[SpudHarris]

Another pic but on the wrist this time.



I'll nip upstairs and snap some pics of the Seiko's

 

[gelocks]

So you saw the album, I provided the link that shows a common G-Shock and you still could not compare? I'm not following/understanding you at all.

 
When you said to look at your album I thought you had more wrist shots with some of your other G-Shocks in your collection! It's quite difficult (to me at least) to judge the size of those XLs against the ones I have (or the rest of your collection) if no apples to apples comparison is there. So I thought you had more shots with your Gshocks other than the XLs to see how they compare on YOUR wrist.
 
Anyway, just checked info,
 
For GWN1000-9A, Size of Case:  44.9 x 55.8 x 16.2mm
For GPW1000-4A, 66.0 x 56.0 x 18.8mm.
For MTGS1000BD-1, Size of case: 58.6 × 53.5 × 15.5 mm
For GA300GD-9A, Size of case: 55.1 × 52.2 × 16.5 mm
 
The 9000 series I believe it's 53 x 50 x 16, so yeah, lug to lug for all of these is definitely on the large side (especially the first two. I'm wondering if my Deep Blue watches are 55... I do think that my Steinhart Apollon also reaches 56mm lug to lug, so these first two G-shocks would fit borderline for my wrists -- lugs do "come out" of your wrist by a bit which made me ask if you had "tiny" wrist for said watches... I'm guessing 6.5 - 6.7?)
 
 
Thanks.

 

[SpudHarris]

My Seiko Divers. Three different movements, Automatic, Kinetic and Quartz...

 

[moedawg140]

When you said to look at your album I thought you had more wrist shots with some of your other G-Shocks in your collection! It's quite difficult (to me at least) to judge the size of those XLs against the ones I have (or the rest of your collection) if no apples to apples comparison is there. So I thought you had more shots with your Gshocks other than the XLs to see how they compare on YOUR wrist.

Anyway, just checked info,

For GWN1000-9A, Size of Case:  44.9 x 55.8 x 16.2mm
For GPW1000-4A, 66.0 x 56.0 x 18.8mm.
For MTGS1000BD-1, Size of case: 58.6 × 53.5 × 15.5 mm
For [COLOR=82502A]GA300GD-9A[/COLOR], Size of case: 55.1 × 52.2 × 16.5 mm

The 9000 series I believe it's 53 x 50 x 16, so yeah, lug to lug for all of these is definitely on the large side (especially the first two. I'm wondering if my Deep Blue watches are 55... I do think that my Steinhart Apollon also reaches 56mm lug to lug, so these first two G-shocks would fit borderline for my wrists -- lugs do "come out" of your wrist by a bit which made me ask if you had "tiny" wrist for said watches... I'm guessing 6.5 - 6.7?)


Thanks.

Ah okay. Well no worries either way. But all of these watches are not just large, but heavy as well (aside from the gold one). They feel substantial to the touch, and feel more for a lack of a better word, 'dense' than most other watches. If you have ever tried the 6900 series watches, these ones are bigger, but weigh more as well. If you have smaller wrists, these watches may not be for you. If you are able to wear any of the GX-56's (king of G-Shock, my orange one) without any issues, you can wear any of the huge G-Shocks without much trouble. You can usually find the GX-56 in black at most places, so that will be a great way to determine if the larger G-Shocks are right for you. Good luck!

 

[SpudHarris]

Anyway, just checked info,

For GWN1000-9A, Size of Case:  44.9 x 55.8 x 16.2mm
For GPW1000-4A, 66.0 x 56.0 x 18.8mm.
For MTGS1000BD-1, Size of case: 58.6 × 53.5 × 15.5 mm
For [COLOR=82502A]GA300GD-9A[/COLOR], Size of case: 55.1 × 52.2 × 16.5 mm

Thanks.

Wow, those are huge.

I like a big watch but I don't have any that size. I might dip my toe in the G Shock water....

This is the one I will probably go for.

 

[PalJoey]

Those G-Shocks are too chunky for my taste, but I like the way they go for variety and collectability. Do they ever do ranges with guest designers or artists coming up with their own ideas? Something like the BMW 'Art Cars' project, only with watches - http://www.bmwdrives.com/bmw-artcars.php

 

[moedawg140]

Wow, those are huge.

I like a big watch but I don't have any that size. I might dip my toe in the G Shock water....

This is the one I will probably go for.

Have you tried that one on yet? If you are starting off with G-Shocks, going straight to the MTG may be a little daunting as it is very heavy and large on the wrist.

Those G-Shocks are too chunky for my taste, but I like the way they go for variety and collectability. Do they ever do ranges with guest designers or artists coming up with their own ideas? Something like the BMW 'Art Cars' project, only with watches - http://www.bmwdrives.com/bmw-artcars.php

G-Shock has probably more collaborations with artists, professional athletes, etc. than any other watch brand. These limited edition watches are worth more on eBay than their regular watch counterparts.

The watches I posted are large, but there are smaller watches that they make, which are the Baby G line. Or you can always go for the tried and true 6900 series, which aren't that large and have hundreds to thousands of colors and internal technologies to choose from. For reference, here is one I have - this is a Louie Vito (pro snowboarder) limited edition G-Shock:


GLS8900LV-2:

 

[gelocks]

Ah okay. Well no worries either way. But all of these watches are not just large, but heavy as well (aside from the gold one). They feel substantial to the touch, and feel more for a lack of a better word, 'dense' than most other watches. If you have ever tried the 6900 series watches, these ones are bigger, but weigh more as well. If you have smaller wrists, these watches may not be for you. If you are able to wear any of the GX-56's (king of G-Shock, my orange one) without any issues, you can wear any of the huge G-Shocks without much trouble. You can usually find the GX-56 in black at most places, so that will be a great way to determine if the larger G-Shocks are right for you. Good luck!

 
Yeah, I currently own a 6900-1 (53.2 x 50.0  x 17.7mm / 63g) and a GW3000B-1A (52.5 x 49.8 x 15.5mm / 74g) and they fit alright. Seeing that I have 55mm l2l watches with both Steinhart (Aviation and Apollon), I might try one of those XL ones just for the heck of it!
 
 
Thanks.

 

[moedawg140]

Yeah, I currently own a 6900-1 (53.2 x 50.0  x 17.7mm / 63g) and a GW3000B-1A (52.5 x 49.8 x 15.5mm / 74g) and they fit alright. Seeing that I have 55mm l2l watches with both Steinhart (Aviation and Apollon), I might try one of those XL ones just for the heck of it!


Thanks.

No worries. Macy's has the most styles (in the U.S) to choose from, with Nordstrom and Bloomingdales following suit. Hopefully you'll be able to find one that's best for you. Make sure to post it on here if you can. Thanks.

 

[gelocks]

 
And speaking of big ass watches, this is what I wore today!  
I think it's similar (lug to lug) to the XL G-Shocks in size.
For some reason, I love Deep Blue watches. If I had more funds I would definitely buy more! (Have 2 at the moment)

 

[moedawg140]

 
 
And speaking of big ass watches, this is what I wore today!  
I think it's similar (lug to lug) to the XL G-Shocks in size.
For some reason, I love Deep Blue watches. If I had more funds I would definitely buy more! (Have 2 at the moment)

 
Nice and circular!  Does the position of the crown impede movement of your wrists at all?

 

[gelocks]

Since the watch's height is quite decent, neither the pressure release valve nor the crown get in the way of the wrist. Of course, I don't do much (I mostly work in front of a computer sitting down ), it would probably get in the way but I can tell you that I can do push ups with the watch on my wrist and the crown doesn't bother me at all. So definitely a win.
 
And word of advice, if anyone is trying to save $$$, DON'T GO TO watchrecon!!!
 

 

[GloryUprising]

Watch One - Daily Driver.
 

 
Watch Two.
 

 
I never thought I'd ever buy another quartz/battery watch again....

 

[Wokei]

GloryUprising.......that Seiko Velatura Direct Drive ...amazing movement .....me likey very much ...on me wish list ...lol

 

[Podster]

Both of those are awesome pieces Glory

 I have been so tempted to buy one of those Moto 360's myself but $320 to $360 is a big hit for daddy's wallet right now