Casio G Shock MULTIBAND 6 GW-5000-1JF Mens Watch Radio Tough Solar [Japan Import]

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Essentially an homage to the original G-Shock, it packs premium quality into what would otherwise be a nondescript G-Shock square. Then the new ‘U’ version came out and I bought the GW-5610U discounted to see if the changes made any real difference.

No VAT removed but from comments I have read they pay this so no import duties or fees when delivered but we will see how that goes. I next tried the GMW-B5000D which is a great watch but quite heavy and prone to the knocks and scuffs that the G-Shock was designed to shrug off with ease.I’m already over the number of pieces that I’d like to be at, but I have a dream team “core” of four watches in mind that would give me the well-rounded variation I enjoy. I am a kid of the 1980s, and although I had some watches before, the first watches I bought myself (being a kid) was a digital Casio W-14 in 1986 or so. Although the maximum width of the stainless steel and resin casing may just exceed 50mm, the bezel diameter is 44mm. The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. I like the honesty and extreme low-profile aspect of the GW-5000U-1JF with its matte resin bezel and rubber strap.

It helps encapsulate the information on the display as to focus your eyes on it when first reading the time. And a new strap, as the original strap was already replaced once, and the second strap deteriorated entirely in 2018. Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI always expect to pay VAT and charges on purchases from the EU now. The screw-back structure is considered special because the original G-Shock DW-5000C and other early G-Shock models were screw-backs, unlike most of the 5600 models of today that have a resin inner case and a case back secured by four screws.It feels good to know that I can put a watch on that will endure as much beating as I’m about to put myself through, whether that’s for play or my other work as a tree trimmer. There are a number of G-shock watches that Casio produces for sale only to the Japanese domestic market (JDM).

I always assumed it would be metal, maybe even one of the Titanium Virtual Armor limited editions as they trickle out.

That may seem a bit superfluous since there are only 24 hours in a day, but some time zones exist in the mid-point between hours. Evolved from the G-SHOCK original design that was born in 1983, the GW5000U-1 is a discerning model that boasts technology and a high-quality finish. The metal case and screw back are made of DLC (diamond-like) to enhance wear resistance, and the screw back is also mirror-processed to create a luxurious finish. I’ve owned the 5610 for a year or so and then saw the images of this one (I was looking for a more monochrome design). The only color visible is the small dark red underline of the text “Shock Resist” below the LCD screen.

The updated module (which gained the GW-5000U-1JF and its module-sharing counterparts the added “U” in their names) now has a bright white LED, another premium feature, that can be set to auto-light when one turns their wrist towards themselves to check the time. I believe these are sold everywhere in Europe now but not here in the UK - so I should think they are the same model.By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising.