CASIO G-Shock GW-5000U-1JF [20 ATM Water Resistant Solar Radio Wave GW-5000 Series] Shipped from Japan

I have a small collection of moderately nice watches. I purchased this G-Shock nearly five years ago and it was the last watch I ever purchased and likely will be unless some calamity befalls it. This is the ultimate timepiece in my opinion. Formerly, my work required accurate time keeping and that was the reason I went down the path of the square G-Shocks. After landing on this incredibly solid and unpretentious beast my search was over. This watch does absolutely everything you could possibly need a watch to do while omitting all of the bullshit. Accurate time, date, day of the week, nightly radio sync to the atomics, solar power, stop watch, countdown timers, time zones, alarms and a light. Does it know what I ate for breakfast? Thankfully not. Can it track my movements or record my heart rate? Thankfully not. I'm confident that this watch will never sell me or my data down the river. Because it isn't collecting any. This watch is more accurate than the lower end G-Shocks and I know this by having been out of range of the atomic clocks for months. If the apocalypse happens, you're only going to gain a few seconds a year. The rubber on this watch is also higher quality than the other G-Shocks, more comfortable, softer feel and seemingly more durable. My lower end G-Shocks took more damage from chemicals splashes than this one has. It's easy to clean with soap and a scrub brush and is of course water resistant. I also love that I don't look like a douchebag with more money than sense, a temporarily embarrassed millionaire trying to get into the billionaire club. This is a working man's watch, one that works flawlessly and is made to stand the test of time. I've traveled to some very seedy areas of the globe with this watch on my wrist, never feeling like I would be targeted because it's so no-frills and non-flashy. All of my friends have seen this watch on my wrist daily for the past five years and I'm sure that any of them would be shocked to see the price tag but none of them are the wiser. Is this watch worth the price tag? Absolutely, 100% yes. This truly is the last watch I'll ever buy. In fact, five years in, I'm honestly thinking of selling all my other watches. All they do is collect dust now.

I was initially turned onto this watch by a YouTube review that seemingly popped up at random on my feed. Being a modest G-Shock fan (owning half a dozen already over the many years), I gave the review a look-see. The video was very well done, and practically a travel log. That alone was not enough to persuade me, as I have an education in marketing, so ads that "sell the sizzle and not the steak" do little to garner my interest in a product. Here's what did, though, and the reason I bought something that so pricy, yet understated. The 5000U is pattered in the classic square-face design of the G-Shocks of old, but is sufficiently modern for my tastes. No, it doesn't connect via Bluetooth to your phone like the 7000 series, nor does it have the crisp TIFF display like the H1000, nor does it show tide and moon info like the Rescue or Frogman series, nor does it display your altitude and bearing like a Rangeman. No, the 5000U offers Multichannel 6 radio atomic time keeping, solar tough charging, and the usual assortment of features you'd expect on a digital G-Shock, including a 20-Bar water resistance. So what makes it so special? What justifies it being $100+ more expensive than the average G-Shock with the same features? The answer to those questions are Construction and Understated Style. Most G-Shock watches are made with a plastic core. While still very durable and more than tough enough to be run over by a commercial truck, the 5000U was made with a steel core making it even more so durrable. What's more, being made in Japan, the 5000U features a steel screw-down back to the casing, as opposed to being a thin sheet of metal attached with for tiny screws. Not only is this indicative of quality the likes of which you only see in premium luxury watches (which are decidedly NOT G-Shock tough), but the feature greatly improves the watch's durability while adding only a sliver of thickness. The steel core is wrapped in an outter shell and band of silicone. Not only does this lend to the subtle appearance of the watch, but makes the 5000U remarkably comfortable to wear all day long. Truly, I tell you, this is the most comfortable G-Shock I've ever worn, it may well be the most comfortable watch I've ever owned! While it's true that the person sitting next to you may never guess this degree of superior craftsmanship is sitting on your wrist, nor will anyone be impressed with its flashy bling -- that's sort of the point! The 5000U bears a deliberately understated style of its own. Not standing out like a gaudy peacock should be considered a selling point, not a detractor. Wearing a 5000U gives you an air of mature modesty, yet you still retain the confidence and knowledge you possess a superior timekeeper. The skeeby, sketchy guy next to you by the bus stop or subway won't look at your watch and wonder how much he can get for it at the hock shop. It doesn't mark you was a person with a surplus of cash in your wallet. And the 5000U doesn't make you worry about scuffing up your pretty, overpriced piece of timekeeping jewelry, thus freeing you to be the devil-may-care man that you truly are... potentially, anyhow. True to it's G-Shock heritage, this is a watch for men who want some more dependable, through thick and thin. Something practical, accurate, and devil-dog tough; yet made with superior craftsmanship and care. If I had a complaint about the 5000U, it would be that the buttons are on the small side. Pressing the light button in the dark could be quicker and easier task with either bigger buttons or a dedicated light button. Even so, I have large hands, and once you get a feel for the controls, it's not enough of an inconvenience to warrant switching to another watch.

This is the premium Casio G-Shock in this line, the best you can get based on the original. I chose this one for these basic reasons. Made in Japan, all of Casio's higher end watches are made in Japan. Enclosed metal case. Stainless steel screw back. Softer more comfortable rubber band. Less color on the face, even more stealth. LED light, better than the less expensive versions. Mulit Band 6 and Tough Solar. I have 6 watches, this is one of the least expensive and right now is my favorite daily wearer. Very comfortable, lightweight, 100% accurate which I like very much. It has been automatically been synching with the atomic clock in Denver every morning just after midnight. How cool is that! I know that might depend where you live and your line of sight to Denver. I live just outside Milwaukee and it only failed me one night when we had a storm. No problem, if you want, you can synch it anytime manually. I’m 100% satisfied with this purchase through Amazon, seller, Japan Treasure Factory, was fantastic. Watch was extremely well packaged and arrived sooner than expected. Highly recommended! Last thing, this watch will not get noticed for what it really is. You will not get many or any comments from people, looks basically like the $50 version. However, YOU will know that you are wearing a VERY special watch. Thanks for reading this, I hope it helps in your decision.

Le vendeur fait croire qu'il vend une superbe montre mais c'est finalement une bas de gamme qui arrive. Arnaque

Solid digital watch with a neat design and a lot of functions.

It arrived quickly and in perfect condition. Very happy with it.

Produto original de otima qualidade,muito satisfeito com o relógio.

El reloj es de excelente calidad estoy muy contento con la compra