G Shock GW-5000-1JF

[VinnieVegas]

So for some reason I'm unceasingly attracted to G Shocks. After checking out a lot of them, I think I've settled on the GW-5000-1JF. Maybe it's nostalgia for my digital watch high school days in the eighties.

As far as G Shock goes, what do you think?

[Baary Billor]

I have that same exact model, I ware it more then my Sub-c.

[meganfox17]

I was born in the eighties, would you believe me if I told you my first watch as a 5 yr old kid was an Omega Military RAF 53 CK2777-1, a gift from my Australian godparent (He was an army personnel for the RAAF).That aside, I wore an Ingersoll Mickey Mouse watch till I was 12, then it was G Shocks all the way into adulthood (by then I already had a couple of VSAs/Omegas/Tissots) took my masters programme exams and running marathons wearing G Shocks, so I can definitely relate to that!
What You Really Want is the special edition model from the G Shock 35th Anniversary Collection ->GW 5035A-1 that says it all on the negative LCD screen in red motif " Since 1983 "

[VinnieVegas]

Originally Posted by Baary Billor

I have that same exact model, I ware it more then my Sub-c.

Hey friend,

Nice! I think it's really sharp, too. I don't have a digital watch in my collection and they're not to my taste, really. But I'm attracted to the square G-Shocks lately. I think this one is the nicest. Glad to hear that you enjoy yours! Thanks!

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[mps354]

I have the watch as well. Guilty pleasure

[VinnieVegas]

Originally Posted by meganfox17

I was born in the eighties, would you believe me if I told you my first watch as a 5 yr old kid was an Omega Military RAF 53 CK2777-1, a gift from my Australian godparent (He was an army personnel for the RAAF).That aside, I wore an Ingersoll Mickey Mouse watch till I was 12, then it was G Shocks all the way into adulthood (by then I already had a couple of VSAs/Omegas/Tissots) took my masters programme exams and running marathons wearing G Shocks, so I can definitely relate to that!
What You Really Want is the special edition model from the G Shock 35th Anniversary Collection ->GW 5035A-1 that says it all on the negative LCD screen in red motif " Since 1983 "

Thanks for posting and I totally dig your insights! We're of like mind!

Wow, that 5035 you posted is badass! Is that one yours?

It's funny because when I settled on the 5000, I thought I'd get a companion piece with a negative display someday. I think the 5035 satisfies that "someday" goal! I may have to pick it up quickly, too, before they vanish into private collections and the price goes up. Thanks for the suggestion!

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[VinnieVegas]

Originally Posted by mps354

I have the watch as well. Guilty pleasure

It does have an attraction, huh? Glad to hear that you have one and that you enjoy it! Looking forward to joining the club!

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[Rebel]

I keep a Casio in the watch-box myself. Enjoy!

[Jay (Eire)]

Always space for some G-Shocks. Lots of cool choices out there right now.

[joli160]

Originally Posted by meganfox17

What You Really Want is the special edition model from the G Shock 35th Anniversary Collection ->GW 5035A-1 that says it all on the negative LCD screen in red motif " Since 1983 "

That is a nice one

[One Ping Only]

A great choice! Not gigantic like a lot of the Gs, but still will survive anything that leaves your arm intact.

[Hairdude1]

I like them too

[stockae92]

if you want just one subtle G-Shocks, GW5000 is the one to have. The build quality is solid, the strap is more comfortable than the other $50 Walmart G-Shocks, basically one self contained unit and you don't ever have to set it again (if you give it atomic signal and charging). :)

[VinnieVegas]

My GW-5000-1JF is out of customs! 50-50 chance it gets to my desk tomorrow!

5035A ahoy!

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[VinnieVegas]

Arrived! Not exactly my style but I dig it!

I think I'm getting a few more. Nobody told me this brand was addictive!

[meganfox17]

Originally Posted by VinnieVegas

Very Cool ,Pretty Awesome Sir ! It sure brings back lots of memories of the 80s & 90s doesn't it ? The watch reminds me when kids were physically tougher, no smartphones,no laptops.and we had so much of fun experimenting with stuff, socializing freely with one another !

[VinnieVegas]

Originally Posted by meganfox17

Very Cool ,Pretty Awesome Sir ! It sure brings back lots of memories of the 80s & 90s doesn't it ? The watch reminds me when kids were physically tougher, no smartphones,no laptops.and we had so much of fun experimenting with stuff, socializing freely with one another !

I agree!

[VinnieVegas]

Originally Posted by meganfox17

What You Really Want is the special edition model from the G Shock 35th Anniversary Collection ->GW 5035A-1 that says it all on the negative LCD screen in red motif " Since 1983" ]

It's here! A great companion for the GW-5000! Thanks for the recommendation! I love it!

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