Reddit reviews Casio Men's GW-9400-1CR Master of G Stainless Steel Solar Watch

There's no "best G-shock" per say, but the ones people on /r/gshock are into the most would be both the

GW 9400 because it's the only triple sensor G-shock, and also looks pretty cool.

And the GWM5610 for it's ability to pack in many features into a small simple design.

In general, you can't go wrong with with a Casio G-Shock and the line comes with as many or as little features you desire. I have one with all the bells and whistles, the Rangeman but would have been happy a much simpler G-Shock (I went with the fancy one because I got a great deal on it). Ultimately it's up to you and it sounds like you thought it through on a model that fits your needs.

As for a first watch, sure I think so. It's great for students, or nature lovers, or whatever else. People usually shy away from wearing a G-Shock at a white-collared office job, but I see it happen on occasion. G-Shocks last a long time so you can easily get many years out of one.

Best all around G-shocks, in my opinion, from least to most expensive, all under $200.

DW-5600

GW6900

GWM-5610

GW-7900

GW-9400

G-Shock 9400-1 (Rangeman)

Price: ~$190

Movement: Tough Solar

Style: Tough

Size: 55mm

Link: Casio, Amazon, and Image

Description: A fully featured G-Shock. More featured than the one further up (or further down) in the thread that I posted)

Looks awesome! Is that the Rangeman 9400-1 ? I’ve been eyeing that for a bit. Now I think i have to get it...

Out of the ones listed, I like the looks of the Mudmaster the best. Also the Rangeman is another great ABC watch.

The obvious option would be the GW-9300 Mudman, although I'd be tempted to spend a little more for the GW-9400 Rangeman.

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https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00GFYYKLA/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495507235&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=rangeman

Or

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I doubt youll find anything with an analogue display though.

This is a tough question without knowing a few additional bits about what you want/need.

What features on the watch do you want or need?

Why is the frogman so attractive to you?

You can get a ton of watch for half the cost of a frogman. But it's hard to narrow down if you don't have any specific direction to go in.

I'd suggest a rangeman personally

Casio Men's GW-9400-1CR Master of G Stainless Steel Solar Watch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GFYYKLA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_PH2SCb31SZWGH

Does he wear watches? This one is a nerd's dream. I have one and absolutely love it. Solar, atomic , almost indestructible, compass, barometer, altimeter, and more. Gshock Rangeman Casio Men's GW-9400-1CR Master of G Stainless Steel Solar Watch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GFYYKLA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_l8srybX3NGGXW

From left to right:
Samsung S9+ with a transparent case,
Unknown Card Holder from years ago,
Seiko Excelsior,
Casio G-Shock Riseman/Rangeman,
Geoffrey Beene Wallet,
Thorfire Flashlight,
and Benchmade Mini Vallation.


Not pictured: Iphone X used to take this picture.

I'd go with this and have some money left over for a Rangeman as a beater...

I really like the Solar Atomic G-Shock Mudman or even the Atomic Solar G-Shock Rangeman. Both are really high end g-shocks, as indicated by the Masters of G series, with great size and advanced features. You can get them much cheaper if you opt out of the atomic time keeping and just get solar (i.e. g-9300/g-9400 rather than gw-9300/gw-9400)

First of all you should know that the Pathfinder brand has been discontinued, all the new ones are ProTreks.

Now G-Shocks definitely are more durable, they are designed to be the toughest watches around after all. All G-Shocks have 200M water resistance (while many ProTreks have "only" 100M WR), shock resistance and more. Nevertheless, they still aren't completely indestructible, some people told me the resin band on theirs broke after a few years.
ProTreks are durable too of course. I've yet to use one myself, but I read about them online and there are many reports that prove they are too really quite durable timepieces. I would say you could probably feel safe wearing that for whatever, though if you plan on doing some really extreme or shocking stuff, a G-Shock could be a better choice.

Now for some recommendations for models you should check out of both lines. You should know that newer triple-sensor (ABC) Casio watches made after 2013 have a new and improved Triple Sensor Version 3 engine. I'll be recommending several Casios here I think you should check out, basing prices on Amazon (and it doesn't seem like ProTreks/Pathfinders are actually all that cheaper than G-Shocks); note that I don't actually have any personal experience with these ones, just what I read. Also note that of course you are able to find the watches elsewhere other than Amazon for different prices. Another important note on price is that this watches are usually available in different colors which also cost differently (here I chose the cheapest colors).

1. Casio ProTrek PRG-270 (current price: $116): this is the cheapest ProTrek or Pathfinder I could find on Amazon. But it's actually a really good one. It has the version 3 triple sensors, solar power and more. It's gotten really good reviews. I actually asked this same durability question myself on this one.
   
2. Casio G-Shock Mudman G9300 (current price: $126): a quality G-Shock, with dual sensors (compass and thermometer, no barometer or altimeter; personally I don't really need those other two). It is also solar. One feature it doesn't have (and which 1 and 3 do have) that I personally find useful is sunrise/sunset times.
   
3. Casio G-Shock Rangeman GW-9400 "Master of G" (current price: $188): One of the most advanced G-Shocks. It is pretty much just an improved Mudman with more features. This one does have the version 3 triple sensors. It is also the only atomic time watch on this list (personally my country is out of the radios range).
   
4. Casio SGW100 (current price: 39$): The cheapest watch on this list, but a good value. From what I read it is a really durable watch, and has 200M WR (most ProTreks only have 100M; all G-Shocks have 200M). The dual sensors (compass and thermometer) are less accurate, and it's missing many other features, but than it's significantly cheaper so the sacrifices could be worth it.
   
5. Other Casio SGWs: there are other Casio SGW watches, SGW300, 400 and 500 – each have two sensors (it varies which two by SGW model), and the last two are analog-digital. All are less durable than the SGW100. There is also SGW1000 which is a new watch that also has version 3 triple sensors and is cheaper than the ProTrek, but the few Amazon reviews so far aren't too bright so I'm not sure about that one.
   
6. There is also the G-Shock GA1000 which is an analog-digital G-Shock with dual sensors, and various more expensive ProTreks (though the only feature I noticed the cheap PRG-270 is really missing is atomic time).
   
   Anyway this was pretty thorough, hope I helped!
   As for me I ended up going with a nice basic G-Shock G2900 plus a watch-strap compass. I just wanted a reliable watch (this one also has 10 years battery) and decided I don't really need those sensors.

Hello everyone! I would like to get the community's recommendation for a classic steel case, white dial, brown leather strap dress watch and a diver's watch. My current collection of watches include - Seiko SNN241, Seiko SNA695, Seiko Kinetic SKA553, Casio G-Shock Rangeman GW-9400-1CR and a Timex Weekender Fairfield.
I am looking for a classic brown leather strap white dial dress watch. I looked around and finally deicded on this Orient Bambino Version 2, but it is not available anywhere! Out of stock at all retailers. What would you recommend in this style which can be an alternative to the Bambino V2 which is in the price range $200-$250? I am also looking for a Diver's watch in the $150 to $250 range. The choices in this category are quite a lot - Seiko SKX Collection, Seiko Monster SRP Collection, the Orient Ray, Ray II, Mako, Mako USA II. It's overwhelming. With the Diver's watch I would like your recommendation specific to quality and technology of the watch. This way I will be able to prioritize my choice based on quality first and then the aesthetics. Thank you!

G-shock Rangeman (GW-9400-1CR)

Has altimeter, barometer, a worthless thermometer, and compass. I say the thermometer is worthless, because it's essentially going to show you the temperature that the watch is - which is heavily influenced by it being wrapped around a warm wrist. You need to have it off your body for around 15 min to gauge the ambient temp. The rest is awesome though!

This

Has a solar charge that lasts forever, compass, altimeter, temp sensor, plots barometric changes on a graph, but most importantly, has various timezones including UTC and I can flip between that and local. Also it syncs nightly to an atomic clock.

Not sure if just any bracelet would fit, but there is a bracelet called a Combi Bracelet that third parties, and maybe even Casio sell that are a little heftier than the normal resin band that come on most G-Shocks. It's made of a combination of resin and metal and is made specifically for G-Shocks. Make sure it fits your particular model though.

If you don't mind the resin, but still want a hefty G-Shock, check out the G-Shock 'Mudman' G9300-1, G-Shock 'Rangeman' GW9400-1CR, G-Shock 'Frogman' GWF1000-1, or the G-Shock 'Riseman' G9200BP-1.

Hmm don't see it available on Gshock UK site. Amazon UK is 425 pounds: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Casio-GW-9400-1CR-Master-Stainless-Steel/dp/B00GFYYKLA/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?keywords=casio+rangeman&qid=1570817911&sr=8-8

http://www.amazon.com/Casio-GW-9400-1CR-Master-Stainless-Steel/dp/B00GFYYKLA

This one has just about everything (except moon phase & tide times). Diameter 53mm height 18mm, they are not small. Simpler models are smaller.

If it's up your alley aesthetically, the Casio 9400 Rangeman is by far the best choice. Built in thermometer, compass, altimeter, barometer, solar powered (no batteries), multi-band atomic radio syncing so it NEVER loses time, and all of the standard timing features, hourly signals, and alarms.

It's such good value that people were shocked, because it seemingly cannibalizes half their $1000+ lineup by offering all of their features for $200.

The black negative is definitely real nice :) But I didn't have the extra $165 to put down on it. Maybe later down the line I will pick that up to have.

Here's mine: http://imgur.com/QCiVESK

The G-Shock GW-9400-1CR "Rangeman" and I picked it up on Amazon here:

https://www.amazon.com/Casio-GW-9400-1CR-Master-Stainless-Steel/dp/B00GFYYKLA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469413275&sr=8-1&keywords=gw9400

I would suggest either of these G-Shocks: GW-A1100 Aviator or the Rangeman.