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Coming soon, the Casio Master of G Mudmaster, the GWG-1000-1A1

The Mudmaster series has always been a popular model, mostly because of how tough it is. A watch cannot be called the master of G, without being undeniably the best in its field. This week, we'll be focusing on the latest Mudmaster, the GWG-1000-1A1. I'll also be contrasting it with the more economical GG-1000 series, for those who are interested.

This model is one that's extremely popular with the military. That's because it is pitch black. The band is matte black, so it doesn't reflect the light, and it is also extra-thick. The analogue numbers 3, 6, 9 and 12 are extra-large and the markers themselves are treated with the neobrite solution, making them glow long after your backlight switches off.

So, what exactly makes this watch more powerful than the economical GG-1000? Well, for one thing, it's solar powered. This means that you never have to worry about changing the batteries. Simply make sure the watch gets some light every day, and use it to your heart's content! There's even a low battery alert to remind you to keep your watch under some lights. No more nasty surprises with the time piece suddenly going blank! It also has w

Now, both the GG1000 and the GWG-1000 are among the toughest that you'll find, but here's wehre the GWG shines just that little bit more – it has vibration resistance and a spherical glass. The spherical glass protects your screen from scratches even more than the normal mineral glass, and the vibration resist means even if you're working with heavy duty equipment, the vibrations won't interfere with the watch!

The GWG-1000-1A1 also has satellite time calibration. Whenever you're overseas, as long as the radio control is turned on, the watch will auto receive signals from up to 6 satellites from Europe, China and Japan. This ensures that the watch will always run on time, and is especially helpful during Daylight Savings.

The GG-1000 had a dual sensor in order to save a bit on finances. The GWG-1000 however has a triple sensor, that has a compass, thermometer/barometer, and an altimeter, so you'll know exactly where you are at all times (extremely useful when doing the dangerous Kokoda trails, as well as other hikes where you can easily get lost.

The GWG-1000-1A1 is coming soon to BuyWatchesOnline. The GG-1000 can be found here.

Until Next Time – Jimmy B

How do I set up my G-Steel Casio Watch?

So, you went out (hopefully to our site) and bought yourself a G-Steel? Congratulations, you've got yourself one of the toughest watches in Casio's range. Now, how do you set it up? That, dear readers, is a really common question, and one that I'm devoting this entire article to. Ready to get started? Here we go!

First up, I will be using the GST-S110D-1A as my example, but pretty much all the G-Steels can be set up the exact same way. To save time, instead of saying top right button, bottom left, etc, I'll be calling them A, B, C and D. A is the top left (also known as the adjust button), B is top right, C is bottom left, and D is bottom right.

The watch is an analogue/digital combo which will allow you to read the time off the digital display, if you're having trouble reading the hands.

So, first things first, let's open this baby up. If you live in VIC or NSW, congrats, you literally don't need to do anything else, since it's already set to Sydney time. But that's being a bit unfair to customers in other cities, so let's carry on.

Take a look at the bottom of the screen. Do you see the Letter H, or M? If so, that means your watch is charged up and ready to go, otherwise you'll want to leave it near a light source for a while (depending on if it's natural light or artificial light, it could take anywhere from just over 24 hours, to over 100 hours. Don't worry though, it doesn't have to be all at once. As long as the watch is seeing some light, you're getting enough power to run its functions.

Next up, wed're going to check your home city, mainly because if the wrong home city is set, the rest of the world time will also be wrong. So when you're ready, hold down A for two seconds, until you see ADJ appear in the right digital dial. Let go right away, you don't want to hold on to A too long (more on that later in the article).

So, when you've let go, you'll see the city code replace ADJ, while the left dial reads SET. Use the B and D buttons to set the correct city code. To help you out I've put the table below as a handy guide.

Now then, we've fixed your city code, and we need to press C and you'll see the DST (Daylight Savings Time) indicator flashing in the left dial, while the right one will have either on or off. Press D to change it if you need to. 

If that's all you need to do, great. But if you want to change the time, press C aagain. That'll ask you if you want the watch to show the time in a 12 or 24 hour format. Press it again to adjust the seconds (though not many people bother adjusting the seconds). Again will finally let you adjust part of what you need (the hours), and then Pressing C one more time will adjust the minutes. To adjust said parts, simply press B or D. Word of advice though, if you're in the 12 hour mode function, and it's evening, make sure the digital time has P or PM next to it. You don't want to know how many people have come to us saying their alarms aren't working, when it's only because they set the time to AM instead of PM.

You're almost done, bear with me for a few more minutes (and be thankful I'm not the manual, which repeats the same steps over and over till you're sick of looking at it)! Once you've set up the time, you need to set the date. Basically the same instructions, press C (assuming you just finished adjusting the minutes) and press B or D to change Year, repeat for Month and repeat again for Day.

WAIT! Don't press A just yet. If you want, you can now press C again to adjust whether the buttons make a tone, and then how long the backlight will stay lit for. Adjust those if you'd like, or just press A to finalise the time.

Now, let's talk fun features. These are modes designed to make life easy for both novices and pros.

First up, the G-Steels come with a REALLY cool feature, called Hand Shift. Use this if you want to read the digital time, and you find the hands are getting in the way. Just keep in mind, if the battery power is low, the hands won't move. Alright, if you're in the timekeeping mode (the default mode), press and hold C for a few seconds until you see the word HAND appear in the digital dial. Let go of C and the hands will move away from the digital screen, settling at 11:55.

Not to worry though. All you need to do to bring the hands back is press the C button again for two seconds (Until Hands appears). Otherwise, they'll go back on their own after an hour.

Here's the thing though, in rare cases, either a bump, or magneic interference, can cause the analogue hands to lag a little bit, and unsync from the digital display. There's a really easy fix to it though. Remember at the start I told you to only hold A for 2 seconds and not too much longer? Well, if you hold it for 5-7 Seconds, you'll see a different menu come up, with the heading H.Set in the right digital dial. So don't release the button when you see ADJ, wait till H.Set

What you'll want to do, is release the button, and press D or B to move the hands to 12 o'clock (that's their home position). Now press A and the hands will automatically sync back up with the digital display. It's that easy!

Now, one last tip before I end this mammoth article (which I'm hoping is easier to understand than the tiny manual). Alright, so this will probably only be relevant to people who like to go travelling overseas. You can actually swap the home time around with the international time! So as long as your home time was correct, all you need to do is press a button, and it'll show you the time where you're staying, until you swap the times around again.

OK, so what you'll need to do is press C once. Don't hold, just press. See the city that keeps flashing? Press D to cycle through until you get the one that you want as your new home city. Now, hold A and B together for a few seconds, until the watch beeps, and there you have it! You're now living in New York Time, or Tokyo, or whichever city you chose.

Well, that's enough of me yammering on. I hope this was helpful to you, and don't forget to send us your suggestions for more helpful article topics!

Until Next Time - Jimmy B

Introducing the Casio GBA-800 Bluetooth Fitness Series!

Casio is known for its innovations, and specialisations. They've got diving watches, pilot watches, even the previous iteration of the GBA series (the GBA-400) specialised in music, by letting you control your playlist from your watch! With the GBA-800, they've moved on to fitness, and we had a chance to try these watches out. Ready to hear my thoughts? Let's get to it!

Firstly, you're absolutely spoiled for choice. The GBA-800 has 6 different colours to choose from. All 6 of them are analogue/digital combos, with an extra-large case and screen. The coloured models all have a negative display (which is light numbers on a black background), while the white model as the regular display. The hour markers, as well as the hands are extra-large and thick, so you'll always be able to tell the time.

The bands themselves have a new band ring to prevent sliding, as well as more holes so you can adjust the band even better. The GBA-800's will fit pretty much anybody, and they're comfortable to wear.

Now let's get to the features. First up, if you've bought a combo watch before, you might be a bit cautious. Especially when you see “negative display.” Unlike the old combos though, both the analogue and digital displays have a dedicated super LED Light, making it easy to see both times at the press of a button. The hands and hour markers in the analogue display are also treated with a Neobrite solution, so even when the backlight switches off, the hands keep glowing.

As I mentioned at the start, this is a fitness watch, and a cool feature here is the step tracker. There's a 3-axis acceleration sensor, so you won't be able to cheat the system by just moving your arms and legs back and forward. It also lets you set a step goal, and keeps track of your progress. Finally, it gives you your step-counts in graph, so you can see whether you're ahead of your goal, or you need to get stepping.

Most fitness watches come with a lap counter, with a maximum of 100 laps. Like the GA-800 that inspired this series, the GBA-800 doubles that, and gives you 200 laps. So if you're an athlete, or just want to keep track of your running progress, this is a great feature.

Now, this is a Bluetooth watch, which means it has some tricjks up its sleeve that the original GA-800 didn't. First up, when you connect it to your phone, you can get it to automatically set the right time, so you never need to worry about changing the times again.

The step count graph that I talked about earlier, can also be imported straight to your phone, so after a few days you'll have a progress chart, and it can tell you which days you're slacking off (let's face it, sometimes we all slack off). You can also send the 200 lap records you've saved up straight to your phone.

Finally, the world time feature is upgraded by a huge margin. With other G-Shocks you get 30-50 cities at most, whereas here, you can see the time in over 300 cities. You can also easily swap times so if you travel, the default time will be whichever city you're in now.

Now, believe it or not, but there are quite a few other features I didn't get a chance to discuss, but if I did, this would be more like a book than a blog piece! Not to worry though, the GBA-800 series is coming out shortly, and you'll be able to familiarise yourselves with all of its cool features.

Until Next Time – Jimmy B.

What is a G-Shock Auto-Light?

Hello and welcome to the frequently asked questions column, where we answer the questions we get asked the most. In this article, I'll be explaining the auto light feature, what it does, how to turn it on, etc.

Now, this is a very simple, but essential function in all G-Shocks, as well as all Baby-G-Shock watches. If you've ever been in a dark room, with no clue where any of the buttons are, chances are, you'd need an auto light. 

What it does, is pretty self explanaory. without the need to fumble around for buttons, the backlight turns itself on, letting you read the time, no matter the light conditions. All you need to do is turn your wrist 45 degrees, and the watch automatically does the rest.

Now, to turn it on all you have to do is press and hold the light button for a few seconds. Depending on your model, the light button will be either on the top right, or just below the display. To turn it off, just repeat the process.

Now, while the best results are achieved with digital watches (since the whole screen lights up), a combo analogue/digital watch with the auto light function can also be very handy. The hands and hour markers glow to show you the time, and with the neobrite treated watches, they'll continue glowing long after the auto light turns off.

Well, hope you found this helpful. Feel free to comment below with more frequently asked questions. Until Next Time - Jimmy B

Layers of Colour Add Some Fun to the GA-110LN Series!

The GA-110 series has grown by leaps and bounds since being introduced to the world. There are a lot of different styles, and now I have the pleasure of introducing one more. I am, of course, talking about the GA-110 Layer Series.

These watches were designed not just to look good, but to make sure they’re hard to lose (let’s face it, the darker watches, if you drop them, they may be impossible to find). With how bright the inside of the bands are, that mission has definitely been accomplished. So let’s have a look at the GA110LN series.

First up we’ve got the GA-110LN-1A. It’s black with a neon blue wristband. The mesh of colours stand out on your wrist, so you’re bound to attract attention. An interesting addition is the digital numbers are also blue.

Our next watch in the series is the GA-110LN-2A. A dark blue band on the outside can almost be mistaken for black, with the inside a bright, sunny yellow. The  hands and digital display are also fluorescent Yellow, making it really easy to tell both the analogue and digital time in pretty much any light condition.

Lastly, we have the GA110LN-3A. At first glance, it looks like something you could take into the woods (or basic training) as it’s an olive green. Don’t worry about losing the watch though, as inside the band it’s bright orange, again just like the hands. The digital display is also a dark orange on a black background.

As with the GA-110 Series, the 110LNs have an extra large analogue/digital display, with the digital part being split into two (day at the top, time at the bottom). This makes it easier to read the display, and allows the numbers to be a lot larger. The above mentioned colour coded hands attract attention and help people with eye problems read the time. Speaking of the hands, they actually glow when you turn on the backlight, so even if you’re out at night, you’ll still be able to easily tell the analogue time.

Another great feature that’s been a favourite in the GA-110 Series, is the 1/1000-sec Stop Watch. Considered one of the most accurate in the world, it not only lets you time yourself to the 1/1000th of a second, it also gives you an estimated speed, which is an amazing training tool.

If you’re around electronics, you should know that magnetic waves can affect the accuracy of most watches. However, the GA110LN has its predecessor’s magnetic resistant features, so unless you’re around industrial strength magnets, your watch will function with no issues.

The GA110LN series is out now. For more in the GA-110 Range, click here.

 For a cool video regarding these watches, go here.

Until Next Time - Jimmy B.

Taking the GA-800 Sneaker Series for a Run!

You gotta strike while the iron is hot, and that’s what Casio is doing with the GA-800SC series. This spinoff from the GA800 keeps the features you loved in the GA-800 and adds some exciting new colours. Considering the GA-800, like the 500 and 700 series are running watches, this latest design is here to match your sneakers and trainers. Ready to see what the fuss is about? Let’s get started!

So first up we have the GA800SC-2A. As you can see, it’s a dark blue, with some splashes of yellow. The second hand, the inner G-Shock logo, and the button below the display are all bright yellow. The digital display is black with white numbers and letters, while the analogue hour markers and hands are extra-thick to enhance readability.

Next there’s the GA-800SC-6A. As you can see it’s mostly purple with an orange button, second hand and inner G-Shock logo. The outer logo is purple to match the band.

Last, you’ve got the white and lime green GA-800SC-7A model. Guaranteed to match with most sneakers, this watch is almost pure white, with splashes of green in the inner analogue display.

Alright, we’ve discussed the looks, but what exactly can this series do?

First up, let’s handle the negative display. Now, some people may dislike those types of models, saying they’re hard to read, but that’s where the Dual LED Light comes in handy. Unlike the earlier ana/digi combos, the GA-800 series lights up both the analogue and digital screen, making it easy to see the time no matter the light conditions.

Next is a really cool dual time feature. Now, I gotta admit, I’d never even heard of a digital dual time, since usually dual time is used with two analogue displays. Here though, there’s an option to set a different timezone on the digital screen, and then swap them around with the press of a button. It’s also quite useful in letting you know whether it’s AM or PM overseas (as opposed to an analogue dual time display).

Being a watch made for athletes, Casio decided to go with a lap memory function. Unlike previous watches though, the memory size has doubled so you can save 120 laps into your memory. A great way to check your progress and see what needs to improve!

As with the GA-500 and 700 series, The stopwatch is easy to get to – all you need to do is press one button and you’ll be in the stopwatch timing mode. Much quicker than having to go through all the different modes this watch has.

Well, there you have it. The GA-800SC series will be making its way to us in the very near future. In the meantime, check out the GA-500, GA-700, and GA-710.

If you want a more in depth analysis of the GA-800 series itself, click here.

For a video highlighting the GA-800SC Series, click here.

Until Next Time – Jimmy B

His and Hers Casio Watches for This Valentine's Day (and Beyond)

Aaah, Romance... Love is in the air, which means it must be close to Valentine's Day! In honour of this occasion, we've compiled a list of 8 pairs of watches, that'll allow you, and your loved one, to match. And best of all, these gifts are great for anniversaries, birthdays, or those days where you inevitably put your foot in it, and want to apologise (speaking from personal experience here...) Ready? Let's get to it!

1) GA-110GB-1A and BA-110-1A – Go out in style with these extra-large case models. They're easy to read, with plenty of room for the analogue and digital sides, and the gold pieces all over the display really makes your (and her) wrists stand out!

2) BA-110DC-2A2 and GA-110DC-2A – Denim clothes have become pretty popular over the years, so now you and your partner can match with these G-Shock and Baby-G 110DC Series! Everything matches, including a dark blue tint on the display, to match the band colour. Best of all, since it's a resin band, you still keep the toughness and scratch resistance.

3) BA-110TP-7A and GA-110TP-7A – A tribal pattern series will make your wrists stand out and be the talk of the party. These designs are really trendy in the fashion world, and it's easy to accesorise with.

4) BA-110PP-1A and GA-110LPA-1A – one of two pairs here that are great to exercise with, the 110PP and 110LPA have holes throughout the band. This will allow air to get to your wrist while exercising, helping to make sure it doesn't sweat too much, and doesn't stain the band.

5) GA-110-1B and BA-110BC-1A – Black goes with pretty much anything, just like this pair of matching watches. Part of the famous XL Case series, the GA-110 and BA-110BC are also a good choice for the military.

6) BA-110-7A1 and GA-110RG-7A – Match with your partner, thanks to these white wristwatches, which are decorated by Rose Gold throughout the display, and some on the bezel as well.

7) GA-110C-7A and BA-110-7A3 – Sometimes something simple is best. If you want a watch that matches your clothes, but don't like black, these white watches may look minimalist, but they have enough features to keep you busy for hours. And they look great with just about anything, so she'll be happy, and you'll match.

8) BGA-240-7A and GA-700-7A – The second pair that's great for fitness training, the BGA-240 and GA-700 have both become the go to watches for sports. The BGA-240 has a stop watch with lap memory, and a display that lets you easily see how long you've been exercising. The GA-700 ups the ante by including a direct start stopwatch, and a stopwatch alarm (so you can start it up without having to look through all the features, and you can set yourself a time limit and keep improving.

Well, that's it from me. For more Baby-Gs, click here, for G-Shocks click here, and if you'd like to see what other customers think about us, click here. For a video highlighting these watches, click here. Until Next Time – Jimmy B

Top 10 Casio Solar Watches
Let's face it - changing batteries is annoying, and can be a huge hassle. So why bother? Give yourself (or your loved one) a gift that keeps on giving, with one of these Top 10 Casio Tough Solar Watches of 2017. Never have to worry about changing the batteries again!

10) PRG-240-1 - We're starting off with the Protrek. A series made for those that love the great outdoors. The PRG-240-1 is fully digital with an extra-large screen, and even includes a digital compass.

9) PRG-240T-7 - Sticking with the PRG series, some people complain the band just can't handle tough environments. The solid titanium band of the PRG-240T-7 ought to put your fears to rest. It's also low temperature resistant, up to -10 Celsius.

8) EQB-500D-1A2 - This serves a dual purpose. It's not only a solar powered watch, but it's a great watch for work as well. A solid stainless steel band and fully analogue display means this watch will stand out wherever you are.

7) G-5600E-1 - Based on a very early design (DW-5600-1) the G5600E is a great economical Solar watch. It's fully digital, light on your wrist, and has aectangular, large digital display, to make it easier to read the time.

6) PRW-6100Y-1 - The last Protrek in this section, the PRW-6100Y-1 is an analogue/digital combo watch, with a hard to scratch Carbon Fiber Resin band, a dual LED light and it's radio controlled, so it can automatically set the correct time for you.

5) GWG-1000-1A - A must have for any collector, the GWG-1000 is a Mudmaster, MASTER OF G watch. Now, to get the label "Master of G", you need to be the best at what you do. And the GWG series protects against the mud and the weather like no other. It's also resistant against strong vibrations, so if you're flying and hit major turbulence, the watch will still run smoothly.

4) GST-S300G-1A2 - The G-Steel Series is a must for anybody in need of a tough, good looking watch. It's 200g water resistant, has a hand shift feature (in case the hands get in the way of the digital face), and it has a Dual LED light, which means you'll be able to see the digital time even at night (a feature that's been heavily requested)!

3) GST-S120L-1A - Quite a few people seem to dislike stainless steel bands. Maybe they just don't like the feel. For those of you who prefer something a little more classic, the GST-S130L-1A has a brown, tough leather band.

2) GWN-Q1000-7A Another Master of G title here, the Gulfmaster already has the perfect excuse to be solar powered (you're out in the sun anyway, might as well charge the watch up)! This watch also includes a tide graph and a depth sensor, so it's perfect both on the water and while diving.

1) GW-9400-1 - A mainstay when it comes to most top ten lists, the Rangeman is the perfect tool for the great outdoors. With a compass, barometer, thermometer, and a whole lot more, while you're in the great outdoors, the watch will keep on charging.

There you have it, these watches will keep on working. For our full range of Solar watches click this link

And check out a video of all 10 Solar Watches here

Until Next Time - Jimmy B

Top Ten Kids Casio Watches for Christmas

Shopping for kids can be a real pain (I know, I’ve got a few of my own). In this list, you’ll find the top 10 kids watches, which should make your lives a little easier. Oh, and don’t let the Baby-G label fool you. Unless specifically stated otherwise, these watches are fine for both genders to wear.

10) BG-169R-1DR – A classic digital look and a black band, this watch is easy to read and can also be used to remember phone numbers (a feature that’s exclusive to the BG-169 series.

9) BGA-180-2B2 – This watch is a great beginner watch if you want your child to learn how to read analogue watches (the arrows and markers are extra-large). It also has a tide graph, if your child is learning to surf.

8) BG-6903-2 – A watch for runners, this digital timepiece has an extra-large screen, which lets you see both the time and the stopwatch if needed.

7) BG-6901-1 – a thinner version of the DW-6900 series, this is great for smaller wrists. It’s also a precursor to the BG-6903 series, and has the extra-large screen so you can see the time better.

6) AW-590-1A – the first G-Shock on our list, we know despite our assurances, some boys just don’t feel comfortable wearing a Baby-G. This watch is one of the smaller analogue/digital combos, so it still fits on your child’s wrist without looking oversized.

5) BGA-240-7A – don’t be fooled by the title “ladies” watch. This time piece is perfectly fine for both genders. It’s the next generation of running watches, keeping the size of the digital screens, but making it wider to fit an analogue display as well.

4) BGA-190BE-2A – Kids love going to the beach, playing around in the sand. This watch with blue pastel colours, is tough enough for the most strenuous exercises, and is also 100m water resistant.

3) BA-110PP-8A – A spinoff from the G-Shock’s GA-110PP series, this punching pattern watch is perfect when you’re exercising, or just out on a hot day. The band has holes in it, letting air get through and keep your wrist from sweating too much.

2) BA-110DC-2A3 – A companion watch for the GA-110DC series, the band is a scratch resistant resin, but it looks more like a denim fabric band, so if you want to wear your jeans or denim shirt, you can easily accessorise.

1) BGA-225-7A – If your kids love camping, this watch is perfect. Known as the “Glamping” watch, it lets your kids camp in style, and has all sorts of useful features, such as a moon phase indicator, as well as a tide graph.

Well that’s it for the Christmas gift ideas. To see a full list of Baby-Gs click Here, for a full list of G-Shocks click Here. To see what our customers think of our products and service, click this link.

Finally, for a cool slideshow of this list, take a look at our video here

Until Next Time – Jimmy B