Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
I don't see it on the US site but there is a new model, the W-737H, up on the Casio international site that looks pretty good to me. I like this dark metallic grey but there is also a black and navy blue model. It looks to be a little bit bigger than a G-Shock square.
CASIO W-737H-1A2V LINK
CASIO W-737H-1A2V LINK
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
So, Mrs. Klaatu3 and I have been watching World's Toughtest Race: Eco-Challenge Fiji on Prime. Pretty good show if you like the adventure-racing genre. Brutal race. Anyway, it looks like all the contestants are wearing a particular Casio watch, but I'm trying to figure out what model. A little help from the hive?..
[Sorry for the blurry screencap]
[Sorry for the blurry screencap]
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Looks like a ProTrek to me, but don't recognize it. I know Bear Grylls has a deal with Luminox and has some special edition watches with his name on them.
Wonder if they have restrictions about limiting things like compasses?
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Maybe this cheap Casio or similar model: https://www.casio.com/products/watches/ ... gw300h-1av
Wonder if they have restrictions about limiting things like compasses?
EDIT:
Maybe this cheap Casio or similar model: https://www.casio.com/products/watches/ ... gw300h-1av
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
I pulled the trigger on the Jays and Kays convertible adapters. Quite happy so far. The cool thing is you can use either a 22mm two-piece or a NATO.
To use a 2-piece you are using 4 spring bars. The 16mm to attach the adapters and a set of 22 to attach the strap.
To use a 1-piece you just thread the strap through and just use the 16mm on the adapters.
To use a 2-piece you are using 4 spring bars. The 16mm to attach the adapters and a set of 22 to attach the strap.
To use a 1-piece you just thread the strap through and just use the 16mm on the adapters.
I wish that watch were 38mm?
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So those are true 22mm? The set I have from them for a 6900 are like the Casio ones (or the AliExpress ones) that really fit better with 24mm. But those are the convertible type.Boourns wrote: ↑Tue Aug 25, 2020 11:17 am I pulled the trigger on the Jays and Kays convertible adapters. Quite happy so far. The cool thing is you can use either a 22mm two-piece or a NATO.
To use a 2-piece you are using 4 spring bars. The 16mm to attach the adapters and a set of 22 to attach the strap.
To use a 1-piece you just thread the strap through and just use the 16mm on the adapters.
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
I believe so. The ebay listing says it is made for a 22mm strap (one comes included with the adapters). And looking at how the strap comes out, I don't think a 24mm would fit without bunching. Though I don't have a 24mm to test it.AndyS wrote: ↑Tue Aug 25, 2020 11:20 amSo those are true 22mm? The set I have from them for a 6900 are like the Casio ones (or the AliExpress ones) that really fit better with 24mm. But those are the convertible type.Boourns wrote: ↑Tue Aug 25, 2020 11:17 am I pulled the trigger on the Jays and Kays convertible adapters. Quite happy so far. The cool thing is you can use either a 22mm two-piece or a NATO.
To use a 2-piece you are using 4 spring bars. The 16mm to attach the adapters and a set of 22 to attach the strap.
To use a 1-piece you just thread the strap through and just use the 16mm on the adapters.
I was specifically looking for 22mm adapters because 22mm NATOS are much easier to find than 24mm, and I can also use straps on more than one watch.
I wish that watch were 38mm?
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
AndyS wrote: ↑Tue Aug 25, 2020 10:44 am Looks like a ProTrek to me, but don't recognize it. I know Bear Grylls has a deal with Luminox and has some special edition watches with his name on them.
Wonder if they have restrictions about limiting things like compasses?
EDIT:
Maybe this cheap Casio or similar model: https://www.casio.com/products/watches/ ... gw300h-1av
You may be right about that Casio model, it has many of the same visual features based on brief glimpses shown during the show. And the race teams are shown using only traditional baseplate compasses and maps--so they probably aren't allowed to use compass watches. That's not a minor factor, because navigation errors frequently happen, delaying teams or even causing disqual.
I'd think they'd want something with more than 100m static WR, since the racers spend a LOT of time in water!
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But not at depth So I'm sure they're fine. Those watches could probably stay under water swimming or paddling in a river for years without failing. There probably get at most 3 meters of depth (if that).
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
Always like wearing this one from Jr. Did not know that there is a blue version and a Green Version.
Blue is incoming for Jrjr; and if I find a good deal on the green one... may just have to pull the trigger. This is probably my favorite G shock.
G ym Bound by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
Blue is incoming for Jrjr; and if I find a good deal on the green one... may just have to pull the trigger. This is probably my favorite G shock.
G ym Bound by Wolfsatz, on Flickr
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
Casio is reviving its first analog-digital G-Shock with a line-up of resin (AW-500) and full metal (AWM-500) options. I've included details for the more basic resin model but the steel versions are upgraded with a different module (5640) that includes solar charging, atomic time-keeping and more. The AW starts at 13,000 JPY and the AWM at 60,000 JPY.
G-clock-wise from top left: AW-500BB-1E, AW-500BB-4E, AW-500E, AWM-500GD, AWM-500D-1A8, AWM-500D-1A
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Details and Specifications
Size of case : 55.2×47.7×14.7mm
Total weight : 58g
Case / bezel material: Resin
Resin Band
Neobrite
Shock Resistant
Mineral Glass
200-meter water resistance
Electro-luminescent backlight
Afterglow
Dual time
1/100-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 00′00″00~59′59″99 (for the first 60 minutes)
1:00′00~23:59′59 (after 60 minutes)
Measuring unit: 1/100 second (for the first 60 minutes)
1 second (after 60 minutes)
Measuring mode: Elapsed time
Daily alarm
Full auto-calendar (to year 2099)
12/24-hour format
Regular timekeeping
Analog: 2 hands (hour, minute (hand moves every 20 seconds))
Digital: Hour, minute, second, pm, month, date, day
Accuracy: ±15 seconds per month
Approx. battery life: 7 years on CR2016
Module: 5416
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PROFESSIONAL WATCHES
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G-clock-wise from top left: AW-500BB-1E, AW-500BB-4E, AW-500E, AWM-500GD, AWM-500D-1A8, AWM-500D-1A
CASIO PRESS RELEASE
Details and Specifications
Size of case : 55.2×47.7×14.7mm
Total weight : 58g
Case / bezel material: Resin
Resin Band
Neobrite
Shock Resistant
Mineral Glass
200-meter water resistance
Electro-luminescent backlight
Afterglow
Dual time
1/100-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 00′00″00~59′59″99 (for the first 60 minutes)
1:00′00~23:59′59 (after 60 minutes)
Measuring unit: 1/100 second (for the first 60 minutes)
1 second (after 60 minutes)
Measuring mode: Elapsed time
Daily alarm
Full auto-calendar (to year 2099)
12/24-hour format
Regular timekeeping
Analog: 2 hands (hour, minute (hand moves every 20 seconds))
Digital: Hour, minute, second, pm, month, date, day
Accuracy: ±15 seconds per month
Approx. battery life: 7 years on CR2016
Module: 5416
G-CENTRAL
PROFESSIONAL WATCHES
HODINKEE JAPAN
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
[mention]Guyinwatch[/mention] welcome to the party.
From googling some it looks like the 5600 you posted is indeed the first carbon core square.
For those who haven't seen it: https://www.g-central.com/g-shock-dwe-5600cc-dwe-5600/
From googling some it looks like the 5600 you posted is indeed the first carbon core square.
For those who haven't seen it: https://www.g-central.com/g-shock-dwe-5600cc-dwe-5600/
I wish that watch were 38mm?
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
Thanks for getting me here [mention]Boourns[/mention] .
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Re: Let's talk G-Shocks, ProTreks, and other Casio's
yinzburgher wrote: ↑Wed Oct 14, 2020 7:15 am Casio is reviving its first analog-digital G-Shock with a line-up of resin (AW-500) and full metal (AWM-500) options. I've included details for the more basic resin model but the steel versions are upgraded with a different module (5640) that includes solar charging, atomic time-keeping and more. The AW starts at 13,000 JPY and the AWM at 60,000 JPY.
Damn those look like something you'd see in like a retro sci-fi show or comic, particularly the bottom row. I kinda love it, but I don't know if I can see myself even wearing that. I can totally see this guy wearing those though:
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