Every Collection Needs A Beater! The Best Watches Under $50

Every Collection Needs A Beater! The Best Watches Under $50 - Casio Duro & G-Shock DW-5600E Review

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As far back as I remember I always had a "beater" watch in my collection. Many watches may come and gone but it is a task that if I only had a very few pieces, I will always designate at least one in the collection for that role. Even my grandfather had a beater pocket watch for hunting and pottering about in the garden. His was a more robust version of his smarter, solid gold far more expensive main timepiece. So this is nothing new and today I take a look at two highly regarded watches from Casio that offer so much for such a small price tag. The first is the diver styled and quartz powered "Duro" MDV-106 with its handsome classic analog look. The second is the digital G-Shock DW5600E, a modern upgraded descendent of the very first G-Shock from 1983, a true icon of horology and certified by NASA for space missions.
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@davidrankin9874 4 жыл бұрын

The respect and care he shows for beater watches under $50 is very honorable. I like this guy.

@paulrobinson3534 3 жыл бұрын

Makes you want too buy one righ!?!! He did his job. That makes him money

@blake_229 3 жыл бұрын

He loves all watches and doesn't shy away from reviewing a broad range. That's why we love this guy

@georgefotiadis3787 Жыл бұрын

@@paulrobinson3534 no it doesnt he doesnt make any money regarding the sales of a watch he reviewed

@xancore8 5 жыл бұрын

The Casio Duro punches way, way above its weight. Absolutely incredible watch,

@rescue1512 7 жыл бұрын

I'm laughing I own both, as a fire fighter I have been know to destroy a nice watch. Both of these have stood up to my daily life. LOVE them both!

@shadowninja911x 5 жыл бұрын

Get a Casio G-Shock Mudmaster

@lionel170 5 жыл бұрын

@Xavier Roberts not the full metal g shocks 🙂

@Myrslokstok 5 жыл бұрын

Does they widstand the use of "lightwater" if so theymust be very tough.

@BrodyxBrown 2 жыл бұрын

Appreciate you risking your life to save others home skilly, hope your still doing well after these 4 years

@DeputyDog-mh1yo Ай бұрын

Hey bro get a gw9400

@dalechristensen393 6 жыл бұрын

I just looked at my entire collection...and unfortunately everyone of them are under $50 beater watches?! :'(

@yermanoh 6 жыл бұрын

Dale Christensen nothing wrong with that

@billsventure 6 жыл бұрын

Dale Christensen me too

@michaelhorn8962 6 жыл бұрын

Dale Christensen Same here. Some are ridiculously, embarrassingly, inexpensive which most guys here would consider "rubbish." I still love them anyway. Each one looks nice, and I don't worry much about them getting damaged, which I am prone to do.

@lal3061 6 жыл бұрын

There is a hell of a lot of value for money in that range. I started my collection with a Casio Duro actually and progresively started buying more expensive watches. I can tell you that the Duro is up there with much more expensive watches.

@anthonyalegria4695 5 жыл бұрын

Lots of AMAZING, CLASSIC, and CLASSY Seikos under $100 if your looking to expand on a budget.

@brianschaible3992 5 жыл бұрын

My neighbor found a bandless Casio duro marlin at an abandoned home demolition. He brought it to me and we discussed the watch in all it's details. When I was done explaining to him how fundamentally charming it is in its composure and value and slenderness and epitome he thought he had a treasure. Which he did. The Duro Marlin is an amazing watch. It doesn't have anything extra yet it isn't missing anything at all. It is the classic dive watch. Quartz reliability. Sunburst dial. Amazingly graceful on the wrist. Great caseback. Great Marlin symbolism. Honestly if I had a choice to wear the $50 Duro Marlin or a $5,000 Rolex. I would gladly wear the Marlin. Rolex is material. Marlin is spiritual.

@rubenkapelle9721 7 жыл бұрын

TGV one of the few watch lovers who doesn't bash on Casio a great brand in my opinion sooo much respect man I will keep watching your videos as long as you make them keep up the great stuff!

@sj0nnie 5 жыл бұрын

Casio gets bashed by watch enthusiastics?... Pretty sure the opposite is true.

@nafeeahnaf6296 4 жыл бұрын

Every watch enthusiast respects Casio for their history of innovation and bringing some of the most legendary watches of all time

@TheBryan1284 4 жыл бұрын

@@nafeeahnaf6296 1984 I was in the Army and just about everybody's first watch was a predecessor to the f91 thats history.

@MonMon-vy8cb 4 жыл бұрын

Who would bash casio?

@nathanielbenedict8633 4 жыл бұрын

@@MonMon-vy8cb Fashion watches lovers

@yosefsabra3955 7 жыл бұрын

Hello Tgv i am 16 years old and i must say that i love your channel i just bought my first ever "real watch" its an automatic sieko and i love it i truely get the passion for watches and just wanted to thank you

@semoge3249 5 жыл бұрын

Which Seiko?

@rosenfeld8 5 жыл бұрын

mazal tov! it's quite rare to see kids you're age get into watches. Although a bar mitzvah is usually a good push

@nynomk8522 5 жыл бұрын

rosenfeld8 I am 14 and half year ago i bought my first automatic watch too! it was seiko 5 snk 807 i love it! i love watches i like to have something beautifull on my hand ;)

@robinrundqvist3013 5 жыл бұрын

@@nynomk8522 I'm fifteen and I recently bought a seiko prospex padi samurai SRPB99K1 automatic and i love it, ya gotta love a classic divers watch

@nynomk8522 5 жыл бұрын

Robin Rundqvist oh i bought my first diver watch today ;) it was vintage vostok amfibia barrel type :)

@chrismoore2760 7 жыл бұрын

I have the DW5600 as my beater and I absolutely love it. Never thought I'd ever get a G-Shock, but it's just perfect for working out, doing yard work, washing the car. Probably the best $45 I've ever spent.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

So glad you have one too, enjoy it! Thank you, Best regards, TGV

@kapitanXbomber1989 6 жыл бұрын

I also never thought I'd ever get a G-Shock and now it's the watch I use most often.

@kevingambrell 6 жыл бұрын

I never thought I would own a GShock, I now own three of them and tend to pick them over my other watches. They are just easy to use and comfortable. I am also thinking of adding a Casio edifice to my collection, I just find them to be an interesting and well made watch.

@gamezoneifictation 4 жыл бұрын

The only downside is the battery life of 2 years.....therefore the GW-5610 with endless solar power is the better alternative

@steveroberts619 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a Land Surveyor and I have had several different model G Shocks . I have a few nice Automatics in my collection and they would NEVER last in the field like my G Shocks. I just picked up the Marlin today at Walmart for $54.00 +/- and it is a very cool little watch. I will be getting an assortment of NATO's for it I'm sure.

@arjdroid 4 жыл бұрын

My entire watch collection could be deemed as 'beater' watches...

@mikewysko2268 5 жыл бұрын

I love Casio watches. Low cost, accurate and rugged watch that I wear when doing harsh, dirty jobs. Quite a few engineers, mechanics and electricians use Casio watches at my work place.

@johnl798 6 жыл бұрын

I have had a DW5600 for years absolutely love it 90% of the time I wear it I'm a car mechanic have tried other watches but they just fell apart on me . None can compare to this . The size and price there is simply no other watch I would use for work .

@stoneymelonchillin Жыл бұрын

Same here, I am an automotive painter and I too wear the 5600. I've tried other cheaper Casios but the solvents would eat away at the acrylic crystals. The 5600 having a mineral crystal makes it resistant to solvents. I clean the over spray off it with lacquer thinner all the time and it still looks great (other than the wear and tear it has, but it just adds character).

@dustinedmiston8165 6 жыл бұрын

So as a "Fossil" guy growing up in America in the 90's. I recently discovered your channel. There is this whole world of watches out there I had no idea about. I bought the Duro and have many more on my list. Thank you so much for teaching me a little class!! Such a cool hobby and now I'm hooked. :)

@neilpiper9889 5 жыл бұрын

Dustin Edmiston I have a Fossil sport watch on a rubber strap that has 100m water resitance and is tough as old boots. Fossil watches are great.

@jmmartin7766 4 жыл бұрын

@ Dustin: Thats something that TGV does constantly-- shares his class with the rest of us. Its precisely why I originally subscribed! 😎

@silentrefusal9911 4 жыл бұрын

Wait a minute, are you telling me you are a watch enthusiast and never heard about Casio collection?? Ok, tell me more, I am listening. This is really interesting

@southerncountryboy8 7 жыл бұрын

my beater is a casio f91w. tough as nails, lightweight, and a cool throwback style.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Outstanding choice!!!! Love mine, Enjoy it my feeing, Best regards, TGV

@southerncountryboy8 7 жыл бұрын

i actually had a blue collar lumberyard job over the summer and wore that watch every day. it worked great, and I actually was popular on the job-site because I could quickly tell the time and nobody else had a watch on!

@Colddirector 6 жыл бұрын

yeah, people seem to underestimate just how much of a beating even an f91w can take. It's the ak47 of watches, it's tough as nails with plenty of functionality. but even if it breaks you can replace it for way less than the cheapest g shock while having a way longer battery life. The only thing that lets it down is the subpar light.

@randomstuff8814 6 жыл бұрын

Be N S O N Yep, I love mine but the light lets it down.

@PyleHD 6 жыл бұрын

It is an affordable, stylish iconic watch, I own two and love them but I wouldn't call it tough as nails really as it is made of pretty soft plastic and is only 3 bar water reaistant, as a result mine is really scratched and has a 1 mm hole in the case from spending the summer wrenching on my Landy. Also got a misty dial from surface swimming... So I'm considering one of the G-shock "square" models wich resamble F91 but really are tough as nails :)

@KakashiHatake-ou7mp 7 жыл бұрын

What I really love about this watch is the fact that the seconds dial hits the indicies perfectly!

@AlexCampana1 3 жыл бұрын

Yesss,i have seen way more expensive watches that don't have that level of precision.Really good detail work for a low cost

@flyfalcons 2 жыл бұрын

I just bought a blue Duro and it feels like it has almost ruined watch collecting for me. It is such a great looking watch compared with others that are multiple times more expensive in the quartz movement category, that I think finding a better value for the dollar is going to be a hard thing to do. Yes I love my Swiss automatic watch no doubt, but the Duro was 1/20th the cost and is still great to wear and look at.

@brantisonfire Жыл бұрын

I’m no fanboy of watches or brands, but for the money, the Citizen Promaster eco-drive should be on anyones list of divers watches. Depending when you catch it on sale, it can be less than $200. The lume is excellent, the bezel has nice functionality and it’s very accurate. I use it to set my mechanical watches as well. 200m of WR and solar powered is the icing on the cake.

@stoneymelonchillin Жыл бұрын

@@brantisonfireI picked up a citizen eco drive dive watch on Amazon for about $170 and I must say for the price, it is a very nice watch.

@kcaquatics 7 жыл бұрын

Really appreciate how you deep dive into entry level watches that most other reviewers leave out. Have learned a lot from your videos and keep up the good job. Cheers - Kevin

@nunoferro111 7 жыл бұрын

God, that Omega is something outstanding, goes perfect with that baby blue NATO! I used to have the Duro and it lasted forever, my everyday watch! Wether you're reviewing a luxury 1000$ plus watch or a 30$ beater, your videos are always amazing TGV!

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Nuno :D Best regards, TGV

@woodentulike2no 5 жыл бұрын

I have been lucky enough to have owned a couple Rolex, Sinn, Omega, and others...but I honestly don't miss any of them as I never felt comfortable wearing watches worth that much. Always worried about scratching one. I get more joy from the dozen or so beaters I own now, of which both of these are included. Great video!

@FillyDing 7 жыл бұрын

I've had a casio duro for about 2 years now and I love it! I've used it as a beater and it's still in great shape. The battery life is amazing aswell.

@dr.dragon8003 5 жыл бұрын

A fairly new watch collector here (a year and 12 watches in) but I wanted to comment to let you know that your channel has been instrumental in shaping the direction my collection is going. I appreciate your content. Keep 'em coming!

@FranciscoDomene7 7 жыл бұрын

The Casio Duro it's a beautiful and humble watch at the same time. Thanks for your videos you send happiness, joy, good vibes, values and much more...

@jmmartin7766 5 жыл бұрын

TGV, just wanted to say 'thankyou!' Based on this video, first seen by me a few months ago, I bought the Duro. To date, ive enjoyed it immensely: its taken abuse (however slight) that very few of my watches could endure & still look as good as it does. But, best of all, it caught the eye of a Rolex-wearing, slightly smug guest staying at the hotel where I work--who very quickly caught himself when he realized I was wearing a 'lowly Casio.' Lol Love your videos! Thanks for helping to keep the wonderful hobby of Horology alive!!

@josephjordan521 7 жыл бұрын

One thing I should mention about the 5600: It's an amazing dive watch. I'm not much of a diver, but I have gone before. This watch accompanied on my last two dives, held up wonderfully snorkeling, and withstood being dropped, thrown against a wall, etc. It's a hell of a watch.

@Etienne938 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your excellent videos. I have been going through your channel for the past three days now and I must say my opinion of different models and brands has changed dramatically. Best watch channel I have found yet. Keep it up! Salutations from Québec!

@TheWayofGrace89 7 жыл бұрын

Love my Timex Ironman for work! Not everyone has an office job, after all..

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Love Timex!! Thank you Taylor, enjoy the Ironman, Best regards, TGV

@flow2tech 7 жыл бұрын

Taylor Weldon I'd be bored to tears if I had one!😎

@mmmmmmm3246 7 жыл бұрын

Yikes the g-shock looks like a Patek compared to the Timex. :D

@SeyaAuto 7 жыл бұрын

Perfect brand for a "box" ticking collection without breaking the bank.

@J.Bradley. 7 жыл бұрын

Taylor Weldon I ran over an Ironman once and it didn't even scratch it. Solid as a rock.

@kbb_bbk 7 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable! TGV, I commented on your video a few days ago saying I wanted to send you a watch for review! The watch I was going to send was my Casio MDV106! I'm so bummed I didn't send you the email earlier. Glad you did a video on this watch, I wear mine at least twice per week. I love it. The ultimate classy beater!

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Sorry about that. Love the Duro, it has been sitting on my shelf in the "to review" list for months! A classy beater indeed. Regardless thank you for the gesture, always appreciated. Best regards, TGV

@sesanjr 7 жыл бұрын

That very G-Shock was the same one that my dad wore for many years as his work watch. He was a handyman/plumber, and I can tell you first hand that the watch can take a beating like no other. Truly the most durable watch I have ever come across. The video alone brought back so many memories of my dad that I am highly entertaining buying one. And the Duro has been on my watch list on Amazon several times over. I think I know where at least $100 of my tax returns are going. Great video TGV!

@dannyg6592 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic review, I love your videos and your presentation. The attention to detail and care you put into each video has made me a subscriber to your channel and a loyal fan. I have the G Shock you reviewed and I wear it almost every day, in fact, it has become one of my favorite watches to wear. I also am getting a Duro based on your recommendation. Keep up the good work!

@chailiang791 5 жыл бұрын

I love how you respect low price watches the same as expesive ones! Love the gloves!

@crithoskins 7 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Thanks for including beater watches as thats what I wear due to working in a rough occupation. That nato strap looks great on the diver by the way!

@mooping9398 7 жыл бұрын

love this guy...always picks up my spirits to watch your vids!!!

@Danimal506 7 жыл бұрын

I was just looking into buying a 5600 today to wear at work!! Perfect timing for the video. Thanks for the review

@ELAlfa-fj3we 7 жыл бұрын

bought the Casio Duro for $38 on Amazon a couple months ago, glad to see this review, thank you! 🤘😀🍺

@TIMExBANDIT 7 жыл бұрын

Man I was thinking about a SKX for my beater, but I think you've just convinced me to go cheaper!

@AK-jl5xt 5 жыл бұрын

TIMExBANDIT sort a skx too, you won’t be sorry! I have the skx011 and it’s finished so nice I almost don’t want to use it as a beater!

@carlosricardo6445 5 жыл бұрын

IM 17 and i just ordered a f91w, I got into watches because of you thank you. Now I’m going to save up for a Casio duro it looks so nice, and the price is affordable as well.

@Mr_RRE 7 жыл бұрын

Just when I said to myself that I would not buy another watch. Well I got inspired to revisit my local AD and just picking up my Casio 5600 E. With the discount offered I just can't simply missed this chance to own this robust watch. Thank you so much TGV for this lovely recommendation!!! This would served me for a very long time. As you said tough as nails 😎

@FlyByFrancis 5 жыл бұрын

I just bought the Casio Duro. I can't wait for it to come!

@OFD 7 жыл бұрын

Both such awesome watches. I love my MDV 106, ton of watch for the money. I had one of the original GSHOCK back in the day. I may need to pick up another one! Great as always.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Aron, well said on the Duro, as for the G-shock, I bet that would be worth serious dosh thee days. I just uploaded my last G-shock as we speak ;-) Best regards, TGV

@schoen208 7 жыл бұрын

Just recently found your channel and am also new to watches. I love your videos, so well done, so informative! I've been thinking about getting a beater watch and I believe the Casio Duro just may be the one. Thank you!

@bmjengland4966 7 жыл бұрын

You can't beat having a G-Shock in the collection!!! It's a must for any Budding Collector!! Bravo! BMJ ENGLAND

@bryanba897 7 жыл бұрын

That gshock reminds me of a buffed up f-91w

@OmegaF77 4 жыл бұрын

It practically is that.

@ChrisWilletts 7 жыл бұрын

Great vid TGV... The original G-Shock was the watch, I bought with my first wage packet.. I've had 3 DW variants since... So bomb proof, so dependable the tough solar even more so.

@CarlosEduardo-qf5gr 7 жыл бұрын

A little over two years ago my uncle got me a Casio Illuminator AE2000W for Christmas and I was a little disappointed, I didn't appreciate watches as much. But that has honestly been one of the best gifts. I wore it all those two years as my beater and it's still ticking like a champ. I replaced it with a G-Shock recently, but it's still around, sometimes I wear it to sleep for its easy reading. Great video as always!

@yeshuachooster5324 7 жыл бұрын

I have owned the DW-5600e for about three years. I have changed the battery once and I have put the watch through it's paces. It has been my only watch for work and play. Jack-hammering, Concrete work, plumbing, water-skiing,etc etc. For the money it is an awesome hard use watch. Very satisfied. This channel is great info. Keep up the Good work TGV .

@spoilerdad 7 жыл бұрын

For the money, it's hard to beat the Duro. Fantastic "beater" watch which I was able to get for LESS than $50. Having bigger wrists, it wears much smaller, which makes it look perfect. Great video as always.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, always happy to hear from a content owner of this cracking watch. Best regards, TGV

@timschubardt 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. Casio is the ultimate watchmaker for "beater" watches.:)

@lrwilliamsjr 5 жыл бұрын

Firstly, I love this channel; I could watch it all day for looks at great watches, great reviews, and a personable host with a delightful English accent. Though I consider myself a fan of Casio watches for some reason I never considered a G-Shock. Because of this video I sought out a DW5600-1V and found it with an incentive on eBay for just $29.98. It was a no-brainer purchase. Can't wait to get it on my wrist.

@DanoWilson97 7 жыл бұрын

Ahhh TGV, so glad you finally took a look at that beautiful DW5600! I have been lusting after the DW5600MS-1 for quite a while now, it, to me, looks like the ideal beater. I currently have the G Shock "Moon & Tide" in rescue red as my beater and I have got to say, I never even considered a G Shock until I saw your love for them, and now I'm besotted!! Keep it up mate! Kindest Regards, Dane.

@kennetharndt3739 7 жыл бұрын

I have a MDV-106 and love it. I put a black and yellow striped NATO on it. I have had mine about a month and it has held up well, even with me swimming a few times.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kenneth, I bet it looks killer on the black and yellow nato!!! Enjoy it, Best regards, TGV

@neilorourke71 5 жыл бұрын

Love my G-Shock. This model but with solar power. Took it to Thailand. Dings, water, dirt, grime. Thing is a tank.

@maxalmonte14 3 жыл бұрын

The only reason I subscribed to this channel is how passionate you are about watches. I could watch hours of your videos and I would love it.

@dpereira35 7 жыл бұрын

Wow. This takes me back. This was my first watch back in 1996 when I was in year 3 and is still with me today! I can't forget seeing this watch in Speed!

@dpereira35 7 жыл бұрын

To clarify, I'm talking about the DW-5600E :-)

@thekurtopian 7 жыл бұрын

I bought this G-Shock right around Christmas and I've barely taken it of my wrist. I even slept with it on a few times! The classic design, for me, is unbeatable. I also gifted The Duro to a friend of mine and he likes it very much. Great, affordable watches!

@jakobxr Жыл бұрын

Merry Christmas. I’ll go weeks wearing my gshock, I’ve never made note but I’m sure theres been months in a row where I hadn’t removed it. I forget it’s even there, sleep, showers, work, it’s the essential tool watch

@EhRandomGuy 7 жыл бұрын

Finally happy seeing you cover the MDV-106! I've been pondering for a while weather to get it or not.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

I hope this helps, Thank you, Best regards, TGV

@eddytheeditor 7 жыл бұрын

I've just recently opted for the "murdered out" DW5600 BBN 1ER, which comes on a cordura NATO. Been wearing it for a few days and absolutely love it! Only wish the recessed adjust button wasn't so tricky to use. Thanks for the vid TGV. All the best.

@laquelcortes3622 7 жыл бұрын

I have two automatic citizen watches that I bought almost 20 years ago, they still working perfectly! I love them

@neuromancerXL 7 жыл бұрын

The Casio Duro is one of my favorite inexpensive beaters.. fantastic choice. I own one in fact, which I believe I bought on sale/clearance for $25... It punches far above it's price.. and its kept up rather well on my sailing/fishing/diving excursions. As far as the G-shock, I myself don't own one (although I might have a very old one in a box somewhere left over from childhood) but I have always heard such fantastic things about them, and will always remember a friend of mine who was told to purchase one by his peers while serving in an Army LRS unit. Also I believe These Duro's use Mitoya Quartz Movements. Many of the Analog Casios use Miyota and Epson (Seiko) movements.

@hahaha9133 7 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy my DURO , have plenty of straps. I got into watches about two years ago my job required for me to be everywhere at once and needed to use my time wisely. I hated pulling out my phone 24/7 so I started with a G- shock. Now I have a small collection of casios.( marine gear, g shocks) Casio satisfies my watch needs for now, I'm a tech and work in construction sites almost everyday and these watches hold up pretty good for work or going out.

@sheldonblanchard3931 7 жыл бұрын

My mom just gave me my grand dads watch which is a Elgin and I'm getting it serviced for my children. Love your videos keep up the good work! Have a goodnight and best regards.

@djmaze510 6 жыл бұрын

I haven't worn a watch for maybe 15 years, but recently I found myself needing a watch for work. I looked at smart watches etc. but in the end I bought g-schock 5600, and I really enjoy it. In the process of finding a watch for work, I have developed an interest in watches I never had before, and watching your channel is very inspiring. I'm now looking into getting my next watch, getting this g-shock might have lead me to a new expensive hobby! But I love it.

@fender132435 7 жыл бұрын

My favourite beater is the Casio MDV106! Amazing watch with g-shock durability without g-shock ugliness. Comes with a solid Miyota quartz movement too :)

@NihilisticHatred 6 жыл бұрын

fender132435 it's tough but it's not G Shock tough. Not quite..

@ChessRabbitt 6 жыл бұрын

I own the casio and I love it. I had it for 3 or 4 years now and it works great. No scratches on the glass so far. Like everyone else who owns this watch, or at least most people, I to have also used different watch straps on it. The strap that comes with it is good, but I wanted a more tradition look to it so a metal band with a curved end. Highly recommend it.

@svarmaroskarsson4340 7 жыл бұрын

Amazing review! Really cool to see the build of the g-shock. Cheers TGV

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you my friend :D Best regards, TGV

@OmRSamdani 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic stuff... and thanks for including the Duro!! Love that thing!!

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, it had to be done eventually right?! :D Thank you, Best regards, TGV

@derekr5965 7 жыл бұрын

Loved my Casio Marlin/Duro. A little too big for my taste. Gave it to a buddy who loves it too.

@JaseSung 7 жыл бұрын

These watches have been screaming "TGV vid" for ages! Very impressed with the the Duro. Didn't think the value of the Seiko SKX could be topped, but this watch ticks all the boxes for an all-weather watch with classic looks. Final note, I believe the quartz module is a Casio rebadged Miyota 2115.

@juliorodriguez1721 6 жыл бұрын

I truly appreciate you doing these budget videos for us ty

@josephjordan521 7 жыл бұрын

Great video, TGV! There are so many watches out there in this price range can give a collector a ton of joy: Timex Weekender, Timex Ironman, Seiko 5 SNK series (on sale of course), Casio F91W. The list can go on infinitely! But these are really solid choices!

@appalachianunderground8474 4 жыл бұрын

John Candy wore a cheap Casio in Planes, Trains and Automobiles... good enough for me lol

@bitchoflivingblah 4 жыл бұрын

What a lovely review - I bought the Casio Duro and a personalised NATO strap on the strength of your excellent appraisal. Thank you.

@phillyeli215 5 жыл бұрын

My beaters is an Invicta Prodiver 8926OB and Casio Waveceptor (atomic time) that I picked up for $35.00 on EBay. Love them both. Great Vid bro.

@b-rad5855 7 жыл бұрын

I love my Duro on a Bond strap. For work, it is either that or the Vostok "scuba dude" with the 1967 case and a grey NATO (soon to be replaced with a shark mesh bracelet).

@arpitsharma1291989 7 жыл бұрын

I have had the G-Shock since 2014 and I can't say enough good things about my watch. It is fabulous, I have been to beaches and hikes with it on my wrist, have also dropped it a couple of storeys down and this watch still doesn't even has a scratch. Also, it was worn by Keanu Reeves in the movie "Speed". This watch makes me feel like I am an outdoor's man.. Its funny but it does do that.. I am planning to put another strap on it now. Something made of cloth like other military watches. P.S - I too have small wrists.

@chickenballs-balls 6 жыл бұрын

what about mud?

@luisfilippeserpe4037 3 жыл бұрын

@@chickenballs-balls I think the 5600 resists mud, as every G Shock should, to a certain extent. But the G9300 Mudman is specially designed for that

@harryfox2208 7 жыл бұрын

Loving the videos at the moment TGV! I think casio's are absolute best watch in this price range. Let's get TGV to 100k!

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you Harry :D Onwards and upwards! Best regards, TGV

@santii381 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve had the g shock for a few months thanks to this video and it’s awesome, the price is reasonable for what you get. Having the smaller square profile plus all the mods you can add on put it above everything.

@DamonXWind 7 жыл бұрын

Quartz is also great for chronographs since that complication can be costly to service in a mechanical piece. Seiko has some great mechaquartz options with a smooth sweeping chrono seconds hand. They would make a good beater as they can be had for around a hundred dollars and perform well if you want a sporty chronograph and can' afford or don't want to drop the cash on a speedy. I've got my eye on the SSB031. My go-to everyday watch is a Seiko 5 SNZG15, which has taken more than a few knocks and has some "character" on the hardlex, but it still keeps excellent time and runs like a champ. The 5 is definitely what I'd recommend if someone wanted an automatic beater.

@Vaille32 4 жыл бұрын

I have the Duro and love it. Two minor details I would love to see added in future iterations: 1.) a magnifier bubble over the date; 2.) the marlin logo laser-etched onto the face of the crown. Both are small nitpicks tho and the watch is wonderful as it is.

@marioventura1129 2 жыл бұрын

So, after a year Casio only made Duro worse. You didn't put the lens in the date window and you didn't pay the royalties to use the Marlin fish! Now Duro comes without the famous fish! That is. It got worse, generating many protests from Casio's most loyal consumers! Lack of consideration all in the name of money!

@MrR2185 2 жыл бұрын

I think if they made the Duro in 42mm and a solar movement and charge around 100USD, they would have a beast on their hands. I have recently acquired a Green bezel/ black dial version and I love it to bits. Very solid watch...it also has the Marlin logo.

@philljohnston9623 5 жыл бұрын

Thx for this most informative video. I have just ordered a Casio Duro to wear as a beater. I am now considering buying the G-Shock.

@deke.0139 7 жыл бұрын

Just back from the gym with my trusty DW-5600E, perfect timing sir! The perfect G-Shock imo -- dripping with 80s vibe, looks like the ones I remember from my childhood, which triggers the nostalgia factor - Current version of Keanu’s Speed (1994) watch ftr --- DW-5600E --- everything you need, nothing you don’t!

@AgePix 7 жыл бұрын

I finally beat you to a watch. Got my dw5600 a few weeks ago as a work beater. I gotta say I love it that much I don't want to wear it to work. It's taken a beating already but not a scratch on it. Might have to get another to preserve or a 5610 solar atomic

@Abhikpr. 7 жыл бұрын

YES! I'm so glad you did this video. I've been trying to research it and I'm like DAMN why hasn't TGV done a review on the Casio duro. Best reviewer on KZfaq. So thank you. Now I will watch this video and make my decision. It's funny because I wanted to put it on a nato strap to so now I know exactly how it'll look with it and it looks good. Thanks so much. New to watches and your channel is helping me immensely.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Abhi, very kind of you to say indeed. Welcome to the best hobby an chap can have! Glad to have you on the journey with us. Best regards, TGV

@Abhikpr. 7 жыл бұрын

The Urban Gentry thank you sir. My career is just getting started this year and my watch Three grail watches as of now , are the Rolex submariner two tone, Omega seamaster 300 Spectre edition on the nato strap and the Omega Planet Ocean Deep Black. I love those timepieces. But for now I want to start my collection with the Casio Duro, Seiko 5, and the Seiko SKX. All watches that are affordable to me right now. Casio and the seiko 5 will probably be first. With a Bond grey and black nato strap from Wrist candy watch club. Again. Everything I know is thanks to your channel. So I appreciate you putting out the content for us newbies. Cheers from Vegas.

@jackstanislow8051 7 жыл бұрын

Abhi K. Abhi K. My father has a subi, great watch and a true classic. Its about 15 years old and its still ticking (slow, but it just needs a good regulation)! The Bond Omega looks awesome as well. My dream grail watches are Breitling Navi 01 and IWC Mk. XVIII. Maybe a Zenith El Primero later :) or Rolex GMT master II pepsi ( ceramic, not gold, great watch but its not worth 28k!) Im hoping to get a Seiko SARB and maybe the Casio Duro. Goodluck!

@Abhikpr. 7 жыл бұрын

Breitlings are beautiful as well. A little to complicated for me but wonderful looking timepieces. Those are some good choices. I just bought the duro yesterday since it's only 43 dollars. And got some nato straps for it as well. It's going to be my everyday beater watch. It'll have some history to it before I'm done. I just bought a business so I can't wear high end watches there as it doesn't fit the type of business I bought. So the Casio will be everyday. High end watches will be when I go out. In general I'm excited to receive it. But I need to find that Spectre watch. It was a minutes edition so it rarely pops up. I want it as a whole set with the box and papersto. So that's even more hard to find.

@jackstanislow8051 7 жыл бұрын

Congrats on the business! Thats awesome! My father started his a long time ago and is working on a new one (travel company) called All Star Travel. Entrepreneurship is very rewarding, good luck!

@LeoBauer1973 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks to TGV for guide me to the real watch world. Nice Vid mate as everyone. Things about this, absolutely fantastic. 👍🏻

@leeferriss2392 7 жыл бұрын

You inspired me to purchase the Duro. It's a fantastic watch for the money. Thanks!!

@Otacorp 7 жыл бұрын

There is one con about the Casio G Shock DW-5600E. Its been my beater watch for five years. I swim with it, shower with it, sleep with it etc. I have noticed that have a number of years of usage, oils and grim keep change the matte finish to a shiny black finish. Though i think this might have something to do with not cleaning the watch. After 5 + years of usage. Another pro is that i still haven't change the battery yet, contrary to the 2 years of battery life you mentioned in your video.

@kavinda05 5 жыл бұрын

Just remember Bill Gates wears a Duro !

@anwarmamun2020 4 жыл бұрын

@@folksurvival: jealous? ;)

@folksurvival 4 жыл бұрын

@@anwarmamun2020 Of being a scumbag? No, of course not.

@deltanovember1672 4 жыл бұрын

unlockthepower But are you jealous of his wealth?

@folksurvival 4 жыл бұрын

@@deltanovember1672 Health, kin and honor are wealth.

@deltanovember1672 4 жыл бұрын

unlockthepower They’re four separate issues. You’d love Bill’s fortune though, wouldn’t you?

@RedBearAK 7 жыл бұрын

Great video. By a strange coincidence I've been looking at both of those watches in recent days. They seem quite popular. Perfect choices for affordable daily beaters in non-office environments.

@tortugabob 6 жыл бұрын

I love this review of the everyman's watch. Keep up the good work.

@jimwvisi 7 жыл бұрын

Love your down-to-Earth reviews, TGV! How quiet is that Duro? I recently picked up a Timex Expedition on a whim and the ticking is driving me batty! I've recently become infatuated with the Bulova UHF quartz movement and would love to get your take on them if the opportunity arises. Keep up the good work!

@ZENECKADMER 7 жыл бұрын

James W It's very quiet

@BrakkoJanus 7 жыл бұрын

A while ago I almost bought the Casio Duro after months of courtship, but ended up not pulling the trigger solely because of its size. I isually wear a small Seiko 5 and I'm not sure how a 44mm diver would look on my slim wrists. But it looks great on you, I might think again! My thirst for a diver is not quenched. Great review!

@VacuumJockey 7 жыл бұрын

Ouroboros, check out the Seiko SKX013 - it's around 38 mm in width, and an ISO certified diver. Tough!

@BrakkoJanus 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, looks great! Is it a smaller versione of the SKX007? I don't need it to actually dive, just like the looks. Too bad it's not in my price range, I'm considering the Vostok Amphibia, looks quirky but fun. Alternatively an Invicta, which I know gets some hate but it's very affordable.

@BrakkoJanus 7 жыл бұрын

In the end I ordered a Vostok Amphibia 710 with blue scuba dude dial. Looks like a good deal for less than 60€. Can't wait!

@ohyahlinkinpark4life 7 жыл бұрын

your review convinced me to buy the mdv-106 such a great budget diver

@KDL917 7 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video! I love that you review an entire range of watches, including beaters. My beaters are the G-Shock G7900-1, Seiko SNK803, and Seiko SKX009 (of course ;))

@brianbuchert6382 4 жыл бұрын

Katrina Lopez I also own the g-7900 great piece

@sdamico555 7 жыл бұрын

I know I am late the party my good man, but because of you I took delivery today of my Sinn 104. Sublime. Pure love at first wear. We have drooled over the same watches in the past, and I felt your opinion matches mine for the most part. Your opinion of the 104 was so incredibly spot on. Bravo good sir.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

That makes my day to hear that! Enjoy it my friend. Thank you for taking the time to share that, greatly appreciated. Best regards, TGV

@nikolairubinowski810 7 жыл бұрын

Personally, I don't need a digital watch as I have my smartphone on me 98% of the time. But I appreciate the fact that virtually everyone has access to decent quality watches. My beater of choice is the SKX 007 wich has never failed me while hunting, diving, hiking or any other demanding activity. Great video, thank you, Sir!

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

You can't beat the SKX!! Great choice, personally I wish I didn't have a "smart" phone. Thank you, Best regards, TGV

@Rfpepe7295 7 жыл бұрын

The Urban Gentry I sooooooo agree.... I think about flinging my smartphone off a bridge about 5 times a day

@Cordova10-8 7 жыл бұрын

I love my SKX007 so much, its my daily and wears various straps. I'm now considering a Seiko 6r15 as a dress watch. As you can see, I don't like spending much!

@nikolairubinowski810 7 жыл бұрын

I try to condition myself not to use my phone 24 hours a day, it often spends hours in a drawer. The 6r15 is gorgeous! I am not a huge fan of the bracelet, but the dial and complication are stunning. Very classy and I think a great counter piece to the SKX. Thank you all for your replies!

@fatg7975 2 жыл бұрын

I loved the review , really detailed, I have casio, the w800 and love it, my daily watch and super recommended

@pattrick20 7 жыл бұрын

aaand another watch I didn't know I needed, thanks again TGV!

@igilicios 7 жыл бұрын

Nice Video. Please don't forget the tracktor of all beater "amphibia" CCCP watches :)

@paulcostley6800 7 жыл бұрын

i have the gshock gw5000 and I love it.

@marksilgalis9400 7 жыл бұрын

The Duro was my "gateway" watch. Fantastic. My wife and I both currently wear G-Shock 56XX as beaters. No wrong answers here. That Duro punches WAY above it's weight class.

@jimmym5262 7 жыл бұрын

i'm gonna pick up that g shock in particular for my father. He is a farmer, and landscaper and has always broke all of his wrist watches as he bangs around his hands on farming tools so he always had a beater pocket watch. This seems like a great fit for him. Great video!

@toolongforyoutoread6 7 жыл бұрын

The Casio Duro was my first real watch, but I gave it away because it far too large for me. This would actually be my first recommendation for anyone who wants to get a diver, but isn't looking for an automatic. The size and the lume are my only hang ups, otherwise I would have kept it and never bought an SKX. The bezel action is fantastic, better than my SKX or my Orient Mako.

@theurbangentry 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you BL. Great to hear you recommend it too. Best regards, TGV

@bernardogutierrez3858 6 жыл бұрын

What size wrist are you? Im considering this watch but my wrist size is 6 inches and a half. I'm worried it might be to big for me.

@Ni3ls118 5 жыл бұрын

Bernardo Gutierrez You should be fine :) I have a 6,5 inch wrist and own a 44mm watch which is just right.

@bernardogutierrez3858 5 жыл бұрын

Niels De Block it will be my next purchase then thanks for the heads up!