If you like the F91w but want something beefier, the DW5600 has the cachet of being rated space-worthy by NASA and looks similar but bigger. Costs about $50, not $12 though.
1. It's small and looks like G-shock classic and has typical C-shock features.
2. Solar powered.
3. Multi-band 5 timekeeping from atomic clocks in the US, EU or Japan. I set the time once after I bought it and just switch daylight savings time twice a year.
The only issue is that it needs integrated strap specific to the model, not generic one. Casio straps for G-shocks break in everyday use in every 5-6 years. Durable stainless steel strap costs $100, roughly the same as the watch itself.
My only real complaint is the countdown timer is only 1 hour. There are times I could use a 24-hour countdown timer.
A minor nitpick is the watch's thickness is just a tad too think to be worn under shirt cuffs. If Casio would ever release a 25-30% thinner version with the same features, I'd buy it in a heartbeat.
How do you attach Nato strap to GW-M5600? With those weird adapters? https://www.watchuseek.com/threads/gw-5600-nato.194176/#lg=t...
Nato straps just don't go into integrated straps. I have tried.
I don’t know why Casio charges so much. I’d think that if they reduced the price then people would buy more.
The other annoying thing about G-Shocks is the band. I have a all-black model with a clasp link band. I love it. It’s super easy to remove and put back on when I’m using they keyboard.