Thank you very much for your speedy response!! That is great news to me then. From your videos the watch does indeed look crystal clear. Hopefully sometime in the near future I will pick one up as I hear that the yen is weak at the moment
It is about the same size as the dw-5600e, just a bit thicker and bit heavier. Definetely worth in my opinion. Here are the official sizes 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.5mm/73.8g. Thanks for watching.
That is a very personal question, I am biased towards quartz watches because I don't like how much time automatics loose, which is at least a couple of seconds a day when they are good and that I have to adjust the date every other month. With the atomic function I never worry if the time/day/date is correct. So me personally, yes but it a personal decision that has to do with your persona. I will say, that right now is a good time to buy a GW-5000 because the yen is cheap.
Great review! I own GW-500U for few months. And I wonder if you stil have your GW-5000? Do you still use it? If so it would be nice to see your review after 10 years. All best from Poland! 🙂
I don't think this is an issue with newer G-Shocks, the old ones did have this though, but at very extreme angles especially vertical angles it is harder to read. This has a great screen and very legible digits. It will never be as good as some analogs with hands that reflect light, but you do have an EL. Look at my GW-5000B vs GW-5000 video so you can get an idea of the display in low light.
the gw5000 is extremely comfortable, and it is more practical, unless you wear a suit 5 days a week and you can only afford one watch the gw-5000 is better, in my opinion. I, however, do wear my GW-5000 with a suit about half the time :).
it definitely looks regular, which is something I like, but others do not. There is a GW-5000B, you can see it in one of my other videos. It is basically a metal case negative display GW-M5610 with dlc buttons, dlc buckle, and black screws. They are discontinued but you can get them in yahoo auctions japan and 2 or 3 show up in the sales forum on WUS. It will probably cost 450-650
I've been debating between the GW-5610 and GW-5000. I'm seriously doubting the GW-5000 is worth the price when you can get the GWM-5610 for nearly 3 times less. The module is the same. Only difference is the different look, DLC coating on the stainless steel, and slightly more comfortable resin strap. I haven't been able to find a justifiable reason to get the 5000 over the 5610.
Oh, that's good to know. I assumed the casing was the same except for the back, but I just found out that the case for GWM5610 is made out of resin case.
i have a g-shock g056 like for 20+yrs, where the LCD screen started to degrade. that doesnt stop me for buying g-shock but just that i wont spend so much on the higher end models. cause LCD doesnt last for very long time, the max i could go is mid-tier models price tags
yeah i would like the gw5000b as my grail watch...and i usually wear dark clothes and i think it would really match..i actually just lost to a bidding of superman dw500 thats why im having interest on these gw5000's since theyre coming up cheap on ebay..but not ready to pull the trigger yet
Thanx a lot for these ultra quick replies. One more question if you're still there:) Is there a relation between where the watch is made and the price? I only mean Casio G-Shocks btw.
Usually the Japan one's have something extra. For example, in the US they may release a non-atomic mudman, but the one made in Japan are atomic. Or the GW-5000 is made in Japan and it comes with an all steel body but the GW-M5610 which has the identical module (the screen is the same) is made in thailand or indonesia and comes with a resin body. So usually the Japan ones are more expensive and have something different than a regular model made elsewhere.
First of all, THANKS for the subscription. I am 95% sure you will NOT get reception in turkey because the nearest tower is germany. Tough solar uses solar cells to recharge battery so eventually, 10-15 yrs probably if you have a good battery, you will need a new battery
This looks like a fantastic piece right here, but I've just been wondering one thing: how's the visibility of the display? Is it very easy to see in all light conditions? The reason I ask this is because I'm somewhat of a digital watch n00b, with the only digital watch I own being a Timex Ironman. I've noticed a lot of the time, you have to be looking at the perfect angle to see the numbers clearly. If you tilt the watch from side to side the digits fade away fast. Does that happen with this?
great review !! could you please tell me if its possible to have time and second time on screen at once (main time and utc on the top of the screen)? I have gw-6900 and this watch can do this, but I love the design and quality of the gw-5000. I really hope that this watch can do this. thanks for your reply !
Hi, I just wonder if the watch is goning to receive signals if I'm not living in one of those coutries you've mentioned? Secondly, I just bought G1200D-1A and it's also a "tough solar" watch. I really want to know that is there a rechargeable battery inside the watch or some kind of electric component that is capable of store electricity in it? If there is a rechargeable battery inside, I am going to think that it's gonna last someday; is that right?
Pavilions the module is identical, so it’s up to you if you want a steel case and screw back or if you’re okay with the plastic one. They did release an all steel version including the bracelet of this. And that has an updated module.
I purchased it from Katsu Higuchi but I can also recommend Seiya Japan. They might be a bit cheaper on rakuten but I don't purchase there so can't recommend a buyer.
The module is the same. But the build quality of the gw-m5610 is inferior to the GW-5000. I prefer the steel case in the GW-5000 versus the plastic one in the GW-M5610. I also don't like the red line in the m5610.
@@fer557 hello.. Thank you for the information... I have three 5610s in various colourways.... Not sure I'm tempted by the 5000...I'm not really interested if the only main improvements are the strap and the back of the watch.. Not worth it in my opinion.... Best regards and stay safe....
The resin on the 5600C is stiffer. I prefer the gw-5000 resin on the strap, I think it is more comfortable. The 5600c bezel may lost longer since it is stiffer. The plus is that resin for the gw-5000 is readily available so if you need to replace it, it won't be as difficult to find and replace as a 5600c. Thanks for the comment and let me know what you think.
This is not possible. You would need to scroll to the next window to see a second time zone but you cannot have two time zones shown at the same time. Sorry.
Forgive me if this is a stupid question. But the second watch you showed without the bezel and strap attached was another GW-5000-1JF? If it is indeed a full steel watch I'm going to order one now. It would look awesome without the bezel with maybe a leather strap.
The case and case back (screw back) are completely dlc coated steel. I don't think I've seen someone wear it with a leather strap and the bezel helps protect it against dings and such. Try to find a second hand one in good condition you might pick one up 180-275 second hand versus the new price and people tend to take care of them a lot.
+fer557 thanks for the prompt reply! I have managed to find a brand new GW-5000-1JF for sale for $268 including shipping at Chino Watches. Here is the link to the watch ~ c-watch.co.jp/ww/gw5000.html. Seiya also sell the watch but its listed at $278, no point in paying $10 more unless Chino's customer service is terrible? Heres the link to Seiya's watch ~ www.seiyajapan.com/products/g-gw-5000-1jf. Unfortunately Higuchi don't seem to stock them now.
I just bought one of these and I have to agree - it's got to rank as the finest G-Shock Casio has ever produced. The definitive digital watch.
kodoyama Thus far, I agree. I even think the screen clarity is better than on the GW-T5030.
Excellent review, I had to sub to your channel :)
Watch Geek thanks!
Thank you very much for your speedy response!! That is great news to me then. From your videos the watch does indeed look crystal clear. Hopefully sometime in the near future I will pick one up as I hear that the yen is weak at the moment
Great review, actually the watch is waterproof to 200 meters/600 feet. Thanks for sharing this review, it’s excellent.
It is about the same size as the dw-5600e, just a bit thicker and bit heavier. Definetely worth in my opinion. Here are the official sizes 48.9 × 42.8 × 13.5mm/73.8g. Thanks for watching.
great review. im curently in search of this.
That is a very personal question, I am biased towards quartz watches because I don't like how much time automatics loose, which is at least a couple of seconds a day when they are good and that I have to adjust the date every other month. With the atomic function I never worry if the time/day/date is correct. So me personally, yes but it a personal decision that has to do with your persona. I will say, that right now is a good time to buy a GW-5000 because the yen is cheap.
You did a great job on this video.
Fantastic review! I only wish it was possible to change the date to 'day-month' instead of 'month-day' as UK, JAPAN and USA use.
gw 5000u has it, the newer module of gw5000
Great review! I own GW-500U for few months. And I wonder if you stil have your GW-5000? Do you still use it? If so it would be nice to see your review after 10 years. All best from Poland! 🙂
Hi, I no longer have this watch. Switched to an Apple Watch a couple of years ago. But I am debating getting another one.
I don't think this is an issue with newer G-Shocks, the old ones did have this though, but at very extreme angles especially vertical angles it is harder to read. This has a great screen and very legible digits. It will never be as good as some analogs with hands that reflect light, but you do have an EL. Look at my GW-5000B vs GW-5000 video so you can get an idea of the display in low light.
the gw5000 is extremely comfortable, and it is more practical, unless you wear a suit 5 days a week and you can only afford one watch the gw-5000 is better, in my opinion. I, however, do wear my GW-5000 with a suit about half the time :).
excellent review. my next watch is going to be a gw5k. mabe a few weeks. i love that watch
very good review. thank you very much!
nice review , i ordered one GWM5610BC1 with metal bracelet for $190USD.too many versions so hard to decide which one to buy
Nice review, well done.
it definitely looks regular, which is something I like, but others do not. There is a GW-5000B, you can see it in one of my other videos. It is basically a metal case negative display GW-M5610 with dlc buttons, dlc buckle, and black screws. They are discontinued but you can get them in yahoo auctions japan and 2 or 3 show up in the sales forum on WUS. It will probably cost 450-650
in current production, the MRG models, DW-5030C, and I believe that is it. Out of production/discontinued there are a lot.
I've been debating between the GW-5610 and GW-5000. I'm seriously doubting the GW-5000 is worth the price when you can get the GWM-5610 for nearly 3 times less. The module is the same. Only difference is the different look, DLC coating on the stainless steel, and slightly more comfortable resin strap. I haven't been able to find a justifiable reason to get the 5000 over the 5610.
Ramza it isn't worth 3 x as much, but if you want the stainless steel case vs the plastic one then you have to pay
The back case of the GWM5610 is not plastic. It's stainless steel. Just without the DLC coating.
Ramza The GW-5000 watch case is made out of DLC Coated steel like the screwback. The GW-M5610 has a plastic case with a steel backplate.
Oh, that's good to know. I assumed the casing was the same except for the back, but I just found out that the case for GWM5610 is made out of resin case.
@@fer557 you can buy 3 5610 for That money of the 5000 it’s overpriced
I bought one from Bic Camera in Japan last week for 250 usd
Very good review
i have a g-shock g056 like for 20+yrs, where the LCD screen started to degrade.
that doesnt stop me for buying g-shock but just that i wont spend so much on the higher end models.
cause LCD doesnt last for very long time, the max i could go is mid-tier models price tags
My G056 is still going strong. They also made GW-056...
yeah i would like the gw5000b as my grail watch...and i usually wear dark clothes and i think it would really match..i actually just lost to a bidding of superman dw500 thats why im having interest on these gw5000's since theyre coming up cheap on ebay..but not ready to pull the trigger yet
Thanx a lot for these ultra quick replies.
One more question if you're still there:)
Is there a relation between where the watch is made and the price? I only mean Casio G-Shocks btw.
Usually the Japan one's have something extra. For example, in the US they may release a non-atomic mudman, but the one made in Japan are atomic. Or the GW-5000 is made in Japan and it comes with an all steel body but the GW-M5610 which has the identical module (the screen is the same) is made in thailand or indonesia and comes with a resin body. So usually the Japan ones are more expensive and have something different than a regular model made elsewhere.
The 5000 is to expensive and overpriced! You can buy 3x 5610 for that price! It would be fair if the 5000 would be priced for 200,-
thank you, shame that its not possible. I really like the design and precision.
First of all, THANKS for the subscription. I am 95% sure you will NOT get reception in turkey because the nearest tower is germany. Tough solar uses solar cells to recharge battery so eventually, 10-15 yrs probably if you have a good battery, you will need a new battery
This looks like a fantastic piece right here, but I've just been wondering one thing: how's the visibility of the display? Is it very easy to see in all light conditions?
The reason I ask this is because I'm somewhat of a digital watch n00b, with the only digital watch I own being a Timex Ironman. I've noticed a lot of the time, you have to be looking at the perfect angle to see the numbers clearly. If you tilt the watch from side to side the digits fade away fast. Does that happen with this?
great review !!
could you please tell me if its possible to have time and second time on screen at once (main time and utc on the top of the screen)? I have gw-6900 and this watch can do this, but I love the design and quality of the gw-5000. I really hope that this watch can do this. thanks for your reply !
I own the DW 5600E-1. This a very cool watch. I'd like to this G-Shock. What's the case size?
well kinda...i dunno if i should get this or the negative display gwm5160...i like negative displays but i like the metal body of the gw5000
Hi,
I just wonder if the watch is goning to receive signals if I'm not living in one of those coutries you've mentioned?
Secondly,
I just bought G1200D-1A and it's also a "tough solar" watch. I really want to know that is there a rechargeable battery inside the watch or some kind of electric component that is capable of store electricity in it? If there is a rechargeable battery inside, I am going to think that it's gonna last someday; is that right?
oh and the gw5000 kinda look too regular for me...or i might be wrong and have too see it physically? wat do u think?
is it worth it or should I get the 5610? I think they are almost the same only the big difference is the weight and the screwback case
Pavilions the module is identical, so it’s up to you if you want a steel case and screw back or if you’re okay with the plastic one. They did release an all steel version including the bracelet of this. And that has an updated module.
Yeah, but the issue is that it's really haeavy and I kind of like light weighted watchs.
Pavilions then 5610 might be better cause it’s noticeably lighter than gw-5000
Thanks, man, I really appreciate your help.
is there any other steel body g shock models besides this and the frogman models?
Congrats! Let me know how you like it and good luck with the duty fees.
Does this watch have the ability to show two time zones at the same time, or do you have to toggle between world time and local?
Where did you get your GW-5000 at? I would like to get one for my collection. I grew up CASIO G-SHOCKS.
I purchased it from Katsu Higuchi but I can also recommend Seiya Japan. They might be a bit cheaper on rakuten but I don't purchase there so can't recommend a buyer.
great video! are you talking about the gw-5000B being discontinued and very hard to find and also going up in price ?
I don't think it will go up in price that much anymore for the GW-5000B. Prices are already pretty high for that piece.
They are everywhere now at 260 dollars.
i have one coming in from seiya this wk for $378.no idea about the duty.
I'm looking for one but it's out of stock through the 'big 3'. Looks like I'll have to go with Ebay, but is there another retailer I should look into?
Buyee?
and the japan one's will usually be different model numbers
Where did get this at? I want to pick one up.
thanks!
Why not get a GW-M5610-1 for $90 ?
The module is the same. But the build quality of the gw-m5610 is inferior to the GW-5000. I prefer the steel case in the GW-5000 versus the plastic one in the GW-M5610. I also don't like the red line in the m5610.
what part is metal? the bezzle?
Is the display significantly better than the 5610????
Bob Marley it’s exactly the same, they have same module
@@fer557 hello.. Thank you for the information... I have three 5610s in various colourways.... Not sure I'm tempted by the 5000...I'm not really interested if the only main improvements are the strap and the back of the watch.. Not worth it in my opinion.... Best regards and stay safe....
Can a 1985 edition gshock get a restoration or new face put on? Mine is pitted from welding I have had it for 24 years
703 CRUIZ'N the glass or the lcd? if it’s the module then you could put a a similar module from another watch but they aren’t cheap
fer557 ok thanks I'm going to start looking for a screen I would love to still be able to wear it after all these years.
703 CRUIZ'N if it’s just the glass you can buff it to make it better
fer557 no it's to deep in my opinion
are you looking for something in particular?
What good is this watch or the tough solar/ multiband 6 function if I live in Australia?
Not a lot , get the 5600 and save some bucks.
The resin on the 5600C is stiffer. I prefer the gw-5000 resin on the strap, I think it is more comfortable. The 5600c bezel may lost longer since it is stiffer. The plus is that resin for the gw-5000 is readily available so if you need to replace it, it won't be as difficult to find and replace as a 5600c. Thanks for the comment and let me know what you think.
thanks
This is not possible. You would need to scroll to the next window to see a second time zone but you cannot have two time zones shown at the same time. Sorry.
What does the 9.29 mean on the front ?
It's the month and date so September 29
where can I get this one? some page? thnks
Japan still have these in good condition.
Does the GW5000 Bezel slightly differ in size to a regular 5600 or are the meassures the same?
Crown Royal The GW-5000 bezel will fit a 5600e and newer dw-5000 variations. It will not fit a gw-m5610/5600 or older squares.
what makes the 5600e a fit and the m5610/5600 not? is it different module sizing?
Crown Royal the cases have different shapes and/or sizes
fer557 thanks bud! So the coated screws also wont fit on a gw-m5600?
Crown Royal correct the gw-5000 screws don't fit the m5610
yeah it does haha, you can get them used for 275-330 U.S. Dollars
Forgive me if this is a stupid question. But the second watch you showed without the bezel and strap attached was another GW-5000-1JF? If it is indeed a full steel watch I'm going to order one now. It would look awesome without the bezel with maybe a leather strap.
The case and case back (screw back) are completely dlc coated steel. I don't think I've seen someone wear it with a leather strap and the bezel helps protect it against dings and such. Try to find a second hand one in good condition you might pick one up 180-275 second hand versus the new price and people tend to take care of them a lot.
+fer557 thanks for the prompt reply! I have managed to find a brand new GW-5000-1JF for sale for $268 including shipping at Chino Watches. Here is the link to the watch ~ c-watch.co.jp/ww/gw5000.html. Seiya also sell the watch but its listed at $278, no point in paying $10 more unless Chino's customer service is terrible? Heres the link to Seiya's watch ~ www.seiyajapan.com/products/g-gw-5000-1jf. Unfortunately Higuchi don't seem to stock them now.
yuedu618 thank you.
Er its waterrestant 200 m.
Is this Japan-only model?
Yes
BTW I loved this watch but it really has a shocking price tag!
Yes 300,- in my country in euros for that price you can get 3x 5610 so yes overpriced it would be fair if it was priced around 200,-
I would love on how much should I pay from Australia,
+Johnny Black I have no idea, sorry.
Thanks mate I would really love to buy an real Made in japan icon will keep looking I guess.
I've used Seiya Japan or Rakuten before, I'm just not sure how much Australia shipping or import fees are. Good Luck.
Thank you for your advice all the best from the land down under.
i see thank u
A lot less now on Amazon.
Overpriced
John Smith indeed, but if you want it you have to pay for it
JS: Buy Chinese built version if you want a cheaper watch. I prefer higher quality Japanese built watches.
the band is too small for a American but nice watch.
I'm American it fits me fine. You can put a maratac strap if you need a longer strap but I don't find them as comfortable as the stock strap.