The Classic G-Shock Every Enthusiast Should Consider - Casio G-Shock GWM5610 

This was the watch that got me off the smartwatch train. It does what it needs to do and nothing more.

During Marine week of USMC boot camp you're allowed to go the PX and get items like a watch. Which for 11 weeks you had no idea of what time it was unless you were on fire watch. The drill instructors recommend we get a watch and suggested a G-Shock. I kept that watch through 3 deployments to Afghan and it always worked perfectly. It was stolen out of my car 6 years later right off base. I miss that watch but it lasted FOREVER. But you can always buy a new one but still. Great job on the video Teddy and team!

This is the only watch I got. Bought it 4 years ago and it just keeps on going. Very comfortable and reliable.

as Thai person, having Casio factory here makes service and repair a lot easier and cheaper

I'm wearing mine as I watch the video. This is the quintessential G Shock, a must for every collector. As much as I love my Rolex, my 5610 is the only watch I really need. It does everything perfectly. Indestructible, super comfortable to wear, classic G Shock square appearance, very legible, world time, more features than I could ever use and it looks good on almost any wrist.

“Basement dwelling hermit that only emerges at night.” Getting roasted by Teddy was not on my bingo card today.

I bought this watch in October of 2023 and have been wearing it every work day since. If you work blue collar, I recommend this watch all the way. I work for maintenance and construction for a water company so in the short months that I’ve had this watch, I’ve made sure to put it through hell. Water, concrete, sewer, swinging hammers constant vibration and impacts that come with working with your hands aren’t enough to kill this watch. Also, while some may find the buttons hard operate, the fact that they are recessed help with the accidental pushing of them while working in awkward angles. Robust. No nonsense. I highly recommend

Pro Tip: quick way to tell if you have the old version or the new "U" version is the text on the front. Old one will say "EL Back Light", new one just says "Light" like in this video.

I HAD one of the DW5000s when I was in the Navy! I got it when they first came out. No matter how much abuse I dished out to that watch, it laughed at me and came back for more! I've been a fan since 1983, when they came out.

As a watch nerd AND a radio nerd, the GWM5610 is one of my favorites. It just blows my mind that I consistently pick up a signal over 500 miles away on a device powered by a hidden solar panel that fits on my wrist.

This is my only watch, and I absolutely love it. It's on my wrist all day, every day, and has never once let me down. It's been smashed into walls, dropped off a balcony, put through the washing machine, brought skiing, hit by paintballs, been left in a muddy puddle for a day, and been to the bottom of the harbour, and all I need to do in return is set it twice a year. I'm planning on buying myself a decent dive watch for my 17th (to actually bring diving - unheard of, I know), but I'll never sell the G-Shock. I wouldn't trust anything else on my wrist on a hike or camp.

Wearing mine right now and it's incredible. Bought it to commemorate earning my purple belt in Jiu-jitsu. It's a watch that is quite subtle, can take almost anything, stays accurate etc etc. Highly recommended.

One of the greatest watches ever crafted no doubt. Performs perfectly in almost any environment, is comfortable to wear, and the timeless look will never go out of style. Anybody who loves watches owes it to themselves to have one of these in the collection. Honestly, probably the best 150$ i've ever spent value wise thus far in life

The 5610 is simply the best value for money g shock out there. One feature that often gets missed is the wrist flick light function, which is very handy in the dark.

As a pure timepiece, the 5610 is in a class by itself. Assuming that you can receive the radio signal, short of having an atomic clock on your wrist, you can't have a more accurate timekeeper.

I've had a 5610 for several years. I wear it for all yard work, mechanic work, carpentry,,,anything rough duty...it still looks exactly like new - not even a scratch. For what it is designed for, it is perfect.

Got this model for Christmas and absolutely love it. I coach football (soccer), cycle and play cricket. This watch meets the demands of all of that and looks good. After years of Garmin watches I got fed up with the almost daily charging. With this and, hopefully, a Seiko 5 I’m sorted for every occasion and no charging.

This exact model is the g-shock in my collection. Never have to worry about the battery or setting the time, in fact this is the watch I set any other watch to when I put them on in the morning. I think it can't be overstated that while the case shape does look strange and a little off putting in pictures or in the watch box, there are few things that beat it for feel and look when it's actually on wrist. Also a great feature I've heard no video mention, while i eagerly await my back ordered Christopher Ward Bel Canto, my g-shock and casio world timer both chime on the hour for me and will be doing so along with that Bel Canto when it arrives.

Tough solar and multiband 6 make it the true set it and forget it watch and the one by which the others in the box are adjusted. Love this watch

This is the watch that I use to set all my other watches. It's my weekend and workout watch, and it's the watch I wear when I can't decide what to pick in the morning. Other than the watch my father got me when I was younger, I wouldn't abandon square in for anything.

I own one. Have for over a year. 100% endorse this entire video. This watch is my go-to beater. It’s on my wrist almost any given weekend when I’m doing work around the house, and is the watch I set all my mechanical watches to.

The gw5000u is my favorite watch! I'm a bartender so I don't worry at all because it can handle the beating flawlessly. The rubber is better than the regular rubber on entry-level shock

When you can choose only one! Worried about scratches on the crystal, buy a fitted screen protector film like one does with a phone. Did the Bezel /outer case get damaged? Don't worry. Remove a couple of screws and replace it for a few dollars. Same with the strap. You can go from a completely beat up old watch to a new one in la few m minutes. Dive with it, drive over it with a car or truck, put it into a homemade mud pie, it judt doesn't matter. Oh I almost forgot.. it keeps perfect time too!

Wearing my Gshock square while watching this vid. The OG GW-5000-1JF. It’s the watch that I use to set my mechanical watches because of the MB6 feature. it’s a watch that I instantly gravitate towards in my collection when I want a no nonsense watch to wear. It’s just like a Toyota. It just works.

I bought this watch specifically for when I climb. It’s reasonably small for a G and tough as the rest of them. The trouble is, it’s quickly become one of my favs and I wear it everywhere now

This is my daily watch. I've worn some form of G-Shock Square most of the time since 1991 and I'll never be without one. The 5610 has the perfect combination of durability, style, and light weight for me.

I picked this up last summer and it’s now my ultimate workout / grab n go wherever whenever watch. Effortless and dependable. Worth every penny!

Since I got mine, if I had to have a one watch collection. I think it would have to be this one. It’s got history. It’s a great size. It’s accurate and comfortable. 200m Water resistance. I can’t tick all those boxes even with my favourite mechanicals.

I have this on one of the G shock composite bands - takes it to the next level of comfort and versatility

I appreciate that you review watches of all price categories, and the way you describe them shows your love of timekeeping itself. Keep up the great work and always remember where your watch journey began

I love my DW5600. I found it on clearance at Walmart for $28 in 2021. I want a GWM5610 for the atomic feature and the awesome red stripe. I love mechanical watches and have a few, but i love square G-Shocks. They are iconic and look awesome and are durable as flip. My favorite Casio product.

I love the 5610. in the last three years or so I've had five surgeries and several medical procedures punctuated by more other medical consultations that I care to count and my 5610 old model has been on my wrist for nearly all of them. This is my watch that I can depend on. I also have the current 'U' model that arguably has slightly better functionality and the white back light is great. I have some more expensive mechanical pieces but I've well and truly bonded with my old model 5610 since a time when things were going south. I cannot recommend this watch enough. Many thanks for sharing Teddy.

HA! I have an old DW5600 from my days in the Marines that I use for reference time and I saw this had atomic time updates via radio and I thought "oooooh perfect for more accurate reference time!" and then you said exactly the same thing about this one. Great minds think alike!

Need to change to the newer upgraded version call 5610U….the “U” is for an upgraded movement that has current time showing in “stopwatch” and “timer” modes

I just bought one last week, I'm wearing it right now ! Really happy with it: so cheap but still fun, comfortable and a classic. It's nothing like a nice automatic watch, but at a couple % of the cost it's such good value.

I'm glad to see someone publishing a video on a true every day watch. A couple of years ago I needed a new 5600 watch and I got the 5610U. It is my outside work watch. I know that nothing I'm doing outside is going to hurt it. During a month of wear I will use most all of the features. If something were to happen to my watch I would replace it with another of the same model. I don't know that I have another watch in my collection that I can say that about.

I was waiting for this review thank you 😄 I have the gw5000u and i absolutely love it ! It’s a great and durable piece

because of G-Shock my first watch i bought, it made me appreciate watches.

I have the same watch, but my light is green. Love the solar and radio time tech.

Teddy, great timing. Mine arrived yesterday and I am wearing it to work tomorrow. Keep up the great work.

I didn't expect to see my G-Shock in this channel, as other videos I watched featured all expensive pieces. I've been using different G-Shock models since high school. This particular one has been with me for 10+ years and has never let me down, despite all the harsh conditions it's been through. It's always been my favorite for daily use. I also have a classic Seiko, not grand, just a regular one, which is perfect for formal events. So, Casio and Seiko have been like two good friends, always around me for all these years. Thank you for this video, as not everyone can afford expensive stuff. Honestly, even if I could, I still don't think I would buy anything more than the worth of a monthly minimum wage where I am living!

After watching hours of your videos I stopped by Walmart to get me a Casio "beater". I've never really worn a watch but love the look of the them and your video convinced me to get one. I just bought a cheap watch to make sure it something that I like since I'm not used to wearing one. Hope to start a small collection as long as I can get used to wearing one. Thanks for all the great info and videos!

I'm wearing my 5610U right now! Such a great watch and I love that these Casios are cool again. It reminds me of the first digital watch I had when I was a young kid in the 80s!

Amazing watch. I just wanted a functional tough watch so I got one and I cant believe how much I like the watch and the looks overall! Gets way more wrist time than I thought.

Spot on the size issue.. It wears like a 40!! Don't let the size scare you away... I have had mine for about 5 years now and it is going strong.. I might upgrade the U version and give mine away... Great Video Ted!!!!

I have the GWM5610U - had the older model previously and I couldn't imagine being without a 'square'. I also have the GA-B2100 as a more fashion/casual piece. Love your videos by the way - so well presented and detailed, really well done.

I own several luxury watches but this casio is genuinely my favourite watch I own and would probably be my one watch for life choice.

Have this exact watch and like it a lot more than I expected. Great watch to wear for "utility" type activities. And it is small/thin so fits under a sleeve/jacket pretty easily too. My other G is a GW-7900. Even though it wears a little larger, it's not too bad. I like it a little better because it can display 2 timezones simultaneously, plus shows moon, tide, and mini-timer simultaneously.

My wife bought me this for Christmas, the automatic lightup feature comes in really handy on my night time runs.

I have a DW-5600E ($50) which I believe is the no frills version of the original. No solar, No atomic time; 10 year battery life...the same that the rechargeable solar; but cheaper battery replacement. I live where no atomic signal is available, so no need. I have over 20 watches, and I wear my g-shock at least once a weeK...more than some in my collection.

I bought the made in JAPAN version of the tough solar 8 years ago in Tokyo. It never has lost the time even after I locked it in a drawer for 2 years

I have a 5610 with negative display and absolutely love it. This was my jumping off point for all other solar watches.

I got my first 5600 in the early nineties and have owned three in 30 years. The first I lost after a decade, second ran for 15 years and I gifted it. Now I have a 5610 and love the solar sustainability. Most reliable, durable and comfortable watches ever! 🤙

Brilliant as always......... I.ve had many Gs, mostly Casioaks, but also a number of squares. I've now got just 2, the "5000U" solely made in Japan, for the Japanese market. The strap is superior and the case back is screwdown. It's far more expensive, but in my view the ultimate Gshock square. My last G is another square.... inverted screen , with bluetooth.....

I have the base DW5600, it is just a solid all round watch. I use it as my watch for any physical work that involves potential damage. Funny I bring it in and run some water over it and it looks like new again. It kind of is both a tool but also lives in my watch box as just a nice watch. I am a big G-Shock fan and my favourites are my GG1000-1a5 Mudmaster and GA-700-2A. They are big watches which I like but worth noting that they are thick enough to make putting work gloves on and off at least noticeable. The 5600 you don’t even notice working in and keeps a lower profile when working around things that might catch on a watch which can be a plus.

I liked this watch way more than I thought and wear it way more than I expected. Went to the ocean with it. It's just a perfect piece for every activity. And very retro cool. :)

I have this exact watch for tasks that I don't want to put my analog quarz or automatic watches through. I love it! It is a tank without being too big.

This is the exact model of g-shock in my collection. Excellent watch with classic g-shock design.

That's so AWESOME you're talking about this icon. I gave one away on my channel last month and going to give another away next month. I think everyone should have one of these in their collection. Its just simply a beast when it comes to value for your dollar. ⌚

Was my first g shock. Got it last year. It is the quintessential Gshock square. I enjoy wearing it.

Recently just bought GMW-B5000-PB , has been looking for the watch about 2yrs , love it.

Agreed.Owning the 5610 for 2 years now. It's my most worn watch. I have the regular one, not the U. But according to the information on the back, it's made in Thailand.

This is my very favorite G-Shock. I have mine on the Combi-Bracelet and it's an absolute gem.

I love this watch I got one a few years ago … growing up and still to this day my dad has always had a Gshock on his wrist but have always found them too big for me and one day rewatching speed I noticed a smaller looking square gshock on Keanu reeves and did some research and came across this newer model and new with the solar power function this is then one I wanted got it on sale tried it on and fell I love with it ever since I love the fact I can just leave it on my beside table it goes into sleep mode and when I pick it up it will wake up and don’t have to worry about the battery or changing the time

Cheap and effective screen protectors are available for these as well, making it pretty much completely worry free. Also picked up a plastic link band off eBay for like $12. This model got me into the hobby :)

A step up from this is the GWM5000U which has the exact same 3495 module and all the same features but has a full stainless steel case and a slightly softer/better resin strap.

My dad bought me the original back 1983. Sadly I had to replace the straps and the casing. But the heart is still original. I’m a Casio fan for life

Glad to see a video on a entry level quartz watch. I hope there are more videos to come.

This is up there as one of my most favourite watches in my collection. Fantastic watch

The best Casio! Thanks for doing this video.

Got the GWM5610 since 2018, among my other auto-movements collection including 2 casio protrek quad sensors solar battery. The most often watch that I brought to my overseas trip to flip over with GMT watches, due to slimmer, lighter, simpler, and versatile at any climate of the country I visited. Peace of mind.

As an owner of the very first G Shock ever released I have a story to share. In 1984 i was 13 and my dad bought me a digital watch, my first watch. It was the original G Shock. I was over the moon and incredibly proud of the ruggedness of it. I told my friends that the claim was the 10m drop, 10 bar water resistance and 10 yr battery life. One night we got drunk while staying at a friends place and while roaming tje streets one of my friends started being an asshole about the watch. He questioned the toughness and ended up challenging me to drop it on the street. I did and the watch was fine. Not happy he said he wanted to drop it and actually smashed into the street with all his force. The watch was fine but the bracelets disintegrated. I was devastated. Hung onto it for a few months but since i had no idea how to repair it i ended up continuing the challenges to toughness. I ended up putting it on the rails of a streetcar which flicked it into nirvana. I never found it so can’t say wether it was still working. A stupid end for such an amazing watch. Today it would be worth s small fortune. Fast fwd 32 yrs and in 2016 I received a package from an unknown sender. To my surprise when I opened it it was a G Shock GA100. My friend felt so guilty after all those years he gifted me a G Shock. Today I ended up purchasing the 5610U because it looks almost identical to the original one, bar the brick dial. I am over the moon.

Teddy you are absolutely right 👉 about this watch. I have some high end watches along this one as well.A perfect 👌 watch to wear on daily bases or on weekends.Very nice review man.

This is an amazing watch, I picked it up from Amazon at $99 two months ago. It looks good and has good features.

A truly iconic piece. There's a variant of the G-Shock square to fit almost any taste, but even the original is a surprisingly well made design with just enough pops of color to add character. I do still like my analog G-Shocks more aesthetically, but there is something to be said about not having a watch hand obscure the date window or the like. The only caveat I'd give to people with smaller wrists is that the resin band on these flares out at the lugs instead of being able to pivot down like on most watch straps so it wears a bit larger than the length suggests instead of hugging the wrist. It's something that helps the watch land with the face up with the strap down and absorbing impact if it falls but does impact how it wears. Though comparing my square variant that just arrived today with the one I've had longer, it does start to contour a bit over time. Even if this won't fit a small wrist as well as a 2100/Casioak, this still wins on functions as a beater with dual time functions if one needs a travel watch.

I have the Charles Darwin Tortoise and I absolutely Love it!. I have a Speedmaster & a beautiful Pasha but something about the G Shock that I really enjoy and love is just the features and look of the watch.

Perfect watch. Legible, stopwatch, alarm, time zones, great size, solar and raio functions provide pick up and go convenience. Only thing I would want to change is the strap which is a bit cheap.

I don’t wear it as much as before but it’s still my favorite G shock. I also have full metal GMW-B5000MB that’s my daily driver for some time now because it has nicer band (replaced bracelet with rubber band) that is much softer. Planning to buy GW5000 for that reason, better quality materials. But 5610 is the most beatiful G shock IMO.

I really do not know how to praise these Casio’s enough! I am still rocking a DW 1500 and is about 40 years old! I have this 5610u as well, and other 4 more Casios. They are incredible!

The GWM5610 is my G Sock of choice. Added the Combi bracelet. Will always be in my collection.

This watch gets more wrist time than any other watch I own. One thing that Teddy didn't really dwell on, but is a great benefit, is that the watch has a world timer function. This allows you to select the time zone you are in where the watch will then show that time. But it will also show your home time simultaneously (a digital GMT). I haven't tested it out yet, but I assume if out of the country it will also pick one of the other atomic clocks based on your global location, just as it does with Ft Carson here in America, to update the time daily. Awesome watch...

I got this watch for Christmas and I love it. had an Apple Watch before and don't use it anymore. you can wear this watch and forget about it. you have the perfect time and don't have to think about charging it. I love it!

I’m so glad you have reviewed this watch. It is £99.99 in the UK and I have been on the fence about getting it but not any more

I don't care if you own a Graff Diamonds Hallucination. If you don't have at least one G-Shock, it isn't collection.

Just bought a GW-7900. AWESOME!!!🤘🏼 The automatic sync with atomic clocks is super nice!! Cheers y’all!

Such a solid "package" of a watch. Light, comfortable, and it just does it all and works. Its my "tool" watch, gardening, walking, DIY. I wear this, a dress watch and a Sub. the perfect set imo.

Recently bought this watch and it truly might be the best watch to own. Can't recommend this one enough.

I have owned so many GShocks. I don't consider myself a GShock fan boy but I have put a lot of these watches through the wringer and they came through great.

Got the updated U version on Amazon for under $100 last month. As a self proclaimed mechanical watch purist, I was pleasantly surprised. This thing is the perfect beater and highly functional

I’ve had this watch for 1.5 years. Absolutely love it

for my square g-shock piece, i ended up with a 5000u because of the soft strap and the robust back panel - very hardy and comfortable with pretty much the same features - probably a little more expensive lol, but my fav

Awesome watch & module. I have the GW5000U which is basically the more premium version of this watch at $250-$300 but has the exact same module. It comes with better resin & full DLC coated stainless steel core & screw down caseback, but the 5610 is definitely a better bang for your buck. I love my GW5000U though & think the price is justified

Proud owner of the original 5610 and absolutely loving it! Best no-nonsense beater watch you can ask for, truely a set-it-and-forget it piece. No doubt im my mind its a permanent addition in my collection.

I bought one like 8 years back and everytime I think I want a new watch I let the thought pass because I don't need one. This one will last for a lifetime it seems!

Nice review video Teddy 😃 I have this model exactly and also the negative display version. Oh I forgot I do have also the GW5000U.

This! Plus you can church it up w/ a set of Jay's & Kay's strap adapters, and rock a more comfortable Nato. If you really want to get froggy, you can also get their bull bars for added protection (and style).

Got my first G shock last month, great video

I owe a lot of wonderful watches, but I’ve never lost my love for this precise G-Shock. It is among my most worn pieces and I just adore the practical functionality it offers. This watch caused me to buy an MRG square, a TVA as well as a Stainless Square - but this humble but really tough and charismatic 5610 remains my favorite Gshock and it’s among my top 3 favorite watches - mechanical pieces and all. I just can’t say enough good things about it!

Nice review. I liked the line about a watch not getting in the way of human experience. 👍👌

A fantastic watch, and one of my favourites amongst my collection of G-Shocks. I also own the negative display version of the GW-M5610U, as I find its sleek and cool looks as appealing as the iconic design of the GW-M5610U-1 (and although I concede that positive displays are more legible, I haven’t had any major issues reading the reverse display on the GW-M5610U-1B).