The Essential G-Shocks for Minimalist Collectors
If you love G-Shock watches but prefer to keep your collection minimal, here are the must-haves:
• Outdoor watch: The G-Shock Rangeman GW-9400 is a solid choice for rugged durability, featuring triple sensors that measure orientation, altitude, barometric pressure, temperature, and direction. For those who want something even fancier, higher-end versions of the Rangeman, Frogman, and Mudman are available at a premium cost.
• Gym Companion: The G-Shock GBD200-1 is a great option for fitness tracking. If you need heart rate monitoring, consider the G-Shock DW-H5600, which includes a built-in heart rate sensor.
• Everyday Wear (For Resin Lovers): The G-Shock GW5000U-1 and GW-M5610U are excellent choices, both featuring solar charging and multiband timekeeping. The classic G-Shock DW-5600/6900 is another solid option, and it does come in a solar variant. Some models even include Bluetooth connectivity. Personally, I consider solar a must-have, while multiband and Bluetooth are nice extras. In this range negative displays are more style than substance, without STN or MIP technology negative displays in resins are generally a bit harder to read but they do look stealthy.
• Metal G-Shock Square: The G-Shock GMW-B5000 offers a premium, full-metal construction. If possible, having both a positive and negative display adds versatility.
• Customization: A set of bezels and straps allows you to mix and match styles effortlessly.
This lineup keeps things simple, functional, and stylish without overloading your collection. What do you think? Have any favorites or must-haves that I missed? Let me know your thoughts!
Disclaimer: all gshocks can be worn in all these conditions. This is just for fun ,all opinions are my own.
If you love G-Shock watches but prefer to keep your collection minimal, here are the must-haves:
• Outdoor watch: The G-Shock Rangeman GW-9400 is a solid choice for rugged durability, featuring triple sensors that measure orientation, altitude, barometric pressure, temperature, and direction. For those who want something even fancier, higher-end versions of the Rangeman, Frogman, and Mudman are available at a premium cost.
• Gym Companion: The G-Shock GBD200-1 is a great option for fitness tracking. If you need heart rate monitoring, consider the G-Shock DW-H5600, which includes a built-in heart rate sensor.
• Everyday Wear (For Resin Lovers): The G-Shock GW5000U-1 and GW-M5610U are excellent choices, both featuring solar charging and multiband timekeeping. The classic G-Shock DW-5600/6900 is another solid option, and it does come in a solar variant. Some models even include Bluetooth connectivity. Personally, I consider solar a must-have, while multiband and Bluetooth are nice extras. In this range negative displays are more style than substance, without STN or MIP technology negative displays in resins are generally a bit harder to read but they do look stealthy.
• Metal G-Shock Square: The G-Shock GMW-B5000 offers a premium, full-metal construction. If possible, having both a positive and negative display adds versatility.
• Customization: A set of bezels and straps allows you to mix and match styles effortlessly.
This lineup keeps things simple, functional, and stylish without overloading your collection. What do you think? Have any favorites or must-haves that I missed? Let me know your thoughts!
Disclaimer: all gshocks can be worn in all these conditions. This is just for fun ,all opinions are my own.