video but it wouldn't surprise me if the newer model didn't have a carbon fiber inlay in the band like the previous digital model, another cost cutting measure. If the price of the newer model were cheaper, this would be well justified, and at $800 dollars it doesn't seem to offer more diving functionality than a $40 Casio DW5600E. Maybe I'm just a purist, but the digital setup in a frogman is so traditional to the design. It was one of the first fully digital diving watches. By rebranding the frogman as a analog diving watch, it just becomes...well...another analog diving watch. It's no longer something special.
Thanks for your comment. I do mention about the strap in the video, and like you prefer the carbon fibre on the D1000. Calling it a resin case is not quite accurate, it is a carbon reinforced resin for a lot more strength, and it's much lighter than the D1000. I like the D1000 too. A really iconic design. I think the A1000 is for a different buyer, that's all. Hoping for a new digital Frogman in the future!
@@UnboxallTV Yes, would be perfect to see another digital frogman with bluetooth so data can be logged into a phone. If they don't come out with a new Frogman, the digital frogman will be far more collectible than this analog one in 10 years from now.
i honestly think that the blue tooth module is just as exensive as the depth sensor... this is not your average blue tooth emitter and receiver but a high impact super compact low draw version that costs quite a bit, Add the antenna for the multi band and the solar panels and there is not much room left without making the watch much bigger.
Even though I'll probably never go diving , if I buy a diver watch , I want it to have ALL the dive features they should have. Like the depth finder. With that said , I still think this watch is really cool.
You got a steal of a deal because you have to understand this watch now is selling for $7000. I hope you have the box and the papers for it. That’s what it’s retail for at the moment.
Excellent review. I have this analog frogman in red strap configuration. Between this and my GW-5000-1JF, I have analog and digital Casio solar/atomic watches handsomely covered to my liking.
i like it. i actually like it more than the previous gen's. to each their own. i have a mudmaster gwg1000 on the way. i think the frogman will be a contender for my next gshock. good job, and thanks for the video.
@@billscully2521 i can honestly say i would be hard pressed to say. i love the functions of my gwg1000, but the frogman, is still one i want to get. i doubt either would be a poor choice.
Definitely one of the nicest analogue G-Shock watches ever made, but since I already have the Mudmaster, I can't justify getting this over the digital Frogman.
Great video! I want this one! I love watches and wearing watches vs a fitbit or my phone! I've always wanted a Gshock watch, I just bought my first one and I'm excited to wear it! And I'm already looking for my next one and this is my next one! I've always wanted to go diving but probably won't use it for it, but I definitely want this! But I do go swimming so a watch that can handle deep water!
Nice review! As a diver, I wouldn’t miss a depth gauge on that watch at all. Every diver console (connected to the regulator has a depth gauge. I need a dive watch to accurately time a dive. I would buy this watch in a second, if I had need for another dive watch. I love pretty much everything about this watch, other than the size. It isn’t something I could wear, other than for diving.
After receiving mine, it is such and incredible, beautiful watch. The only thing I don’t like much is the strap was so stiff, it ended up scratching itself by rubbing when I inserted it inside the keeper when I tried it on for the first time :/ other than that, amazing watch! 👍🏻
@@raycritchell8225 due to the proprietary design of the lugs and strap, it’s difficult to find easily any third party straps. I’m still trying to find any specifically for this watch yet. You also need an adapter. This guy shows a replacement for a previous model th-cam.com/video/VIYyojmeOg8/w-d-xo.html
@@roderickmorales thanks for your reply. There is website in America, I’m Uk called jays and Kay’s. They sell the adapters. I think there based in California
@@raycritchell8225 Oh I see, will see if they have those adapters for this particular model, since it’s new, it might take some time before they have more availability in accessories and straps. Thanks mate!
It is a pity the watch does not have a depth gauge. I would have purchased it if it did. The concept of having the function of a dive timer and surface interval timer without the depth max and time being noted is a feature that lacks function except for apnea dives. Thank you for this review. If you are in contact with Casio, tell them this model will be a less than optimal sell over the Gulfmaster Quad sensor. This watch is sharp looking and only needs two sensors IMO. Barometer and Depth.
Hi sir! Is the GWFa1000 good for people with small wrist like me? My wrist is 6.5inches. Because i have the GWF 1000 and the watch really looks big to me.
I'm a retired pro diver. I've never owned any G that wasn't h2o resist to 200/m? Seems they were all dive watches. I have a G/Carbon/analog, not Frog and love it. Frogman's are way cool but all dive watches are just a style piece. We all dive with computers that track everything so the watch is redundant. An analog dive watch needs a rotating bezel for easy bottom-time tracking.
I think you may have misheard me there, as the buttons are absolutely fixed! Maybe you're talking about when I am referring to how Casio removed the button guards around the buttons, compared to the D1000? Something it could do by using the Carbon Monocoque construction?
This is for sure a beautiful and cool watch with high want factor, however it is totally useless as a diving watch, but all divers understand this i guess and will never buy one for this purpose. But again, looks really good. I am surprised however that Casio can market a watch without a depth meter as a divers watch, a bit embarassing. Nice video, thanks
I own this it is indeed very comfortable. Yet like all froggies so intricately complicated I have absolutely no idea how to use it and the all-Japanese interactions do not help. Sometimes a button gets pressed by accodent and it goes into some mode and i have no idea how to get it back to normal the multi functionality on these is definitely a gimmick and makes them way too complicated to use unless you plan on spending weeks each year on TH-cam trying to remember what they all do and how to use them. Glow barely lasts a few minutes and I find the face a bit too complicated for instant recognition. It’s kind of a silly piece really. It’s just style over and practical usage. But I still like it though I prob wouldn’t buy it if I were doing it over again
It's a miss for me and I will not be buying...I will admit I am a diver and use my Frogmen for diving. .the D1000 has a depth meter, dive log, temp sensor, compass, etc. I think better bang for buck...the a1000 looks like all the rest of the new Gs in the monocoque case.. .a total disappointment
i feel like it's screwed down.. unsure though. my frogman from 1999 is still going strong, just need to go to an authorized service location to check that it's water pressure tested :D
this watch is super off, no function to be honest. Why not trying GWN 1000 .............. G shock in recent years are really horrible rubbish and look like a child toy , no longer withhold the idea of G shock and functionaliy , btw, good review from this channel
No depth gauge???? Wtf?? Ok done im getting the old one...dont want a wanna be frogman... Its a propper diver watch or another rolex sub desk diver wannabe 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
I think this is the beautiful & the best gshock ever & its comfortable at hands, must buy this watch!
Great review
A mainstream "dive watch" should not have depth sensor, since they are not AS accurate as a dedicated dive computer. However - a diver's watch is used heavily to track the 15 minute long stops you have to take to avoid decompression sickness. Having the watch provides a failsafe alternative if the dive computer gets lost or damaged during the dive. A "dive watch" for this reason should be bulky, easy to handle, easy to read and most importantly reliable!
The analog frogman's utility LED light makes it superior to automatic and more expensive counterparts in my opinion. Plus pressing the button for the timer is easier and more practical underwater then twisting the secondary ring on the watch face in case of an oldschool analog watch.
By the way... Great video. I hope my comment makes it more popular.
I got this one yesterday, great lume but short-5-10 minutes and cheap steel case instead of master of G box.Annyway- I love the blue and yellow colours and I'm very happy to have this one so fast.
I've seen the Master of G box was Japan only, everyone else got the usual steel box. Shame, definitely. Enjoy your watch!
I'm not a diver, but really like this new Frogman. I was in the market for a nice looking analog G-Shock as an EDC watch and almost bought it a few weeks ago. I ended up going with an MTG-B1000 (black/red highlights version). It's less bulky than the Frogman and has the same atomic, Bluetooth and tough solar features. You can't go wrong with either choice. Great video, mate!
No need to be diver to admire this beast xD. It really looks so freaking good. MTG-B1000 is a great choice. Im considering gpw-2000 but im still not ready not ready to pull the trigger loool.
@@aurelianobuendia5360 I actually returned my MTGB1000 when I learned about the new MTGB2000 series. Picked the MTGB2000-1A2 over the weekend and love it!
@@Mad.Maxx.77 MTGB2000-1A2 is even better. Damn, hard to decide what to pick.
@@aurelianobuendia5360 It's sexy, sporty and sophisticated, bro!!
Well done video. This is a nice watch but I still vastly prefer the previous digital model. I can't help but feel that Casio is cutting corners with the new analog model. The monocoque resin case is far cheaper to manufacture than the DLC coated steel case of the digital model. The lack of sensor is also another cost cutting measure as it's an expensive part. You didn't mention it in the video but it wouldn't surprise me if the newer model didn't have a carbon fiber inlay in the band like the previous digital model, another cost cutting measure. If the price of the newer model were cheaper, this would be well justified, and at $800 dollars it doesn't seem to offer more diving functionality than a $40 Casio DW5600E. Maybe I'm just a purist, but the digital setup in a frogman is so traditional to the design. It was one of the first fully digital diving watches. By rebranding the frogman as a analog diving watch, it just becomes...well...another analog diving watch. It's no longer something special.
Thanks for your comment. I do mention about the strap in the video, and like you prefer the carbon fibre on the D1000. Calling it a resin case is not quite accurate, it is a carbon reinforced resin for a lot more strength, and it's much lighter than the D1000.
I like the D1000 too. A really iconic design. I think the A1000 is for a different buyer, that's all. Hoping for a new digital Frogman in the future!
@@UnboxallTV Yes, would be perfect to see another digital frogman with bluetooth so data can be logged into a phone. If they don't come out with a new Frogman, the digital frogman will be far more collectible than this analog one in 10 years from now.
i honestly think that the blue tooth module is just as exensive as the depth sensor... this is not your average blue tooth emitter and receiver but a high impact super compact low draw version that costs quite a bit, Add the antenna for the multi band and the solar panels and there is not much room left without making the watch much bigger.
In terms of features, i prefer the gwn-q1000 to the new frogman
Even though I'll probably never go diving , if I buy a diver watch , I want it to have ALL the dive features they should have. Like the depth finder. With that said , I still think this watch is really cool.
Just got this for $150! Used, near perfect condition. Never buy watches new; you're wasting your money.
You got a steal of a deal because you have to understand this watch now is selling for $7000. I hope you have the box and the papers for it. That’s what it’s retail for at the moment.
Excellent review. I have this analog frogman in red strap configuration. Between this and my GW-5000-1JF, I have analog and digital Casio solar/atomic watches handsomely covered to my liking.
i like it. i actually like it more than the previous gen's. to each their own. i have a mudmaster gwg1000 on the way. i think the frogman will be a contender for my next gshock. good job, and thanks for the video.
It's a very nice watch. I have 2 of them and two mud masters. I like them because I'm a world traveler and they do well in different climates
@@issacfrost1766 would you go with a gwg1000, gwf-1000 or ggb100. Dont need all the features, love the look of all 3
Do you like the gwg1000 over the gwfa1000
@@billscully2521 i can honestly say i would be hard pressed to say. i love the functions of my gwg1000, but the frogman, is still one i want to get. i doubt either would be a poor choice.
@@jonw4595 I dont need any of the features, just like the look of both
I had to get both versions of the Frogman models, GWF-1000🐸/GWF-A1000🐸.
Definitely one of the nicest analogue G-Shock watches ever made, but since I already have the Mudmaster, I can't justify getting this over the digital Frogman.
Great video!
I want this one! I love watches and wearing watches vs a fitbit or my phone! I've always wanted a Gshock watch, I just bought my first one and I'm excited to wear it! And I'm already looking for my next one and this is my next one! I've always wanted to go diving but probably won't use it for it, but I definitely want this! But I do go swimming so a watch that can handle deep water!
The best watch. All it needs is a small size reduction. But I'll still buy it and wear it large.
Nice review! As a diver, I wouldn’t miss a depth gauge on that watch at all. Every diver console (connected to the regulator has a depth gauge. I need a dive watch to accurately time a dive. I would buy this watch in a second, if I had need for another dive watch. I love pretty much everything about this watch, other than the size. It isn’t something I could wear, other than for diving.
After receiving mine, it is such and incredible, beautiful watch. The only thing I don’t like much is the strap was so stiff, it ended up scratching itself by rubbing when I inserted it inside the keeper when I tried it on for the first time :/ other than that, amazing watch! 👍🏻
Hi there I’ve just got this watch too. Yellow/black. Do you know if I can change strap, like you I’m not too fond of it. Thanks
@@raycritchell8225 due to the proprietary design of the lugs and strap, it’s difficult to find easily any third party straps. I’m still trying to find any specifically for this watch yet. You also need an adapter. This guy shows a replacement for a previous model th-cam.com/video/VIYyojmeOg8/w-d-xo.html
@@roderickmorales thanks for your reply. There is website in America, I’m Uk called jays and Kay’s. They sell the adapters. I think there based in California
@@raycritchell8225 Oh I see, will see if they have those adapters for this particular model, since it’s new, it might take some time before they have more availability in accessories and straps. Thanks mate!
I just ordered mine, can’t wait to receive it. 🤗
That's a beautiful G-shock
Thank you for an excellent review
Beautiful watch and a beautiful review.
Thank you :-).
I always thought the frogman needed to be analog.
It is a pity the watch does not have a depth gauge. I would have purchased it if it did. The concept of having the function of a dive timer and surface interval timer without the depth max and time being noted is a feature that lacks function except for apnea dives. Thank you for this review. If you are in contact with Casio, tell them this model will be a less than optimal sell over the Gulfmaster Quad sensor. This watch is sharp looking and only needs two sensors IMO. Barometer and Depth.
most people that buy a frogman aren't divers
Mmm, another one for the collection.
Yes, very good watch
Do they offer the band in black ?
yep
Hi there I’ve just bought this one(yellow/black) do you know if I can change the strap?
What's the white counter on the circumference of the dial?
Sir u like the blue watch ?!
Does this watch have a hourly alarm like the MudMaster?
Hi sir! Is the GWFa1000 good for people with small wrist like me? My wrist is 6.5inches. Because i have the GWF 1000 and the watch really looks big to me.
My wrist is 6.5 inches, so it’ll look like it does in the video.
I'm a retired pro diver. I've never owned any G that wasn't h2o resist to 200/m? Seems they were all dive watches. I have a G/Carbon/analog, not Frog and love it. Frogman's are way cool but all dive watches are just a style piece. We all dive with computers that track everything so the watch is redundant. An analog dive watch needs a rotating bezel for easy bottom-time tracking.
Amen!
“Diver’s Watch” is a ISO certification. They test many things not only water resistance, for instance shock and magnetism.
You said in the video you can remove the left two silver buttons. How is that done? And do you know if it was designed to do so?
I think you may have misheard me there, as the buttons are absolutely fixed! Maybe you're talking about when I am referring to how Casio removed the button guards around the buttons, compared to the D1000? Something it could do by using the Carbon Monocoque construction?
You mentioned the button guards could be removed pointing to the left side of the watch.
You would be correct my bad
@@dannyspontan4915 U crazy?
Sir!!!!! show me how to know the battery level in the watch plssss
excellent review.
Thanks for watching, appreciate it!
When they plan for the rainbow toad, it has to be analog, this is the black and white precursor..
This is for sure a beautiful and cool watch with high want factor, however it is totally useless as a diving watch, but all divers understand this i guess and will never buy one for this purpose.
But again, looks really good. I am surprised however that Casio can market a watch without a depth meter as a divers watch, a bit embarassing.
Nice video, thanks
Rolex do the same. It isn’t embarrassing at all.
@@kevinkeelan354 Shame on Rolex.
@@Nightmareman3 lol. I’m sure they worry about your opinion.
@@kevinkeelan354 As I don't give a rat's ass about yours. Lol.
Is its date a perpetual?
I own this it is indeed very comfortable. Yet like all froggies so intricately complicated I have absolutely no idea how to use it and the all-Japanese interactions do not help. Sometimes a button gets pressed by accodent and it goes into some mode and i have no idea how to get it back to normal the multi functionality on these is definitely a gimmick and makes them way too complicated to use unless you plan on spending weeks each year on TH-cam trying to remember what they all do and how to use them. Glow barely lasts a few minutes and I find the face a bit too complicated for instant recognition. It’s kind of a silly piece really. It’s just style over and practical usage. But I still like it though I prob wouldn’t buy it if I were doing it over again
It's a miss for me and I will not be buying...I will admit I am a diver and use my Frogmen for diving. .the D1000 has a depth meter, dive log, temp sensor, compass, etc. I think better bang for buck...the a1000 looks like all the rest of the new Gs in the monocoque case.. .a total disappointment
If you like this watch you’d like the Seiko Arnie more.
analogs again seem more expensive than previous digital
Nice comparison--we can barely hear you.
And no screw down caseback...how is that back attached?
i feel like it's screwed down.. unsure though. my frogman from 1999 is still going strong, just need to go to an authorized service location to check that it's water pressure tested :D
this is the best G-Shock, but it's just too BIG.
Should have kept it digital. New model doesn’t look like frogman.
this watch is super off, no function to be honest. Why not trying GWN 1000 .............. G shock in recent years are really horrible rubbish and look like a child toy , no longer withhold the idea of G shock and functionaliy , btw, good review from this channel
This thing make sense for a diver, other than that, it’s just a waste of money.
Jacobs Keys
No depth gauge....step backwards again
What dose my 800$ buy lol
No depth gauge???? Wtf?? Ok done im getting the old one...dont want a wanna be frogman... Its a propper diver watch or another rolex sub desk diver wannabe 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
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