I just got this a week ago. This has a compass too. The seconds needle points north and the digital display in the bottom shows the direction you are point to.
When I look at the ProTrek, I see a line that's not quite a G-shock but not a traditional Casio style watch (see: digital square) either, it's somewhere in between. Big enough to use in a quick glance, solid lume, plenty of features but not as bulky as a G-shock. The name itself lends me to look at it as a hiker/outdoor watch that won't suffer the abuse of something like a Mudmaster/Frogman etc. Great looking watch that does all you want and little more. Cool look at the ProTrek and nice job Random Rob making Bruce get out of his comfort zone!
Good review. I have the same basic Protrek except for the one with the green nylon strap. Agree super comfortable watch. Very legible. I would say the legibility on yours is even better. Like yours my negative display is one of the best I have seen for legibility when it comes to negative displays. I am also a G-Shock guy who took a chance with Protrek and am glad I did.
I rock with the protrek pet-50 (-2 the blue version) and to be honest I love it . Pro treks and G shock masters of G are really the only watches that really give you the most value for your money. Also when you begin to put readable feature on a watch why would anyone want a smaller screen. You can always return to where you started, parked or got off a train with the location memory function. I have a step counter, weather change info due to the barometer.... there is so much to love.
Great watches, I have 2 of the PRW-6800Y-1JF (Black), PRW-6800-1JF, PRW-2500R, PRW-240-1, Casio Data Bank AW80V-5BV and a PRG-600-1CR (that is very similat to the one you are reviewing. Great video by the way.
to all the people outthere lookin to buy this watch just do u will never regret ur choice when u go to sleep after a hike and that thing glows on man .. it has the most comfortable back case and strap ever made
I've got a G-Shock and 3 Pro Trek's and I have to say that my fav is the Pro Trek's. Not many people I know even know they exist and I kinda like that. Apart from that they are just great watches and they look very, very smart/different/nice if you ask me. Great review btw.
The video does not do justice to the nightlight. It looks more like a black light with the hands and outer indices purple and other parts green. That’s my FAV feature on this watch!
Great review. Just got mine, but it's delivered at my mom's place, I've to wait till Christmas to Get it, and I'm dying to for it. Is it the Model PRG-650Y-1DR ? One question, the strap glows Blue or green? Thanks nd Merry Christmas in advance
I´ve my eyes on this model since Rob´s review... Oh boy, this is my next watch! The only function it lacks which would make it the ultimate watch for me: steptracker/fitness features. Nevertheless I am buying this for myself for X-Mas!
A bit late, but they already make what is basically a smaller version of this, with the atomic clock syncing: the PRW-60 and PRW-50 series. There are even a couple sapphire crystal models. Only problems are that many of them aren't available normally in the US, and obviously the price.
Hey Bruce! the reason is big is because the sensors inside require a lot of space. Actually this protreks were bigger! and this model you have is the downsize! that's as small as it can get at this point haha, but Casio is trying to make them smaller and smaller.
Casio has already made some Pro Trek ana-digi models that are smaller than the PRG-650. They are the PRW-50 and PRW-60, which are about 4mm smaller in diameter. protrek.com/asia-mea/en/watches/PRW-60/
You are totally right!! I've been put off buying G-Shock because of the large size, so I bought a GW-M5610-1ER and it is a great size. I would buy more G-Shock or Pro-Trek if they were max 46mm. Come on Casio, we want a smaller option.
Good review. If Casio would drop the tick tick second hand, like an Aerospace, I'd like it more. My Breitling stands up to yard work with axe & chainsaw so that's what I roll with.
Only holding the watch by the strap for a few se once already lets the temperature display rise. You need to put it down and keep your hands away, dude.
Not sure I get these. The Casio Royale does what I need, has 100m of water resistance and is much smaller. Also, an under appreciated and stylish square Gshock the G-8100 does my tough duty if I need it. I might have to pick up one of the gshocks like you have to compare but as far as this pro trek I just can justify it especially for that size. I got the High Gear Altiforce a number of years back for an ABC watch and it's just so much hassle and you always have to reset things and that was just about the smallest you could get at the time. I want to like this but like 99% of the people commenting the size makes it not make sense.
I’m going to be completely honest with you that watch on your wrist shot is way too small for your wrist lmfao and the band looks even more funny you might wanna just wear that when you are home it kinda reminds me of “fat man in a little coat” 😂
I've always looked at G-shock as gaudy, for the toxically-masculine meathead (if only for show and not for utility), laughably overpriced and obnoxiously big (mostly the round versions), making guys with >7" wrists look thin and girly. So, being that you're a G-shock guy, tell me what YOU love about them, and if you use them for their incredible durability, or why you wouldn't go with a nearly identical "Illuminator" style. I'm genuinely curious to understand the reasons one would pay over $200 for a tiny digital display with basic complications and average sport watch water resistance UNLESS they work in the Arctic regions, as a logger, or oil rig worker. :)
Casio has been my favorite brand since 83ish
I just got this a week ago. This has a compass too. The seconds needle points north and the digital display in the bottom shows the direction you are point to.
When I look at the ProTrek, I see a line that's not quite a G-shock but not a traditional Casio style watch (see: digital square) either, it's somewhere in between. Big enough to use in a quick glance, solid lume, plenty of features but not as bulky as a G-shock. The name itself lends me to look at it as a hiker/outdoor watch that won't suffer the abuse of something like a Mudmaster/Frogman etc. Great looking watch that does all you want and little more.
Cool look at the ProTrek and nice job Random Rob making Bruce get out of his comfort zone!
I really like this, thanks for review Bruce. 😉
Good review. I have the same basic Protrek except for the one with the green nylon strap. Agree super comfortable watch. Very legible. I would say the legibility on yours is even better. Like yours my negative display is one of the best I have seen for legibility when it comes to negative displays. I am also a G-Shock guy who took a chance with Protrek and am glad I did.
You are right! That backlight looks awesome!! Handsome watch. The size, idk, I'm still thinking on getting it. Great video. Thanks
I like the grey hued crown and bezel too. Gives it a stealthy look
Found your channel from watching Rob and now every time I watch your videos I think "Bruce loose" over and over.
I rock with the protrek pet-50 (-2 the blue version) and to be honest I love it . Pro treks and G shock masters of G are really the only watches that really give you the most value for your money. Also when you begin to put readable feature on a watch why would anyone want a smaller screen. You can always return to where you started, parked or got off a train with the location memory function. I have a step counter, weather change info due to the barometer.... there is so much to love.
Why do you wear a watch so close to your wrist where the crown digs into your hand? I wear mine just past the bone bump on my wrist
Great watches, I have 2 of the PRW-6800Y-1JF (Black), PRW-6800-1JF, PRW-2500R, PRW-240-1, Casio Data Bank AW80V-5BV and a PRG-600-1CR (that is very similat to the one you are reviewing. Great video by the way.
to all the people outthere lookin to buy this watch just do u will never regret ur choice when u go to sleep after a hike and that thing glows on man .. it has the most comfortable back case and strap ever made
Great review! Keep it up!
I've got a G-Shock and 3 Pro Trek's and I have to say that my fav is the Pro Trek's. Not many people I know even know they exist and I kinda like that. Apart from that they are just great watches and they look very, very smart/different/nice if you ask me. Great review btw.
for me, This is such a beautiful watch. its on wish list now.
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The video does not do justice to the nightlight. It looks more like a black light with the hands and outer indices purple and other parts green. That’s my FAV feature on this watch!
Great review. Just got mine, but it's delivered at my mom's place, I've to wait till Christmas to Get it, and I'm dying to for it. Is it the Model PRG-650Y-1DR ?
One question, the strap glows Blue or green?
Thanks nd Merry Christmas in advance
Man that Oris has me thinkin...... I kinda need one of those haha that thing is AMAZING lookin!
Nice explanation,
Yes Casio make such watches in smaller size also....
So beautiful but oversize ...
I´ve my eyes on this model since Rob´s review... Oh boy, this is my next watch! The only function it lacks which would make it the ultimate watch for me: steptracker/fitness features. Nevertheless I am buying this for myself for X-Mas!
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A bit late, but they already make what is basically a smaller version of this, with the atomic clock syncing: the PRW-60 and PRW-50 series. There are even a couple sapphire crystal models. Only problems are that many of them aren't available normally in the US, and obviously the price.
Hey Bruce! the reason is big is because the sensors inside require a lot of space. Actually this protreks were bigger! and this model you have is the downsize! that's as small as it can get at this point haha, but Casio is trying to make them smaller and smaller.
That is awesome to know, thank you for enlightening me!
Can this watch move the hands away from the digital window so you can see the display? If so, what do you push to do so?
Bell & Ross just came out w/a full lume strap watch.
I'd own so many more Casio watches if they came in a smaller size.
TheStig ZeroZeroZero A lot of Women, Girls and Boys have that problem. I prefer a Man’s size time piece. Did you try shopping in the boy’s department?
@@catlady8324 Nah, too busy shopping at the big pee pee store.
I have no idea how you can wear a watch on or slightly forward of your wrist bone. I put my PRG-600 on the same way to see and it’s painful!
Hi there! Is this shock resistant?
FLAVA FLAVE TIME lol I'm about to buy this now but geez that's a big time piece man
I just got one and I cannot tell if it is broken or I am too inept to get it dialed in.
Is the tick of the second hand loud?
I have the pro trek watch it shows charge does anyone know wht is the problem?
We have totally opposite taste hah. You couldn't pay me to wear that gold watch. That said, super nice review!
I agree that gold watch is cringe
Love your reviews but seriously 49 mm !
i have 6 and half inch wrist and this watch doesnt feel big i wear it ,25/7 i swim work hike go party with this watch
That's it. I'm selling my torch and getting one of these.
Casio has already made some Pro Trek ana-digi models that are smaller than the PRG-650. They are the PRW-50 and PRW-60, which are about 4mm smaller in diameter. protrek.com/asia-mea/en/watches/PRW-60/
Awesome, thanks for sharing Gary
You are totally right!! I've been put off buying G-Shock because of the large size, so I bought a GW-M5610-1ER and it is a great size. I would buy more G-Shock or Pro-Trek if they were max 46mm. Come on Casio, we want a smaller option.
It is nice. Big is the way to go, esp. for men.
Hey Bruce, can you use a NATO on this piece? Thanks!
PERFECT size watch. Any smaller and I might as well wear a woman’s watch.
It’s a frisbee on your wrist 🤔
For big boys only
5:50 just get a tempered glass screen protector and keep the price from doubling! ⌚️
Good review. If Casio would drop the tick tick second hand, like an Aerospace, I'd like it more. My Breitling stands up to yard work with axe & chainsaw so that's what I roll with.
Only holding the watch by the strap for a few se once already lets the temperature display rise. You need to put it down and keep your hands away, dude.
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Funny, I ordered this watch about an hour ago. Before I watched this video. The big size is subjective I guess. Nice review.
Congrats!
Well most people cannot really pull off a huge watch. They try but it always looks ridiculous.
Only 48mm? Naaa too small
Nice... but wayyyy too big for my wrist
It’s a perfect watch until you saw the cut out on 6.
I am ok w/ the cut-out.
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Nice, but it needs AT LEAST ONE OF THE FOLLOWING, BLUETOOTH, SOLAR, OR MB6. Any of those, I'd buy it in a second. Thanks Bruce. 👍👍
Steven this unit is solar
@@jimhine Okay, thanks!
Not sure I get these. The Casio Royale does what I need, has 100m of water resistance and is much smaller. Also, an under appreciated and stylish square Gshock the G-8100 does my tough duty if I need it. I might have to pick up one of the gshocks like you have to compare but as far as this pro trek I just can justify it especially for that size. I got the High Gear Altiforce a number of years back for an ABC watch and it's just so much hassle and you always have to reset things and that was just about the smallest you could get at the time. I want to like this but like 99% of the people commenting the size makes it not make sense.
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You're welcome.
For the average 6'+ 200lb+ man it really is not a big watch.
getting triggered by how low down the wrist you wear watches ..
I’m going to be completely honest with you that watch on your wrist shot is way too small for your wrist lmfao and the band looks even more funny you might wanna just wear that when you are home it kinda reminds me of “fat man in a little coat” 😂
I pretty much am Tommy Boy in real life sooo
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I've always looked at G-shock as gaudy, for the toxically-masculine meathead (if only for show and not for utility), laughably overpriced and obnoxiously big (mostly the round versions), making guys with >7" wrists look thin and girly. So, being that you're a G-shock guy, tell me what YOU love about them, and if you use them for their incredible durability, or why you wouldn't go with a nearly identical "Illuminator" style. I'm genuinely curious to understand the reasons one would pay over $200 for a tiny digital display with basic complications and average sport watch water resistance UNLESS they work in the Arctic regions, as a logger, or oil rig worker. :)
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people, you can actually start watching at 3:10 ish. before that its just rubbish and not watch review.
Multiband 6 is fucking garbage casio should remove that crap, Bluetooth 10x better.
Didn't even mention the compass or altimeter. Such a waste of time watching this video..