Military Watches

The Rangeman is one of the larger G-Shock models on the market and, if you add the classic case protection, it’s also one of the bulkiest. However, the large face accommodates a series of extremely useful features and has an integrated solar cell that keeps the watch going with regular exposure to everyday light. In fact, there is a battery status indicator right in the middle of the watch’s face (the L-M-H / Low-Medium-High bar).

In addition, once you set the timezone, you don’t have to worry about setting the exact time. The watch communicates with the closest Worldwide Atomic Time transmitters in order to keep extremely accurate time. The GW-9400  is designed to communicate with six such transmitters all over the world.

The watch features 11 modes, among which you have the regular timekeeping mode (with 12h and 24h formats), world time mode (timekeeping in a different time zone), stopwatch (it can go on for 1,000 hours), 24h countdown timer, alarm (5 of them), and more.

Lastly, the watch comes with triple sensor technology with a built-in compass, thermometer, and barometer. It can also save some of the information so you can check it at a later date and it can be influenced by outside elements. The controls are easy to understand (each button on the side of the case has multiple functions), but it’s best to play with them until you learn how to make all the settings.

Large and in charge, this G-Shock watch is perfect for anyone who wants a reliable timekeeper with lots of extra functions and features. Powered by a three-hands Quartz movement, the timepiece is resistant to less-than-ideal conditions (mud and water-resistant) and has a large face that’s easy to read.

The dial looks like a regular analog mechanism, but underneath the three hands and large Arabic numerals that mark the 12, 3, 6, and 9 o’clock, you can observe several layers of systems. As such, on the top half of the screen, you can read the date in digital format. On the left quarter is the day of the week (also digital format), while the right quarter features a complication with six different functions.

Overall, the watch features a stopwatch, a thermometer, a countdown timer, a digital compass, full auto-calendar, 5 alarms, 12 & 24h formats, and more. Each feature can be accessed using the lateral buttons.

Also, there is an LED backlight for improved visibility during low-light conditions.

If the full-black rugged design doesn’t impress you, then the features on the G-Shock WR certainly will!

Behind the classic G-Shock resin case and band, this timepiece features a two-hands quartz movement. Underneath it, the face of the watch is divided in several segments, each delivering information in digital format. As such, users have access to time in 31 different time zones, 5 alarms (1 snooze alarm), 60 minutes countdown timer, and more.

The watch is also equipped with Super Illuminator LED light with afterglow (you can select the duration) for improved visibility in low-light conditions. In addition, the build quality is solid and the watch is lightweight and comfortable to wear for a long period of time.

Just like other G-Shock models, you will find buttons on each side of the case. These can be used separately or together to access the multitude of features, but it may take a while if this is your first time with this type of watch.

The classic version from G-Shock features the same ruggedness and durability that most users are familiar with, but it is a bit thin on features. It has the same analog and digital combination but it won’t let you tell the time in several time zones (only one) and doesn’t have some of the fancier features people seem to enjoy.

Still, if you’re not looking for anything too fancy and you want durability and reliability, this is the watch to consider. At first glance, you can see the analog two-hands quartz movement (the hour hand is lined with red while the minute hand is a light grey), the negative dial, and the hour markers. The watch features three Arabic numerals (for the 12, 3, and 9 o’clock positions) and markers for the rest.

Underneath the analog hands, on the bottom half of the face, there is a small screen that displays information in digital format. Here, you can see the date and day of the week and play with some of the other features (stopwatch, alarms, dual time zone, and others).

To change the modes and set the time, date and other settings you’ll have to use the lateral buttons, which are a bit stiff. Also, if the light is low, there is a light on the watch, but it will only stay on for a few seconds (there is no auto EL like with more advanced G-Shock versions).

This G-Shock watch features a fully digital dial (no analog hands to tell the time) in an all-black design (negative display, black case, and black band). As such, this is not a flashy watch, but it is solid and durable while the mechanism is built on a Japanese quartz movement which is reliable and fairly accurate.

The mineral crystal lens has an anti-reflective coating so the face doesn’t reflect the light too much. This feature may come in handy when you’re outside, in full sunlight, but it also reduces visibility in normal lighting conditions. To fix this, the watch has a button that activates the illumination screen function, which is quite nice. The default duration of the illumination is 1.5s but you can change it to 3s if you want to.

It is a known fact that G-Shock designs come with a series of advanced features, and the GD120MB doesn’t disappoint. The watch supports automatic calendar, world time, countdown timer, stopwatch with split function, 5 alarms, notifications (that can be turned off/muted), and more. In addition, the battery life expectancy is quite impressive (around 7 years).

Equipped with Tough Solar and Multi-band 6 Atomic Timekeeping technology, this classic G-Shock slim design with an octagonal case is quite impressive.

Users never have to worry about changing the battery due to a small built-in solar panel that recharges the battery (which can run around 10 months on a full charge). Also, the watch communicates with 6 Worldwide Atomic Time transmitters to display extremely accurate timekeeping, according to your current timezone.

The watch can display the time in 29 time zones and 48 cities from all over the world, supports 5 alarms, a stopwatch, countdown timer, auto-calendar, and has a power-saving function. There’s also EL backlighting and a battery indicator that lets you know if the battery is running low.

Due to the resin band and case, this G-Shock watch is just as durable as bulkier models. In addition, the side buttons are easier to operate due to the shape of the case.