Casio G-Shock Combi Bracelet comparison. Gen 1 vs Gen 2 vs "Clone"
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 11 ต.ค. 2024
- If you have a G-Shock you need to try a Combi Bracelet. it will change your world.
I believe this is the "clone" Combi Bracelet in the video. I bought it second hand and I am not 100% sure where he got it from.
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WatchWAY in the UK sells these
That is good to know, thanks for sharing. Looks like I can get one for under $100 shipped to the States.
I swear I made you do this video with my mind 7 months before I knew I wanted it. Exactly what I was looking for. Thanks!
LOL, thanks for watching, and I'm glad that the video helped you out.
On the aftermarket bracelet, once you figure out your sizing, you could put a tiny amount of super glue on the side of the thick portion of the split pin and then push it in. That should keep the pins from backing out.
That sounds like a good idea. Thanks for the suggestion.
@@WrongTimeWatch No problem. I hope it works well for you if you try it. I would also suggest Super glue that doesn't dry instantly.
Hi Kevin Just got around to getting a Gen 1 combi. fitting onto my 5610 wasn't as difficult as as I thought is was going to be for anyone who gets one don't rush take your time, remove the bezel and use 16mmx1.8mm spring bars NOT the spring bars from the standard strap which are 16mm x2.00mm when finished you'll be really pleased ,good luck...stay safe
Thanks for the recommendation. I have not worn mine in a bit, but they do wear so nice.
Can you explain why do i needto use 16mm x 1.8 not 2.0 ?
@@husqvarna9025 If you use the original 2.OOmm spring bars they make for a extremely tight fit in the combi bracelet, therefore it is much better to use 1.8mm it make the job so much easier.
Combi for life my friend!
Definitely a game changer.
@@WrongTimeWatch I got mine from ebay for 13 Euros...i took a while to arrive. Installed it tonight...and man, it feels like a completely different watch! The way it is suppossed to feel: AWESOME!
Yes, it is amazing the difference that it makes. Hopefully clone combi bracelet will not break while in use.
@@WrongTimeWatch Yeah, Lets hope for that. If it does, well....the Gshock will Survive. But I can also believe that it has a decent quality. I got a few days earlier my Skmei 1412 in the mail (the F91 Clone). I has a cool backlight...sure the f91 is still king, but I like to try things out. Know I know the Combi Braclet is also King!
The cross-bar link system in the aftermarket bracelet is what one commonly sees in regular steel or titanium bracelets. If done well it should be a good system.
I am worried about retention of the pin in the plastic links.
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Yeah that _could_ possibly be an issue…
Maybe after fitting secure the friction part of the pin with a film of glue…but be careful that a) the links remain moveable rather than glued shut, and b) the polymer(s) used in the bracelet are actually glueable. Some polymer types such as nylon or PP are infamously hard to glue and must be instead bonded. Add to that the issue that you are attempting to glue two different materials (polymer and metal)…
But honestly I don’t see them failing too soon. It does require some force to push them out, right? If you don’t constantly push the pins in and out the channels shouldn’t wear out (too quickly) anyways…
Yes, it should be OK. The pins did push out pretty easy, but no forces should be acting on them when in use.
You have to take the bezel off first when changing straps or bracelets.
Thanks, I will do that next time.
@Cameras, Clocks & Watches yes
I have the 9$ Ali Express Combi Bracelet, I have worn it on my DW5600 for 6 months now and it works well. Now I have ordered a second bracelet. Is the bracelet the same for the GWM5610 ?
Yes, I believe the braceletshouldfit both models. The only external difference that I know of is the size of the buttons.
Such a pity that if you want a Combi bracelet with the watch, it's only available with the negative display.
I am not sure why Casio does that either. Maybe their strategy to sell more watches.
GW-B5600-1 (Gold/black), has a positive display and combi bracelet. It's hard to find now, though.
@@YourSoulDriver Thanks, I might have to try and find that one.
Only way Casio can get rid of their negative display models......who wants a watch that you can't see ? Only a collector who doesn't use it..... the most ridiculous idea in a long time......hey why don't we make a watch that is hard to read.......
@@adrianotero7963 wouldn't be hard if they cranked up the brightness. So the battery only lasts one year. Big Woop.
Which one wears smaller between the V1 and V2, talking lug ‘overhang’ as such? I have wrists around your size, maybe a tad smaller and I had read that the V2 combi makes it wear bigger lug-to-lug, so wasn’t sure if the V1 wears a little smaller by having a steeper angle to the solid end link? Many thanks
Gen 1 is 2 mm smaller L2L, and does wear a little smaller as well.
@@WrongTimeWatch brilliant thank you
Hello brother, I have a square 5600 with stock resin band. Do you recommend combi bracelet over resin ? ( comfort > looks )
The combi bracelet is more comfortable. As far as how it looks, I thunk the g shock square looks good on either one.
V2 looks much cleaner to my eye.
That is probably why they went with a second version, or also for the cost savings.
Where does one find these Combi bracelets for sale? Especially the lighter weight Gen 2 version.
The only way that I know of is to buy a watch that comes with the bracelet.
you fail to mention how few g shock models have this option.
Sorry. I am only a fan of the gshock square.
Which would you say feels the most premium ? Gen1 or Gen2? (Presumably Gen1 with metal links)
I do like the general a little more, but the gen 2 being more light weight is nice as well.
Does the black metal between the link on gen1 gets faded after a year usage???please share your experience with the combi gen1..
I have not worn it enough outside to see if it will fade, but I don't think that it will. The combibracelet is very comfortable.
I often wear my GW-M5610BA with combi1: no color change after about 2 years. In the past I've worn my GW-B5600BC-1 a lot: most wear on the clasp. Also have a GW-5000HR on a combi1, but prefer the 5610.
I just installed this combi v2 bracelet on my gwm5610, but one thing that bothers me is the ratchet on the clasp, does that happen to you as well ?
I am not sure what you mean by the ratchet on the clasp. I have not had any issues with either of the combi bracelets.
@@WrongTimeWatch sorry for the typo, i mean the clasp has rattling noise
@@archie048 I have not experienced that on mine.
Persnally I think the combi1 (5610BA) makes more noise than the combi2 (5600-BC).
Can i put the original spring bar in this combi bracelet from gwm5610?.or i need to buy another size?
The spring bar from your strap will work.
will these bracelets fit the Casio G shock "king"?
Unfortunately I do not know the answer to that. Maybe try the $18 clone bracelet first.
Awesome video. I was gonna buy the clone but after seeing this video, I'm gonna pass. I wouldn't trust those friction fit pins and would be neurotically looking at my watch all the time. 🙂
Thank you, I am glad that it was helpful. Those friction pins would probably be OK, but I don't trust them.
@@WrongTimeWatch Exactly. 🙂
Will the 5610 with knockoff combi still stand up on a desk to display like a small clock when off wrist?
I have not tried that, and I have since removed that bracelet from my watch, so I unfortunately cannot report out on that.
@@WrongTimeWatch I'm happy to report that it does stand up! Great video that inspired me to get the combi aftermarket for my new 5610, it's makes a world of difference for $15USD!!
@@ahtisnow9997 Well, that is good to know. Did you have any issues installing it?
@@WrongTimeWatch It was frustratingly challenging for sure!! The included spring bars were not working out, I had some spring bars included in a watch band repair kit that were maybe a tenth of a millimeter or 2 thinner in diameter that worked out. Bezel removal before doing anything is the best advice!! The effort was more than worth it! Now the hunt begins for the Casio made one!!
I have a gen 1 on my gw5000, so nice.but so expensive usd114
I agree, that is a bit steep for a resin and metal band.
I have a gen1 on my 5600BBN. It’s a good bracelet.
I agree, it definitely changes the watch for the better.
@@WrongTimeWatch where I can buy the gen 2??
Which one do you guys recommend for the Gw-5000U, V1 or V2?
Either Gen 1 or Gen 2 is good, Gen 1 is a little heavier due to the metal center links.
Do these fit the Casioak Ga-2100?
Yes, they should fit. However I have not verified this myself. I will have to try it soon though.
Anyone know where to buy the original combi bracelet (gen 1 or 2) that ships world wide? I want one for my DW-5600E.
Sorry, I do not. I had to buy a watch with a combi bracelet and swap them around.
@@WrongTimeWatch that's also what I'll do if I can't find one. Thank you.
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is there a gen 3 now?
Not that I am aware of, but I have not been following G-shocks as closely as I used to.
Generation 1 on GW-M5600/5610BC-1; generation 2 on the GW-B5600BC-1/1B (black) and GW-B5600HR (black and red).
I have a gen 1 ($100 a few years ago) and a "fake" one ($19) I too had some trouble getting the lugs to fit correctly, it kept popping out the spring clips at first. But now they are solid. I have it on a base 5600 and it's acceptably comfortable and looks good considering how cheap it is. My gen 1 is on my GW6900 which is a little bulkier case and the heavier bracelet balances it out so that it doesn't spin on my wrist so much.
Good news that you got it to work. I never could get it to fit right, so I have it laying around somewhere.
@@WrongTimeWatch It wasn't easy. Would sometimes pop off hours later. Not sure if I remember correctly, but I may have sanded a bit of material off the face of the lug pieces to get them to seat all the way and stop flexing the pins.
I have a 2nd Gen. It's the best. I'm trying a ko version soon for a 6900. Nato adapters are also great
Thanks for the suggestion. I have not tried a NATO on mine yet. But the combi feels so good that I probably will not need to try a NATO now.
Did you have any problem fitting your combi bracelet? I am looking at getting the Gen.1 but apparently they can be difficult to fit.
@@John-P The clone was a major pain to fit, I did not transfer over the Gen 1 yet to know how difficult that will be. Hopefully not as bad as the clone.
@@WrongTimeWatch Thanks for that, I suppose the only way I will know for sure is to buy a combi and fit it, fingers crossed
I had trouble with my factory Casio combi
Does anyone know if this bracelet will work on a casioak?
I just tried it last night. It does fit, but it is a little loose. th-cam.com/video/fuM3_gcWU6U/w-d-xo.html
anyone tried the clone aliexpress bracelet on a AWG M100? does it fit?
I have not tried that yet.
gen 1 and gen 2 are they interchangeable? thanks
Gen1 and gen2 will work on the same watches. I don't know if parts will interchange between each bracelet though.
I got one from wish it was $20 it feels really cheap and I don't trust it at all
It is most likely the same bracelet. This one also feels very light and cheap.
@@WrongTimeWatch I did a drop test and the spring bar came out
Ah yea, that reminds me. It was difficult to get that spring bar in there. I still need to swap over the gen 1 combi to my 5610.