Watch This Before Buying a Casio Full Metal G Shock!

EVERYTHING you need to know before buying a Full Metal G Shock; namely gm-b2100bd-1 and the GMW-B5000D-1ER. Now, this is my first time being hands on with the full metal G Shocks after being a long time lover of these models - and I gotta say... THEY DID NOT DISAPPOINT. They are rugged, sporty, but still elevated. I am only convinced now that I need to add a full metal G Shock to my Casio collection! So here it is... The GOOD, the BAD and the UGLY of the square full metal and the Casioak full metal.
THE GOOD: These are extremely well finished (especially for the pricepoint of £450), combination of brushing and polishing on the case, delicious lume and all that Casio functionality we are always looking for: stop watch, world time, count down timer, alarm settings. Although the dimensions of these sound immense - g Shocks are meant to wear big, so I would say these are a lot more wearable than one would initially think.
THE BAD: Mineral glass. Blah! That's my only bad thing to say about these - and that truly isn't the end of the world. It wouldn't prevent me from buying - sapphire just would be my preference.
THE UGLY: If you have a smaller wrist, you might just be sized out of these. :( Because the lugs do not articulate, it is limiting - but I would encourage you to try these on before judging. Another less desirable thing: I find the Casioak a wee bit illegible. I prefer more stark legibility.

But what do you guys think to these ?

HOW TO GET IN TOUCH WITH ME:
Patreon: Watch GRinga

TIME STAMPS:
0:00-1:01 - Intro
1:02-2:15 - Specifications
2:16-2:55 - Casioak Wearability & Specifications
2:56-3:13 - Square Full Metal Wearability
3:14-3:28 - End links Measurement
3:29-4:27 - The Good
4:28-5:35 - How to Use & Bluetooth Set Up
5:36-5:59 - The Good (Continued!)
6:00-6:55 - The Bad
6:56-8:36 - The Ugly
8:37-9:38 - My Thoughts
9:39-9:52 - Outro
9:53-10:26 - Thank you Patrons!!!

[THEMADWATCHCOLLECTOR]

Well well well!!! First of all! Beautifully shot, well narrated and I came out wanting the square one even though I already own it! We all know G shock are not meant to hide under a cuff! You rocked both! How come it’s me that’s spent millions buying Casios to review and it’s you who Casio chooses to send watches to?!?! Life just ain’t fair!?!? Brilliant show ;)

[ikirikchi]

I have about 25 watches in my collection. And previously I mostly wore the mechanical ones. But since my son started his studies in the US the GMW-B5000D-1E became my the most worn watch. It’s second time zone mode is more convenient than my mechanical GMTs and world timer.

[curlyman]

While seiko has been charging more and more for mediocre pieces, Casio is consistently doing great at what they do best and I love to see it.

[TheSuperlativecritic]

All the titanium versions have sapphire crystals. I highly recommend you check out the GMW-B5000TCC - it's probably the most beautiful of the titanium ones. It's beauty is very hard to see in pictures, in person it is mesmerizing, and made in trantixxii titanium. The titanium squares really feel high-end with their inventive material science, sapphire crystals and lightness.

[seabassdarapper]

That mid vid update made me so happy. The whole time I'm watching like "She can totally pull that off, oversized is fire". Glad you came to the same conclusion

[brownmcpherson]

I had one of the 5000 stainless square ones. Fun watch. Enjoyed it. Gave to a friend since it didn't really fit my life. BUT, 100% impressed with it.

[tongotongo]

It’s iconic and pure luxury. The price is quite high so obviously not for everyone’s pocket, but this isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

[peterwoodaman]

I’ve owned the all metal square you presented since launch day in 2018 when they were impossible to get and I’ve beaten the watch to HELL and back and the crystal is perfect.. and I mean it’s been my daily watch for 5 years.

You shoulda seen how hyped the release was for the all metal square. They were GONE day 1. I went through hell to get mine lol. I live in New Hampshire and drove an hour and a half to Boston mass for mine.

[TyCo]

Britt, great take esp about being what a true stainless steel sports watch should be.

I’ve owned my steel square in the bracelet for 2 years and even as an avid Watch enthusiast I’m having trouble justifying purchasing another watch. My full metal G is too good!

More of my experience:
1) I scratched the mineral crystal but only once. The raised bezel does a good job of protecting it.

2) If you have the wrist for it (mine is 18cm) the semi-fixed endlinks prevent the watch from rolling off the edge of the wrist allowing me to wear it a tad looser.

3) I love the Bluetooth and having the time accurate to the second.

4) the build quality is top notch. All steel and I like that it will probably outlive me. Can’t say that for many other gshocks.

[watchpapi]

Square for the win!!! Way more legible 💪🏽

[allwatchedup]

Love the GMW-B5000 Square, so much in fact I bought the MRG-B5000. Expensive yes, however, really showcases what Casio can actually achieve with state of the art metals/materials and high end finishing. Also worth looking at the GMW-B5000 titanium models for a lighter feeling full metal square.

[takeofukushima]

I also have a small wrist (15.5cm) and could never use the metal Gshocks… but the new GST-B600 fits perfectly for me! Finally found a perfect size full metal Gshock for me!

[CarlosGallardoCandia]

The Watch G reviewing the Full Metal G! ❤ A match made in Casio heaven.
Amazing review! And I agree with the end links. I was about to buy it, but that was a deal breaker. Yes, it looks sick… but it’s not comfortable nonetheless.

[bogrot]

I've had my B5000 for a few years now. Its one of my favorite watches and yes, the app is a godsend 🤣. I think the square is perfect for you!👍😁

[jvlozier]

First, I thoroughly enjoy your content. Your inclusiveness, yet still sharing your opinion is my favorite trait in your reviews. Keep it up!

Second, at 5:24, I agree, setting a watch can sometimes be a ball-ache. Never heard on a watch-review. Love it!

Finally, I agree with editing Britt! You can absolutely rock the square!

[salnger]

Great to see you dive into G-SHOCKs. The addictive beauty of this brand is that they offer options for collectors of every income bracket, which is why people obsess over them. I think you'd dig the full titanium/sapphire glass versions of the square, particularly the MR-Gs. They may look similar to steel squares, but are completely different in build and materials, being comprised of multiple individually sallaz-polished titanium pieces fit together. Even the rivets in the bracelet are polished fitted cylindrical pieces. It's pretty impressive. The watches are also incredibly light on wrist, which I think you'd like.

[LexEllis]

This was a great review, used to use a M5610, but got the full metal classic square and WHAT a difference, it is honestly such an upgrade, the new led, updated software, the new screen, and it's just such a fantastic watch, plus that 22 months of charge? AMAZING!

[aegts]

the 5000 has MB6 + bluetooth
the 2100 has bluetooth only .
a very special option these have is that you can pinpoint the location you are and make a registration of it with a push of a button
these locations stay recorded in the map section of the casio app .
neat trick !!
the 2100 dial brings out amazing colours from the hour markers when playing with it against the sun .

[immyy]

Thank you so much for your detailed review. I was thinking of buying the full metal gold but was really unsure but thanks to your video I am now 100 percent buying this!

[alvinmick]

I always appreciate the wide range of watches and watch brands that you cover. Everything from watches I can only dream about and admire from afar to watches that I can go out and purchase right away. Thanks for keeping it FUN! Well done 🥃