I have 2 issues. First, the numbers can fade quite a bit if you're not looking at the display straight on. Secondly, when you activate the backlight and then change the mode, it turns the light off making you have to press the light button again. Minor issues. Still an incredible watch.
I did buy one for the multiband synching but I agree the alarm / timer sound is so quiet AND high pitched. The standard 5600E is a bit better in that regard and cheaper.
6 to 9 months battery life….Mine, in battery saver mode, stayed charged for 2 years. Left it locked in my work locker and was unexpected redeployed. When I returned, open my locker up, watch “woke up” the time and date were still correct. Thought it would be dead, but no was still keeping good time.
G-SHOCK SPORTS GBD-200 with the MIP is amazing. And the resin is even better... only con is it's NOT solar. TBH if they updated the 5610 giving it a MIP display and a step counter... that would be perfect.
Great video, this is a nice watch. I have two squares, the GMW-B5000D-1ER which is a full metal version, but it's on the heavier side. Then I bought the GW-5000U which is very confortable, the resin is very flexible, I think it's different compared to my other resin g-shocks. The dial is not that colorful but I like the metal case and caseback, the functions are the same with this version you presented. I know it's more expensive, but the materials are different, and the metal case Is more durable.
Very strongly considering getting the 5000U for the metal case and the upgraded materials! It's been hard to justify just because it's essentially the same module as the 5610 but I've heard the experience and feel is completely different. How do you like thee full metal version in comparison?
@WatchReviewRewind Yes, you are right, it's all about the materials, this higher end ones are also made in Japan, adding to the costs. The MR-G series costs thousands, the module is almost the same, but gold is used in the module, it is manually assembled and finished. I like the full metal version, the display is using STN technology, very legible. On the other side, just like with any polished metal watch, you will have to deal with more visible scratches. It's a more heavier watch. If you have a smaller wrist, you have to consider the fact that the end links are almost fixed, increasing the lug to lug dimension.
I'll try and get my hands on a full metal, but what you mentioned about the fixed lugs is one of the biggest reasons i've considered the 5000U instead. Enjoy both of your watches mate! thanks for the feedback!
I have a 5600 and I honestly don't wear it as much as I'd had hope because of those recessed buttons. I get what they were trying to do, but it's completely unnecessary. If they had them all stick out a little bit more and made it easier to push, it would still be protected. In comparison, my 1500 us enormous and the buttons stick WAY out and I've never hit them or accidentally changed a mode or anything. Casio can instantly make that line better by putting regular buttons on it. Just my thoughts.
I have both the old version with the EL backlight and the current U version with the LED backlight. My old one saw me through several hospital surgeries and visits and a couple of the surgeons noticed it as a great all round durable watch, everyone else ignored it and that was why I chose the watch for those occasions. My older one does not show the time in stopwatch mode or countdown but it does count the hours where the newer one does not. I'm totally fine with both but I do like to see the time in the small display in most modes. The back light is more even with the now long discontinued EL version and much easier to read after being in the dark for a while, the LED light on the U version is brighter but less even but both are great. The mineral glass on both being shrouded by the bezel is very well protected so it should should the test of time very well and is very clear. It's not a dress watch for some formal occasions but the full metal 5000's cover that very well.
The real flaw is that you forget about your other watches. Really though, the buttons make the user interface a pain to use. Especially if you have another gshock like the gd350 and will time things regularly. I always say, the 5610 is easy to wear every day, the gd350 is easy to use every day.
I had this watch and gave it to a friend. It’s a go most places md wear with most clothes. I never wore it when dressed up. My problem with it was not being able to tell time while using the timer or stopwatch without changing functions.
On this latest GW-M5610U when you're in stopwatch, timer or world time mode the current time shows in the box usually reserved for the date. I got it a few months ago and there are some nice touches, like the full city name scrolls when in world time mode and you select a city. And more importantly for me in the UK you can show DD MM date format.
I picked up the Jay and Kay adapters for mine. While they’re not perfect.. the down angle is a bit steep.. they’re well made, solid, trustworthy and I can add any comfy 22mm rubber or silicone strap I like. I understand this defeats one of the impact ratings .. but honestly I don’t care. The OEM strap I find uncomfortable. So I’m ok sacrificing some impact resistance for comfort. I have a couple Fkm rubber straps that look wicked. Now if I could just mod that light pusher …
I totally get they have taken away a bit of originality, but having this watch myself, I fully forgive as the LED is really bright and makes for better nighttime viewing.
@@simonbeasley989 LED is better .. EL backlight on mine works fine after 10 years. Wore it every day .. No scratches on the face .. Updated to the U last month ..
I got this watch a couple of months ago and it (almost nevever) left my wrist ever since. You forgot to mention how easy it is to modify to your liking. For me it is a solid 10/10 for a cool, casual, everyday banger 👍🏻👍🏻
This watch has probably one of the longest honeymoon periods! Mine lasted like 6 months of everyday wear (minus formal occasions) but still... must have for any collection
I totally agree with everything you have said except the visibility, it's perfect looking straight on but when you angle the watch a little away you lose the visibility, which happens to a lot of Casio watches but not all.
I love that watch, and with the steel bracelets and cases (silver and black) from aliexpress it’s dressy as hell. But I have to admit that the metal Casioak GBM-2100 that I bought two months ago is my favorite G-Shock at the moment, also great on 6 inch wrists. And the Alarm sound ist better on the Casioak, the high pitched and too quiet alarm on the 5610 is almost inaudible to my old ears.
I'm partial to the 5000U for its even more muted look, but I wouldn't wear it in any formal situation. The number of watches at relatively low prices that DO fit those situations, that's a growing list that gets ever more impressive.
@@WatchReviewRewind The strap is incredibly soft and flexible, I'm able to wear it one size-hole looser because of the general grippiness of the material, so it doesn't slide around. I mainly got it for the steel case in a 'buy it for life' frame of mind. The screwdown caseback is polished and feels smooth against the wrist. I like the baby blue colored LED backlight, very subtle and easy to read in the dark. I think the metal squares use something like 5 total backlights - this appears to have 1 and does a great job.
@@Samuraiprojects mannnn that sounds great if I'm being honest. I read somewhere that the steel case module has additional protection from shocks because they added more layers of rubber as well. I told myself years ago I'd buy the 5000U as soon as the 5610 was banged up enough but this thing is still going strong. I may have to just do it anyway
I just picked up a "McFly" (actually a "Breaking Bad"--the McFly is an older model) CA-53W. It's the third one I've ever owned, and I love it. It looks almost (but not quite) snappy enough to wear with a suit. The only things I wish I could change: add a countdown timer, and add the choice for the home screen to show the date or the day of the week. And of course, an EL backlight.
I fell in love with gshock for sure but the analog ones are so awesome to me because they are 20 bar and quartz with a motherboard and so futuristic but maintaining the classic analog dials. a true time machine.
You Should try the MR-G B5000B-01. It's the ultimate watch. After owning 4 Rolex and Omega and a ton of others, the MRG B5000B-01 the the black beauty. It's even growing on me after a year and of course it looks as good now as brand new because of the diamond coating. It's the Goat of the 1983 5000C.
I wear a G902 GMW-B5000GD-9D R G-shock... to my outdoor projects as well as board meetings.... It always becomes a subject of conversation... The watch even beats a gold plated Rolex. 😁 🙏
Ive a lot of g shocks and gotta admit this is my regular go to piece...Its the best budget all rounder square for the money they are...Hoping they plop a MiP SCREEN IN ONE IN TIME AND ACTUALLY LISTEN TO WHAT THE CUSTOMERS WANT....Great review...
Excellent video. I just subscribed to your channel. I put a little thumb up. I bought mine two years ago. It's a special 'blued' edition for the JDM. I had to use a proxy to get it. It cost me about 160 USD. I just wished if Casio would have added the Bluetooth. I'm in Montreal so I rely on Colorado for atomic time. I have a question. Do I have to put my watch near the window in direction to the south west or it doesn't make any difference. Keep up the good work. Cheers!
Thank you for that! And I'm my experience, I don't think the direction matters, it's more about the location where you place your watch. Windows are great, just make sure there are no electronic devices near the watch because they can cause interference with the radio waves
I have the 5600, which doesn't tell the time whilst using the chronometer or timer. That's annoying, but the backlight is electroluminescent which I prefer. So, swings and roundabouts. I always take it with me when travelling, and it's been great so far. I wouldn't use it in a job interview, though: it is quite casual looking, and would give a slight ill-educated vibe if paired with a suit imo
I have about a 6 inch wrist and this GShock just about fits but I found the plastic strap very uncomfortable, particularly the ridges close to the watch. I got a combi bracelet from AliExpress which made all the difference for a comfortable fit. I love this watch but agree that I wouldn't wear it in any sort of formal setting.
@@WatchReviewRewind I haven't had it long but it seems ok and is really comfortable. There are 2 types on AliX and after reading the reviews I went for the more expensive one. At around £16 it's expensive for a mostly plastic bracelet but it's easily sized with spring bars for each link and feels sturdy enough. The effective lug to lug is large due to the first links but I can get away with it on my thin wrist.
As far as wearability goes for suits I see a lot of people wearing these days smart watches with suits. If that’s acceptable, then a square should be acceptable. I’ve never owned, and never will own, simply refuse to buy or wear, a smart watch. Great video my friend!
@WatchReviewRewind thanks bud, good video, new subscriber. I tried the v1 combi but im going for the v2 combi for lighter weight, and i kinda like the look better
*Why is it that not a single TH-camr mentions the useless alarm on the Casio M5610U (all caps: USELESS)?* What’s the point of having a digital watch even with Radio sync & Solar if the alarm is so quiet you can’t hear it even while you’re awake? It definitely won’t wake you up while you’re sleeping, maybe the snoozeable one might, after six attempts. Why does the illumination turn off when any button is pressed? Why is there only one snoozeable alarm? Good luck finding the button to shut it down when it goes off. Why aren’t there settings for WEEKDAY and WEEKEND alarms? Why can the hour chime be automatically silenced from 11:00 PM until the morning alarm? And why hasn’t an effective vibrate feature been added to this watch? *If they included these features, you’d have THE ONLY WATCH YOU NEED!*
Good point on the alarm! I have an actual alarm clock which is unbearably loud 📢 but definitely the 5600 is slightly louder than this model. They used a different paraelectric speaker on these I believe
My Timex Expedition T49851 (which cost just $35 at the time) is more of a tool watch than all the $100-range G-Shocks combined-that’s a fact. It’s spent more time on my wrist than any other watch, including the Casio M5610U, which I regret buying. There’s no need for nails to press the buttons; it has a vibration alarm strong enough to wake the dead, plus weekday/weekend alarms - all snoozeable, a repeatable timer, a hydration reminder, and even an occasion reminder. Too bad Timex decided to discontinue it, and old stock is hard to find.
I have one of these for years and if I wore it 10 times I would be shocked. Nothing bad about the watch but I just don't like digital, one has to actually read the time and with an analogue I guess it's more of a pattern recognition with a quick glance. Anyway, the perfect watch for me, that btw killed my watch collecting thing, is the Citizen Tough. My happens to be a special RMC edition but regular models of that time or older (slimmer) are just perfect: their size, weight, titanium hard, solar, 200m or 300m WR, highly legible, not bling but also not a rubbish boutique watch that someone into watches will appreciate. It is to me what a Gshock is to most Gshock lovers. I would love to have another similar watch to rotate but there's the problem, I never found one.
@@WatchReviewRewind Agreed, I would use the alarm and timer function a lot more if I could easily operate the button while still on my wrist. I have another cheaper casio I was going to take one of the longer buttons off that and swap it, but its way too far down on the list of things to do, lol.
Your Baby Driver scale seems strange to me. The other scales mostly seem to measure objective quality, but this one is entirely a function of the purpose for which the watch was designed. If I'm understanding this correctly, any durable watch (and any G-Shock) will never get a perfect score, since watch fragility is equated with quality.
Yeah, in formal circumstances this watch would stick out like a sore thumb. Unless you wanna project that "I don't give an f" vibe, you better pick something else. There are g-shocks you could kinda, sorta get away with in a suit, but it's not this one. It is a great watch though, no doubt about it.
I actually don't like it at all. First, it's very easy to scratch it, no comparison with sapphire at all. They protect it by keeping face of the watch deep, but it makes it hard to clean. It's a fingerprint magnet. Somehow this watch is always the dirtiest of all my watches. What's the worst - radio sync used to be working fine but randomly stopped. Only way to keep it in sync is through bluetooth connection with the phone, but you need this annoying Casio app for that.
From my experience with the watch, i find it extremely comfortable and the only real downside is the weak alarm
I have 2 issues. First, the numbers can fade quite a bit if you're not looking at the display straight on. Secondly, when you activate the backlight and then change the mode, it turns the light off making you have to press the light button again. Minor issues. Still an incredible watch.
I own one, and the worst feature is the pathetically feeble alarm. It makes the alarm and timer features nearly useless.
I did buy one for the multiband synching but I agree the alarm / timer sound is so quiet AND high pitched. The standard 5600E is a bit better in that regard and cheaper.
6 to 9 months battery life….Mine, in battery saver mode, stayed charged for 2 years. Left it locked in my work locker and was unexpected redeployed. When I returned, open my locker up, watch “woke up” the time and date were still correct. Thought it would be dead, but no was still keeping good time.
2 years?! That's insane. Too bad you couldn't take it with you I'm sure it would've come back with some great stories
Why didn’t you take it with you
G-SHOCK SPORTS GBD-200 with the MIP is amazing.
And the resin is even better... only con is it's NOT solar.
TBH if they updated the 5610 giving it a MIP display and a step counter... that would be perfect.
Great video, this is a nice watch. I have two squares, the GMW-B5000D-1ER which is a full metal version, but it's on the heavier side. Then I bought the GW-5000U which is very confortable, the resin is very flexible, I think it's different compared to my other resin g-shocks. The dial is not that colorful but I like the metal case and caseback, the functions are the same with this version you presented. I know it's more expensive, but the materials are different, and the metal case Is more durable.
Very strongly considering getting the 5000U for the metal case and the upgraded materials! It's been hard to justify just because it's essentially the same module as the 5610 but I've heard the experience and feel is completely different. How do you like thee full metal version in comparison?
@WatchReviewRewind Yes, you are right, it's all about the materials, this higher end ones are also made in Japan, adding to the costs. The MR-G series costs thousands, the module is almost the same, but gold is used in the module, it is manually assembled and finished. I like the full metal version, the display is using STN technology, very legible. On the other side, just like with any polished metal watch, you will have to deal with more visible scratches. It's a more heavier watch. If you have a smaller wrist, you have to consider the fact that the end links are almost fixed, increasing the lug to lug dimension.
I'll try and get my hands on a full metal, but what you mentioned about the fixed lugs is one of the biggest reasons i've considered the 5000U instead. Enjoy both of your watches mate! thanks for the feedback!
@WatchReviewRewind Thanks, the GW 5000U is a great watch,reminds me of the original.
I have a 5600 and I honestly don't wear it as much as I'd had hope because of those recessed buttons. I get what they were trying to do, but it's completely unnecessary. If they had them all stick out a little bit more and made it easier to push, it would still be protected. In comparison, my 1500 us enormous and the buttons stick WAY out and I've never hit them or accidentally changed a mode or anything. Casio can instantly make that line better by putting regular buttons on it. Just my thoughts.
I have both the old version with the EL backlight and the current U version with the LED backlight. My old one saw me through several hospital surgeries and visits and a couple of the surgeons noticed it as a great all round durable watch, everyone else ignored it and that was why I chose the watch for those occasions. My older one does not show the time in stopwatch mode or countdown but it does count the hours where the newer one does not. I'm totally fine with both but I do like to see the time in the small display in most modes. The back light is more even with the now long discontinued EL version and much easier to read after being in the dark for a while, the LED light on the U version is brighter but less even but both are great. The mineral glass on both being shrouded by the bezel is very well protected so it should should the test of time very well and is very clear. It's not a dress watch for some formal occasions but the full metal 5000's cover that very well.
The real flaw is that you forget about your other watches. Really though, the buttons make the user interface a pain to use. Especially if you have another gshock like the gd350 and will time things regularly. I always say, the 5610 is easy to wear every day, the gd350 is easy to use every day.
Great saying! I think a lot of us would agree
I had this watch and gave it to a friend. It’s a go most places md wear with most clothes. I never wore it when dressed up. My problem with it was not being able to tell time while using the timer or stopwatch without changing functions.
On this latest GW-M5610U when you're in stopwatch, timer or world time mode the current time shows in the box usually reserved for the date. I got it a few months ago and there are some nice touches, like the full city name scrolls when in world time mode and you select a city. And more importantly for me in the UK you can show DD MM date format.
Nailed the Nico.
"Gazio. Gad tier."
I picked up the Jay and Kay adapters for mine. While they’re not perfect.. the down angle is a bit steep.. they’re well made, solid, trustworthy and I can add any comfy 22mm rubber or silicone strap I like. I understand this defeats one of the impact ratings .. but honestly I don’t care. The OEM strap I find uncomfortable. So I’m ok sacrificing some impact resistance for comfort.
I have a couple Fkm rubber straps that look wicked.
Now if I could just mod that light pusher …
FKM Rubber straps look so cool honestly. Great mods, I might have to try that combo out
The 5610 is the best square g hands down.
You could be right, but the GW-5000U may be better.
@ianmaw66 No battery change needed makes it tops for me.
Hate that they’ve been ditching the EL backlights for plain white LEDs.
I totally get they have taken away a bit of originality, but having this watch myself, I fully forgive as the LED is really bright and makes for better nighttime viewing.
@ they could introduce some color.
@@simonbeasley989I kind of the opposite…the LED is too bright for me! The EL blue was easier on the eyes at 3am.
@@simonbeasley989 LED is better .. EL backlight on mine works fine after 10 years. Wore it every day .. No scratches on the face .. Updated to the U last month ..
9:24 Well, full metal g-shock, no problem with suit. And ask the snob if he want to set his Rolex on atomic time 😅
I have the 35th Anniversary, 40th, Coca-Cola Limited & Charles Darwin and I absolutely Love all of them!.
I got this watch a couple of months ago and it (almost nevever) left my wrist ever since. You forgot to mention how easy it is to modify to your liking. For me it is a solid 10/10 for a cool, casual, everyday banger 👍🏻👍🏻
This watch has probably one of the longest honeymoon periods! Mine lasted like 6 months of everyday wear (minus formal occasions) but still... must have for any collection
my only problem with G-Shock i just wish the rubber band last longer :(
The light pusher is very difficult to depress.
I've wore my MRG with a tux and got complements on the watch.
An MRG is in a league of it's own entirely! Amazing watch with incredible engineering! Cheers
This video has made me want to buy one for my husband very informative
Your Multiband 6 diagram was actually Multiband 5, as it missed out the UK transmitter :)
…..and it’s one of the oldest.
The Nico Leonard impression was on point 😂
I had to do it 😂 cheers mate!
I totally agree with everything you have said except the visibility, it's perfect looking straight on but when you angle the watch a little away you lose the visibility, which happens to a lot of Casio watches but not all.
Yeah it's terrible on the DW5600, this model seems to be a little more crisp. But if you want visibility from ALL angles you gotta go MIP 😎
That is why I sold it. I couldn't stand screen blur when you tilt the dial.
Well Done. I agree.
This is my daily for many years now. Love it.
Amazing watch 😎 how's it holding up?
@ pretty much still in perfect condition. I never need to worry about it.
@@AP0LL0edc I've been trying to kill mine since the day I got it 😂 just so I could justify getting the 5000U but so far... Nothing
By chance for the competitors, human beings are completely irrational creatures, because otherwise no other watch would be ever sold.
Well I have a 5.5 inch wrist and I have to wear it on the 4th notch. Though it’s still a little big most of the time
I love that watch, and with the steel bracelets and cases (silver and black) from aliexpress it’s dressy as hell.
But I have to admit that the metal Casioak GBM-2100 that I bought two months ago is my favorite G-Shock at the moment, also great on 6 inch wrists. And the Alarm sound ist better on the Casioak, the high pitched and too quiet alarm on the 5610 is almost inaudible to my old ears.
I'm partial to the 5000U for its even more muted look, but I wouldn't wear it in any formal situation. The number of watches at relatively low prices that DO fit those situations, that's a growing list that gets ever more impressive.
How's the 5000U? Strongly considering it because of the screw down and metal module. But also for the upgraded bracelet
@@WatchReviewRewind The strap is incredibly soft and flexible, I'm able to wear it one size-hole looser because of the general grippiness of the material, so it doesn't slide around. I mainly got it for the steel case in a 'buy it for life' frame of mind. The screwdown caseback is polished and feels smooth against the wrist. I like the baby blue colored LED backlight, very subtle and easy to read in the dark. I think the metal squares use something like 5 total backlights - this appears to have 1 and does a great job.
@@Samuraiprojects mannnn that sounds great if I'm being honest. I read somewhere that the steel case module has additional protection from shocks because they added more layers of rubber as well. I told myself years ago I'd buy the 5000U as soon as the 5610 was banged up enough but this thing is still going strong. I may have to just do it anyway
I just picked up a "McFly" (actually a "Breaking Bad"--the McFly is an older model) CA-53W. It's the third one I've ever owned, and I love it. It looks almost (but not quite) snappy enough to wear with a suit. The only things I wish I could change: add a countdown timer, and add the choice for the home screen to show the date or the day of the week. And of course, an EL backlight.
Totally agree. I’d rather not have the red line on it, though. The GW-5000U just edges it. Great video.
I fell in love with gshock for sure but the analog ones are so awesome to me because they are 20 bar and quartz with a motherboard and so futuristic but maintaining the classic analog dials. a true time machine.
You Should try the MR-G B5000B-01. It's the ultimate watch. After owning 4 Rolex and Omega and a ton of others, the MRG B5000B-01 the the black beauty. It's even growing on me after a year and of course it looks as good now as brand new because of the diamond coating. It's the Goat of the 1983 5000C.
Nice video, i wear all my Gshock all the time but when I go swimming I use my Casio Duro. 😃
💯 for me. I don’t need my watch to wake me up.
I wear a G902 GMW-B5000GD-9D R G-shock... to my outdoor projects as well as board meetings.... It always becomes a subject of conversation...
The watch even beats a gold plated Rolex.
😁
🙏
Gold plated?
Ive a lot of g shocks and gotta admit this is my regular go to piece...Its the best budget all rounder square for the money they are...Hoping they plop a MiP SCREEN IN ONE IN TIME AND ACTUALLY LISTEN TO WHAT THE CUSTOMERS WANT....Great review...
I 100% agree. And an actual square with an MIP would be 👏👏 such a home run from Casio. No clue why they aren't jumping on that train
for a more formal/classy digital watch I would go for the casio WS 1600 with a black metal mod and a leather band (and saphire glass)
I have a few G Shocks and wore my GM-5600MF-2ER to a funeral with a suit. I felt it went really well, a very subtle take on the square.
I found that all-white G-Shock DW-5600MW is more versitile and can be even worn with some business-casual outfits
Excellent video. I just subscribed to your channel. I put a little thumb up. I bought mine two years ago. It's a special 'blued' edition for the JDM. I had to use a proxy to get it. It cost me about 160 USD. I just wished if Casio would have added the Bluetooth. I'm in Montreal so I rely on Colorado for atomic time. I have a question. Do I have to put my watch near the window in direction to the south west or it doesn't make any difference. Keep up the good work. Cheers!
Thank you for that! And I'm my experience, I don't think the direction matters, it's more about the location where you place your watch. Windows are great, just make sure there are no electronic devices near the watch because they can cause interference with the radio waves
@@WatchReviewRewind Thank you so much. Have a great day.
I have the 5600, which doesn't tell the time whilst using the chronometer or timer. That's annoying, but the backlight is electroluminescent which I prefer. So, swings and roundabouts. I always take it with me when travelling, and it's been great so far. I wouldn't use it in a job interview, though: it is quite casual looking, and would give a slight ill-educated vibe if paired with a suit imo
@@welshfinn1 100% Absolutely agree with this! Especially the part about the job interview
not the ONLY GSHOCK for 6 inch wrist...ga-2100 is a great option too 😁
No, it's bigger than this. The square fits perfectly on my 6 inch wrist...
@wokesheep i have the casioak and i have 6 inch wrist too...and i still wish for a bigger dial watches haha .
@@_pushpak2510_ ohh, I see👍...I like watches to fit my wrist
Wear the watch and ditch the suit. Great video review.
Step 1: get boss to daily drive G-Shock
Step 2: boss then changes office dress code
Step 3: wear the suit anyway 😂
I have about a 6 inch wrist and this GShock just about fits but I found the plastic strap very uncomfortable, particularly the ridges close to the watch. I got a combi bracelet from AliExpress which made all the difference for a comfortable fit.
I love this watch but agree that I wouldn't wear it in any sort of formal setting.
Me too, found it uncomfortable to wear so I went for F91w, and never looked back.
After 4 years strap goes... but ali express sorted that out.
I think I might go for the combi bracelet as well for this one, how is the AliExpress one holding up?
@@WatchReviewRewind I haven't had it long but it seems ok and is really comfortable. There are 2 types on AliX and after reading the reviews I went for the more expensive one. At around £16 it's expensive for a mostly plastic bracelet but it's easily sized with spring bars for each link and feels sturdy enough. The effective lug to lug is large due to the first links but I can get away with it on my thin wrist.
The one and only watch you ever need!!!
It's an absolute "Must Have" for any collection 😁
I love the watch and own its predecessor but it simply cannot be a daily unless you never work in an office.
As far as wearability goes for suits I see a lot of people wearing these days smart watches with suits. If that’s acceptable, then a square should be acceptable. I’ve never owned, and never will own, simply refuse to buy or wear, a smart watch. Great video my friend!
Smart watch isn't a watch, it's a extension of a cellular device.
@@hectorthrills8193agreed!
Just bought the 5610u, waiting on combi bracelet in mail 🤪 great watch, and stainless model might even work good with a suit
I've always wanted to try the combi bracelet! My next G-Shock will definitely be the 5000U for the all metal module case 😎 enjoy your new watch btw!!
@WatchReviewRewind thanks bud, good video, new subscriber. I tried the v1 combi but im going for the v2 combi for lighter weight, and i kinda like the look better
*Why is it that not a single TH-camr mentions the useless alarm on the Casio M5610U (all caps: USELESS)?* What’s the point of having a digital watch even with Radio sync & Solar if the alarm is so quiet you can’t hear it even while you’re awake? It definitely won’t wake you up while you’re sleeping, maybe the snoozeable one might, after six attempts.
Why does the illumination turn off when any button is pressed?
Why is there only one snoozeable alarm? Good luck finding the button to shut it down when it goes off.
Why aren’t there settings for WEEKDAY and WEEKEND alarms?
Why can the hour chime be automatically silenced from 11:00 PM until the morning alarm?
And why hasn’t an effective vibrate feature been added to this watch?
*If they included these features, you’d have THE ONLY WATCH YOU NEED!*
many interesting points. Some other casios don't have those problems.
Good point on the alarm! I have an actual alarm clock which is unbearably loud 📢 but definitely the 5600 is slightly louder than this model. They used a different paraelectric speaker on these I believe
My Timex Expedition T49851 (which cost just $35 at the time) is more of a tool watch than all the $100-range G-Shocks combined-that’s a fact. It’s spent more time on my wrist than any other watch, including the Casio M5610U, which I regret buying. There’s no need for nails to press the buttons; it has a vibration alarm strong enough to wake the dead, plus weekday/weekend alarms - all snoozeable, a repeatable timer, a hydration reminder, and even an occasion reminder. Too bad Timex decided to discontinue it, and old stock is hard to find.
vibration alarm is always interesting
@10:26 a Casio Royale undercover 🤣🤣
5 button > 4 button. There. I said it. Choose model accordingly.
Not even gonna finish the video, because the reason for me is that the buttons are impossible to press, and I need those functions daily
Sorry to shatter your theory, but I have a 6 3/4 inch wrist and wear in the 8th or 9th notch.
Cannot read mine in strong sunlight.
I got watch strap adapters so I can put a non-shitty band on it.
Before even seeing this video: what is the smallest G-shock? My wrist is 15.5 cm? Is there a G-shock for a small wrist?
Smallest? I would say maybe a "Baby G". I think they're meant for females, but honestly this G-Shock will fit your wrist just fine
The GMD-S5600 is basically the same watch but smaller.
I have one of these for years and if I wore it 10 times I would be shocked. Nothing bad about the watch but I just don't like digital, one has to actually read the time and with an analogue I guess it's more of a pattern recognition with a quick glance. Anyway, the perfect watch for me, that btw killed my watch collecting thing, is the Citizen Tough. My happens to be a special RMC edition but regular models of that time or older (slimmer) are just perfect: their size, weight, titanium hard, solar, 200m or 300m WR, highly legible, not bling but also not a rubbish boutique watch that someone into watches will appreciate. It is to me what a Gshock is to most Gshock lovers. I would love to have another similar watch to rotate but there's the problem, I never found one.
I'm going to guess it's the upper left button that is difficult to operate.
On the DW5600 yes! Which is a bummer since that's the reset for the timer/stopwatch. But on the 5610 all the buttons are easier to press!
@@WatchReviewRewind Agreed, I would use the alarm and timer function a lot more if I could easily operate the button while still on my wrist. I have another cheaper casio I was going to take one of the longer buttons off that and swap it, but its way too far down on the list of things to do, lol.
I tested out your evil genius theroy... I have a 7 inch wrist and the strap is using the 7th hole!
Never knew that!
Bro plz review the gshock gmw b5000 full metal (Gold colour) plz reply
I'll definitely try and get my hands on one! 😁
There’s plenty of reviews of that watch online…
G-Shock titanium square for wearing suits!
Your Baby Driver scale seems strange to me. The other scales mostly seem to measure objective quality, but this one is entirely a function of the purpose for which the watch was designed. If I'm understanding this correctly, any durable watch (and any G-Shock) will never get a perfect score, since watch fragility is equated with quality.
How many years use this g shock? 🙄
Que?
I've had this one for just a little over 3 years! Absolutely amazing watch
@@WatchReviewRewind oh nice thank you 🥰. My watch gshock 5600ue 1dr solar watch. Not atomic time
I have a G-Shock MTG-B3000 and a titanium square G-Shock, like all my G-Shock watches.
Yeah, in formal circumstances this watch would stick out like a sore thumb. Unless you wanna project that "I don't give an f" vibe, you better pick something else. There are g-shocks you could kinda, sorta get away with in a suit, but it's not this one. It is a great watch though, no doubt about it.
I actually don't like it at all. First, it's very easy to scratch it, no comparison with sapphire at all. They protect it by keeping face of the watch deep, but it makes it hard to clean. It's a fingerprint magnet. Somehow this watch is always the dirtiest of all my watches. What's the worst - radio sync used to be working fine but randomly stopped. Only way to keep it in sync is through bluetooth connection with the phone, but you need this annoying Casio app for that.
Why do you need so many watches?
Stop wasting my time. Stop rambling.