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Welcome back, and Happy New Year to all of our readers! Today, I'll be showcasing two new watches, built specifically for the Chinese New Year. These are the red and gold GM5600CX-4D and GM6900CX-4D. Both of these watches are bound to bring lots of eyes to your wrists. Ready? Here We Go!

The GM5600CX-4 is up first. It's got a red band with a gold bezel and buttons. The area before the display is a darker shade of purplish red, while the display itself is bright red with white numbers. It's kind of a strange version of a negative display, but it works! If you turn the watch around, the back of it has an Ox symbol, which commemorates the Chinese New Year of the Ox.

Then we have the GM6900CX-4. As you can see, the gold is quite a bit thicker here, and also encompasses the G button underneath the display (which is used to turn on/off the automatic backlight feature). The buttons here are thicker, and the display actually has 3 dials right above the digital time. Now, the background of these surroundings looks more pink than red, so it's also possible for girls to wear the watch as well.

Now that I've talked about the looks, let's see some of the features! First the GM5600CX. As you can see from the first picture, this one looks less busy when it comes to the display. Due to this, you can see the numbers more clearly as they're much larger than on other displays.

If you find yourself outside at night, and you can't see the time, simply press the light button, and the backlight will light up the entire screen.

Do you enjoy swimming? Leave the watch on, as it's able to withstand 200m of water pressure! Though just be careful not to press the buttons while submerged.

While the GM6900CX has most of the same features, you'll notice it has 3 starry dials right above the display. Those dials fill up when you're using specific watch functions, and can serve as a reminder that you may not have turned off a feature (helpful if you want to save battery power).

There you have it, the GM5600 and GM6900CX-4 Series are coming soon to Buy Watches Online! And remember, if you use the code BWOXTENDXX you'll get $20 off and 3 years Extended Warranty!

Until Next Time - Jimmy B!

Collectors, have we got a treat for you? Coming VERY soon to BuyWatchesOnline.com.au is a revived version of Casio's first ever G-Shock! If you're new to this series, let me tell you a little bit about what's on offer! Ready? Here We Go!

So, as you can see here, this watch LOOKS pretty bare compared to most analogue/digital combos. For all those eagle eyed collectors, you'll also see this looks identical to the original watch, which is exactly what Casio was going for. The hands and hour markers are easy to read, and the digital display is dark, on a light background (something that makes the time easy to see on both bright and dark days.

One addition to the watch from the old days, is the hands and hour markers are treated with a Neobrite solution, which means they'll light up whenever it's dark (provided some light has hit the watch in the first place).

If you want to go swimming, but don't want to take the watch off, that's completely fine, as it's 200m water resistant. Just make sure that you don't touch any buttons until after the watch has completely dried off (and obviously not while swimming).

The last upgrade the watch has is its battery life. Instead of 2 years, this watch will last you 7 years before you need to change your batteries. Great Value for Money!

There you have it, the AW500E-1E is coming soon to BuyWatchesOnline!

Until Next Time - Jimmy B

Welcome to a brand new year. We've got plenty of surprises in store for you for 2021, but first I wanted to cover a very important topic, that gets asked about a lot - WHAT does Casio Warranty cover?

So, you got your watch, it starts off working well, but you notice that the band is becoming dirty looking, or scratched. That's not covered unfortunately, because that's considered wear and tear. Same with if the band falls off (it shouldn't but after years of use it does happen), you would need to buy a new band.

What about if you buy a watch, that's promised to last 2 years, but only lasts one? or 6 months? Then the good news there is, you're definitely covered by Casio (and us). But, here's the most important thing that you can't do: You CANNOT go to a jeweller, and ask them to replace the battery. The second ANY jeweller that isn't SPECIFICALLY authorised by Shriro (Casio's arm in Australia) opens up the back of the watch, you can kiss the warranty goodbye. It doesn't matter if the battery replacement does nothing, Casio is so strict, they won't repair anything that's been touched by a jeweller, who wasn't specifically approved by Shriro Australia.

Another thing to keep in mind, is swimming. Casio watches are at least 100m water resistant (with most G-Shocks being 200m). That is very helpful when swimming, but you have to look at the fine print in the manual. When swimming, you cannot press buttons, either while submerged or while the watch is still wet. That really damages the seal, and Casio can tell if that's been done, which also voids your warranty.

Now, I know you're asking yourself, where would I go, to get my watch repaired? Unfortunately there's not a lot of Authorised centres, but here is the list, hopefully it'll help. Remember, if it's not listed, it's NOT Authorised so take it to your jeweller at your own risk:

1. Adelaide Time -
   LVL 1, 5 LEIGH ST ADELAIDE 5000
   (08) 8410 1107

   gaskin@adam.com.au
2. AJ WATCH REPAIRS
   SHOP 33 BAILEYS CORNER 143 LONDON CCT CANBERRA 2601

   (02) 6262 5900

   ajwatchrepairs@hotmail.com
3. HALLS JEWELLERS
   116 BOUNDARY ST WEST END QLD 4101

   (07) 38443877

   ianhallwatchmaker@yahoo.com
4. SWISS CERTIFIED WATCH REPAIRS
   UNIT 9 / 795 BEAUFORT STREET MOUNT LAWLEY WA 6050

   (08) 6142 9677

   hugh@swisscertified.com.au
5. THE LITTLE WATCH SHOP
   5 / 65 MURRAY ST HOBART 7000

   (03) 62313012

   littlewatch@internode.on.net
6. TIK TOK WATCH CENTRE
   LEVEL 5, SUITE 501, 227 COLLINS ST MELBOURNE VIC 3000

   (03) 9802 8552

   info@tiktok.net.au
7. SHRIRO AUSTRALIA
   2-32 DAVIDSON STREET CHULLORA NSW 2190

   1300 768 112

   casioservice@shriro.com.au

If you live/can get to any of those 7 places, you're golden, but otherwise you just need to send the watch back to us.

Finally, I'll just discuss the difference between our warranty, and what most shops offer. With most shops, it's a 1 year warranty, where the watch is simply repaired. With us, you've got 2 years REPLACEMENT warranty, which means if the watch stuffs up at any time within the 2 years, you send it to us, we send it in to Casio and 90% of the time they supply us with a brand new watch. The only time they'd even attempt to repair the watch is if it's an easily fixable solution that would take 1-2 days at most.

There you have it readers, a comprehensive guide to Casio's Warranty Policy

Until Next Time - Jimmy B

Well, 2020 is almost over, so I figured we'd end this weird year on a slightly different note. That's why, I'll be talking about the best Summer Watch to get. Now, depending on what you like to do in the summer, that can be a huge range of watches, so if you're ready... Let's Get To It!

For the looks: Casio Baby-G BG-169M-1DR - If you want a summer watch that looks good, there's actually a few things that you need to think about; will it stay looking good? How heavy does it need to be? In this case, not heavy at all (only 46g) and it's hard to get a black band dirty, so ladies, if it's just for appearances, I'd recommend the simple BG-169M-1. The screen protectors also help make sure display doesn't get damaged.

For Fitness (for kids): Casio Baby-G BSAB100-7A - Now, you'll notice I said for kids, and that's because there's another one coming for the adults as well, but let's start here first. The BSAB100-7A is a Bluetooth compatible watch, which will let you connect to the phone to set the exact time. On top of that, it's a fitness watch, with a pedometer, letting you keep an eye on how many steps you've done.

For Fitness (for adults): Casio G-Shock GBD800UC-8 - For the adults version, I decided to go with the Digital version, the GBD800UC. That's only because it's a lot easier to read, and the screen is much larger, so you can easily keep an eye on your stopwatch or your steps, without needing to slow down.

For Surfing (for kids): Casio Baby-G BLX570-7 - Again a Baby-G that boys and girls can wear, this is a great surfing watch. By putting in the low tide and high tide time, this watch can predict the tides for up to 12 hours, making it a very useful practice watch. Plus, it's digital, so if you have a hard time seeing the time, all you need to do is press the light button, and the entire screen gets lit up.

For Surfing (for adults): Casio Gulfman G-Shock G9100-1 - For our last watch, I went with the G-9100-1 for two reasons. First, because it's got a black band it's harder to scratch, so it'll stay looking newer for longer. Secondly, out of all of our digital watches, this has been the best seller to date. You can change the moon phase, set high tide and low tide, and thanks to the 200m water resistance, you can even swim with the watch on.

There you have it, our top Summer Watches. Until Next Time, Happy New Year - Jimmy B

It's almost that time of the year again, where people are struggling to figure out what to buy for Christmas (whether for themselves, or their loved ones). This year, more than any other, stress is the last thing that should be on our minds. Just like Santa, I have two lists, and this first one is for the top 10 G-Shocks to give this Christmas. Ready? ho! Ho! HO!

10) GA-2000-5A - This large watch comes with a Carbon Core Guard, that protects the face. The analogue hands and hour markers are extra thick, making them easy to read, and there's even a hand shift feature, if the hands are getting in the way of the digital display. Don't like the colour of the band? Simply unclip it, and put on a different one! This is Casio's first model with easily replaceable bands (no more need to fiddle with pliers and screwdrivers!

9) GWB5600BC-1B - Looking a lot like the classic G-5600E-1, this model is a much needed upgrade. Keeping the all digital display, which allows you to easily see the numbers day or night, the watch also connects to your phone via Bluetooth, so you can set the time, find your phone, and set any reminders. The band itself is a combination of steel and resin, making it much sturdier, and harder to damage.

8) GGB100-1A9 - a new version of the Casio Mudmaster series, this is a touch more expensive than the Economical GG-1000 series, but more affordable than the GWG1000. The first Mudmaster to include Bluetooth, the watch also comes with an altimiter. Best of all, when it's connected to your phone, you'll be able to keep track of where you are thanks to the GPS.

7) DW9052GBX-1A9 - a visual upgrade for the DW9052 series, this is an affordable digital watch, that's very easy to read. Unlike many other G-Shocks on this list, this one is actually small enough for kids to wear, so it'll be a great Christmas present!

6) G2900F-1V - This is another for kids and adults alike. With a circular screen, the time is even easier to see, and the screen isn't cluttered like the more advanced G-Shocks. It's got 200m water resistance, so you can go swimming with it, and even the rare eData Memory, letting you record internet access codes, or pin numbers, etc.

5) GA700CM-8A - Part of G-Shocks exercise watches, the GA700CM-8A is a camouflage watch that's easy to read, and perfect for all those fitness fanatics. It has a rare type of stopwatch that lets you input a target time, so when you're doing laps, you can try to beat your fastest time.

4) GW-9400-1 - The Rangeman is consistently one of the top watches bought, and it's easy to see why - It's solar powered, fully digital, has a compass, altimeter, barometer and thermometer. A perfect gift for hikers. IT's also 200m water resistant, so you can go swimming with it. Lastly, if you're in China, Japan, Germany, UK or the USA, the watch will automatically adjust the time.

3) GMWB5000D-1 - This 35th year Full Metal Bluetooth Limited Edition watch has absolutely shocked us with how popular it is. It's fully digital, solar powered, and Bluetooth enabled. That last part is really important because unlike the Rangeman (which can only automatically set the time in certain cities), you'll be able to automatically set your time just by connecting to your phone! And the solar power means you don't have to worry about changing the battery!

2) GWG1000-1A3 - The Mudmaster is one of the original Master of G watches. To be recognised as a Master of G, the watch needs to be the best in its class, and the GWG1000 series is definitely that! Even before taking into account that it's solar powered, durable, easy to read thanks to the analogue hands and markers being extra-large... It should actually be called Weathermaster, because it's resistant to all sorts of bad weather. Even if you're in bootcamp, crawling in the mud, the watch will not be affected.

1) GA100-1A4 - The GA-100 series revolutionised the Analogue/Digital watch models, and while the 1A2 sometimes sells a bit more, my personal pick would be the 1A4. It's easy to read with a black on white display, and it includes the 1/1000-sec stopwatch, which can even accurately measure your speed! Plus it's resistant to magnetic waves, so you can take it anywhere!

That's almost all from me, but before I go, I thought I'd give you a gift for reading through all this. When you choose the watch (or watches) you're after, at the final checkout screen type the code BWOXTENDXX. This will give you $20 off each item in your cart (not just $20 off the total), and 3 years Extended Warranty!

Until Next Time - Ho Ho HO!

Ladies, (as well as some gentlemen), if you're into surfing, this article is sure to whet your appetite! The All New, Limited Edition BAX100 BABY-G Surfer Watch is coming, very soon, to BuyWatchesOnline.com.au! What's it all about? Let's take a look!

First up is the BAX100-1A. Analogue and digital, the hands and hour markers practically glow, making it easy to see during the day and at night. Since it's pretty much all black, with only a hint of pink/purple (The WR100BAR writing), boys can wear it too. The digital display, unlike most ana/digi combo models is standard, so you don't have to squint to make out the writing.

If you're a boy and uncomfortable with any pink, then the BAX100-3A is for you. A pastel green watch will look as manly on your wrist as any other! The buttons on the side are metallic, easy to find and use.

Finally, the BAX100-7A. Pretty much identical to the others, except it's white, though the pink writing might make the boys rethink their choice. Being fair in my reviews, I have to mention that white resin bands do get dirty pretty quickly, but they are very easy to clean.

So, now that we've got the looks cleared up, let's see some of the features.

First up, you'll notice that the watch has a new type of glass. It's called inorganic glass and is basically the next step up from Sapphire Glass. It's almost indestructible, and scratch proof, making sure your watch stays looking as good as the day you bought it!

As a surfing watch, this model comes with a tide graph. What that means is, you put in the time of low tide and high tide, and you can use the tide graph to find the approximate level of the tide at any time you want (perfect for preparing for surfing competitions)! If you're having difficulty working the graph, check out this handy guide.

Finally, we have a moon phase indicator, which is great not just for surfers, but for astronomers as well. This handy little screen (located between the 7 and 8 hour markers) shows a picture of what the moon will look like that night, so if you like star/moon gazing, it's a great tool to have.

The BAX100 series will only be available for a limited time, so get yours while stock is available! Until Next Time - Jimmy B

Welcome back to our blog. Sometimes, you want a watch you can wear at a work function, or you want one that looks more expensive, in order to impress a friend. Well, pretty soon you'll get that, thanks to the AWM500D and AWM500DG Series. Wanna know what's in store for you with these watches? Let's Get To It!

First up is the AWM500D-1A. As you can see it's a no frills watch. Stainless steel band and bezel, with dark buttons on the sides for the different modes and functions. It's analogue and digital, with the hands and hour markers being a metallic grey, and the digital display in a stripe at the bottom (between the 5 and 7 hour markers).

Next is the AWM500D-1A8. The shine is a bit darker on the band of this watch, but the analogue background is much lighter. Apart from that, the two watches are identical, it's just up to you if you prefer a lighter background, or a darker one.

Finally, we have the AWM500GD-9A. This one is Gold Ion Plated, making it look very impressive. The hands and hour are also gold with a bit of red. For any history buffs or collectors out there, you might recognise the style of these watches, as they resemble the first ever Casio G-Shock watch! Despite its impressive array of features, the best thing (to me) is that the display is nowhere near as cluttered as some of the more modern watches.

Well, now that we've had a look at them, what can you do with these watches (aside from obviously telling the time)? First up, it's solar powered. This means you don't have to worry about changing the battery, just make sure the light hits the watch, and you'll be fine.

The hands and hour markers have been treated with a Neobrite substance. This means that at night, with a little exposure to the light, the hands and hour markers will glow in the dark, making it easier to see the time. It also has a dual LED, so both the analogue and digital part will start glowing.

With the hands being so thick, some people might worry that it'll make the digital time hard to see at certain points during the day. Well, thanks to the hand shift feature, that's not the case. One combination of button presses will put the hands in the 12 o'clock position, so you can see the digital time. When you turn off the hand shift feature, they'll move straight to where they were supposed to be.

Australia prides itself on its multiculturalism, and Casio has taken that into account. That's why they made an option to change the language on the day of the week. You can read it in Russian, English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

There you have it. The AWM500 series is coming soon, to BuyWatchesOnline!

Until Next Time

Jimmy B

Welcome back to the Coming Soon Page - Today, I'll be previewing a brand new watch, that takes its cues almost entirely from the GA-110 Series, and then makes it even tougher! Ready? Here We Go!

This watch has an all black resin band and case. The bezel is the first place where the GM110B differs from the GA-110; It's stainless steel, making it a lot harder to damage. As you've no doubt noticed, the GM110B-1A has very glossy buttons and bezel. Inside the display... well it's kind of like if you've gone to a disco and seen the ever changing strobing lights. The dials are all a mixture of blue, green and purple, so they're certain to get people's attention!

Now let's talk features! If you've ever had a GA-100 or a GA-110, you'll know how good the stopwatch is. It's 1/1000-sec (which is so accurate even judges at the Olympics and Tour de France use a 1/1000-sec stopwatch to get the athlete's most accurate time). Well, have no fear - just because the watch is a GM instead of GA, Casio kept in the powerful stopwatch.

Another feature making the cut is the speed indicator. Simply program the stopwatch with the distance you're running, and when you're done, it will give you an approximate idea of how fast you actually got there.

All G-Shocks are 100m shock resistant, they're also a minimum of 100m water resistant... however, some Casios go above and beyond that protection level. The GM110B-1A is one of those few, and it includes magnetic resistance. Basically, this means even if you work in a place where there's lots of electromagnetic interference, your watch will still work normally.

The GM110B is coming very soon, to BuyWatchesOnline

Until Next Time - Jimmy B

If you're a fan of the Gravitymaster series, but thought it was always missing something... I'm honestly wondering if you'll have any nits to pick with this latest series! Apart from not being Solar, the GR-B200s have everything you can think of! Don't believe me? Let's have a look and decide for yourselves!

First up, we've got the black GRB200-1A. Black band, metallic bezel, and the inside of the display is a mixture of black (digital display) and white hands and hour markers, so big that anybody will be able to read them. The buttons on the side are metallic, and a mixture of silver, black and red. Fun fact for those of you who aren't pilots, the 3 buttons on the right are arranged in the same pattern as a helicopter control stick.

Next up is the GRB200-1A2. It's still mostly black, but the band is blue, as well as the seconds hand.

Finally, there's the GRB200-1A9, which looks like the GA-1000-4A on steroids. The hour markers and seconds hand, as well as the band, all the way to the writing on some of the buttons are bright orange.

So, now that we've seen the watches, let's find out what they can do! The first thing you'll realise, is apart from your usual 100m shock and 200m water resistance, this watch is also protected against vibrations. Considering the Gravitymaster is a pilot's watch, that's definitely a great idea to have! The glass itself is a mixture of mineral and spherical glass, to make it hard to damage.

So, those who know me by now, realise as a reviewer, I usually hate negative displays (white on a black background). This time, I have no complaints, thanks to the handy Double LED light, which can light up both your analogue AND digital displays, making them much easier to read.

Setting your watch can be rather tough, especially if it has a lot of features. Casio took that into account as well, so the watch comes with a Bluetooth connectivity feature. As soon as you press connect, and connect your mobile/tablet to the watch, you can set the time on the phone, and the watch will mirror that down to the second.

Being a pilot sometimes means you have to be pretty fit, so Casio introduced a step tracker in these latest sets of Gravitymasters. You can even set an alarm so you'll know if you're running behind on your steps.

The last feature I want to talk to you about is the sensor. It's got a compass, barometer, altimeter and thermometer, ensuring you can be prepared, for any situation!

The GRB200 Series is Coming Soon to BuyWatchesOnline!

Until Next Time - Jimmy B

We're almost at the end of the year! Let's see just what's been selling scarily well this Halloween Season? Ready? Here We Go!

10) BG-169M-1 - This black and pink watch is great for those who have trouble reading analogue screens. This fully digital watch has large writing and lights up fully at night!

9) BSAB-100MF-1A - Perfect for the athletic woman on the go, this watch also doubles as a pedometer, letting you see how far you've walked every day. You can even set a step count goal, and the watch alarm will ring if you're falling behind.

8) BGA-150EF-4B - This offshoot of the BGA-151-7B has gained fame of its own, with the pink band, bezel and analogue display really catching your attention, while still keeping the elegant, classic look of the aforementioned BGA151-7B.

7) BGA-190BC-4B - Another in the pink range, this is a travel watch, which can show you the time where you are, and in another time zone simultaneously. In keeping with the travel theme, the back of the watch has a map pattern.

6) BGA-150PG-2B2 - Another of the BGA150 Range, the BGA-150PG-2B2 is a mixture of blue and rose gold, with extra large analogue numbers making it easy for you to read the time. It's also 100m Water Resistant so you can go swimming with it.

5) BGA-151-7B - The original classic watch, it's white, with gold hour markers, and has been a feature of our top 10 list since the first time we started selling this model. Shock and water resistance means you can take it with you anywhere.

4) BA-110GA-7A1 - A miniature version of the GA-110 series, the BA-110GA is white and, unlike the GAs has a regular display, making it easy to read the time.

3) BA-111-3A - The first unique iteration of the BA-110 series, the BA-111 uses fluorescent colours to make it easier to see the watch. The hour markers and hands are all bright greenish blue, which makes it eye catching on your wrist.

2) BG-6901-1 - This is a fully digital running watch, with extra-large numbers on a bigger screen, to help you see the time, and also to keep an eye on the stopwatch, without needing to slow down. Best of all, there's nothing about it to make it look like a girls watch, so boys can wear it too.

1) BA-110-1A - This black and gold analogue/digital combo watch has seen a rise in popularity. It's the miniature version of the GA-110GB-1A and is perfect for boys and girls to wear.

There you have it, our top 10 Baby-Gs sold in October 2020

Until Next Time - Jimmy B