No five-minute cinematic intro, no contorted faces, manic dialogue & bad jokes, no gongs, farts, & whistles, no sock puppets. Just a guy clearly explaining & demonstrating, in a pleasant voice & with good basic camera work, the attributes, functions, & operation of the watch. This is The Way.
Yep. I didn’t want to do the things that I try to skip when I watch other videos. No “unboxing” either. And I never sell my watches nor do I get any kind of commission when anyone else is selling watches. My general approach is just trying to answer the question: “What is everything I would want to know about this watch before buying it myself?”
@@jeeefthegreat7555 come on man... Be nice.. I also only discovered these watches a few weeks ago.. Now I have three of them.. Also two protreks with the same features plus extras....
Bought the 5610 about 3.5yrs ago. It's been my daily beater ever since has had at least 75% of my wrist time since I got it. This watch to me was great value, it's had an extremely hard life and lots of dings and scrapes on the bezel and strap, yet the mineral crystal is almost pristine. Most criticism of the 5610 seem to be about - 1. The small buttons are fiddly to press. 2. The light only illuminates for 1.5 secs and there's no option to change. 3. In the UK where I live the date is only given in US format and can't be altered. Sometimes people say the time not viewable in the stopwatch, timer etc functions is a bit of a limitation. For me I find my old ear drums just aren't up to the low volume of the alarm, but this is true of all G-shocks, including Master of Gs. In summation, as far as I'm concerned this is the favourite digital watch I've ever owned. It's so durable and reliable I'd be lost without it. It's not so expensive that you can't unleash it as a beater and yet it's still a respectable piece and not seen as cheap by people (that's my take anyway). In the longterm, I'll never be without a G-Shock square, as long as I own a watch.
@@simptrix007 the 5610U has fixed the watch date and allows you to set lume for 3s! Some people don't like the white LED though. It grew on me however, knowing that this is an updated G Shock. NBD. Beautiful watch
This is probably one of the greatest functional tool watches of all time next to some other ones like the F91 and other similar watches that offer so much value for what you pay for.
Yours is the best video review I've found on these. I've just ordered a GW-M5610 and I already know I'll love it. About 11 years ago I got a Casio "Edifice" EQW-700DBJ-1A which is an analog solar "waveceptor", and it's been awesome. Still works perfectly, looks great, and hasn't needed a new battery yet. I really don't _need_ another watch, but I've been wanting a digital and the DW-5600 is so affordable I couldn't say no to myself.
This is also an example that such instructional videos should only be shot with the normal positive version of the display. The negative display in these videos looks just awful. That's why I didn't watch your video from yesterday. There is nothing worse than using a watch with a negative display for this kind of videos.
@@_sa3_ I don't know about which video you are talking about, but sometines I have only a watch with negative display and I have no choice to show it with positive one, sorry.
Very well done! Descriptive and well spoken. I’ve worn my Rolex daily for 3 years now, just got the 5610 a day ago and love it. Will wear it most days and alternate it with my submariner.
Nice review there sir! This was generally quite simple and very very nice! Ur voice was so Calming not to rushed and not too slow, and not a bit aggravating . Thanks for posting.
Took the plunge recently, one domestic and one from Japan, when received I’ll tee this up again. , blast the Manual! Great voice and description. Thanks!
Thank you for excellent review. I just ordered GWM5610. I have DW5600 but I wanted another square G Shock. Very professional and precise review. Best regards
Great review and user guide. I just picked this watch up last week here in Czech Republic and I have to say, it's one of the best value for money watches I've ever owned.
You’re welcome. I often say that my guide to making these videos is that I’m answering all of the questions I would have had before getting the watch. I may get carried away in details sometimes but it’s what I wanted to know, so...
I was going to get one with a negative display but just ordered that blue one inspired by your videos, thanks. I like the little splash of color on this one. I do own a Protrek but this will be my first G-Shock, I hope the mail gets here soon!
AWESOME In-depth Review. I never have experienced an in-depth watch review/lesson like this. So detailed and very informative. Great lighting and super creative with the little tooth pick pointer thing you used while going over all the different commands. What an incredable watch!! I am now a Casio watch fan for sure and will be getting one of these timeless digital watches. Thank You Greg Anderson - YOU ROCK !!!
Watched the entire vid for the second time and had to order one. Love listening to you, and that wooden thing used for pointing is somehow soothing :) Thank you, saved me fr8m having to read the manual as well ;)
These are super helpful videos! Most people are reviewing Rolexes, not Casios. There are so many functions and so many variations on a model, these videos are really informative and very well done. Thanks Greg!
I just got my gwm5610 for £81. Absolute bargain. This watch will last me years and I love the multi band time keeping accuracy. It will be getting a lot of wrist time
Thanks Greg! I just purchased a 5610 bc from Japan with Japanese manual. I can’t read that off cause. And the English manuals I can find on the net is confusing to put it mildly... This logical step by step video of yours has been a great help😊
I just watched this now. I love your review and because of this I will be buying this....2021. I hope this included a "when worn" review as well, but as to details, clarity of voice, and video, two thumbs up!
Excellent watch. I just wish when using the 'Countdown Timer' there was an option of displaying the current time in the upper right window, instead of always showing the set maximum 'Countdown Time'.
Hi Greg..Just purchased a 5610. Your video is outstanding; it really helped me understand how all features work on this watch. I have subscribed! Thanks,. Matt
This is a great review. I was looking to replace my smartwatch with something simpler and based on your review, I think this is it. Now I have to decide on the color combo.
Thanks for another superb video. You answered all my atomic questions snd showed all the features of this watch. Thanks for all you do and the pleasant way you do it.👍
Thak you very much for this video. Very good explanation for user manual. I bought this watch an hour ago and I was a little confused about how to use it all.
I've got the GWB5600AR-1 and it's got both BT and Mb6! It's my favourite model and prefer it as it's got alot more features like reminders and flight logs
Bluetooth is a joke though. In 4 years that will probably just be energy wasting chunkt that uses up precious space and add to weight. If I'd want a watch that connects to my phone, it would be an all-inclusive garmin or apple watch, that are in the same price range.
I have one problem with my new watch CASIO GW-M5610-1ER, and that is User's Guide Module No. 3159. There are no detailed information about how to use Countdown Timer at all. I need very detailed instructions about how to use Stopwatch Mode & Countdown Timer Mode with that marvelous watch CASIO GW-M5610-1ER. The design is really great!
It really is a great daily driver watch. The only thing I’d add is a vibration alarm, but the atomic clock/solar/auto light features alone make this watch a must have.
I don’t think there’s ever been a Casio with both a vibration alarm and an atomic time receiver. I wonder if the little vibration motor has a magnet in it or something else which would cause radio problems.
I think Casio just got it right, first time. The only disadvantage with the classic square, is the tiny buttons, not good for changing functions with gloves on.
Keanu Reeves is wearing G-Shock DW-5600C in Speed, it has no red border on the watch face, the closest watch today in terms of features and looks would be the 5600E, there is also a 5600UE which has the added benefit of solar power (but no atomic time keeping)
Hi Greg, Thank you for sharing this video of the Casio GW-M 5610 Watch, Firstly, I like the way you name your video "The Good Timekeeping Show " very good title, I'd like to share with you that I've been owning Casio watches since the 1980's, you're looking at 40 years and that's going back in my school days, your video does bring back some memories, after watching your review, I've already made a note of the model number and I've decided to save up some money, shop around and purchase one, because smartwatches, I can't keep up with that, because I'm old school, I grew up with Casio & I'll stick to Casio, Thanks again and keep up the good work, All the best.
what an amazing watch , i personally like the classic redline look , i am going yo get it now after watching your detailed review , absolutely love this watch ♥️
Thanks for the detailed review. Just ordered this, I've owned many Timex Expedition and Ironman watches over the years but never a Casio G-Shock. The atomic time is the big feature for me.
comprehensive review, excellent stuff. I love this watch, but you know, there are way too many buttons and options/menus for my needs. I have never needed a lap timer or stopwatch, or the time in whatever other country. It doesn't make sense for the 12 hour time to just have a "P" showing when it ought to say PM or AM (although why you'd even want that I don't know because you'll know whether it's pm or am in any case won't you, so that's a pretty useless feature). So for me, although I want a G Shock (I don't yet own one) and I love the look of this, there are just so many features on it I will never use because for me, I just want to know the date and time, that's it. Many G Shocks are lovely pieces though, albeit very cluttered much of the time in my opinion, so who knows, if I buy one of these it would be an indulgence but, in honesty, I like my very simple F91W so it's not something on my immediate radar. However, I do like that blue one you show but it's unavailable for any reasonable price here in England. Great video nonetheless, really enjoyed it.
There is a cool website called pcparts were you can buy casio resin cases and fairly easily recase your gshocks. Been thinking about doing some of mine for fun. Especially since the actual release watches in these colors have stupid ridiculus markups.
Thanks for setting up my new watch!🤗 the manual RC sig get wasn’t in the manual as switching of the beep. One minor detail on your vid, you say it is 200 bar water resistent but it is 20 bar. Thanks again, take care!👍🏻
You're right! I know that "20 bar" and "200 meters" are the same as far as these ratings go, so I just got confused when I was saying "200 bar". That would be REALLY deep!
Awesome watches. I got my 5610 like a year ago, the solar battery died in like 2 months, as a daily driver. xD They replaced it under warranty in a week and everything is working perfectly since then. Just a few things to add: 1. In case it's not obvious, the DST auto mode switches DST on and off completely automatically for your home city when necessary, received with the signal 2. You can switch every WT city individually into DST mode manually by pressing and holding the adjust (top left) button 3. Compared to regular battery-powered models, the auto EL function stays on FOREVER if you turn it on. Regular Gs are turning this function off after like 6 hours to preserve battery power. However, due to this watch having solar charging, it can recharge the lost energy pretty much within a day or so. I noticed a bug though: if you go to the display test screen with adjust + mode + set(+), the auto EL turns off. Strange. :D 4. Indeed, if you start a timer the auto receive function is turned off, probably to avoid inconsistencies caused by time mismatch. Figuring this out drove me crazy but I did it on my own. 5. Leaving the watch in complete darkness (drawer) sends the watch in an even deeper sleep. After a week or so more functions are turned off automatically, such as the beeper, illumination, and even the auto receiver function. 6. You can actually kill the battery by leaving the watch for too long in the dark (months), so make sure you expose it to as much light as possible, even if it's artificial (indoor lights are light sources too). I owned many watches in the past few years but this one is just the perfect watch for everyday use. It's rugged, accurate, has a lot of actually useful functions, and what I really like about it that it can work on its own. No smartphone link, no winding, no manual time setting. A really lightweight, fun watch to own. :)
Hi Greg hope you’re hale and hearty, thanks to your coverage on G Shock and Casio products I got into owning my first ever G Shock a week ago. I got myself the GW5610-1CF that comes with the auto backlight and a 3sec on screen lighting. Love it to bits. My dream watch to own will be an identical g Shock square that can come equipped with a heart rate sensor, sleep tracker and step tracker. I’m big into walking since 2015 and I’m growing tired of wearing a Fitbit for it. Please ask Casio to make one with the requirements I’ve mentioned 🙏🥲
I got mine about 4 days ago and have been wearing it everyday.....when it arrived it was showing "high" charge and now it's medium. I hope I haven't received a dud because I've seen several people talk about having the same thing happen to them, I can't see it dropping in power like that when wearing it all "day" long. Other than that I love the watch....
Hi Greg, Just want to say thanks for the best & most thorough review of GW-M5610-1ER. I bought t'she same watch a couple of weeks ago & I am impressed with all it's functions. It only took few minutes to set up & force a time sync & all was good. I call it my summer watch as at the moment it's winter in the UK so I'm wearing long sleeve shirts, sweater or a jacket so it's spending it's time sat on a window sill. My winter watch is a W-800H-1AVES, check it out it's a great watch. Thanks again. Mike in the UK.
Just got Gshock GW-M5610-1 at the BX for 45 bucks. LOVE it. I do wish the numbers came a bit bigger like my old PAG 240 (Pathfinder) NOT a deal breaker though Thing is super light, I put a SUUNTO compass on the band for 15 bucks.
Hi, It's worth paying $40 more for this model instead of the DW5600E-1V? Atomic timekeeping function doesn't work in my country. Excellent review, btw...
This is a very nice watch. I bought a very similar one at Macy's years ago, for $99. The model number is GW-M5600R. It was a smart purchase; problem was, I had no clue about it... First of all, I didn't even know the watch was solar, so when it started to go dim on me, I thought you needed to shake it. When I shook it, it came back to life. Then shaking didn't work, so I gave it to watch repairer to change the battery. Believe it or no, he did change the battery! On top of it, he screwed up the watch, because it no longer made any sound. Long story short, I had a great level of ignorance towards this watch. I just liked the black/orange livery. Now, I have more appreciation for the watch. And yes, I still have it, it's all fixed, and works beautifully to this day. I might even get a new one from Japan, in black/orange.
I'm glad you finally got it fixed. Yes, if you ever wanted to change the battery on one of these tough solar watches you have to be sure you get the right kind and not just a regular, lithium battery.
@@GoodTimekeeper Yeah, I think the watch repair guy changed the battery to the regular one. Of course, it was cheaper. And the reason the watch didn't make any sound, was because the back was mounted upside down. I put it the correct way up, and bingo, it works. It's been working fine though on regular battery. It never blacks out either. I also had the watch on during some nasty white paint job. Oh my, it took me days to clean that off. Anyway, this Casio had been with me through thick and thin. I really keep it now more for sentimental reasons. I also have a standard DW-5600E that I greatly overpaid for in a fancy store. (I paid $99 while at Macy's it was $49...) And I have a funky red one: GLX-5600 with moon phases. That's all for now. Recently the all metal silver one caught my eye, the GMW-B5000D-1. But the pricing on those seems a bit crazy. I had seen it in Macy's for cool $500. I was very disappointed that none of the Macy's watch discounts applied to it. Now I know why after I saw prices for it on eBay. It obviously immediately sold out at Macy's.
Thanks. I wanted the classic look, but seems the new model that ends in "U" has an LED light and not that Kool El Light which is on the light Blueish side. Found one with the El Light at 108 with Free Shopping. Not that bad of a deal since we're in 2022 and those models are discontinued? But the "U" version is still being Produced? I think I'll be hunting down the Black version of the original which I think is 5610-1B? Is that correct? Thanks for your upload.
Have had the all stainless MTG930DA (module 2688 I think) for well over a decade, love it (seems to have all the same "features" this module has). Way back when, there was an equivalent all back, all metal version that I liked better, but I didn't buy it (kicking myself now, I WOULD prefer the all black version). I was VERY impressed with the module on this one... I'd prefer it to mine just for the screen layout. HOWEVER, the sticking point is the resin band... EVERY resin type band I have had ends up splitting within a few years. My stainless band will last forever. Is there ANY way to pair this module with an all black stainless metal band?
I keep trying to tell myself that I don't have any use for the Atomic Timekeeping, and you're over there telling me all the things that it can do. I bought myself the base model last year or the year before, I really don't remember, and it was starting to look a little beat, so I found a real good deal on a used one that was spotless PLUS it had the inverted display, which I really love, but the guy I bought the watch from hated it a had trouble seeing it. The negative display also affects the EL backlighting in that for the most part, the main panel stays dark, but the actual digits are lit up in that eerie glowing green. I think it also makes it easier for my old, worn out eyes to see. Anyway, it looks like I'm now in the market for Atomic Time when I originally only wanted Tough Solar. It was probably inevitable anyway, since very rarely do I find exactly what I want, and I end up convincing myself to just spend a little more because it's probably going to be with me for a long time, and I'll always hate it because it just does less. About that Atomic TK... I had heard a while back that the station in the US was going to be shut down, which pretty much renders the function uesless. Has anyone else heard this too? I think it was in another RUclips channel that I heard about it, but it wasn't anytime recently.
The GW-M5610KC doesn't show up anywhere online, i would love to find it. Are you sure thats the model number as the one that keeps popping up on google is white
I would need to decide which one to buy and then order it from Japan or possibly from Europe. In the meantime, I did my best to explain the new versions in this video... ruclips.net/video/Ns4UPJbXRZM/видео.html
Thanks. Yes, I watched that video of yours. And I will receive my M5610U on August 18 together with the GMA-S2100-4A for my mom. There are no RUclips tutorials for this watch either. Everyone just admires the appearance.
Wondering if you would be able to shed any light on following: Do you see the "greyish" solar panel border lines that go all the way around the edge of the watch, which act as the border enclosing all the solar panel compartments, these borderlines all look to be the same greyish colour all the way around. A friend has a brand new GX-BB56-1DR, except in his watch, some parts of the solar border lines are greyish in colour and some parts of them are copper coloured? What is your opinion of that? It does not seem to be normal from seeing all the other GX-56BB-1's on yt etc?? It is exactly like the issue in this link: forums.watchuseek.com/f17/gw-5000-1jf-solar-panel-color-variation-updated-pics-323060.html It seems to be something to do with the solar panel coating. However I am not certain that it has no detrimental effect on the watch, do you know anything further on the matter? Many thanks.
Dear Greg, could you please let me know is there a solar radio controlled g-shock with at lease 3 weekday/weekend styles of alarms?? I was about to buy 5610 BUT this simplicity with straight forward alarms setting just killed me! Thank you in advance!
I still think that it's a bit more difficult to read the negative LCD display if you're in a place that isn't well-lit. I finally bought one with the negative display and the "combi bracelet" and I like it, but if I know that I'm going to be in a place with dim lighting I'll wear something else. I recently made a new video showing these G-Shock squares, including some that I purchased after I made THIS video... ruclips.net/video/zYXtExh3Z7o/видео.html
No five-minute cinematic intro, no contorted faces, manic dialogue & bad jokes, no gongs, farts, & whistles, no sock puppets. Just a guy clearly explaining & demonstrating, in a pleasant voice & with good basic camera work, the attributes, functions, & operation of the watch. This is The Way.
Yep. I didn’t want to do the things that I try to skip when I watch other videos. No “unboxing” either. And I never sell my watches nor do I get any kind of commission when anyone else is selling watches. My general approach is just trying to answer the question: “What is everything I would want to know about this watch before buying it myself?”
Shot at the Mad watch collector ? Lol
The technology crammed into that Watch is astounding. I liked your review so much that I just ordered one for myself. Keep up the good work.
@@jeeefthegreat7555 They had this technology back in 1980? Wow - that's a new one on me. Who knew? (certainly not you).
@@jeeefthegreat7555 come on man... Be nice.. I also only discovered these watches a few weeks ago.. Now I have three of them.. Also two protreks with the same features plus extras....
@mcg corp ludhiana LOL!
Just bought this watch today, the best review, user guide I have ever seen, well spoken and clear. Well done
Bought the 5610 about 3.5yrs ago. It's been my daily beater ever since has had at least 75% of my wrist time since I got it. This watch to me was great value, it's had an extremely hard life and lots of dings and scrapes on the bezel and strap, yet the mineral crystal is almost pristine. Most criticism of the 5610 seem to be about - 1. The small buttons are fiddly to press. 2. The light only illuminates for 1.5 secs and there's no option to change. 3. In the UK where I live the date is only given in US format and can't be altered. Sometimes people say the time not viewable in the stopwatch, timer etc functions is a bit of a limitation. For me I find my old ear drums just aren't up to the low volume of the alarm, but this is true of all G-shocks, including Master of Gs. In summation, as far as I'm concerned this is the favourite digital watch I've ever owned. It's so durable and reliable I'd be lost without it. It's not so expensive that you can't unleash it as a beater and yet it's still a respectable piece and not seen as cheap by people (that's my take anyway). In the longterm, I'll never be without a G-Shock square, as long as I own a watch.
freeatlast1963 - the 5600 fixed all those problems.
Soon to release 5610U with new 3495 module fixed some of your cons.
@@simptrix007 the 5610U has fixed the watch date and allows you to set lume for 3s! Some people don't like the white LED though. It grew on me however, knowing that this is an updated G Shock. NBD. Beautiful watch
I've received mine on 13, July... This piece is amazing.. My first Gshock and I'm loving it..
Just bought the GW-M5610 to upgrade from my DW-5600. Love it. Thank you for this wonderful tutorial. Much better than diving through Casio's manual. ❤
This is probably one of the greatest functional tool watches of all time next to some other ones like the F91 and other similar watches that offer so much value for what you pay for.
G shocks are amazing watches. Everyone should own one.
They're affordable, tough and have all the features you need.
Yours is the best video review I've found on these. I've just ordered a GW-M5610 and I already know I'll love it. About 11 years ago I got a Casio "Edifice" EQW-700DBJ-1A which is an analog solar "waveceptor", and it's been awesome. Still works perfectly, looks great, and hasn't needed a new battery yet. I really don't _need_ another watch, but I've been wanting a digital and the DW-5600 is so affordable I couldn't say no to myself.
Excellent review, very good video quality and a voice which is nice to hear. You've done a great piece of work.
This is also an example that such instructional videos should only be shot with the normal positive version of the display. The negative display in these videos looks just awful. That's why I didn't watch your video from yesterday. There is nothing worse than using a watch with a negative display for this kind of videos.
@@_sa3_ I don't know about which video you are talking about, but sometines I have only a watch with negative display and I have no choice to show it with positive one, sorry.
Superbly explained, that even this old dinasaur could understand with ease...
The Japanese one has a pleasant color scheme, easy on eyes
Agreed.
You think it's possible to swap the glass only? I don't like the red accent
@@Cptblogh The red one grows on you if you wear it daily.
The red one by far also the rangeman is a beast of a watch .
(Psst! They are _all_ Japanese watches! 👀)
Very well done! Descriptive and well spoken. I’ve worn my Rolex daily for 3 years now, just got the 5610 a day ago and love it. Will wear it most days and alternate it with my submariner.
I think this is the best review of any watch on youtube you kept it interesting all the way through well done.
Finally a real review. Too many about how it looks and why is not apple or something like that...... thanks.
Nice review there sir! This was generally quite simple and very very nice! Ur voice was so Calming not to rushed and not too slow, and not a bit aggravating . Thanks for posting.
I’ll be watching this after I receive mine from amazon.
Nice to see you back, I missed the clarity of your productions.
Just watched this today, here in 2021. Love these watches. I am enjoying your channel, Greg. Thanks!
Took the plunge recently, one domestic and one from Japan, when received I’ll tee this up again. , blast the Manual! Great voice and description. Thanks!
Thank you for excellent review. I just ordered GWM5610. I have DW5600 but I wanted another square G Shock. Very professional and precise review. Best regards
Great review and user guide. I just picked this watch up last week here in Czech Republic and I have to say, it's one of the best value for money watches I've ever owned.
I mostly prefer mechanical watches, but I do love me a g-shock square! Such a great piece! Very enjoyable video my friend
THIS GENTLEMAN HAS THE BEST REVIEWS ON U TUBE< HANDS DOWN>>>He has obviously put a lot of his tie into this for us, i for one wish to thank him...
You’re welcome. I often say that my guide to making these videos is that I’m answering all of the questions I would have had before getting the watch. I may get carried away in details sometimes but it’s what I wanted to know, so...
@@GoodTimekeeper All i can say s, get carried away all you want, as it greatly benefits us...thanks again...
I was going to get one with a negative display but just ordered that blue one inspired by your videos, thanks. I like the little splash of color on this one. I do own a Protrek but this will be my first G-Shock, I hope the mail gets here soon!
AWESOME In-depth Review. I never have experienced an in-depth watch review/lesson like this. So detailed and very informative. Great lighting and super creative with the little tooth pick pointer thing you used while going over all the different commands. What an incredable watch!! I am now a Casio watch fan for sure and will be getting one of these timeless digital watches. Thank You Greg Anderson - YOU ROCK !!!
Watched the entire vid for the second time and had to order one. Love listening to you, and that wooden thing used for pointing is somehow soothing :) Thank you, saved me fr8m having to read the manual as well ;)
Lol. I agree. For some reason I like the toothpick pointer!
These are super helpful videos! Most people are reviewing Rolexes, not Casios. There are so many functions and so many variations on a model, these videos are really informative and very well done. Thanks Greg!
I just got my gwm5610 for £81. Absolute bargain. This watch will last me years and I love the multi band time keeping accuracy. It will be getting a lot of wrist time
Nice video.... it's 20 Bar for equivalent of 200 meters of water resistance
Thanks Greg!
I just purchased a 5610 bc from Japan with Japanese manual. I can’t read that off cause. And the English manuals I can find on the net is confusing to put it mildly...
This logical step by step video of yours has been a great help😊
I just bought GW-M5610BA in Tokyo. Great watch... totally love it. By the way, great review :)
How is the screen visibility when exposed to sunlight?
@@milenchko even better!! Its an amazing display
I just watched this now. I love your review and because of this I will be buying this....2021. I hope this included a "when worn" review as well, but as to details, clarity of voice, and video, two thumbs up!
Excellent watch. I just wish when using the 'Countdown Timer' there was an option of displaying the current time in the upper right window, instead of always showing the set maximum 'Countdown Time'.
Hi Greg..Just purchased a 5610. Your video is outstanding; it really helped me understand how all features work on this watch. I have subscribed!
Thanks,. Matt
I just ordered one for my self, after watching this amazing video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
The best video about GW-M5610.. thank you sir for uploading!
Received my watch today and this was invaluable. Thanks for your time and effort!
This is a great review. I was looking to replace my smartwatch with something simpler and based on your review, I think this is it. Now I have to decide on the color combo.
Why you dont like your smartwatch?
@@Eckoolt I was just tired of the constant notifications and charging. I've had my casio now for a few months and I don't miss wearing a smart watch.
@@Night_Tim The same for me, I wear my smartwatch, when I go running and want to track it.
@Sic transit gloria mundi I got the
one on the left with the red trim. I like it!
Amazing detailed description for a nice watch ! Bravo !!
I bought the one on the left last week and here in UK it adjust itself at about 2:02 midnight.
Thanks for another superb video. You answered all my atomic questions snd showed all the features of this watch. Thanks for all you do and the pleasant way you do it.👍
A video that keeps on giving. Thanks for making it! There is a new updated model: GW-M5610U
Thak you very much for this video. Very good explanation for user manual. I bought this watch an hour ago and I was a little confused about how to use it all.
The most full review of this watch. Thanks a lot!
I've got the GWB5600AR-1 and it's got both BT and Mb6! It's my favourite model and prefer it as it's got alot more features like reminders and flight logs
Bluetooth is a joke though. In 4 years that will probably just be energy wasting chunkt that uses up precious space and add to weight. If I'd want a watch that connects to my phone, it would be an all-inclusive garmin or apple watch, that are in the same price range.
The best review I have seen on this watch! Thank you 😊
Hans Spiegl agreed
that auto back light feature it useful
I have one problem with my new watch CASIO GW-M5610-1ER, and that is User's Guide Module No. 3159. There are no detailed information about how to use Countdown Timer at all. I need very detailed instructions about how to use Stopwatch Mode & Countdown Timer Mode with that marvelous watch CASIO GW-M5610-1ER. The design is really great!
Great detailed review, it would have been nice to see one on your wrist to get a perspective of how big they are thanks Shane uk 🇬🇧
It really is a great daily driver watch. The only thing I’d add is a vibration alarm, but the atomic clock/solar/auto light features alone make this watch a must have.
I don’t think there’s ever been a Casio with both a vibration alarm and an atomic time receiver. I wonder if the little vibration motor has a magnet in it or something else which would cause radio problems.
Thank you so much, doing research before I step up from a regular casio to a g-shock with these amazing features.
Great review! Thank you. I’ve had mine a couple days now and am loving it
I didn't know this so call old fashion style watch come with so many function
Bruh
I think Casio just got it right, first time. The only disadvantage with the classic square, is the tiny buttons, not good for changing functions with gloves on.
Very well explained. Love the clean and clear review.
Thank you Greg!
Keanu Reeves is wearing G-Shock DW-5600C in Speed, it has no red border on the watch face, the closest watch today in terms of features and looks would be the 5600E, there is also a 5600UE which has the added benefit of solar power (but no atomic time keeping)
Hi Greg,
Thank you for sharing this video of the Casio GW-M 5610 Watch, Firstly, I like the way you name your video "The Good Timekeeping Show " very good title, I'd like to share with you that I've been owning Casio watches since the 1980's, you're looking at 40 years and that's going back in my school days, your video does bring back some memories, after watching your review, I've already made a note of the model number and I've decided to save up some money, shop around and purchase one, because smartwatches, I can't keep up with that, because I'm old school, I grew up with Casio & I'll stick to Casio, Thanks again and keep up the good work, All the best.
what an amazing watch , i personally like the classic redline look , i am going yo get it now after watching your detailed review , absolutely love this watch ♥️
Nice seeing watches in sync, great for OCDs.
Thanks for the detailed review. Just ordered this, I've owned many Timex Expedition and Ironman watches over the years but never a Casio G-Shock. The atomic time is the big feature for me.
How has your g shock been so far I just ordered mine!!! I’m so excited!!!! Get it in a few weeks
@@xlilnetx Actually I returned it. Good features but too small to read, I was too used to the Timex.
@@secordman dang I didn’t think about that, thanks ! Hopefully I can read it!
comprehensive review, excellent stuff. I love this watch, but you know, there are way too many buttons and options/menus for my needs. I have never needed a lap timer or stopwatch, or the time in whatever other country. It doesn't make sense for the 12 hour time to just have a "P" showing when it ought to say PM or AM (although why you'd even want that I don't know because you'll know whether it's pm or am in any case won't you, so that's a pretty useless feature). So for me, although I want a G Shock (I don't yet own one) and I love the look of this, there are just so many features on it I will never use because for me, I just want to know the date and time, that's it. Many G Shocks are lovely pieces though, albeit very cluttered much of the time in my opinion, so who knows, if I buy one of these it would be an indulgence but, in honesty, I like my very simple F91W so it's not something on my immediate radar. However, I do like that blue one you show but it's unavailable for any reasonable price here in England.
Great video nonetheless, really enjoyed it.
Best review of a watch I have ever seen. Good job!
There is a cool website called pcparts were you can buy casio resin cases and fairly easily recase your gshocks. Been thinking about doing some of mine for fun. Especially since the actual release watches in these colors have stupid ridiculus markups.
Just bought one and your guide is a help as manuel is printed in very small text and you need to download the pdf to get the full procedures. Thanks
Thanks for setting up my new watch!🤗 the manual RC sig get wasn’t in the manual as switching of the beep. One minor detail on your vid, you say it is 200 bar water resistent but it is 20 bar. Thanks again, take care!👍🏻
You're right! I know that "20 bar" and "200 meters" are the same as far as these ratings go, so I just got confused when I was saying "200 bar". That would be REALLY deep!
Awesome watches. I got my 5610 like a year ago, the solar battery died in like 2 months, as a daily driver. xD They replaced it under warranty in a week and everything is working perfectly since then.
Just a few things to add:
1. In case it's not obvious, the DST auto mode switches DST on and off completely automatically for your home city when necessary, received with the signal
2. You can switch every WT city individually into DST mode manually by pressing and holding the adjust (top left) button
3. Compared to regular battery-powered models, the auto EL function stays on FOREVER if you turn it on. Regular Gs are turning this function off after like 6 hours to preserve battery power. However, due to this watch having solar charging, it can recharge the lost energy pretty much within a day or so. I noticed a bug though: if you go to the display test screen with adjust + mode + set(+), the auto EL turns off. Strange. :D
4. Indeed, if you start a timer the auto receive function is turned off, probably to avoid inconsistencies caused by time mismatch. Figuring this out drove me crazy but I did it on my own.
5. Leaving the watch in complete darkness (drawer) sends the watch in an even deeper sleep. After a week or so more functions are turned off automatically, such as the beeper, illumination, and even the auto receiver function.
6. You can actually kill the battery by leaving the watch for too long in the dark (months), so make sure you expose it to as much light as possible, even if it's artificial (indoor lights are light sources too).
I owned many watches in the past few years but this one is just the perfect watch for everyday use. It's rugged, accurate, has a lot of actually useful functions, and what I really like about it that it can work on its own. No smartphone link, no winding, no manual time setting. A really lightweight, fun watch to own. :)
Hi Greg hope you’re hale and hearty, thanks to your coverage on G Shock and Casio products I got into owning my first ever G Shock a week ago. I got myself the GW5610-1CF that comes with the auto backlight and a 3sec on screen lighting. Love it to bits.
My dream watch to own will be an identical g Shock square that can come equipped with a heart rate sensor, sleep tracker and step tracker. I’m big into walking since 2015 and I’m growing tired of wearing a Fitbit for it. Please ask Casio to make one with the requirements I’ve mentioned 🙏🥲
Nice use of the subjunctive, Greg. Props to you!
This series of the G-Shock 56XX with a barometer will be my perfect watch.
I got mine about 4 days ago and have been wearing it everyday.....when it arrived it was showing "high" charge and now it's medium. I hope I haven't received a dud because I've seen several people talk about having the same thing happen to them, I can't see it dropping in power like that when wearing it all "day" long. Other than that I love the watch....
No, mines exactly the same, it seems all digital g-shocks do it, just because it's in m doesn't mean it's faulty
Set it directly under a desk lamp or such for 8 hours or so and it should show High charge.
Update....stick it in a sunny place for a few days,I did it to mine and it's never once dropped below H since then
Hi Greg, Just want to say thanks for the best & most thorough review of GW-M5610-1ER. I bought t'she same watch a couple of weeks ago & I am impressed with all it's functions. It only took few minutes to set up & force a time sync & all was good. I call it my summer watch as at the moment it's winter in the UK so I'm wearing long sleeve shirts, sweater or a jacket so it's spending it's time sat on a window sill. My winter watch is a W-800H-1AVES, check it out it's a great watch. Thanks again. Mike in the UK.
just ordered one, thanks for the in-depth review!
Just got Gshock GW-M5610-1 at the BX for 45 bucks. LOVE it. I do wish the numbers came a bit bigger like my old PAG 240 (Pathfinder) NOT a deal breaker though
Thing is super light, I put a SUUNTO compass on the band for 15 bucks.
Hi, It's worth paying $40 more for this model instead of the DW5600E-1V? Atomic timekeeping function doesn't work in my country. Excellent review, btw...
There is a version of this watch with "tough solar" but without the atomic time.
Thank's for your in dept review, I bought one myself. Top vid!
Mine is on the way! I can't wait.
just got the G-5600E-1DR (G671) with Tough Solar but not multi band; great watch!
Great review sir. Used this to set up my new GW-5610 :)
Just got this watch and your guide was very helpful! Thanks
Great piece of Japan watch technology , I wear it everywhere
They’re usually around $95 with all the features while the ones without dolor for example will be like 10-15$ less
Great review of a very capable watch!
This is a very nice watch. I bought a very similar one at Macy's years ago, for $99. The model number is GW-M5600R. It was a smart purchase; problem was, I had no clue about it... First of all, I didn't even know the watch was solar, so when it started to go dim on me, I thought you needed to shake it. When I shook it, it came back to life. Then shaking didn't work, so I gave it to watch repairer to change the battery. Believe it or no, he did change the battery! On top of it, he screwed up the watch, because it no longer made any sound. Long story short, I had a great level of ignorance towards this watch. I just liked the black/orange livery. Now, I have more appreciation for the watch. And yes, I still have it, it's all fixed, and works beautifully to this day. I might even get a new one from Japan, in black/orange.
I'm glad you finally got it fixed. Yes, if you ever wanted to change the battery on one of these tough solar watches you have to be sure you get the right kind and not just a regular, lithium battery.
@@GoodTimekeeper Yeah, I think the watch repair guy changed the battery to the regular one. Of course, it was cheaper. And the reason the watch didn't make any sound, was because the back was mounted upside down. I put it the correct way up, and bingo, it works. It's been working fine though on regular battery. It never blacks out either. I also had the watch on during some nasty white paint job. Oh my, it took me days to clean that off. Anyway, this Casio had been with me through thick and thin. I really keep it now more for sentimental reasons. I also have a standard DW-5600E that I greatly overpaid for in a fancy store. (I paid $99 while at Macy's it was $49...) And I have a funky red one: GLX-5600 with moon phases. That's all for now. Recently the all metal silver one caught my eye, the GMW-B5000D-1. But the pricing on those seems a bit crazy. I had seen it in Macy's for cool $500. I was very disappointed that none of the Macy's watch discounts applied to it. Now I know why after I saw prices for it on eBay. It obviously immediately sold out at Macy's.
Good job, my friend! I respect you for your dedication!
That watch is for me one of the best watches about performance and capability, and its low price. Durable, and tough.
Thanks. I wanted the classic look, but seems the new model that ends in "U" has an LED light and not that Kool El Light which is on the light Blueish side.
Found one with the El Light at 108 with Free Shopping. Not that bad of a deal since we're in 2022 and those models are discontinued? But the "U" version is still being Produced?
I think I'll be hunting down the Black version of the original which I think is 5610-1B? Is that correct?
Thanks for your upload.
Have had the all stainless MTG930DA (module 2688 I think) for well over a decade, love it (seems to have all the same "features" this module has). Way back when, there was an equivalent all back, all metal version that I liked better, but I didn't buy it (kicking myself now, I WOULD prefer the all black version). I was VERY impressed with the module on this one... I'd prefer it to mine just for the screen layout. HOWEVER, the sticking point is the resin band... EVERY resin type band I have had ends up splitting within a few years. My stainless band will last forever. Is there ANY way to pair this module with an all black stainless metal band?
I keep trying to tell myself that I don't have any use for the Atomic Timekeeping, and you're over there telling me all the things that it can do. I bought myself the base model last year or the year before, I really don't remember, and it was starting to look a little beat, so I found a real good deal on a used one that was spotless PLUS it had the inverted display, which I really love, but the guy I bought the watch from hated it a had trouble seeing it. The negative display also affects the EL backlighting in that for the most part, the main panel stays dark, but the actual digits are lit up in that eerie glowing green. I think it also makes it easier for my old, worn out eyes to see. Anyway, it looks like I'm now in the market for Atomic Time when I originally only wanted Tough Solar. It was probably inevitable anyway, since very rarely do I find exactly what I want, and I end up convincing myself to just spend a little more because it's probably going to be with me for a long time, and I'll always hate it because it just does less.
About that Atomic TK... I had heard a while back that the station in the US was going to be shut down, which pretty much renders the function uesless. Has anyone else heard this too? I think it was in another RUclips channel that I heard about it, but it wasn't anytime recently.
Not sure what's going on but cannot get the atomic timekeeping to work. It hasn't synced since 11.1. Any advice?
The GW-M5610KC doesn't show up anywhere online, i would love to find it. Are you sure thats the model number as the one that keeps popping up on google is white
You said 200 bar, it's only 20 bar, great vid.
Yeah, 200m 660feet really impressive but not iso certified.
It would be great to see the same video tutorial on the updated U model (M5610U) with an updated display module that is much better.
I would need to decide which one to buy and then order it from Japan or possibly from Europe. In the meantime, I did my best to explain the new versions in this video... ruclips.net/video/Ns4UPJbXRZM/видео.html
Thanks. Yes, I watched that video of yours. And I will receive my M5610U on August 18 together with the GMA-S2100-4A for my mom. There are no RUclips tutorials for this watch either. Everyone just admires the appearance.
Thanks for the great video! I just got this watch and this video really helped with the initial settings. Very clear explanation!
good detailed description.
Wondering if you would be able to shed any light on following:
Do you see the "greyish" solar panel border lines that go all the way around the edge of the watch, which act as the border enclosing all the solar panel compartments, these borderlines all look to be the same greyish colour all the way around. A friend has a brand new GX-BB56-1DR, except in his watch, some parts of the solar border lines are greyish in colour and some parts of them are copper coloured?
What is your opinion of that? It does not seem to be normal from seeing all the other GX-56BB-1's on yt etc??
It is exactly like the issue in this link:
forums.watchuseek.com/f17/gw-5000-1jf-solar-panel-color-variation-updated-pics-323060.html
It seems to be something to do with the solar panel coating. However I am not certain that it has no detrimental effect on the watch, do you know anything further on the matter?
Many thanks.
Great review man, you explain everything perfect!
Dear Greg, could you please let me know is there a solar radio controlled g-shock with at lease 3 weekday/weekend styles of alarms?? I was about to buy 5610 BUT this simplicity with straight forward alarms setting just killed me! Thank you in advance!
Also, what are your thoughts for versions with negative display?
I still think that it's a bit more difficult to read the negative LCD display if you're in a place that isn't well-lit. I finally bought one with the negative display and the "combi bracelet" and I like it, but if I know that I'm going to be in a place with dim lighting I'll wear something else. I recently made a new video showing these G-Shock squares, including some that I purchased after I made THIS video... ruclips.net/video/zYXtExh3Z7o/видео.html
Fantastic video - no need for faffing with a manual, Thanks
Missionaries are handy... I've had stuff sent to me. The process was slow back then... letters only.