The world time feature is perfect for the traveling person who needs to quickly switch time to wherever they are. The watch stores 48 different cities to select from, in 31 time zones. Our complete guide of G-Shock watches includes Solar Powered G-Shocks. If you see Tough Solar option or tag #G-Shock-Solar — it means that the watch is Solar Powered.
For me the biggest advantage of the GW vs DW6900-1V is the “solar” rechargeable battery. It’s why I abandoned quartz watches in the very early 1980’s during my military career, using Hamilton MIL-W-46374B and GG-W-113 watches, alternating periodically between them. I could always sync to a WWV HF signal or a comm center chronometer every few days. When you’re out in some Godforsaken wilderness, desert wasteland or jungle, g shock protection watch battery replacement isn’t feasible. If outside a region covered by one of the LF time signals (e.g. WWVB), it will continue working just fine, with the ability to set the time manually as needed, which shouldn’t be very often. The moderate size makes it much easier to keep under a sleeve when necessary and much less likely to get snagged and caught on equipment, the consequences of which could be injurious.
I would have to say the most popular G-Shock model to be issued during my time in the service has to be the DW6900-1V. Its a rugged compact watch which had everything we needed at the time. However, with the advances of military baby g shock technology and the changing facets of modern warfare more units are begging to issue out the iconic GW Rangeman. Great watches which are dependable and extremely utilitarian in nature; a perfect fit for military life.
After the square 5600, this is the most recognizable G-Shock look and is a popular choice for police, soldiers and other such professionals around the world. There are a slew of one-offs in the G-Shock digital lineup inspired by the classic 6900 model — some of them common and others which can be hard to get your hands on. Let’s contemplate the following two G-Shocks, just to get a sense of the breadth available. The first is the $380 Mudmaster from the Master of G series, an enormous battle-ready analog/digital hybrid badass with more capability than your smartphone. The second is the $150 Hotei Limited Edition from the 7 Lucky Gods Collection, which appears fey and airy but is, like all G-Shocks, tough as nails. Also, the Hotei sold out in pre-sale, and is inevitably bound for sale on the nerd-forums for multiples of the original price.
The watch is water resistant enough and has stood up well to the salt water. I loved this watch so much I bought another for my 15 year old son. Imagine our surprise when his high school basketball showed up with one of these on his arm. The casio box that accompanies the watch is one of the best I have ever had. However, because of its rugged looks it doesn’t look bad at all.
The illumination button does not illuminate the digital display, only the large white blocks light up, its cool looking but the function of watching the digital display is lost in the dark. Casio G-SHOCK watches have endless combinations of features. If you want all the bells and whistles, this is not the watch, you need to spend another couple of hundred. I’m not disappointed in my choice, as this is my second G-SHOCK, my first one is 15 years old and still working, and usable. G-SHOCK is a collection, the more you spend, the more options you get.