Casio Men's G-Shock DW6900-1V Sport Watch

ReviewThis is a review and comparison of 3 very similar g shocks at very similar prices here on Amazon. The 5600, 6900, and 9052. If, like me, you like all 3 and can’t decide, this review is for you. I’ve posted this in the reviews of all three watches since it applies to all of them.I’ll start with the similarities: They are, functionally, the exact same watch. The only difference is the graphics/arrangement of the LCD. All three have the exact same mode button functionality. Press once for an alarm which can be set for a specific time as well as specific date and year. Press again for a countdown timer that can be set for up to 24 hours. The current time is also displayed on the screen which is a nice touch. Press again for the stopwatch. It does not have a lap counter but does have a split so you can record lap times manually or record first/second place finishes. The current time is also displayed on this screen which is, again, a nice touch. Press again to return to the home screen which displays the day, date, and time. The watch will beep with each press of the mode button but will beep differently when you make it back to the main clock screen letting you know you’ve made it through all the functions. 200m of water resistance which more than 99% of us will ever come close to needing. You can choose between 12 and 24 hour timekeeping and set the backlight to flash with the alarm, timer, and hourly chime. You cannot mute the button presses. Everything you just read applies to all three watches.Now for the differences and pros/cons of each. I’ll start by saying I don’t think any of these are better than the other as they are functionally the same. It really comes down to size and aesthetics. Starting with the 5600 - the OG. The 5600 is the closest to the original G-Shock and the most classic of the three. This is the most basic version but it comes in dozens of colors and variations. This particular model only comes in black which isn’t a bad thing. It goes with everything. It’s the smallest of the three and has the lowest height by far. If you have a smaller wrist, this is the one you want. It’s pretty thin as G-Shocks go, though not as thin as a 2100, and comes from a time before G-Shocks were the size of a truck tire. The current version was just re-released in 2024 and replaced the electro-luminescent backlight for a very bright, white LED. I still have the older EL version but prefer the LED better. It’s clearer and brighter in my opinion but both are fantastic. If you order one and receive the other (which seems to be common) don’t be upset. Both are completely visible in the darkest dark. I just prefer the LED. The 5600 is also the easiest to read of the three. The clock itself has the largest numbers and there are no ticking graphics taking up screen space. It’s a bit boring to look at (when compared to the others) but the most practical as there’s no wasted space. The 5600 is timeless and will never, ever go out of style.The 6900 is a big chungus. It is a chonky boy. If you have a small wrist, I wouldn’t recommend it. It’s big, very tall, and the fixed curvature of the strap makes it look even bigger on wrist. But many of us buy G-Shocks for that massive wrist presence so if that’s your thing, then this is it. It’s the biggest of the three. The 6900 and 9052 both have dedicated backlight buttons on the front which I really appreciate. This one also just got an update replacing the EL backlight with a white LED. The same comments apply as for the 5600. Both are great but I prefer the LED. The 6900 has a bit more personality than the 5600. There are three dials across the top that are really only there for aesthetic reasons. They tick along with the seconds until they’re all full and then continue until they’re all empty. They’re not really anything you’d use to help tell the time. They just look cool. Their presence though, does make less space for the day, date, and time so those are a little smaller than on the 5600. I have pretty bad eyesight these days but I have no trouble reading it. I don’t consider it small but it is smaller than the 5600. One difference of note between the 6900 and the others is the plastic buckle. For some reason this model has a a plastic buckle while the other two have metal. I don’t see this ever being a problem. It’s really thick as watch buckles go. It’s worth noting that this model has been around since the mid 90’s and has always had a plastic buckle. They’re all G-Shocks and all meant for real world wear and abuse and the 6900 looks like the one that could endure the most mistreatment. Whether or not that’s true, I don’t actually know but it sure looks the toughest.The 9052 is the most unique of the three. It has a smaller diameter like the 5600 but has the chonky thickness of the 6900. If you have a smaller wrist but want a bigger watch, this should be your choice. Also if you have a medium to large wrist, any one of these is perfect. The face of the 9052 is probably my least favorite for a few reasons. The day and date are separated from the time by a very cool looking but functionally useless bar that ticks full and empty along with the seconds. This puts the day and date on a very slim section of the lcd which makes it harder to read. If you’re younger and have good eyesight you can probably disregard this but I find myself having to look a bit longer to focus on the date when I need it. One more thing of note about the date: The 6900 and 9052 lcd screens are recessed really deep into the watch case. This isn’t a factor on the 6900 but the 9052 case actually casts a shadow over the date on the lcd. If you’re not in the right lighting, half the numbers sit in shadow and I end up having to hit the backlight to read it. Not an issue but it is worth mentioning. The best thing about the 9052 is the fit. Of the three, it is the only one without a fixed strap. The strap swings freely on its spring bars and doesn’t have a pre-curve so it wraps right around your wrist and fits very comfortably. This not only makes it the most comfortable but also makes it wear the smallest, despite being much thicker than the 5600. But don’t worry, it makes up for this by having the widest strap. When I say it wears the smallest, I mean of the three. It does not wear small. The other two have a pre-curved strap that does not swing freely. This adds some shock protection if they are ever dropped and also makes the watch wear larger as it goes out from the watch before curving around your wrist. The 9052 also has the easiest buttons to press. Big flat pushers as opposed to typical very-small metal ones. No need to dig your fingernail into these things. The backlight is still an EL! The 9052 has not received the LED update yet, if ever. If you insist on an EL backlight, the 9052 is the one you want. As of today (4/4/25) it is only available with an EL. It is also the only one of the three that comes in different colors at around the same price. Look to pay double for a different version 5600 or 6900 if you want a color. The 9052 comes in a few color options all around the same price. I went with blue which is more of a bright navy and looks fantastic with the yellow accents and silver face.That’s it! That’s all I can think of anyway. These are three functionally identical watches so it just comes down to fit, size, and aesthetics. I have all three and don’t really have a favorite. I just let the heart decide before putting one on for the day.

I just loooove the look of this G-shock! Although I have a few of them, this model is now my favorite.

Buen producto, buen precio

I thought this men’s Casio G-Shock Watch was perfect for what my son was needing it for. He had a timex for years until it recently died and it was more of a dress watch and he needs something for everyday work. He is in construction, out doors most days and was in the military so I know he uses all the other little gadgets that come with it. When I sent it to him (he lives in another state from me) he was very thankfull and said quite a few times how much he loved it and was able to use it right away. He said it was not hard to set, it is comfortable on his wrist (he has big arms and wrist he is a big man) and said it keeps time very acccuratly comparing to his phone. It is water resistant to a degree. It can get a little wet whle washing your hands and dry it right away but I wouldn’t submerge it. I don’t think sweat is going to do any harm to it. I thought it looked very nice on his wrist when he sent me a photo and the size of the face is good for his size wrist and arm, not too large or small. The length of the band for him just fit so a man any bigger may have to swap out the band but he is a big guy at 6’ and about 249. I am glad he liked this watch that I feel carries a good brand name (Casio) and has proved in the past since my husband owned one for years and never had any issues with it. The black outer face and band are very nice too.

Nice

It’s a great watch, however I received an updated version that has an LED instead of the electro luminescent backlight it says in the description so I’d order elsewhere if that’s an issue.

It's a every day wear. Love the durability of this product

It's hard to begin a review about an item that I love so much. If you would like the history of the G-Shock brand that begins all the way back from 1983, here's the official link:[...]Now, about this specific model the DW6900-1V is a model that has been around since the early 2000's and is considered to be an entry level unit in the G-Shock family of products. Here are the official specs from the casio website:Shock Resistant200 Meter Water ResistantEL Backlight with AfterglowFlash AlertFlashes with buzzer that sounds for alarms, hourly time signal, countdown timer time-up alarm1/100 second stopwatchMeasuring capacity: 00’00”00-59’59”99 (for the first 60 minutes)1:00’00-23:59’59 (after 60 minutes)Measuring unit: 1/100 second (for the first 60 minutes)1 second (after 60 minutes)Measuring mode: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place timesCountdown timerMeasuring unit: 1 secondCountdown range: 24 hoursCountdown start time setting range: 1 second to 24 hours(1-second increments, 1-minute increments and 1-hour increments)Other: Auto-repeatMulti-function alarmHourly time signalFull auto-calendar (pre-programmed until the year 2039)12/24 hour formatsAccuracy: +/- 15 seconds per monthBattery CR2016Approx. battery life: 2 yearsModule 1289/3230I have always been the guy that never wanted to spend a ton of money on a watch. Part of the reason is because I have a job where my watch was prone to constant damage and bruising. So like many folks I would go to Walmart and pickup a 15 dollar watch every year. I was going through watches at about that rate. Until about 2 years ago I saw a UPS driver wearing a G-shock watch (not the DW6900, but a different model). He went on to tell me all about the watch and how much he loved everything about it. From the design, to how well it fits on his wrist, but the most important aspect of all which is how durable, touch, and well built the watch is.So after listening to him, I decided to purchase this G-shock and have never looked back. Everything about this watch is amazing. Simple in functions compared to more upscale G-Shocks, but for me that's a plus. I don't need to know sea levels or faces of the moon. I just need a timer for daily tasks and a Chronometer for exercise. Plus this watch has a fantastic feature that many digital watches no longer have, even the upscale time pieces: The feature is that no matter which watch mode you are in, the time is always displayed on the upper right portion of the screen. This may seem small in importance, but believe me when you get started using the watch you will wonder how you managed without the function in the first place. It makes it so convenient to not have to switch between modes just to know what time is it. I find it very strange how this function is not available on most digital watches now...The only two minor complaints that I have about this watch are: 1-) If you have small wrists you may prefer the smaller model 5600 which is the all time classic still available, and fits much better on smaller wrists. 2-) The "G" imprint on the light button is not colored... Again this is a small dislike that to others may not think it is. In my opinion Casio could have colored it red for an extra 3 cents on the cost of the watch if that...To wrap up the review, for the price of this watch there is no better watch out there. This watch will go through hell and back with you. You may not be as tough as this watch is. It is standard issue for many military and law enforcement agencies around the world. Here's a link to Google pictures of military units wearing g-shocks all over the world, thanks:[...]