G-Shock Pawn

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Chris Stott

13,365 posts

197 months

Thursday 2nd February 2023
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After a few months of procrastination, I finally bit the bullet and bought a green metal Casioak… and it doesn’t disappoint!

The way the face catches the light is fabulous.



It feels (and looks) tiny compared to my work G-Shock (covered in paint, render, tile adhesive and general grime) and my weekend lump of a Panerai (at the menders, again).



Relative bargain at €175.

anonymous-user

54 months

Friday 10th February 2023
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If Anyone fancies my Bluetooth GBD-200 it is on the 'for sale' thread smile

SpanishTony

380 posts

125 months

Friday 10th February 2023
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Lord Marylebone said:
If Anyone fancies my Bluetooth GBD-200 it is on the 'for sale' thread smile
just PM'ed you.

pidsy

7,989 posts

157 months

Friday 10th February 2023
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SpanishTony said:
Lord Marylebone said:
If Anyone fancies my Bluetooth GBD-200 it is on the 'for sale' thread smile
just PM'ed you.
Beat me to it!!

SpanishTony

380 posts

125 months

Friday 10th February 2023
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pidsy said:
SpanishTony said:
Lord Marylebone said:
If Anyone fancies my Bluetooth GBD-200 it is on the 'for sale' thread smile
just PM'ed you.
Beat me to it!!
Phew!

WhisperingWasp

1,456 posts

137 months

Friday 10th February 2023
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Tried this on yesterday. Not a great pic, just a quick snap in the store. Really liked it!

Anyone got one?

trickywoo

11,789 posts

230 months

Friday 10th February 2023
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WhisperingWasp said:

Tried this on yesterday. Not a great pic, just a quick snap in the store. Really liked it!

Anyone got one?
I’m tempted but £1.5k is salty for a case and strap.

I prefer the current ‘limited’ edition 40th anniversary circuit board but still have trouble with the price when the module is the same and Aliexpress will do you a titanium case and strap for sub £200 delivered and tax paid.

benny.c

3,481 posts

207 months

Friday 10th February 2023
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I’ve got the earlier version. On the face of it the price does seem a bit bonkers but the fit and finish is excellent. Not just excellent for a G-Shock but in comparison to mechanical watches at that price. I purchased it on a whim and thought I’d probably flip it quite quickly but it’s become one of my favourite watches. The finish seems pretty tough too.


WhisperingWasp

1,456 posts

137 months

Saturday 11th February 2023
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trickywoo said:
I’m tempted but £1.5k is salty for a case and strap.

I prefer the current ‘limited’ edition 40th anniversary circuit board but still have trouble with the price when the module is the same and Aliexpress will do you a titanium case and strap for sub £200 delivered and tax paid.
I know what you mean. This was about a third off, just over a grand. Seemed quite justifiable to me at that price!

WhisperingWasp

1,456 posts

137 months

Saturday 11th February 2023
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benny.c said:
I’ve got the earlier version. On the face of it the price does seem a bit bonkers but the fit and finish is excellent. Not just excellent for a G-Shock but in comparison to mechanical watches at that price. I purchased it on a whim and thought I’d probably flip it quite quickly but it’s become one of my favourite watches. The finish seems pretty tough too.

Very nice. I loved the lightness.

trickywoo

11,789 posts

230 months

Saturday 11th February 2023
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WhisperingWasp said:
I know what you mean. This was about a third off, just over a grand. Seemed quite justifiable to me at that price!
Was that in a g shock outlet? Still lots for a g but it makes a lot more sense.

carlo996

5,625 posts

21 months

Sunday 12th February 2023
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benny.c said:
I’ve got the earlier version. On the face of it the price does seem a bit bonkers but the fit and finish is excellent. Not just excellent for a G-Shock but in comparison to mechanical watches at that price. I purchased it on a whim and thought I’d probably flip it quite quickly but it’s become one of my favourite watches. The finish seems pretty tough too.

Really tempted by one of those. Also love the GMW-B5000TVB-1ER

WhisperingWasp

1,456 posts

137 months

Sunday 12th February 2023
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trickywoo said:
Was that in a g shock outlet? Still lots for a g but it makes a lot more sense.
It was the G Shock store on Carnaby Street.

trickywoo

11,789 posts

230 months

Monday 13th February 2023
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WhisperingWasp said:
trickywoo said:
Was that in a g shock outlet? Still lots for a g but it makes a lot more sense.
It was the G Shock store on Carnaby Street.
Thanks - I've been planning to pop in next time I'm nearby.

benny.c

3,481 posts

207 months

Wednesday 15th February 2023
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WhisperingWasp said:
It was the G Shock store on Carnaby Street.
It’s odd that you can’t use the standard 10% discount code for it online but they’ll knock a much bigger chunk off in store.

WhisperingWasp

1,456 posts

137 months

Wednesday 15th February 2023
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trickywoo said:
WhisperingWasp said:
trickywoo said:
Was that in a g shock outlet? Still lots for a g but it makes a lot more sense.
It was the G Shock store on Carnaby Street.
Thanks - I've been planning to pop in next time I'm nearby.
It's a great shop to visit, they are so chilled there. She handed me a thousand pound watch and walked off leaving me to it.

WhisperingWasp

1,456 posts

137 months

Wednesday 15th February 2023
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benny.c said:
WhisperingWasp said:
It was the G Shock store on Carnaby Street.
It’s odd that you can’t use the standard 10% discount code for it online but they’ll knock a much bigger chunk off in store.
I looked online at the watch and it is full price everywhere. Not sure why they had it discounted tbh.

benny.c

3,481 posts

207 months

Thursday 16th February 2023
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Maybe ex-display? There’s no problem getting hold of one so it doesn’t seem to be selling as well as the previous version.

Dave.

7,360 posts

253 months

Friday 17th February 2023
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T1berious said:
WhisperingWasp said:
T1berious said:
I'm after a G Shock and figured this would be the best place to ask for advice.

The staggering array of G-Shocks makes choosing one pretty daunting! I'm currently getting back into the gym and use a Fenix 5, its on the way out, its dropping power and its now dying between activities.

Think it died 70% through my swim.

Any suggestions?

I don't really want a "smart" watch for notifications but it would be nice to have something that tracks activities and steps, anyone here use a G-Squad?

Any advice greatly appreciated.

Cheers T1b

Hi T1b,

I have one of these. Got it from Jura I think for 69 quid or something which is ridiculous value for money. Screen is great and it tracks steps. You’d have to watch a YT video or something for the full features as I haven't really even scratched the surface but I’d certainly recommend one.

Cheers, I've got a GBD-200UU-1ER on the way.
Possibly a slightly dumb question, but do these fit under a shirt sleeve?

My GBD-800 doesn't, so I don't wear it for work.

I'm going to be a bus wker soon so would like another G-Shock (any excuse, right?) to keep track of my steps, which will hopefully use the same app.

CalNaughtonJnr

477 posts

161 months

Wednesday 22nd February 2023
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I recently acquired a GA-B2100-1A1ER (Bluetooth Casioak) but not getting on too well with the strap - it's either a bit tight or a bit loose

Can anyone recommend some strap adaptors to put a sail cloth replacement on? - I have seen 'Jays and Kays' mentioned but they no longer seem to supply to the UK