Casio G
And if you are following that subreddit , you will know that one of the hottest watches of the moment is also – for once – one of the most affordable. Or as this model is known on the internet, the “CasiOak”. It came out around a year ago but the buzz is showing no signs of letting up.
I can only assume they have managed to retain the ruggedness of what makes a G-SHOCK a G-SHOCK while reducing the dimensions through the use of what is called Carbon Core Quad. A side effect of this is that for some reason the watch doesn’t sit properly on wrist sometimes, with the lugs and strap not quite having the same snug fit to the wrist, even when pulled almost uncomfortably tight. The manufacturer calls his creation the Carbon Core Guard structure, which not only helps to improve the impact-resistant properties of the case , but also reduces the weight of the watch, and this is also important. To the right downward’s in a diamond shape is the LCD area which is hard to read at the best times. Whenever you have the misfortune of the hands sitting between 3 and 6 you’re in for a real bad time.
The buttons are easy to use and the adjust button top left is not recessed like on other Casio and G-SHOCK models. This is welcome as its a pain in the arse sometimes to activate it on other watches in the collection. Something people have commented on is the thinness of this watch compared to other Gs and this is evident when you flip the watch to the side.
As a result, it has become difficult to find, with only limited availability, and prices on the secondhand market increasing as a result. Today, the G-shock design has become iconic and is associated with durable and rugged timepieces. It is notoriously known for being able to hold up to all kinds of shocks, bangs, and mistreatment, yet still, continue to function properly. We use cookies to understand how you use our site and to improve your experience.
At 2 o’clock, it has the ”light”, at 4 o’clock ”start”, at 8 o’clock ”Mode”, and at 10 o’clock ”Adjust”. That way, you’ll know immediately which button does what. Analog hands Easy to Read, digital windows are small but light button works and is bright. Zach is a native of New Hampshire, and he has been interested in watches since the age of 13, when he walked into Macy’s and bought a gaudy, quartz, two-tone Citizen chronograph with his hard earned Bar Mitzvah money. It was lost in a move years ago, but he continues to hunt for a similar piece on eBay. Zach loves a wide variety of watches, but leans toward classic designs and proportions that have stood the test of time.
The result is that G-Shock can build a case with a thinner layer of plastic material while still offering the same protection G-Shock is known for. If this case making technique is allowed to expand and trickle into other G-Shock lines the possibilities are nearly endless. The blackout GA A1 is still sold out everywhere, but more stock is expected in the coming months, and we will make a new post when it is available. Some of these models may be more readily available in some countries in regions like Southeast Asia, but beware of fakes at unauthorized shops and online.
While the GA-2100 has more of the original G-Shock DNA in its style than some other recent models like the GA-2000, it is also a subdued style that has a mainstream appeal. Fans will easily recognize it as a G-Shock, but at the same time, it doesn’t scream “G-Shock” g shock watch to others. The Casio G-Shock GA-2100 is both a blast from the past as well as a peek into the future of tough everyday watches. Using a Carbon Core Guard structure to protect the inner module, along with a double-layer caseback, the GA2000HC comes in two versions.
I have managed to surprise myself with the joy of such simple wrist-worn fun. I’ve also enjoyed wearing the only watch in the house with a retrograde display for the weekdays, a proper world timer, 200m depth rating and all the other functions we simply take for granted. In short, the Casioak is a technological marvel spiced up with cheap fun – for about $220AUD it offers value with a capital V. I am seriously impressed. This is a watch for everything, and I genuinely understand why it’s got such a star rating among the watch community. The office is not the office anymore, and while we might long for suiting up again to impress colleagues with our sharp taste in tailoring, this is not the time.