Just trying to get the general idea of the timepieces that the majority of users here are choosing as partners for their daily needs. As for me (and this is coming from someone who only has two G-Shocks), my most common choice is the simple 5610U, simply because of how basic it is, while still having two functions that I use daily to work out and cook, the stopwatch and the timer, with the added bonus of showing the home time while both of these functions are running. It is a little small for my wrist (just above 7.5 inches), but it's very comfortable, so I have it on pretty much always. I also have a Rangeman, but it sees way less use. What is your weapon of choice? Cheers.
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5610U as well ... but then again it's my only G-Shock. I just never bought one before because there was nothing that ticked all my boxes. This one did.
I wear my GW-5000 almost daily. I work in pediatric sports medicine so most of my work days involve running around a gym with teenagers, lifting weights, throwing medicine balls, sanitizing equipment, and washing my hands a million times. It's tough, comfortable, and low key but still really fun to wear.
Ga-100 for mountain biking, kayaking, beach and paddle boarding. And the DW5600 when I feel fancy lol.
By model type, squares. Whenever I go on vaca, I always take my Ti square.
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But these days, probably my gwg-2000 since it is always in my bag and I hike home from work with it almost everyday.
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But these days, probably my gwg-2000 since it is always in my bag and I hike home from work with it almost everyday.
the black GBX-100 as my work-wear for over a year now:
1/ the flimsy strap: as first I didn't like its flimsiness but as time goes on, I learn to appreciate this strap: good for all weathers, easy to take on and off, under or over jacket sleeves
2/ the not so bulky case with extra protection from the combi metal/resin bezel
3/ MIP and big digits display for quick read at night
4/ Vibration to notify me alarms that I setup via phone/bluetooth
5/ bluetooth system that give you quick check for notification on the phone, without having to pull out the phone (and sometimes, pulling out the phone is not allowed at all)
6/ the all black color helps to blend in and matches the professional look
7/ dual display times, sometimes I need to check if the Japanese are on their lunch (j/k)
8/ step-counting feature, which sure is conversation starter these days
this is an almost perfect for my job - if it lasts more than 2 years on the battery, then it is perfect
1/ the flimsy strap: as first I didn't like its flimsiness but as time goes on, I learn to appreciate this strap: good for all weathers, easy to take on and off, under or over jacket sleeves
2/ the not so bulky case with extra protection from the combi metal/resin bezel
3/ MIP and big digits display for quick read at night
4/ Vibration to notify me alarms that I setup via phone/bluetooth
5/ bluetooth system that give you quick check for notification on the phone, without having to pull out the phone (and sometimes, pulling out the phone is not allowed at all)
6/ the all black color helps to blend in and matches the professional look
7/ dual display times, sometimes I need to check if the Japanese are on their lunch (j/k)
8/ step-counting feature, which sure is conversation starter these days
this is an almost perfect for my job - if it lasts more than 2 years on the battery, then it is perfect
I've never been much into g-shocks, but I recently got a DW-5600 because it was the smallest, cheapest and is actually certified by NASA. I don't really care for the bigger g-shock aesthetic, I just wanted a beater to wear around the house to replace my almost collapsing at this point F91W
I don’t have a single one I wear more frequently, but I wear a square 99% of the time. I have a few different ones and just prefer them over others. Over the years, I’ve grown tired of all the added designs on the faces of G-Shocks (eyes and such) and prefer the uncluttered and simple face of the squares. I’ve also grown tired of the ana-digi due to hands blocking dates and such when I need to see them. For me, the squares just work out best.
GW-6900. I’ve owned many G-Shocks, and both the GW-5000 and GW-9400 Rangeman got a lot of wrist time, but as far as size and practicality, the 6900 is my favorite.
Mudmaster for me. No matter what I throw at it, it refuses to break. A very robust watch, IMHO.
I've worn my Tough Solar for three years now. Love how it syncs to atomic time and how it wears a bit smaller.
- To go to the Gym I wear a square
- For outdoor activities I wear my GW-9400, Rangeman, GWG-2000, Mudmaster or similar
- For everything else (including going to the office), lately, I've been using, this one, GWF-A1000, Frogman, most of the "time":
- Very nice looking
- Just a quick glance is needed to tell the time
- Excellent night visibility
- And with the tool-less microadjuster, fit is just very good
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GW9400J-1BJF - Workshop watch
GWFD1000NV-2JF - Diving watch
GMWB5000G-1JF - Beater/ Daily so gets worn the most
GMWB5000TB-1JR - Casual/formal wear.
But I miss my GW-5000 to be honest, so it might be making a comeback...
@Mr.Jones82 How do you break in the gwg-2000 strap?
Typos courtesy of Samsung Auto-Incorrect[emoji769]
Typos courtesy of Samsung Auto-Incorrect[emoji769]
This guy, with the tidal information set to my happy place (our beach house). Bought used for about $20 USD. Although I generally prefer solar G's, I like the tidal display on the GLX-5600 models more than the GWX-5600's.
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