G shock's GADA watch! Labouring one minute, diving the next, then out to a nice do in the evening in your tux. All the watch you need. A nice silver pos display might be a nice touch, but the main hand's visibility is what makes this watch.
Thank you! Really appreciate your balanced review of the pros and cons. I've been trying to work out why the GM-B2100 full metal Casioaks are 2x the price of these ... and now I know! The Casioaks have: - Machined folding clasp (vs pressed) - Solid bracelet links (vs hollow) - Screw in DLC caseback (vs screwed on) - Full steel (vs steel and resin) - Made in Japan (vs China) - Heavier & less legible It does make the AWM-500 look like a relative bargain... IF you can find one...
i know that the looks are subjective but i got the 500, my wrist is a bit on the smaller side so the smaller dimensions of the b500 suits me better, it just looks amazing on wrist, i already own the previously launched b100-1 ADr but now i think that this would be my daily driver
I wasn't quite sure about this 500, but da*n it's elegant and classy!! Gshock should do something about their product images on their websites, they don't do the watches justice. I do think they should have included the seconds hand...
Took the plunge and got one depites having the 400. Same as you I 100% prefer the 400 bracelet. When I sized the 400 it took seconds, the 500 was a different story. Now the wait for it to appear on the the app.
@@Jollopukki2 Yes, but it's a solar watch. The ticking seconds is not a bother of mine but to some it is. I dont care personally. I like the digital subdial for that.
I see some downgrading here, and I don’t like that. -Cheap looking pressed case back. -Cheap looking glossy buttons. -1 micro adjust less on the clasp. -The spring bar adjustment on the bracelet is gone. It is something I liked very much on my B200 and still enjoy on my B5000’s. -Attaching the bracelet with tiny screws is a weird decision too. The quick release system is much more reliable. Ask yourself what happens, should you remove and reattach the bracelet a couple of times and you damage a thread? You can throw the watch away, it will never be as securely attached as it was originally. While the quick release spring bars, will do their job fine, even after removing the bracelet multiple times. So, for me, a big no. I will get myself a B400 and will be happy with it, as it offers more in terms of build quality.
The quick release on the b400 is difficult to put back in on the bracelets which have different ones to the resin bands. I agree screws are not ideal though. Yes they've gone back in some respects but it is definitely the comfiest one I've ever ever used. It's light and great fit and appearance.
Darn,,, buying a watch, is like buying a new TV, as soon as you get one, they bring out a better one, 🤣🤣,, Got the 400 on a resin, delivered yesterday, and I'm really impressed,, (especially for £215, 🎉) are they bringing this 500 out on a resin strap, ??
in my opinion, the b500 dial resembles 2100, which somewhat reduces the overall impression, and of course, minus the bracelet mount (there is no second hand despite the technology, but at least the size of the watch fits the average person. my choice is the b400, or the expectation of the b600. thanks for the video.
Huge step up in legibility. I may have to research this model. However, I recently received my 1st G-Shock and the 'A' button came broken. So much for durability claims.
Negative displays on these Casio's (Steel, Casioaks, etc.) are terrible...can't even see the time. They need to make more displays like the one on the GST-B300SD-1AJF.
bonjour et excellent review , j'hésite entre cette gst-b500 et la Oak audemar Piguet , laquelle est la plus complète et la plus avancée ? je ne m'y connais pas beaucoup c'est pour cela que je me permets de vous demander conseil . Merci d'avance .
You mean the full metal 2100 series? g-shock.co.uk/gm-b2100d-1aer?refSrc=1718&nosto=other-nosto-3 I'd get the B500, better legibility and price. Solar and bluetooth
j'ai un petit poignée et je cherche une montre assez complète en options mais pas trop imposante non plus , et j'hésite entre la gst-b500 et la 2100 full metal , j'ai l'impression que la 500 est plus avancée et aussi plus fine et moins lourde , et je suis sur le point d'en acheter une de ces deux modèles mais étant donné que je n'arrive pas à trouver des reviews en français , il est difficile pour moi de me faire une idée sur chacun de ces deux modèles . Personnellement , je suis tombé amoureux de la 500 avec le fond green , elle est si magnifique :) Mais j'apprécie aussi la 2100 full métal aussi , donc j'essaie de savoir laquelle des deux propose le plus d'options et surtout laquelle est la plus complète des deux au niveau des options . Merci d'avance . Bien cordialement .
I was looking for either a 400 or a 500. Looking at these side by side the 500 is very plain and doesn't look like a G shock so i will aim for the 400. Its a shame they added bluetooth yet only gave phone finder. volume and track skip would have been more useful maybe i can get a phone app to change the finder button to track skip if i double press it. Also i want a used one but people still want a lot for them new i think the 400 is 190 but people want 160 used. black will wear and show the scratches a lot
I wouldn't recommend this range for ladies. The GSteel range is basically male sizes. However there are other gshocks that definitely would be better for women. Having said that, this is the smallest GSteel available
Could you help me again in connection with B400-1AER (silicone strap version)? I noticed that there's an around 1 mm length white stripe on the right side of the 12 hour index. Is it normal or defect?
so, I've got a GSTB100, GSTB400 and a GA 2100 (which is on a titanium camo case and strap). I've just ordered a GA B2100, and to be honest, I think the GA B2100 on an aftermarket case and strap makes more sense than the GST B500, and should be around the same money. The GST B400 is really hard to read, as is the GA 2100 (the skeleton one), so the GA B2100 I've ordered has a normal LCD, not the reversed on all the other models. I wanted a MTG B2000, but the MTG B3000 looks much more like an MRG. Love the fact you know what you're taking about, you review as an owner rather than someone who has a watch for a week, keep it up lad
No, I think this model (unlike previous B line) have pressed metal inside them as I can see inside the link and that's what I see. They have folded chunks of steel inside them. On some of the more expensive Gshocks, yes they have used plastic inside the links to reduce weight (like on the MTG-B2000D-1A which you can see on Casios website). This one is similar to my 4 year model GST W330D which has folded steel links. HOWEVER, they are still well made and they significantly reduce the weight and improve comfort, so I'm not completely against them. And this will now be my daily beater. However, I would prefer a plastic combo like the more expensive models, or just solid links like the B200/300/400, but it does increase the weight if they use solid steel (and price). This model is £279 RRP compared to £399 on the B400D with solid links.
The bracelet is less premium but I would argue the build of the case and design of the dial is superior. And its far comfier on bracelet than the b300 imo.
every year the gst series gets cheaper and cheaper. A few minor improvements along the way such as steel lugs etc, but the first series had milled claps and engraved backs and was fully analogue. Now it has turned into some small, ana digi homage to itself with a pressed strainless steel back this time, ewe yuck
i got feeling that b400 model is not fully developed yet, bet they come with b500, it is too early. We still have no full gold b400. Still only few b 400 with normal legibility . We still have no b400 with colourful straps . I think Casio is wasting a lot of potential of b400 !!
omg it looks ugly AF. I'm actually impressed how CASIO managed to F up the 5th generation of the GST B line. I love this line from the B100 all the way to the B400. This B500 looks atrocious.
every year the gst series gets cheaper and cheaper. A few minor improvements along the way such as steel lugs etc, but the first series had milled claps and engraved backs and was fully analogue. Now it has turned into some small, ana digi homage to itself with cheap negative displays and a pressed stainless steel back this time instead of the laser milled versions on previous years, ewe yuck. and what is the point of making it thinner? if i want thin i can get an edifice or something else. Its a g shock
The clasp is rubbish. The bracelet needs screw links as well. The watch is a bit overpriced. Nice design though - I really like the overall look of the watch 👍
The bracelet needs either screw links or the design as the b400, which is a springbar system. They are also not solid links unlike the b400. However, it has superior taper and comfort. Definitely
@@rufnek3124 Your mind is playing tricks to justify not getting this model since you have the b400 already. I don't have a gsteel gshock, so I can objectively say I will pick up the b500 over the b400, to me is better looking. I asked for my wife's opinion and it's confirmed ;)
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G shock's GADA watch! Labouring one minute, diving the next, then out to a nice do in the evening in your tux. All the watch you need. A nice silver pos display might be a nice touch, but the main hand's visibility is what makes this watch.
Thank you! Really appreciate your balanced review of the pros and cons. I've been trying to work out why the GM-B2100 full metal Casioaks are 2x the price of these ... and now I know! The Casioaks have:
- Machined folding clasp (vs pressed)
- Solid bracelet links (vs hollow)
- Screw in DLC caseback (vs screwed on)
- Full steel (vs steel and resin)
- Made in Japan (vs China)
- Heavier & less legible
It does make the AWM-500 look like a relative bargain... IF you can find one...
older version looked much more expensive ! those 45 dergee cuts on lugs, one love .!
i know that the looks are subjective but i got the 500, my wrist is a bit on the smaller side so the smaller dimensions of the b500 suits me better, it just looks amazing on wrist, i already own the previously launched b100-1 ADr but now i think that this would be my daily driver
@@samirranjonrajkonwar1459 b100 is absolutely huge. But a looker. Have you seen the latest b600? It's tiny, check my shorts for an overview
I wasn't quite sure about this 500, but da*n it's elegant and classy!! Gshock should do something about their product images on their websites, they don't do the watches justice. I do think they should have included the seconds hand...
The seconds count on the digital display, but it's negative so not super legible. But the analogue is super legible
Took the plunge and got one depites having the 400. Same as you I 100% prefer the 400 bracelet. When I sized the 400 it took seconds, the 500 was a different story. Now the wait for it to appear on the the app.
ticking seconds consumes a lot of energy . So, battery should be bigger. So, watch will be bigger. We should think strategically ))
@@Jollopukki2 Yes, but it's a solar watch. The ticking seconds is not a bother of mine but to some it is. I dont care personally. I like the digital subdial for that.
@@ATIWatchReviews solar watch also need bigger size battery, to keep going properly , if functions are more consuming ( like a ticking seconds). ;)))
I bought the gat 110 and haven't worn it a handful of times it's a huge top heavy monster. Love the markers and handset
I see some downgrading here, and I don’t like that.
-Cheap looking pressed case back.
-Cheap looking glossy buttons.
-1 micro adjust less on the clasp.
-The spring bar adjustment on the bracelet is gone. It is something I liked very much on my B200 and still enjoy on my B5000’s.
-Attaching the bracelet with tiny screws is a weird decision too. The quick release system is much more reliable.
Ask yourself what happens, should you remove and reattach the bracelet a couple of times and you damage a thread?
You can throw the watch away, it will never be as securely attached as it was originally.
While the quick release spring bars, will do their job fine, even after removing the bracelet multiple times.
So, for me, a big no.
I will get myself a B400 and will be happy with it, as it offers more in terms of build quality.
The quick release on the b400 is difficult to put back in on the bracelets which have different ones to the resin bands. I agree screws are not ideal though. Yes they've gone back in some respects but it is definitely the comfiest one I've ever ever used. It's light and great fit and appearance.
@@ATIWatchReviews B200D is still the best looking watch in G Steel series
On strap would this or b300 be a better daily. Love the simpler dial here but prefer a lighter watch in general ..
On rubber strap id get the b400
There was an error in my previous video released yesterday (it somehow merged a previous vid with this one). It's corrected now.
Mrs just bought this gst-b500 and I can't wait to stick it in my wrist. Beautiful. Thanks for the video and look forward for the review
It's a decent watch
Darn,,, buying a watch, is like buying a new TV, as soon as you get one, they bring out a better one, 🤣🤣,,
Got the 400 on a resin, delivered yesterday, and I'm really impressed,,
(especially for £215, 🎉) are they bringing this 500 out on a resin strap, ??
I know tell me about it! Haha. Not in the original release they're not. Weather they do later this year, possibly I don't know
This watch is so comfortable and can fit wrist properly
in my opinion, the b500 dial resembles 2100, which somewhat reduces the overall impression, and of course, minus the bracelet mount (there is no second hand despite the technology, but at least the size of the watch fits the average person. my choice is the b400, or the expectation of the b600. thanks for the video.
I get what you mean but I feel its a cleaner dial than the busy b400.
@@ATIWatchReviews b 600 in year 2023 if we are lucky )
Huge step up in legibility. I may have to research this model. However, I recently received my 1st G-Shock and the 'A' button came broken. So much for durability claims.
that's very unlucky, was it genuine?
Nice review, I have the B300S and the B400CD so it's more than likely a B500 model will be joining them in the near future after watching this.
Negative displays on these Casio's (Steel, Casioaks, etc.) are terrible...can't even see the time. They need to make more displays like the one on the GST-B300SD-1AJF.
Why did it spin after opening?? Any explanations??
bonjour et excellent review , j'hésite entre cette gst-b500 et la Oak audemar Piguet , laquelle est la plus complète et la plus avancée ? je ne m'y connais pas beaucoup c'est pour cela que je me permets de vous demander conseil .
Merci d'avance .
You mean the full metal 2100 series?
g-shock.co.uk/gm-b2100d-1aer?refSrc=1718&nosto=other-nosto-3
I'd get the B500, better legibility and price. Solar and bluetooth
@@ATIWatchReviews oui tout à fait , celle tout full métal . Merci d'avance :)
j'ai un petit poignée et je cherche une montre assez complète en options mais pas trop imposante non plus , et j'hésite entre la gst-b500 et la 2100 full metal , j'ai l'impression que la 500 est plus avancée et aussi plus fine et moins lourde , et je suis sur le point d'en acheter une de ces deux modèles mais étant donné que je n'arrive pas à trouver des reviews en français , il est difficile pour moi de me faire une idée sur chacun de ces deux modèles . Personnellement , je suis tombé amoureux de la 500 avec le fond green , elle est si magnifique :)
Mais j'apprécie aussi la 2100 full métal aussi , donc j'essaie de savoir laquelle des deux propose le plus d'options et surtout laquelle est la plus complète des deux au niveau des options . Merci d'avance .
Bien cordialement .
I was looking for either a 400 or a 500. Looking at these side by side the 500 is very plain and doesn't look like a G shock so i will aim for the 400. Its a shame they added bluetooth yet only gave phone finder. volume and track skip would have been more useful maybe i can get a phone app to change the finder button to track skip if i double press it. Also i want a used one but people still want a lot for them new i think the 400 is 190 but people want 160 used. black will wear and show the scratches a lot
Thanks for your video! Would they have a similar steel range for ladies you think?
I wouldn't recommend this range for ladies. The GSteel range is basically male sizes. However there are other gshocks that definitely would be better for women. Having said that, this is the smallest GSteel available
Can’t get rcvd off, tried everything, how??? Thanks!
Casio GST-B200D is still the best in design amongst all of the G Steel series
Its a good one, but the B400 and 500 are comfier definitely!
Could you help me again in connection with B400-1AER (silicone strap version)? I noticed that there's an around 1 mm length white stripe on the right side of the 12 hour index. Is it normal or defect?
Send me pic of it to allimportantreviews@gmail.com
@@ATIWatchReviews I've sent it.
so, I've got a GSTB100, GSTB400 and a GA 2100 (which is on a titanium camo case and strap). I've just ordered a GA B2100, and to be honest, I think the GA B2100 on an aftermarket case and strap makes more sense than the GST B500, and should be around the same money. The GST B400 is really hard to read, as is the GA 2100 (the skeleton one), so the GA B2100 I've ordered has a normal LCD, not the reversed on all the other models. I wanted a MTG B2000, but the MTG B3000 looks much more like an MRG. Love the fact you know what you're taking about, you review as an owner rather than someone who has a watch for a week, keep it up lad
Hi
Is the b100 allot bigger than the b400?
I have small wrists so the b400 will fit me better?🎉
@@qaching the b100 is enormous, much bigger than the b400
@@tonyd223 ok thanks, my wrists are about 6.5 inches, so the b400 will fit me better?
Modded my gab2100 with metal case. Looks good
The lack of micro-adjustment holes made it lighter.
🤣
I think the bracket links have resin inside, is this correct?
No, I think this model (unlike previous B line) have pressed metal inside them as I can see inside the link and that's what I see. They have folded chunks of steel inside them. On some of the more expensive Gshocks, yes they have used plastic inside the links to reduce weight (like on the MTG-B2000D-1A which you can see on Casios website). This one is similar to my 4 year model GST W330D which has folded steel links. HOWEVER, they are still well made and they significantly reduce the weight and improve comfort, so I'm not completely against them. And this will now be my daily beater. However, I would prefer a plastic combo like the more expensive models, or just solid links like the B200/300/400, but it does increase the weight if they use solid steel (and price). This model is £279 RRP compared to £399 on the B400D with solid links.
@@ATIWatchReviews thanks for the information 👍👊
they're just going backwards with these, I'll keep my B300, much more solid, more premium caseback, better display layout (in my opinion)
The bracelet is less premium but I would argue the build of the case and design of the dial is superior. And its far comfier on bracelet than the b300 imo.
@@ATIWatchReviews all 5 versions are beautyful ! only 100 , 200, 300 are super big . 400 and 500 are human size ))
It's unfortunate that the only way they can make them smaller is by making them lower quality
@@stinkystealthysloth Not everyone can walk around with a tuna can on the wrist.
casio can not make normal clasp? such shame ! it probably costs less then 10 usd to produce normal clasp ( not pressed) !!
This or seiko arnie watch ?
This
Is it possible to put rubber strap?
There is a rubber strap version, more practical, really.
where to buy? strap version exist?
Not yet, but possibly in the future
You can buy direct from casio in the UK
@@ATIWatchReviews i am in Latvia )
every year the gst series gets cheaper and cheaper. A few minor improvements along the way such as steel lugs etc, but the first series had milled claps and engraved backs and was fully analogue. Now it has turned into some small, ana digi homage to itself with a pressed strainless steel back this time, ewe yuck
i got feeling that b400 model is not fully developed yet, bet they come with b500, it is too early. We still have no full gold b400. Still only few b 400 with normal legibility . We still have no b400 with colourful straps . I think Casio is wasting a lot of potential of b400 !!
It doesn't stop them bringing out new b400 models.
@@ATIWatchReviews yes, but it is confusing to have both similar models at the same time )
omg it looks ugly AF. I'm actually impressed how CASIO managed to F up the 5th generation of the GST B line. I love this line from the B100 all the way to the B400. This B500 looks atrocious.
I wouldn't call it atrocious but it does look cheaper
You must be looking at a different watch. To me the b500 looks a lot better than the b400, which is a bit gaudy to my eyes.
Ur blind 😂
every year the gst series gets cheaper and cheaper. A few minor improvements along the way such as steel lugs etc, but the first series had milled claps and engraved backs and was fully analogue. Now it has turned into some small, ana digi homage to itself with cheap negative displays and a pressed stainless steel back this time instead of the laser milled versions on previous years, ewe yuck. and what is the point of making it thinner? if i want thin i can get an edifice or something else. Its a g shock
Still prefer the 300
For looks it's the best I think. But not comfort
@@ATIWatchReviews yeah they definitely did a great job slimming down the 400's and 500's
I have stealth version, liked 👅
Done .. bought it
The clasp is rubbish.
The bracelet needs screw links as well.
The watch is a bit overpriced.
Nice design though -
I really like the overall look of the watch 👍
The bracelet needs either screw links or the design as the b400, which is a springbar system. They are also not solid links unlike the b400. However, it has superior taper and comfort. Definitely
That aliexpress watch is way too loose on your wrist
hahaha its because i was taking pictures of it and so put all the links in
В реальности часы выглядят лучше!!!
And yet again you can't see the digital display as it's so dark just like the 400 so I'll pass......
the new one looks ugly.
Interesting comment. I think it looks better at least the 1a model
@@ATIWatchReviews the overall design is ok but the wheels really spoiled the overall design. im sticking with my gstb 400x1a4
@@rufnek3124 Your mind is playing tricks to justify not getting this model since you have the b400 already. I don't have a gsteel gshock, so I can objectively say I will pick up the b500 over the b400, to me is better looking. I asked for my wife's opinion and it's confirmed ;)
Hommage = copied...
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