Casio G-Shock GD400-1Review - It's kinda awesome!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ม.ค. 2017
- I finally did it, I told you guys for years to buy G-Shocks yet I never owned one. Well, I finally fixed that. Here is my GD400-1. I adore it. Join me for a brief review.
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I've never had a g-shock watch. My girlfriend gifted me this exact model. I totally love it. I work in construction and it's taken a lot of bumps and stuff. The bars really have protected my watch. It still looks like new after I clean it. Update, 4 yrs and my g-shock is still working strong. Have not had to replace battery yet. The bars are a little scratched up but that’s what they’re there for.
This particular model was designed for skateboarders who, let's face it, take alot of falls/spills.....hence the bull bars 😄
Scratched up bull bars are a badge of honor on a rugged watch!
Had to look up the email from when I bought it because the battery died and I wanted to look up the model number. Turns out I bought mine exactly 5 years ago today!
This is exactly the kind of comment I was looking for. I'm constantly working on vehicles, splitting hauling wood, stuffing my arms in tight spots and was looking for a watch that could handle the beating.
currently owning the gshock gd-400, been through swimming, airlift,paintball,blacksmithing (on wrist and few scratches on the metal guard)
still running 100% looks and operates just like it was from the box. the watch lasted me 3 1/2 years on straight battery (auto light mode on) and 4 years on second battery change (auto light mode off) the watch to this day is still my number one go to and would highly recommend for anyone who's worried about there watches breaking I can guarantee this watch will deliver even after its shot by a paint ball gun and airsoft gun.
draw backs is the thickness is beefy on the wrist but that's cause of the guard and the great build
drawback is also the ur trying to keep warm u will need to get used to the fact that the watch will feel a bit uncomfortable on the long sleeves.
I take this rock climbing and its been the best watch I can recommend for anyone with an adventure like life.
this watch can really take a punch so its a real good watch for the price.
I've owned this watch for 4 years as it was a gift from my dad who wore it for 3 years.
I've had my GD-400 since 2017 and it gets the most wrist time in my collection. No issues, not even a batter replacement. And I just noticed I watched your review on its 4 year anniversary 1/4/22 nice
Thanks J., yet another great review! I actually had a MTG900 model, which is Atomic & solar, but most importantly at the time, stainless case and bracelet. One turn off was a plastic/resin case and/or strap. But, you have actually given me cause to revisit G-shocks and look at this GD400-1. Like you, I really appreciate the look of that metal cage across it.
I like the MTG line as well. I too was temped to consider a metal one.
Great Review! So good in fact I purchased the green model & LOVE IT!! Thx
Awesome video as always brother! Love my Gshocks.
That model GD 400 is AWSOME ! I have 2 g shocks ( G-9100 gulfman and GA-110 CB ) and i want to buy that someday . Excelent video ! 👍
Beware! G-SHOCKS are addictive!
yobbos1 ok I get what your saying I’ve been collecting for about a year now my last 4 have been casios 3 are G-Shock models now it’s all I want to collect lol
Not really....u literally only need one LOL ive had the same one for 7 years
I concur...I have 12
great video "j" brings smile to my face seeing the enthusiasm you bring.
g-shocks are great watches..I'm never without one on my wrist when I'm enjoying the great outdoors. .but sadly seems my vision has taken a Lil hit. so I find myself wearing analog versions such as gulf master more and more..even with their large size.they are so light. you hardly notice.
like we have said so many times about seikos having something for everyone. same can be said for casio IMHO. .and for those looking for high end pieces..those mr-g versions go all the way up towards $3000.00 plus
in closing..love the enthusiasm. .hope you never lose it.
warmest always,
jc
Thank you as always JC, indeed there is a Casio for all. I'm still a Seiko guy at heart though ; )
90’s baby love it bro nice review
Great video love the intro . The G Shock is an underrated tool watch James bought me the GD-X6900-CM the Camo version for Christmas . Its such a versatile watch definitely worth consideration to add to any collection .
Congrats on the G, James is a good Santa.
Nice addition to your collection I got one this past Father’s Day and now I’m into collecting G-Shock watches so yes very addictive!!
A watch worn by Masterchief Halo... I'm sold. Thanks for the convincing review. Keep it up. TQ
Good looking watch. Like the negative display. Great for zombie apocalypse
Zombie apocalypse? Is this the 12 and under crowd? Lol
that's a very decent review , sir. Just ordered it, did some research first and was leaning towards buying buying it, but it was pretty much that vid, that made me click the purchase button.
I'm keeping my eyes on a black and green version of this GD-400, i'm very tempted to get it. only thing that's stopping me is that i have my good old GD-100 and it still works like a charm, but I'm truly digging the gd400
This is now gshock #2 in the last cpl weeks! My wife and kids saw how much I liked my first one they got me the watch featured in this video and I love it! I have the time and everything thing els figures out except the day of the week lol getting frustrated 😂
much awaited video from our watch guru.. enjoyed the video.. 😊😊
Thanks for watching. =)
Beginning is funny how you model the watch 😂 not alot of people do that on reviews give a good perspective on the watch
I'm seriously considering getting a G-Shock for my daughter, she's about to join the Royal Navy and to be honest she knocks the arse out of just about everything she owns. Get that bad boy muddy and you could just rinse it off under a tap. Super practical.
I think any daughter is lucky to have a father that will buy them a G =)
This puppy has served me WELL in the army. Highly recommend. I have the green version, easier to see in low light and at a glance.
J. ANTHONY just a quick question, it's normal that the screen of the watch is kinda dark, is that how the watch is? Or can I adjust it so it looks brighter, because sometimes I can barely see what time is it. I just bought it
Get her a G Shock mudman 9000 bombproof I used my to death on many tours and its still perfect.
Thumbs up. Welcome home and thank you for your service.
Great video. The thing that struck me as interesting about it taking you so long to get one is that you've mentioned in many videos that you travel quite a bit for work - this has to be the ultimate travel watch. When I watched this I thought about TGV constantly talking about these as travel watches, and it struck me that, athough he's obviously a hardcore G-Shock lover, and talks about the travel applications all the time, you probably fly within the USA a lot more often than he does between his three home countries. So I'm sure you'll get a lot of use out of it and it will grow on you even more.
Yeah, that is a great point. This would be a great travel day watch, it would look a bit out of place with a suit during a meeting but I could totally take it on the plane with me!
Great review. Enjoying your channel.
Thank you for watching.
Nice review on a very tasteful G-shock. I think G-shocks look like samurai armour and I think Halo armour looks like a G-shock. They are not the most elegant things ever made but G-shock's "tactical aesthetic" has been influencing design for almost 40 years.
Hey, a review of a watch I actually own! I got my Baby-G (solar, atomic) in the 90's for my job, and it's still going strong. The original rubber watch band has even stayed like-new, and that's despite some serious abuse (dirt bike racing). Thanks for letting me know what some of those functions buttons are for finally, lol!
BTW, the lighting in your intro and outro B&W segments are now top notch. Good use of fill lighting. Looks absolutely spot-on.
I remember back in the day wanting a Baby-G really bad. I ended up with a Fossil blue...but who knows what could have been. =)
Thanks for the review! The only thing I wish would improve on G-shocks is the alarm. I work in a medical laboratory and use the countdown timer all the time.....only with the constant hum of instrumentation, I only hear it about 30% of the time (grin).
I used to own this mode GA100A-7A and setting the digital time and watching the hands set themselves is magical. Sold it due to the size but now I miss it and I definitely have a Gshock on the cards!
Sounds like a good decision!
I love that G SHOCK I am ordering one from Amazon right now.
Gshocks are great. Bigger ones still feel great. Great vid.
Thank you, yeah the larger size still works well!
this is also my 1st G shock
its hella durable , everyone at work asks me what time it is . since you cant use the phone at work , it comes in handy.
Holy crap, this watch is a GMT, annual or maybe even perpetual calendar, sounds with chimes/ sonnerie, chronograph, depth rated dive watch, shock proof, world timer, minute repeater, split seconds, alarm function putting this watch on the same level of Patek 5175, Lange & Sohne Grand Master Chime, or a Audemar Piguet 26574. It would be a tough choice between the Casio, Patek, Lange, or AP..
OMG, I under paid by roughly $2,000,000....
J. ANTHONY You got a slam bang deal young man!!!
J. ANTHONY yep u got robbed... its a fake!
great review J it was of real value
was not expecting this!
Great video man!
Got mine today!same color...and i loved it...
nice g-shock! love that strap. i think every collection needs one g-shock. i'm enjoying my gw6900-1.
Words of wisdom...every collection does indeed need one.
Well I guess I’m overboard on G-Shocks at 4! Now I’m going for what I consider a higher dollar G-Shock rangeman at 300.00 wife’s NOT gonna like it! Hey I ll start high with the 750.00 mudmaster and then work her down to the 300.00 rangeman and she’ll feel like she won lol
@@brianbuchert6382 psychology my friend. Ask for something outrageous and they will fill bad for saying no. There more likely to say yes to what you really want.
i just got mine, best looking gshock there is in my opinion.
I love these watches. I have a couple now including this one in green and grey color.
Nice watch! You should look into the GD-350, its a very similar watch but offers a vibrating alarm feature!
Yes, prefer the GD350. Love my gd350. Vibra function is so handy
I love g shocks I currently I own 2 dw9052 daily use and ga710-1a2 but I don't use daily I'm scare I might scaratch.
@The Bishop I think the bars can be removed
Bot 2.0,
That's moronic---they're designed to take abuse! They're a tool, after all.
I think this is a great watch to take with you when going on holidays. The last time I went on a road trip I took my Rado D-Star and while this is a terrific watch it isn't exactly utilitarian. The G-Shock would fulfill these needs much better, but then I would opt for the GW-9400 as this watch is more complete (and I'm a sucker for completely useless features ;-) ).
Optidorf I hope ur British using the word holiday for vacation!
Great video and I appreciate that you were not handling the G-Shock with gloves on! I have seen G shock videos with the person wearing gloves and it cracks me up. Isn't the rugged nature of the watch the point? I was in 7th grade when I got my first casio digital watch. I thought I was so cool.
love the camera work
Thank you!
Excellent Review thanks for sharing.
Thank you for watching.
just recently bought Mudmaster gwg1000 and loving it more than my other analog dress watches. sapphire crystal, carbon fibre hands... the list goes on... life time tough solar recharged battery, ABC and temperature.... check it out.
*_Can’t recall if it’s covered in the vid or not but the Alarm settings are versatile. Apart from opting to have them on or off, you can select each alarm to operate everyday or just one day. In Alarm Mode, you select 1 of the 5 alarms. Press A or Adjust once. You’ll see “ALM 1-on” on the lcd panel. This is the one time alarm for one day. If you desire that alarm to resound everyday, press A/Adjust again. “ALM on “ appears on the display. This is a peculiar alarm feature in the GD400, & also the GD100 & G8900 models, which have the selfsame module._*
*_You like what you like but you’d be better off with one of Casios many Tough Solar & Wave Ceptor models for an “end of the world/survival” watch. Your battery will endure for over a decade if kept adequately charged & you have the Radiowave reception feature which sets your timepiece automatically upon receipt of the radio signal from atomic clocks around the globe. Something to think about 💭🤔._*
Have owned that model for about 1 year and love it. Gets a lot of compliments. Nothing wrong with Halo, Master Chief is a Boss.
Is the display good to read?
Love the channel. Fairly new to the whole horological world and looking to learn more. What watch forums do you recommend?
Didn't expect that master chief comment lol that's awesome. I actually went with the army colored one with bronze bull bars so it really looks like master chief haha.
I have mine for 6yrs now. I personally chose it due to its cage that's so nostalgic from the watches of mu classmates during elementary days, and we can't afford one.
I work on the field, I skate, I longboard, I never removed it unless I take bath 😂
*_Another feature of this model and also in the GD120, G8900, & in the GD100 - which all have the same module & features as the GD400 - is four world city modes available to be selected for Home Time Mode. This has nothing to do with World Time Mode which is a distinct & separate mode. In Home Time Mode, press D or Forward. You’ll then see “(a city abbreviated) JRS T-2” along with that world city time. You have four world city Home Time Mode selections. You can set any/all of them for any city setting that you will. To set/alter that city setting hold & press A or Adjust & select your city with the B (Reverse) & D (Forward) buttons. Shoot, if you want make all the cities the same so there’ll be no variation in time. But I like variety so all my city settings are diverse. Casio is the world’s best timepiece maker 😏‼️_*
I used to like Casio watches and synthesizers. They made excellent synthesizers in between 1985-1988 with unique synthesis methods such as SD (Spectral Dynamic) and iPD (interactive Phase Distrortion). Then they had to exit synthesizer market because Casio had reputation as a home/toy keyboard manufacturer. But I really like their synthesizers, and watches were also excellent, until they went G-Shock. :) I mean, the early G-Shock models were quite alright, but the bulbous ones are quite an atrocity to watch design aesthetics. :)
great review :)
Thank you.
i just want to ask if is it still displaying time when you put it on stopwatch mode? thanks
Casio is the best watch for functions. I like the black and red combination.
black and green is also pretty badass on the gd-400, so i heard
I just bought a G-shock a week ago too. Slightly used but in top condition, the one that's got analog hands, solar and radio-controlled. Got it for £41 shipped. I feel about it pretty much exactly the same way you do, it's got those rugged stylings and I know it will be reliable... probably forever, at least until they switch off the radio updaters!
Question: I've never seen you mention Rado in any of your videos where you talk about brands and stuff, any thoughts on them?
I just picked up a stainless steel solar atomic G-Shock. It's going to be one of my favorites. BTW, the complaint about China is that so many products from that country are manufactured in "sweat shops". Hopefully, that is not the case with Casio.
i had the gd 400 for 5 years got it when i was 8 now im 13 THis watch is very good quality and very durable from all the drops
Hello J, is there a radio controlled version of this watch?
Good video! I am not a fan of casio, because the batteries are more expensive than the watch itself. The only g-shock i am trying to get is a all metal g-shock and as of today's comment I have not seen people wear them. Usually the get all black, rubber/ plastic version of it.
haha stop buying all my favorite watches anthony! your taste is impeccable. i forget, have you had an alpinist on your channel already? if not id love to hear your thoughts on that one.
Thank you! Yes I did, look at the SARG001 review... loved it but I'm sure you would have guessed that!
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the dw5600 is a smaller alternative
I love the look of the square
I plan on purchasing the 5610 later on because it's solar powered
Bill Dauterive I’m own a dw5600 and am a big fan
Solar powered Is a nightmare don't buy that kind of watches.
Very nice video.
A few things sounded a bit off to my ear, not nitpicking, just to let you know if you like to have some better "terms" for these:
Powered by quartz battery: Quartz movement powered by battery (lithium), still easy to get what you were saying, I would also easily say something like this on video when I get my brain twisted.
Metal cage: Often called bullbars (or bull bars, bull-bars).
Atomic time keeping models are listening to a few terrestrial transmitters, GPS models are listening to the satellites.
I think you can also preview the alarm sound by long pressing the button that cycles through the different alarms (start/stop/forward) when in alarm set mode.
Also on your strap wearing out concerns, you can get OEM straps as spare parts to most Casio models, also cheaper off-brand straps.
What do do you think about the GD-400-9 model as in Master-Chiefy-look?
Pentti Hilkuri wow a few things that sounded a bit off to my ear . 1-who are you to correct anyone? Why do you feel the need to come on someone’s video and point out their mistakes? Your pretty presumptuous in thinking anyone care about what your correcting! And no nobody is going to appreciate your obnoxious need for people to soak up all your “wisdom “ and you basically sound like a pompous ass! Now feel free to correct me I’m sure you won’t be able to resist responding to correct my punctuation or spelling lol
How well does the watch face display information in bright sunlight?
1:18 "if my life depended on surviving" . . . . lol
It does
My G Shock and Luminox are crazy durable. BTW I was Halo addicted myself back in the day.
Reminds me of my first casio. I think mine has plastic bull bars not metal. Also love the pinkish red accents. Nike sneakers branded this colour as "Laser Crimson"
Ah, I shall now refer to it as "laser crimson" so I can sound more sophisticated.
I have that in khaki. Love it!
*_Same. The red & gray model is my favorite. I’m wearing it now._*
It's a good watch but I wish I could find a cloth band for it. It was sold as 'new' but originally they came with cloth bands.
Also the daylight savings doesn't work and I have to reset it myself so I turned off the feature. And lastly the day of the month is always a day off so I started setting it everyday to the correct date but other than that it seems very tough and I'm hard on watches.
Great hair cut! Don't own a G Shock and I can't see me doing so. Simply wouldn't suit me or my image of myself. I see them at even small jewelllers in the local shops so I know that they're popular and must be selling well. Glad that you like yours. I've zero problem with it being made in China. Most stuff is these days. Even the Swiss are getting a big percentage of their Watch parts from China and casting their watches as Swiss Made. This is a big dispute presently. H Moser and Cie have highlighted this shady practice, amongst others. That the G Shock is plastic/resin would worry me, though it does make the Watch light on the wrist and the pocket. A very fair review. Maybe some German made/marketed watch reviews would be worthwhile next?. Just an idea....Over to you. Thanks.
Indeed, I only have a Nomos up on the channel. I'd love to review a Glashutte or Lange at some point but I don't plan to pick one up personally for a while. I'll see what I can come across. No promises. As for the china thing, indeed it is another shady secret of the Swiss watch world.
Worried about it being plastic? These thugs are indestructible! I think your missing out
The ten second counter is for medics/docs to read your pulse and breathing rates. If you have a chronograph... you can also refer to it to check output/hour.
i have GD-400 awesome. 5 alarms and autolight while driving
I just bought the exact same watch but can the metal cage be removed?
Underrated g shock
*_Lastly, in Countdown Timer Mode, you can select & set the seconds as well._*
I hav this & I luv it.
Great choice for a G-Shock! I find the visual indicator bars useful in the countdown timer or stopwatch modes when I am timing something for 10 seconds, especially when the numbers are more difficult to read with the negative LCD display. Outside of that, it is mostly decorative and just cool to look at.
Yeah, filming the negative LCD was a pain but I still love it.
It holds sentimental value!
i need the gshock with the biggest numbers and solar. any recommendations? it always seems changing batteries causes problems with the watch.
Teamhonn the new RANGEMAN could be what you need?
have you tried removing the metal brace?
hey anthony what it do? whats your take on steinhart?
I've talked about them on many live sessions. They aren't for me, I'm not into homage watches.... that said I have heard nothing but good things about the quality of their watches, how cool their founder is and how proud their owners are so if they speak to you I think you'll be happy.
I have not found better bang for the buck than Steinhart. I own the Apollon and Ocean 2. Both original designs. I also love my Aviation and OVM GMT model. Don't be closed minded and check the 25+ models at Gnomon.
i just ordered this watch today, gd-400-3dr because i really like the green color but then i forgot its an old model. hope the watch will serve me fine.
Ariyana December how do you like it so far? I’m loving the black version
the watch in great condition. not sure when will the battery run out
Can you make the time numbers brighter?
Lol i just found my 6 yrs old gd400 watch and it still working thoooo its dopeee
opening sequence has sick angle dude
Much obliged sir!
If you ever feel like getting into some -- dare I say it -- higher-end G-shocks, look at something like the Mudmasters. You may be surprised at how much you appreciate the superb quality of a mere Casio. Or if you can't bring yourself to spend that much on one, the Rangeman is the coolest digital G-Shock out there. Master Chief would certainly approve of both.
The only electric watch that I ever liked was the original tuning fork Accutron. I wish they would reissue that movement in a contempory case style. The G-Shock is one I would never wear, but would strap it to a backpack.
J.R. Regenold are you to good for them or are they just to bad for you? Lol
What's the song title playing in the beginning of the video?
does this have an alarm and light and stopwatch?
I have one i love it.
Fits nice on wrist ...good
This is serious commentary, real info with serious intent, I might just pull the trigger on this one ..oops ..
hi could you tell me what do you think about seiko SRP443J1 is it ma monster, and is it a good movement ?
I think it's a cool looking watch and the 4R movement is a solid movement.
J. ANTHONY thanks mate
I just picked up my first g shock (gd350) specifically for the vibrating alarm. I am loving it. I have been looking for that master of G style strap for it, similar to the one on your gd400. I have yet to find anything that matches what I am looking for. I'm really just thinking about the future if/when the strap needs replacing.
Lol the bars are for counting the second intervals up to a minute. 6 blocks for the top bar(10 second intervals) , 10 small ones for the bottom bar(seconds)
how do you make the light turn on when you look at it??
autolight - press the light button for 5 seconds
Does the clasp say Casio China or Thailand? Trying to see if I got a fake
Does anyone know if the metal bars are removable at all?
usanchez97 yes they are. I used a pair of needle nose plyers and flathead
yes I removed mine
I'm 100% with you on the Made in China rant.Most of hypocrites who are whining about items made in China,buy a 2$ knock off of a 2000$ item,then they are so disapointed and revolted about the low quality.
Do you get them free in exchange for the review.. they're better the luminox for sure. casio is the only watch I wear and BUY.....
I have this exact model and color. I cut off the metal guard, made it lighter and easier to wear.
enter a name here lighter? The thing weighs just a few ounces with it! Lol your either sporting noodle arms or your 3 years old of course I’m kidding but this with the bar is one of the lightest watches i own! But it is a great watch but I’m keeping my bull bar on I think it makes it look very rugged plus it’s added shock protection
@@brianbuchert6382 ok BRO!
Good thinking. That metal guard weighed around a metric tonne 🏋
Super!Black!
I dunno man, that black is a bit stealthy for Halo.
The Master Chief just walks into some place, kicks ass and walks out, no need for stealth :D
Haha, indeed.
And he’s not real lol