$100 G-Shock “CasiOak” is the Cheapest Cool Watch You Can Buy

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  • Опубліковано 1 сер 2024
  • When I turned 16, I was given £100 for my birthday and, back then, it seemed like a fortune. The world, in that moment, had become my oyster. Today, however, £100 doesn’t seem to do a whole lot of anything. You certainly wouldn’t be able to purchase a watch that was actually pretty cool and interesting with it-or so I thought. Because £100-and $100 for that matter-is all you need to buy a watch that people have been clamouring over each other to get. It’s the Casio G Shock GA-2100-the “CasioOak”. Here are three reasons why it’s the cheapest cool watch you can buy.
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  • @watchfinder
    @watchfinder  2 роки тому +798

    Do you think this is a cool watch? Thumbs up your answer below!

    • @watchfinder
      @watchfinder  2 роки тому +241

      Yes, it’s cool as hell

    • @watchfinder
      @watchfinder  2 роки тому +13

      No, it’s a watch for babies

    • @thisoldbelair
      @thisoldbelair 2 роки тому +4

      I like this watch and it is likely the only analog g-shock that I’d consider with my 6.65” wrist.

    • @BiGbOsS-ch5le
      @BiGbOsS-ch5le 2 роки тому +18

      Pls make a vid on watches under 300 for the more broke viewers

    • @sameagle988
      @sameagle988 2 роки тому +4

      It's a Casio. This was like watching harry's garage extolling the virtues of a Yugo or Gordon Ramsey cooking with Purina.

  • @NicoLeonard
    @NicoLeonard 2 роки тому +2437

    GOD TIER WATCH!!!

    • @renhaowu682
      @renhaowu682 2 роки тому +53

      Tought I'd see you hear 🤣

    • @oluwatobiogundele218
      @oluwatobiogundele218 2 роки тому +3

      😂😂😂

    • @alwin9892
      @alwin9892 2 роки тому +8

      The god it self commented!

    • @alawhie
      @alawhie 2 роки тому +4

      🤣🤣 Seriously, this is God-Tier! The most iconic bulletproof beater in the Universe! It's the ONE watch that most of us as collectors would grab for use when Sh*t hit's the fan. That is unless you are Floyd... He'd surely grab his "best in the world" Hublot... Rumour has it he loves it so much, he even uses it on his wrist under the glove during fights to add weight to his wrist... 😬When I heard, I thought "Finally, I have discovered something that a Hublot is good for..."

    • @ntokozo-dumakudemoya1065
      @ntokozo-dumakudemoya1065 2 роки тому

      GODDD TIERR THE DOGS BULLOCKS

  • @devynkumar1997
    @devynkumar1997 2 роки тому +1337

    I never thought I'd live to see a watch I can afford on this channel.

    • @hlee2
      @hlee2 2 роки тому +38

      or one that you can actually buy

    • @abiromu
      @abiromu 2 роки тому +45

      Imagine how good this watch must be to be featured in a channel of Rolexes, PP, VC, and Lange

    • @devynkumar1997
      @devynkumar1997 2 роки тому +24

      @@hlee2 that's exactly what I said lol...

    • @ridetheapex
      @ridetheapex 2 роки тому +1

      Lol

    • @leehazlewoodism
      @leehazlewoodism 2 роки тому

      Just saw one sell on ebay for £52.

  • @WatchGeek
    @WatchGeek 2 роки тому +285

    Finally my type of a watch featured here as well 😁😁👍
    And a special thank you for the slight nod to my tutorial 😉
    I'm glad you found it helpful 👍

    • @R023N
      @R023N 2 роки тому +14

      There's only one place to find G-Shock tutorials 😁

    • @watchfinder
      @watchfinder  2 роки тому +29

      I found it helpful, Tom couldn’t hear the beep so it made no sense to him at all!

    • @VersedNJ
      @VersedNJ 2 роки тому +2

      @@watchfinder Just do a youtube search, Casio and even better tutorials on how to set specific G-Shocks. After a bit you got it down, till you forget. Some of the better one's automatically adjust for Daylight Savings Time, including one's at about $200.

    • @WatchGeek
      @WatchGeek 2 роки тому +3

      @@watchfinder 😄😄👍

    • @n00dyl69
      @n00dyl69 2 роки тому +2

      it's pretty rare to see watchfinder replay to a comment.

  • @adeebsattar
    @adeebsattar 2 роки тому +86

    A watch I can afford... On this channel!?

  • @ShahbazKhan-wq4lj
    @ShahbazKhan-wq4lj 2 роки тому +604

    I was literally thinking of this watch from past few days, I have never believed that this watch can be reviewed here, this is what love for Watchfinder can do. Thank you.
    Edit: I finally got my GA 2100 1A1DR. Its absolute pleasure to hold the watch held by talking hands.

    • @samudnote
      @samudnote 2 роки тому +18

      Same here. I was surprised to see Casio on this channel. Actually, I did a double check that I was watching Watchfinder &Co. Or not when this watch appear on UA-cam feed.

    • @sakrantyna
      @sakrantyna 2 роки тому +5

      You re not alone

    • @stephenlamley541
      @stephenlamley541 2 роки тому +5

      I love the fact serous watch people still have time.e for casio. Brilliant.

    • @BWB31975
      @BWB31975 2 роки тому +2

      Both surprised and intrigued that this channel would feature such a watch. Good for you, Watchfinder!

    • @ShahbazKhan-wq4lj
      @ShahbazKhan-wq4lj 2 роки тому +1

      @@fearless189 No IMO, WF is doing fantastic irrespective of what watch they show, this is the exact moto of this channel that stories and inspiration is what matters not show off.

  • @spenzalii
    @spenzalii 2 роки тому +104

    Just goes to show a watch doesn't need to be expensive to be desirable. These sell out almost as soon as they come in stock. Patience is a virtue and I managed to grab one from Casio at MSRP rather than playing the secondary market. I love it.

    • @milosilic23
      @milosilic23 2 роки тому +6

      I scooped mine in a different country because the sellers in mine were selling every piece and had no idea when they will get more.

    • @Uchoobdood
      @Uchoobdood 2 роки тому +1

      Me too!

    • @Uchoobdood
      @Uchoobdood 2 роки тому

      This sold out so fast

    • @tiagocunha4821
      @tiagocunha4821 2 роки тому +2

      In brazil, this one costs almost 1000 Reais, wich is about 200 dollars. It's cheap there, but expensive as fuck here. Fuck, i hate inflation

  • @babygerald4645
    @babygerald4645 2 роки тому +65

    Got an F-91 in 7th Grade and it was the coolest thing ever. It was the first watch I ever wanted and bought with allowance money. I upgraded to a beefier W-26 a year later. What a great set of features for the price, even back in the late-1980s. Casio deserves respect and it's a treat to see one of their iconic models featured here.

    • @betochiwas
      @betochiwas Рік тому

      my father bought me a F-91W in a trip to find christmas lights in a small store downtown, I loved it I used to play with the stop watch to get it to .99 sec, I lost it and it was my start to love watches (and clocks for that matter) in general.

  • @dasbaniprasad
    @dasbaniprasad 2 роки тому +22

    The way you describe the watch is really wonderful. As a child of the 70's Casio was very much part of my childhood, and isn't childhood the best part of anyone's life!

  • @CyberSammael
    @CyberSammael 2 роки тому +17

    This one was my entry into watch collecting. I had been considering getting into the hobby for a month or two, reading forums, and this one came up. I loved the design, knew I would be getting a quality watch, saw that it was well regarded and appreciated, and it was a price that wouldn't punish me if I decided it wasn't for me. It was. It's already a nostalgic timepiece for me.

    • @humorss
      @humorss 2 роки тому +2

      My first watch in 15 years. I think this watch set a high bar for everyday wear. it displays two time at once precisely the 2nd time can be a stopwatch too. I wear much more expensive watch now but I need to force myself from going back to the ga2100. Cause the lightness and array of features just isn't present with mechanical movement.

  • @mubblemann
    @mubblemann 2 роки тому +23

    Have to admit, even with IWC and Omega in my collection, I went and bought one of these after watching this video and doing some research. I've had it on my wrist this past week. It's my new workhorse.

  • @LobsterRavioli
    @LobsterRavioli 2 роки тому +12

    Just bought the blacked out version, I’m in awe of how amazing it looks and fits. It has that feel that you barely notice you have it on, and I like that. I dislike the watches that you know you are wearing, or you don’t feel like anything is on your wrist. This is perfect.

  • @RichiePaidso
    @RichiePaidso 2 роки тому +21

    I've owned this watch for about 9 months now! I loved this watch from the moment I laid eyes on it. So the next step was which colourway to go for. I looked at many reviews online and people were saying how the time on the triple black (featured in this video) was hard to read etc. I'm so glad I didn't let those people sway me and went for this one. I love the all black. Makes it look elegant but serious at the same time. I absolutely love its stealthy look. And it goes with all outfits. One of my favourite watches in my collection. 💯

    • @Youser57
      @Youser57 Рік тому

      I'm waiting for mine to come in, read lots of comments and reviews about it being hard to read but I hung in there and went for the "phantom black"

  • @jamesbart86
    @jamesbart86 2 роки тому +105

    Well said, my good sir! Since I can’t afford the watches that I really want (yet!), I have kept the dream alive with more affordable alternatives and Casio has been my go to brand to “scratch the itch” . Thank you for showing us this one and could you please include a “lume shot “ for the ones that have any luminescent paint? Very cool watch and still my favorite watch channel. Merry Christmas to you!

  • @jojogpt
    @jojogpt 2 роки тому +76

    Casio's Edifice series are some of the best finished watches in the sub $600 range. Great accuracy compared to other quartz movements around the $600 range. Always interesting dial design. And most impressive are the second hand alignment in the Edifices. I love their use of retrograde dials too.

    • @jojogpt
      @jojogpt 2 роки тому +9

      @Art Vandelay Any quartz watch would be. That's unfortunate.

    • @sdaafasfad
      @sdaafasfad 2 роки тому +6

      My first watch I bought after I started working was an Edifice. Bought it on ebay for £50. That single purchase has led onto a decently sizable collection. I keep the edifice in the same box as my prized watches and I get quizzed on why I do that - without that edifice, I wouldn't have began this hobby!

    • @jojogpt
      @jojogpt 2 роки тому +2

      @@sdaafasfad Similar story for me. I had Casios before my Edifice but the Edifice was the start of my small but growing collection.

    • @sdaafasfad
      @sdaafasfad 2 роки тому

      @@jojogpt it's funny because I'm considering a Grand Seiko as my main purchase in 2022 (finances permitting, of course!) Still going to one of these G Shocks though regardless. I love how you can modify them and change things around. I really like the Royal Oak styled metal casing and bracelets you can get for them!

    • @jojogpt
      @jojogpt 2 роки тому

      @@sdaafasfad Congratulations in advance on the Grand Seiko. I wish someday I will be able to afford that.
      I like to see modded watches but personally I am not a fan of modding my watches, or anything I own. I like them vanilla. Also, the Casioak would one of the few Casio lines that I did not like, primarily because I am not a fan of the AP Royal Oak.
      I have owned a few G-Shocks and they are awesome. My favorite line is the Master of G. Especially the older models. I have a Mudman and a Rangeman. I am never getting rid of these.

  • @ElectronicsPeddler
    @ElectronicsPeddler 2 роки тому +129

    I always told myself that I'd buy a GA-2100 the day that Watchfinder reviewed it. That day has finally come. The Casioak can now take it's place amongst the most prestigious watches in my collection. Thank you Watchfinder!

    • @julienfroidevaux1143
      @julienfroidevaux1143 Рік тому +4

      Why do base your purchasing decisions on some one you have never met ?
      Buy what ever you like .
      These high end watch collectors with a Yt chanel , how sincere are they with their gushing' s for this watch ?

    • @ElectronicsPeddler
      @ElectronicsPeddler Рік тому +1

      @@julienfroidevaux1143 Ironic hyperbole, clearly.

    • @julienfroidevaux1143
      @julienfroidevaux1143 Рік тому

      Me bad , sorry .

    • @julienfroidevaux1143
      @julienfroidevaux1143 Рік тому

      To be fair they are good at their job , hated Casio growing up ( and I'm a shitter shit watch collector ) now am I considering this model as my first Casio .

    • @julienfroidevaux1143
      @julienfroidevaux1143 Рік тому

      Do you like this watch op ?

  • @nates78
    @nates78 2 роки тому +6

    It took me over 1 year to get this exact watch. I wasn't willing to deal with scalpers, so I was patient. Now its my daily watch and love it every day.

  • @darthfalcon4055
    @darthfalcon4055 2 роки тому +8

    I got olive green version for my 16th Birthday. Always wanted a Gshock and this one was amazing and affordable. It's constantly been on my wrist for about a year now. Even as a 2000's kid I can say that I absolutely love Casio now.

  • @ak1920
    @ak1920 2 роки тому +13

    Can't go wrong with a G shock. Respected by all levels of watch enthusiasts. It would be interesting to see you review a Mr. G- g shock one day for comparison as they can retail for thousands of dollars.

  • @Arcane_Digital
    @Arcane_Digital 2 роки тому +8

    This is a big day: this is the first time, I’ve clicked on a Watchfinder video, and it’s featuring a watch that’s currently on my wrist. In a world of Lange’s and Patek’s, I never thought my meager budget would allow such a thrill…but here it is. 😍 Keep up the great work y’all.

  • @pradeepdeepu3023
    @pradeepdeepu3023 2 роки тому +8

    I can die in peace knowing that I have a watch featured in watchfinder

  • @DavidDatura
    @DavidDatura 2 роки тому +9

    Hurrah! The Casioak finally gets some Watchfinder love! I have two of these (for now) this very model here…the stealthy all-black version and a silver steel capped body version. Love these watches! They sit proudly right next to my other mechanical timepieces inside my watchbox. I might yet still also get the blue steel capped body variation as well as the light grey resin version with the positive LCD display.

  • @superaktiv33
    @superaktiv33 2 роки тому +44

    I Never thought I would be alive to witness Watchfinder cover a watch that I actually own... I'm proud regarding my life choices.

  • @SirPedro83
    @SirPedro83 2 роки тому +21

    I was fortunate to pick one up during the pandemic shut down. I had the money just sitting and I kept the shortcut to the website on my phones homepage. I just refreshed every possible time until it was finally available. I pulled the trigger immediately.
    *sidenote- I never thought I'd see this getting your review. This is great!

    • @AVguitarchannel
      @AVguitarchannel 2 роки тому +2

      You can proudly say you have one watch from this luxury channel

    • @tyshig.
      @tyshig. 2 роки тому

      Lol, I did the exact same thing

  • @AndyMccllgh
    @AndyMccllgh 2 роки тому +44

    Bought the blue/grey version yesterday - absolutely blown away when I tried it on. There’s is something about this thing that is just…elegantly badass.

    • @kdubllu
      @kdubllu 2 роки тому +7

      Went with the all grey, simply love it

    • @karlsenula9495
      @karlsenula9495 2 роки тому +2

      @@kdubllu that is the version I am going to go for.

    • @hathaway.1166
      @hathaway.1166 2 роки тому +2

      @@kdubllu I have one-it's absolutely classs

    • @kdubllu
      @kdubllu 2 роки тому +3

      @@hathaway.1166 smooth, sleek, sexy, but “hey don’t take life too serious” type class

  • @zackfair711
    @zackfair711 2 роки тому +34

    Got this Stealth CasiOak at the beginning of 2020. So glad it's getting the spotlight, especially now that they just released the line with metal casing :)

    • @WashashoreProd
      @WashashoreProd 2 роки тому +3

      I started collecting watches mid-2020 (because what else was I going to do) and the GA2100 was right at the top of my shopping list, but it was impossible to get at the time. I wound up grabbing an Edifice ECB-10, which is slightly bigger than the GA-2100. I have both Casioaks in front of me right now, and it kind of seems like two different design teams were given the same basic mission to create a Royal Oak-inspired watch, and went in wildly different directions.
      I eventually did get a GA2100 (the JDM Christmas color model), and it's a nice watch, but I gotta admit, the Bluetooth functions on the Edifice make it more of a daily wear choice for me. I do like that they've added a bunch of other models of both G-Shock and Edifice to the octagonal arena, though.

    • @jvsky1140
      @jvsky1140 Рік тому

      I have the GA-B2100 and i absolutely love it

  • @derekchung1988
    @derekchung1988 2 роки тому +125

    I originally got this because of the metal case mod fever and I wore it with the aftermarket case for some time. Last week I looked at my modded "casioak" on my whist and something just didn't feel right. It had nothing to do with the aesthetics, but something else I couldn't explain, so I decided to change it back to the rubber case and strap. It was until this video that I could finally understand what that was all about, it was a sense of guilt: why did I replace the cheap rubber case and strap to make it look like something that it is not?

    • @maxie4937
      @maxie4937 2 роки тому +13

      this comment makes me doubt my urge to buy modded casioak, argh!

    • @espivlogz6307
      @espivlogz6307 2 роки тому

      where can i get one of the modded ones??? please let me know I've been seeing them and really want one

    • @DanRC69
      @DanRC69 2 роки тому +1

      Couldn't agree more, i did the same with mine (the army green version) and though it looks nice in an all stainless finish, it has lost that 'uniqueness' you get with a g-shock and now seems to have lost its identity.
      I'm going to go back to the original resin band and bezel as its lighter, more comfortable AND a lot more practical.

    • @TheBowerbird
      @TheBowerbird 2 роки тому +1

      There's a metal version of this watch that Casio makes and it looks amazing!

    • @johnsurfer8212
      @johnsurfer8212 2 роки тому +2

      this exact same thing happened to me! i'm not a watch guy but still got my first casioak with the metal mod because of the aesthetics. the metal always gets in the way when im typing on my laptop or wearing a shirt so i stopped wearing it. Last week i decided to switch back to the rubber band and it feels right! But now im getting a second casioak and gonna try the metal bezel but with rubber band

  • @MyCUTboyz
    @MyCUTboyz 2 роки тому +7

    I remember our chat on LinkedIn and asking you to do a Gshock. You did say you were interested in this. Here we are after many months. Good show.

  • @JCDofNYC
    @JCDofNYC 2 роки тому +11

    With your closing admonishment to enjoy time while we can, I caught a whiff of sentimentality I never expected to find here. I'm not certain, of course, but I am more and more convinced the Talking Hands genuinely cares about his audience, and not just as potential Watchfiner customers. It gives a very different perspective to his oft repeated appreciation for our subscriptions to this channel. It very well could be he actually reads our comments, and sees in them the genuine affe

  • @Adestimare
    @Adestimare Рік тому +2

    I'm not a big hobbiest watch guy, but I've been wearing a Casio F-91W for about 10 years and switched to the GA-2100 about a year ago. I wear my watch all the time, for everything, I only take it of like once month to clean it/remove shower/soap residue. I love this watch so much and use literally all the features. Date and Timezones for work, alarm for waking up, stopwatch for sport, timer for cooking, this is as close to the perfect watch as it can be, at least for me.

  • @racamon
    @racamon 2 роки тому +4

    Got one almost 2 years ago. I was in first wagon of the hype train back in 2019. Still got it. Love it.

  • @marinotoko
    @marinotoko 2 роки тому +3

    I wear casio since I was a kid. This GA2100 is the most rightful choice for me among the rest of G-shocks that I bought before this. It is constantly on my wrist while I also have mechanical & solar powered diver watches. Mine is black version with all white indexes.

  • @davidwarburton8890
    @davidwarburton8890 2 роки тому +5

    Last year I bought 2 swiss automatics; yet this Casioak (mine in blue & earth grey) finds more wrist time than either of the automatics. Not only that, nobody has made a single comment or noticed the Swiss watches. The casio is noticed all of the time. I didn't purchase any of these to have them be noticed by anyone but it is funny that a $100 watch stole the day, or should I say the year.

  • @seekelnasr
    @seekelnasr 2 роки тому +1

    Just bought the GA2100-VB-1A, my first GShock ever, never thought i would buy one. But as soon as I put it on, I was in love. And the color combination is perfect and cool. Your best video ever. And the advice in the end ❤

  • @cedharb1899
    @cedharb1899 2 роки тому +1

    I've been watching this channel for a while now and never thought I'd see one of my watches featured. The video popped up and I watched it with the exact same ga2100 all black on my wrist !
    Love it

  • @rokus6421
    @rokus6421 2 роки тому +13

    How do you do it every time? In every video?...just the wonderful storytelling and the perfect words that you use to describe one of the things that we all love the most. Whether it be a $100 Casio or a $100,000 Patek Phillipe. Raises the old goosebumps and brings a tear or two to the eye...thank you so much!!

  • @ericcoskun1
    @ericcoskun1 2 роки тому +3

    $100 for the GA2100, $50 for the Royal Oak Offshore mod, total $150 and it is now one of the coolest watches in a collection that contains, Submariner, Seamaster, Mille Miglia(Chopard), Corum Regatta, and many others.

  • @nikk351
    @nikk351 2 роки тому +2

    I saw it last year on some site and instantly fell in love with it. I own 3 of them,
    a yellow one
    a full gray one (my favourite)
    and a Black one with grey indices
    I daily the grey one most of the time, it just fits with everything.

  • @morten170
    @morten170 2 роки тому +1

    This is funny. Just bought This watch for my self in Christmas gift. 3 hours later you post this video.
    I really like it, it fits well, looks and feels slim, the rubberband is great.
    Merry Christmas Mister Talking Hands and all other watch geeks.

  • @wesk7346
    @wesk7346 2 роки тому +55

    I bought one of those CasiOak metal casing and band kit online and installed it - looks pretty good.

    • @MarcosVenti
      @MarcosVenti 2 роки тому

      Would you share the link please? Any issues with water, yet?

    • @jollyjoker6340
      @jollyjoker6340 2 роки тому +2

      Are those the ones that look like the AP Royal Oak's case? Do you need any special tools or knowledge to do the swap at home?

    • @rale94
      @rale94 2 роки тому +3

      @@jollyjoker6340 just check out GM 2100, Casio was quite aware of the hype :)

    • @ozyg2000
      @ozyg2000 2 роки тому +2

      @@jollyjoker6340 I have one of those. The only tool you need is a screwdriver and there was one included but it looked so flimsy I used my own. Like PH0-PH00 size. Anyway it's an "undo and redo 4 tiny screws" kind of affair.

  • @davidmangrum9556
    @davidmangrum9556 2 роки тому +6

    I got a red one and put a black steel "Casioak" case/band on it, but eventually returned it to it's original all red form. It's goofy, but fun.

    • @JLchevz
      @JLchevz 2 роки тому +1

      it's great

  • @ACBaker67
    @ACBaker67 2 роки тому +1

    If there was ever a sermon for a watch, this review, along with the “altar call” at the end, nailed it. Thanks.

  • @j.christianhedegaard-friis7024
    @j.christianhedegaard-friis7024 2 роки тому

    Love your channel. Brilliant presentation as always. It's been decades since I had a Casio so I just ordered this watch as a birthday gift for myself 😀

  • @andrewdh5566
    @andrewdh5566 2 роки тому +44

    Wearing a watch nowadays isn't about telling the time, it's about reminding us to enjoy the time we have, cuz life is short. Am I right folks?

    • @sillyhuman...
      @sillyhuman... 2 роки тому

      Life's short but it's the longest thing you experience.

    • @Daniel-dj7fh
      @Daniel-dj7fh 2 роки тому

      i wear my fitnesstracker to tell myself that I am not a fat ass (bad weather weekends excluded)

    • @Daniel-dj7fh
      @Daniel-dj7fh 2 роки тому

      @@sillyhuman... It's only short for those who don't live the moment. If you only look forward to an upcoming event you'd never have had enjoyed the time up to that point, thus making life seem short.

  • @TalenGryphon
    @TalenGryphon 2 роки тому +6

    The only potential complaint I can see with the "CasiOak" is the light function only illuminates the tiny digital screen.
    This is dissapointing when Casio's $30 Forester has an LED that illuminates the entire watch face.
    Otherwise it looks pretty neat and I do want one of the red ones

    • @jvsky1140
      @jvsky1140 Рік тому +1

      Threy fixed this issue with the GA-B2100 model

  • @MB-uw6eh
    @MB-uw6eh 2 роки тому +2

    After this review I purchased this watch on eBay. I had been eyeing it off for the past few weeks because the design is catching, particularly because it is all in stealth fighter black and I love the irregular rectangle digital display, and the case is the thinnest among the g-shock range at 11.4mm and it is partly made of carbon fibre. $178AU with a $10 discount.

  • @zgSH4DOW
    @zgSH4DOW 2 роки тому +1

    I was a little skeptical, but I bought this trendy watch and became a believer
    It doesn't feel too robust or rugged, but it looks and feels great. Supremely comfortable and appropriate in any occasion. Not a fan of blackout watches, but the GA2100 does it tastefully

  • @barfymann362
    @barfymann362 2 роки тому +3

    There is a Tiffany & Co Limited Edition coming soon, get your resin moulds ready!

  • @silv3rArrow
    @silv3rArrow 2 роки тому +3

    Finally, Casio on this channel ♥️

  • @adibee88
    @adibee88 2 роки тому +2

    I'm so happy I subscribe to your channel, you truly create some of the best wrist watch related content!
    Thank you for covering this watch. no doubt, it is a lineup for next purchase! Timex, Casio and Seiko are loved childhood brands.
    I am currently basking in '80s glory! I recently found my boyhood dream watch, Casio Data Bank! for less than half a tank of gas, I get to relive my boyhood memories, on wrist. Your Channel, like Life, is Great!

  • @mattsstuff5626
    @mattsstuff5626 2 роки тому

    As a fan of AP with no way of buying one, I really enjoyed this video. But I especially enjoyed the message at the end. Profound, thoughtful and simple. Beautiful. Thank you.

  • @nathanielross8232
    @nathanielross8232 2 роки тому +4

    Casio got me started on watch collecting over 40 years ago. I still like them. I still can’t figure out how to use all the functions.

    • @VersedNJ
      @VersedNJ 2 роки тому

      It's like an entry level drug, start on a G-Shock and than you're wearing a Patek. And you're still wearing the Casio too.

    • @nathanielross8232
      @nathanielross8232 2 роки тому

      Casio to Seiko to Breitling. Some JLC, Hamilton and a few others in between. Have a solar powered atomic Casio that’s super cool.

    • @Dankboi420
      @Dankboi420 2 роки тому

      Reading the manual over and over and trying out every function was the best childhood memory😁😁

  • @vajdanamal
    @vajdanamal 2 роки тому +5

    This watch is actually a gem in our time. thank you for featuring it dude!

  • @TheForresterOD
    @TheForresterOD 2 роки тому

    I could smell this video. Takes me back to prep school and my first G-Shock.
    Thanks for the trip down memory lane

  • @moicai4682
    @moicai4682 2 роки тому +1

    Got the first watch being a casio in grade 5, now after 8 years, no battery replacement and it's still the most reliable thing to me

  • @Abcxyz-oi4wr
    @Abcxyz-oi4wr 2 роки тому +8

    I bought my CasiOak Skeleton a couple months ago, has barely left my wrist since!

  • @davek8386
    @davek8386 2 роки тому +7

    This is why I will always love Japanese giants like Casio and Seiko. The quality and price point delivered to a normal human being has always been excellent, while also representing a huge middle finger to luxury market. And I'm all for it 👏

    • @VersedNJ
      @VersedNJ 2 роки тому

      But a cheap Casio Duro Quartz, the second hand hits the markers and the bezel lines up, all for like $45 with sales tax and delivery. Seen high end quartz watches that don't hit the markers or some not cheap Seiko automatics that bezels don't align, and more than sub $500 ones.

    • @davek8386
      @davek8386 2 роки тому +1

      @@VersedNJ a colleague who got a Tudor BB58 got an example with a bezel that doesn't line up so those problem exists everywhere.

  • @deech2086
    @deech2086 2 роки тому

    Very cool watch. I have the same, but with white markers for legibility. Then bought the grey, gave that to a buddy that loved it. Then bought the new snow scape (CASIO G-SHOCK GAE-2100GC-7AJR) to replace it. Love that one.

  • @imagebboy
    @imagebboy 2 роки тому +373

    My friend bought a $10 Casio at Walmart. He came to my house to hang out and he knows I am a big watch guy.
    He was ashamed of his Casio and didn't want me to see it, remarking that it's not as fancy as the watch I had on. I immediately shook my head and said NO. Wear that with pride. I love Casio's. I own Casio's. NOBODY can get quality, precision, style, reliability, bottom tier affordability, and usefulness all in one package as well as Casio can. They EXCEL in all categories and it is to be respected.
    That's why no matter how fancy we get, we still love Casio!

    • @hathaway.1166
      @hathaway.1166 2 роки тому +44

      YOU sir are a man of absolute classss

    • @frankdaneluzzi3503
      @frankdaneluzzi3503 2 роки тому +11

      Well said, I too believe it's a personal choice to equally love five figure watches as well as three figure.

    • @iaido01
      @iaido01 2 роки тому +8

      same here. i hate it when close friend feel uncomforable. just qear your watch. i wear what i like. not to impress others or to flex. i love my hamilton almost the same as my speedy

    • @md-er2wz
      @md-er2wz 2 роки тому +4

      Exactly, it doesn't need to be expensive to be a well made watch with a great design, even this G-Shock is probably a 80% profit margin from what it costs to make

    • @atleti910
      @atleti910 2 роки тому +1

      Ashamed of his Casio? How old are you? 16 years? Only an idiot would hide his watch with a friend, or a kid...

  • @williamtran6295
    @williamtran6295 2 роки тому

    Got this as an early Christmas present from my mum and holy I have never been so happy with a Christmas present ever

  • @mpjdrizzt
    @mpjdrizzt 2 роки тому +4

    G-Shocks are great "beaters"! As a firefighter, it's definitely my choice for on duty wear. However, the GA 2100 is absolutely worthless at night! The "light" is pathetic at best. If you need a "beater", definitely pick a G-Shock. However, DON'T pick the 2100.

    • @APOL1000
      @APOL1000 2 роки тому

      They have another colors with positive display.

  • @manavpandey1175
    @manavpandey1175 2 роки тому +18

    The world is sleeping on Casio Edifice Solar Sapphire. It's too brilliant to not be reviewed by someone. And no one else better in the world than this channel. Please review one! 🙏

  • @lannylee
    @lannylee 2 роки тому

    I have the exact same model and color that I had to pay premium to get it after it was just released. I always thought I should have a G shock in my collection but none of the previous models rings my bell until I saw this one. Well done watchfinder reviewing this $100 watch!

  • @ShellShock11C
    @ShellShock11C 2 роки тому +1

    I was in the US Army for a long time, but now, I'm into survival and outdoors stuff, I've never been a "watch guy". But for some reason I've had a feeling to get a watch recently. A buddy I served with (who was Special Forces and a total bad ass) recommended this watch to me, he's into watches and all that jazz. Told him what I wanted, and this one was the first thing he recommended. Ordered it a couple days ago.

  • @steveh7102
    @steveh7102 2 роки тому +4

    Dearest Mr Talking Hands, it’s very touching you said “without you, I’d be doing something boring”. The hilarious thing is that the rest of the world thinks us watch nerds are already boring. We all know different though don’t we 😉

  • @ragtag27
    @ragtag27 2 роки тому +8

    Finally a watch is covered in this channel that I actually own 😂

  • @halidagil8770
    @halidagil8770 2 роки тому +2

    I purchased the CasiOak light grey version like 3 days ago for 75 dollars! Beautiful and surprisingly lightweight.

  • @Fr0stbite1801
    @Fr0stbite1801 Рік тому

    Man you nailed it with that nostalgia part. I've always had a special place in my heart for watches, ironically this is coming from someone who rarely wears one for a bunch of reasons (can't afford, doesn't match my style, etc) but I've always longed to collect a few budget watches. Why? Because the first watch I ever owned was the g shock frogman my dad gifted to me, the same one he himself used back in his scuba diving days.

  • @dunderhay9169
    @dunderhay9169 2 роки тому +4

    Great to see a review of a Casio, but personally I think Vostoks are cool and most are cheaper than £100. Any chance of a Vostok review? 😁

  • @mightbesherwood1313
    @mightbesherwood1313 2 роки тому +4

    As the owner of a Casio digital and a GSteel, I have to say I was underwhelmed by this in person. Could be the monochrome look, but it looks like a rubber mold of a real watch. Like the scene in Snatch where he spots "REPLICA" on the gun.

    • @ndadson
      @ndadson 2 роки тому +1

      The GSteel models are quality items indeed and I enjoy mine. I’m tempted by the Casioak, but I have a thing for the square GShocks.

  • @desertratedc9596
    @desertratedc9596 Рік тому +1

    The first watch I ever purchased was a casio MRW200H dive style watch and I adored that watch. Later when the battery died I purchased a G-100 G-shock. I still have the G-100 but I just upgraded to the GA-B2100 not even knowing I was picking up a legendary icon.

  • @adiriakya9724
    @adiriakya9724 2 роки тому

    The thumbnail made me order :) Your script is perfect!

  • @alphacause
    @alphacause 2 роки тому +3

    If you want the perfect amalgam of nostalgia, functionality, and rugged durability, look no further than a Casio. Its a watch brand that emphasizes practicality but does not achieve this utility by sacrificing what makes a watch fun. In a hobby where exorbitant prices, status, prestige, and all things pretentious tend to many times overshadow the joy of watch collecting, going back to the reliable Casio reinvigorates the childlike wonder and curiosity that got us into watch collecting in the first place.

  • @hathaway.1166
    @hathaway.1166 2 роки тому +4

    OH MY GODDD I CAN"T BELIEVE THISS!! YOU FINALLY MADE A VIDEO ABOUT THE CASIOAK!! I AM WEARING ONE RIGHT NOW!!!
    Edit: That little story at the end of the video is so...wow...

  • @CarlosMartins-nq5wu
    @CarlosMartins-nq5wu 2 роки тому

    That's a great review.
    Thank you very much for your videos, love them all.
    Keep up the good work and have a great Christmas ⛄🎄...

  • @dtm4trix
    @dtm4trix 2 роки тому

    Hysterical, that I got one last week....was a little shocked to see it in a video a couple of days later...👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

  • @andreizamfira
    @andreizamfira 2 роки тому +3

    At least Casio doesn't sell "tradition" (like the big names do) ... it sells the actual watch.

  • @ohxishxitsxdavid
    @ohxishxitsxdavid 2 роки тому

    I just gave this watch to my dad, sister, and brother-in-law for Christmas. I never thought I’d see it reviewed on this channel.

  • @normanstanleyfletcher6646
    @normanstanleyfletcher6646 2 роки тому

    Well said time is sort ! You’re videos bring me a little bit of joy. Thank you

  • @wesleywalker1594
    @wesleywalker1594 2 роки тому +2

    These G Shock GA 2100s have a wide ranging appeal. They've been favorably reviewed on at least a dozen watch channels including those that normally review high end watches. I have this model the gray and the skeleton version. Oison on the Timeless Watch channel got the stealth model as a gift and he thought it was the coolest g shock he'd seen. I like them they're cool and you can just grab them and go.

  • @bretnickerson8555
    @bretnickerson8555 2 роки тому

    hey, been having some depression today, this video really cheered me up. thanks.

  • @AntiHamster500
    @AntiHamster500 2 роки тому

    Bought my Casio AQ-S800W-1B2V 10 years ago and it's still running strong. I was so careful buying a watch with my limited paycheck back then. Needed something strong, packed with time features, and a low profile so I can reach inside of PCs with ease for my job as an IT technician. Plus it's solar powered.

  • @Sandipan_Naskar
    @Sandipan_Naskar 2 роки тому +1

    Your video is amazing as always but the last part was heart touching 💙🥺

  • @synthsocialist
    @synthsocialist 2 роки тому

    Literally picking up one of these during the week, a modern classic for sure

  • @tejasvaze5659
    @tejasvaze5659 Рік тому

    This was so nostalgic, almost brought tears to my eyes. Watchfinder, next I want to see the G-5600 / GMW B5000 / any of the quintessential squares on this channel. Can't wait for that one!

  • @ramiwazni900
    @ramiwazni900 2 роки тому

    Love it! Just purchased one. Thanks for doing the video about it

  • @ndambi15
    @ndambi15 2 роки тому

    I recently discovered an interest in watches i love your content and how you narrate

  • @andrewphillips306
    @andrewphillips306 2 роки тому

    Great video. Nice to see something affordable reviewed!

  • @stableianF1oracle
    @stableianF1oracle 6 місяців тому +1

    I just bought one in dark green and it’s lovely. Didn’t know about the hype I just thought it was nice that it wasn’t enormous like the other G Shocks. 😊

  • @andreasbuder4417
    @andreasbuder4417 2 роки тому +1

    Damn, this video got me. You know, what I absolutely love about your videos? This beautiful, classy Asahi Pentax MX with the 50mm 1.7 lens. I started my whole photographic journey with 50 bucks spent on a Pentax Me and a K 55 / 1.8 lens. I will forever be greatful for this experience. And I also started my journey with a Casio G-shock for my confirmation, as a present from my uncle. This video really got to me. Thany you!

  • @_Raddou
    @_Raddou 2 роки тому

    I got the VR inspired one a couple of weeks ago, after seeing it in an Instagram ad. I am deeply in love with it!

  • @AdamMurrayLive
    @AdamMurrayLive 2 роки тому

    Wow! That ending hit me right in the feels. 🥺

  • @tarquesh
    @tarquesh 2 роки тому +2

    My watch live started with Casio, so as a child i was feeling like an astronaut with my Casio on my wrist.
    Than my mothers watches where so interesting, some didn’t work.
    I am a snob with my automatics with big brand names on the dial, but i will never dislike Casio.

  • @amrhalawa1316
    @amrhalawa1316 2 роки тому

    I cannot think of someone good in reviewing watches as you.. AMAZING job

  • @payperview714
    @payperview714 2 роки тому

    Brilliant as always!

  • @MrQuocanh80
    @MrQuocanh80 Рік тому

    Was not expecting the coda at the end. Beatifully put.

  • @amiri1986
    @amiri1986 2 роки тому

    a watch that i own is being reviewed in this channel! feels good man

  • @prasaddd
    @prasaddd 2 роки тому

    Wow the outro message was gold

  • @buickboy92
    @buickboy92 2 роки тому

    More videos on Casio and the fantastic technology that makes them what they are please! Also, Citizen would be great as well (own a Promaster Nighhawk). Still love the powered by light tech they use. Marvelous video as I've got a GD350-8 which is my daily wear.

  • @tankman232
    @tankman232 2 роки тому

    man, amazing video. great angles, edits, narration, writing, and content. and what ive heard is turning out to be true: 'one gshock is not enough.'