Archive for July, 2009

Casio G-Shock Solar G7300-1V Shock resistant . Resin band. Auto EL backlight with afterglow. Hourly time signal . Auto-calendar . 30 databank pages. Digital display. Countdown timer . Solar powered . 12/24-hour formats . 5 daily alarms (1 with Snooze) . Digital dial code . World time . 1/100 second stopwatch . Water resistant to 200 meters

Customer Review: inadequate charging system/faulty
I have had 2 of these watches in the last 2 yrs. After about 6 months, it started going into recovery mode, which means it needs some type of light source to charge the battery. Well, I had put it in direct sun light, 2 days in a row, 4 hrs each day. According to Casio, this is more than enough light to charge this battery. Well, it did not work out. I sent it back within warranty, they said they had reprogrammed it, or something. Got it back and within a couple months, it did the same thing. They then sent me a new watch. Now, about 6 months later, it is doing the same thing and I am basically screwed. A new watch does not come with the original warranty.
What I am assuming, is either I got back the same watch with a different, charged battery and it slowly drained because the solar cell does not work, or it need a tremendous about of light to keep it functioning. Oh yes, I did not over use the functions of the watch, and yes, I did keep it in the sleep mode, which keeps the watch blanked out to conserve energy.
My advice, stay away from this piece of junk, and probably all of Casio’s solar time pieces.

Casio Men’s G Shock Atomic Digi Sports Watch #GW610DA-1V As tough as it is stylish, this Casio G-Shock men’s digital sport watch (model GW610DA-1V) offers a brushed silver stainless steel watch case and handsome link bracelet band. It’s also solar-powered and wirelessly receives atomic time updates. It offers a 1/100-second stopwatch with a 60-minute measuring capacity as well as four independent daily alarms (with one snooze alarm), world time from 30 cities, and an autocalendar (to the year 2039). And because it’s solar-powered–charging in either sunlight or indoor light–you’ll never have to deal with changing the battery. Other features include a scratch-resistant mineral crystal, AfterGlow LED electro-luminescent backlight, and water resistance to 200 meters (660 feet)–suitable for recreational scuba diving.

This radio-controlled watch receives a time calibration signal transmitted from Fort Collins, Colorado, and signal reception is possible within a radius of about 2,000 miles from the Fort Collins transmitter. You can choose to automatically receive this signal four times a day, or manually update the watch to the atomic clock.

Casio Men’s G-Shock Watch #G7100-3V Customer Review: I like it
It took me a long time sifting through the details of the various Casio G-Shock watches available. None of them had all of the exact features I wanted, but I like the look and features of this one. I don’t think the 3 dials at the top are particularly useful, but it does what it says it’s supposed to and the silver case with gold face gives it a little more of a classy look that a pure outdoors tough look. Now if they made an atomic & solar version of this, that’s what I’d prefer. The atomic solar versions either didn’t display both date and day at the same time or didn’t have a comparable countdown timer or a countdown timer at all, or the alarm had less features. I like the size of it too–it is smaller and lighter than my Timex Expedition Adventure Tech Shock w/compass, and cost less. [...]
Customer Review: looks better in person
I got it for forty dollars and I couldn’t be happier. Its taken tons of abuse and only has some minor scratches. The casing is made of metal with engraved writing and brushed accents. Its also got lots of nice features, like timer, countdown, alarm, etc. The only thing that might bother some is that it is quite thick (even thicker than my cell phone).

EF516D-2A Casio EF-516D-2A Edifice EF516D-2A Blue Dial Yellow Detail Chronograph Stainless Steel Mens Watch

Casio Men’s G-Shock Ana-Digi Sport Watch # G011D-7B Customer Review: Stylish, rugged and very functional
This watch has all the digital features I need and want, a unique, stylish appearance, and the dependable reliability that Casio G-Shock is known for. I get comments/compliments on this timepiece all the time, and I really like the look and feel of this watch. It’s very thick and chunky; heavy but not TOO heavy. Rugged enough for me to wear daily in my rough and active non-desk job. The amber backlight is an impressive feature, and the metal band is solid and well-made. Overall, this watch is excellent. Personally, I prefer the white face over the “trendier” colors, as white has a classier, more versatile appearance.
Customer Review: Excellent Watch
This watch is very nice looking. My husband works as the GM of the restaurant so he’s constantly slaming his hands against the pass bar when he expedites the food. He broke 2 watches in like 6 months (very expensive by the way), this watch is still going and looks like new still.

CASIO SLIM ATOMIC SOLAR G-SHOCK MEN’S WATCH 200M GW056A-1 Slim & sleek styling work in harmony with technology and durability. Atomic Timekeeping in a slimmed down design without losing any of G-Shocks legendary shock resistance and 200M water resistance. Atomic Timekeeping Receives time calibration radio signals which keep the displayed time accurate Auto receive function (5 times per day) Manual receive function Signal: WWVB, Frequency: 60kHz Tough Solar Power Shock Resistant 200M Water Resistant Auto EL Backlight with Afterglow World Time 29 times zones (48 cities), city code display, daylight saving on/off 4 Daily Alarms & 1 Snooze Alarm Countdown Timer Measuring unit: 1/10 second Countdown range: 1 minute to 60 minutes 1/100 second stopwatch Measuring capacity: 59′59.99″ Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times Hourly Time Signal Auto Calendar (pre-programmed until the year 2099) 12/24 Hour Formats Accuracy: 15 seconds per month (with no signal calibration) Storage Battery CTL1616 Battery Power Indicator Power Saving Function Approx. battery life: 9 months on full charge (without further exposure to light) Module 3016 Size of case/total weight 49.8 x 42.4 x 11.0mm / 54g

G-shock Men’s Watch Black Shock Resistant. 200 Meter Water Resistant. Electro-luminescent backlight with afterglow. Mineral crystal. 1/100 second watch. Measuring capacity: 23:59′59.99″. Measuring mode: elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times. Countdown alarm. Input range: 1 second to 24 hours. Measuring unit: 1 second. Auto-repeat function. Daily alarm. Hourly time signal. Accuracy: 15 seconds per month. Battery: 2 years on CR2016.

Casio EF-514D-7A Edifice EF514D7A White/Black Dial Chronograph Stainless Steel Mens Watch Edifice has been designed with an active lifestyle in mind. This new high performance sports analogue range combines contemporary styling with Water Resistance to 100m on all models. Selected watches within the Edifice range include special features such as an Ultra Tough Strap, which is four times stronger than leather, other models also, offer 10 Year Battery Life and Tough Solar technology. Water resistant 100m (10 bar) 4 analog hands (timekeeping hour and minutes, stopwatch seconds, alarm time) 3 dials (top: stopwatch minutes; middle: stopwatch hours; bottom: timekeeping seconds / stopwatch 1/20 second), Day, Alarm indicator Stopwatch function Measuring capacity: 11:59 59.95 Measuring unit: 1/20 second Measuring mode: Elapsed time White dial with black subdials, luminous hands and markers Stainless steel case, screw case-back and bracelet Three-fold clasp with easy push-button release Alarm function: Analog (hour hand type, twice per day) Snooze function (repeats up to five times at 165-second intervals) Accuracy at normal temperatures: 20 seconds a month Approximate measurements Bezel diameter: 38.5mm Case diameter: 42mm Weight: 170g

Casio Men’s G Shock Atomic Digi Sports Watch #GW056A-1V Offering a fashionable straight-lined retro look, this Casio G-Shock men’s digital sport watch (model GW056A-1V) is solar-powered and wirelessly receives atomic time updates. The black octagonal case is accented by a silver top ring, and it’s completed by a textured black resin strap. It offers a 1/100-second stopwatch with a 60-minute measuring capacity as well as four independent daily alarms (with one snooze alarm), world time from 48 cities, and an autocalendar (to the year 2039). And because it’s solar-powered–charging in either sunlight or indoor light–you’ll never have to deal with changing the battery. Other features include a scratch-resistant mineral crystal, AfterGlow LED electro-luminescent backlight, and water resistance to 200 meters (660 feet)–suitable for recreational scuba diving.

This radio-controlled watch receives a time calibration signal transmitted from Fort Collins, Colorado, and signal reception is possible within a radius of about 2,000 miles from the Fort Collins transmitter. You can choose to automatically receive this signal four times a day, or manually update the watch to the atomic clock.
Customer Review: Great Watch!
I’ve had this watch for about 2 weeks now and I love it. It sets itself every night while it is on my arm in bed. The time keeping is perfect. It is comfortable and fits under sleeves and unlike other G-shocks, there aren’t any “lumps” to get caught on your shirt when you pull your sleeve to see the watch.

I have two minor complaints. The alarms are a little quiet. I had a non-solar G-shock in the 80’s and it was loud enough to wake me in the morning. This one doesn’t always wake me. Maybe my ears are losing some sensitivity…

The buttons are placed below the bezel which hides them and makes the watch look nice and smooth but they can be a little hard to press as a result. I frequently use the count down timer to time setting of dental impression materials, etc. and find the edge of the bezel to be a little bit in the way. Fortunately the buttons don’t require much force to push and they are very short-throw so it isn’t a big deal. I do find that I pull arm hairs when I press the buttons.

I have a skinny wrist so the band is a little over-sized for me. I also find that the curve built into the band tends to rotate the watch away from my face so I have to turn my arm extra far to read the watch. I fixed this problem by taking the band off and swapping the two pieces. Now the watch naturally tilts a little toward my face so I don’t have to twist my arm so far to read it.

I chose a G-shock because it works well for my life. I swim and dive. I need to time things almost every day. I needed a watch to be tough enough to withstand scrubbing and disinfection. This watch does the job! Solar and atomic were nice additional features.
Customer Review: Excellent Concept But Poor Execution!
What a great concept, a dress Casio G Shock atomic watch that will actually fit under your your long shirt sleeves, with virtually perfect atomic time-keeping via radio station WWV in Ft.Collins, Colorado. I thought that this watch would address all my needs, so I purchased it directly at full price ($130.00) from the Casio website. That is where the disappointment began. Buttons to set this watch are impossible to use and no matter how much pressure I would use, nothing happened. So I phoned the Casio website for technical information and they recommended that I use a small screwdriver to calibrate the watch and even that was unsuccessful. What to do? I returned the watch to the Casio online store and they promptly issued a full refund including shipping, but I was still without a watch. My solution was to purchase a Casio Atomic G-Shock directly from a local department store, so I again contacted Casio for support on where to visit. They suggested Macy’s and Sears. Our local Macy’s no longer caries Casio watches but I was successful at Sears and I found the perfect Casio Atomic G Shock watch for my needs:

G-Shock Men’s Multi-Band Atomic watch #GW5600J1

It keeps perfect time and I point it in a westward direction towards Ft. Collins, CO on my window sill every night and “exactly” at 1:00am it re-calibrates itself to perfection. Although, it does not fit under my long shirt sleeves, I will adjust and buy larger sleeves!

CASIO LADIES G-SHOCK URBAN BABY-G WATCH BLUE- BG1302-2 Compact and Cute. These new Baby-Gs might be 18% smaller than our regular jellies, but theyre still just as big on fashion. Gray Baby-G Watch with Digital Timekeeping with a Gray Resin Band. 100M Water Resistant EL Backlight with Afterglow World Time 29 times zones (48 cities), city code display, daylight saving on/off 4 Daily Alarms & 1 Snooze Alarm Countdown Timer Measuring unit: 1 second Input range: 1 minute to 24 hours (1-minute increments and 1-hour increments) 1/100 second stopwatch Measuring capacity: 59”59.99″ Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times Hourly Time Signal Button Operation Tone On/Off Auto Calendar (pre-programmed until the year 2099) 12/24 Hour Formats Accuracy +/-30 seconds per month Battery CR1616 Approx. battery life: 3 years Module 3120 Size of case/total weight BG1300 41.6 x 37.0 x 12.3mm / 37g