I like “Square G-SHOCK” more than any other watch.
“Isn’t this watch a G-SHOCK?” Don’t say so, please join us with a generous heart.
Above all, our dream that “if the phantom model DW-5300 was made into full metal …” came true .
- It’s not a G-SHOCK, but it’s similar an endless G-SHOCK
- At first glance, it looks like a full metal G-SHOCK
- The body and belt are cheap, but they are light and easy to use!
We wanted such a watch! “Square G-SHOCK” replica full metal style model
Casio standard digital wristwatch, W-218HD.
This is the Casio standard digital watch, W-218HD.
Not yet released in Japan.
This watch is not a G-SHOCK. It will be a series called “Casio Collection” by Casio .
It is commonly called Cheap Casio in Japan .
Casio has recently been named “Casio Collection”. It is probably the name “Cheap” is not enough.
I think that this Casio collection has a good complementary relationship with the square G-SHOCK. I hope I can tell you about that as well.
This site will eventually cover all Casio digital watches, not just G-SHOCK .
If the G-SHOCK phantom model is made into full metal …
In the article of W-218H, I told you about the charm of the shape of this watch.
Related article
CASIO W-218H [G-SHOCK DW-5300 Motif CASIO STANDARD]
The W-218H is a model with the motif of the G-SHOCK DW-5300 that was once released. So it is also featured on this site.
The W-218HD introduced this time is a metallized model of the W-218H.
So this model is
“If the phantom model G-SHOCK DW-5300 was FULL METAL …!”
It is also a model that fulfills the grand dream of a maniac !
Casio official counterfeit measures! ??
As I wrote for the W-218H, why did Casio himself release a watch like the G-SHOCK?
What is often said that “counterfeiting measures” .
Casio’s G-SHOCK is popular all over the world. And there are many counterfeits.
In particular, the full metal G-SHOCK is very popular and expensive.
Someone may say, “If you buy a high-priced full-metal G-SHOCK, you buy a fake.”
As a countermeasure, Casio itself dares to release a low-priced version of G-SHOCK .
(I don’t want you to search too much. But the fake full metal G-SHOCK is quite distributed and sold. It will be a hit. So, Casio may have put it out as a measure of pain.)
However, even if I just take measures against fake things, it doesn’t flutter. I think that Casio developers may have devised something reason why it would not be interesting to develop it normally .
The W-218H has a reprinted look with the motif of the DW-5300 .
This is irresistible for square G-SHOCK lovers.
(Conversely, the DW-5300 has no possibility of being reprinted, but we are grateful.)
What’s more, this W-218HD is even worse, no, it made the model a full metal style to make your dreams come true .
Speaking of full metalization, G-SHOCK GMW-B5000D
Speaking of metalization , if you are a square G-SHOCK fan, the Full Metal G-SHOCK GMW-B5000D comes to your mind.
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G-SHOCK GMW-B5000 [Dreams come true FULL METAL G-SHOCK]
Here is the GMW-B5000D I own.
It’s cool to fall in love with!
This W-218HD is a digital watch from the Casio collection and can be purchased for less than one-tenth the price of the G-SHOCK GMW-B5000D. But let’s see how close it is to the full metal G-SHOCK .
At first glance, it looks like a full metal G-SHOCK!?
I own both the GMW-B5000D and the W-218HD. Do they look like a full metal G-SHOCK at first glance?
Let’s have a look at the photo.
Of course, if you take a closer look, the texture will be completely different.
However, the belt is made of thin stainless steel and the bezel is made of metal-plated plastic .
However, it is unlikely that others will be able to take your time to look at your watch. I will add a little blur to the image.
I tried blurring other than the CASIO logo.
It may look so blurry … .
In fact, a wristwatch is not something that anyone can see near you and if you look at it from a distance,
“You can see CASIO. Is it a Full Metal G-SHOCK !?”
You may think so.
In addition to being aware of the eyes of others, this watch has the advantage of making you want to use it regularly.
With somewhat a metal, thanks to that it’s light and you won’t get tired even if you wear it for a long time
As I wrote earlier, the belt is made of thin stainless steel and the bezel is made of metal-plated plastic .
That’s a good thing and it leads to lightness.
Full metal G-SHOCK GMW-B5000D weighs 167g.
On the other hand, this W-218HD weighs only 85g .
If it is very light and you want to wear it for a long time. (such as work that takes more than half a day)
- To be honest, the W-218HD is more comfortable to wear than the G-SHOCK GMW-B5000D.
It’s heavy for a cheap Casio but lighter than a G-SHOCK.
It takes a lot of energy to attach a full metal G-SHOCK. But with this watch, you don’t need that kind of energy.
This watch which looks like a full metal G-SHOCK at first glance may be good for everyday use.
It’s the best watch for work, may be.
You won’t get tired even if you wear it for a long time during work.
Sometimes I work for a long time. But during work, some people take off their metal clocks and put them on the counter .
After all, a heavy watch is hard for a long time.
I don’t get tired even if I wear this watch all the time.
The watch itself is made of metal-like plastic and the stainless steel tri-fold band is thin and cheap. It’s cheap, but it can be light. Lightness is still justice.
CASIO watches have been properly tested in Standard
There is an article that impressed me with Casio’s news article.
Look here! What are the three principles to detect fake G-SHOCK? MonoMax Web (Japanase Site)
In the middle of this article,
- Casio Standard (Cheap Casio) Fake and Genuine Band Scratch Test.
- Similarly, a sweat resistance test on the bezel and body.
Even the Casio Standard which is cheaper than the G-SHOCK in terms of specifications. It has been properly tested and maintains a certain level of quality .
Some people say that it’s cheap and it’s no good. But Casio still has a certain quality compared to fake ones.
(Even if you use it, it will be scratched. This can not be helped)
Characteristics
There are no particular functional features. But it has a waterproof function that is common in Casio watches .
You probably haven’t done a drop test like the G-SHOCK. But Casio watches are durable.
If it is a few meters, it will not break even if you dropped. (Although it will get scratched.)
It also has a stopwatch, an alarm and a light so you can watch it at night.
Summary
This time I have seen the recommended points of W-218HD.
It may be unlikely that it will be released in Japan.
Reasons,
- Fake full metal G-SHOCK is not frequently available in Japan
- Full metal G-SHOCK is on sale so you don’t have to bother to release a low-priced version
That can be mentioned.
It may be unlikely that it will be released in Japan. But if you like the square G-SHOCK, you should definitely get one and use it “everyday” . It’s recommended.
Spec
| Model name | W-218HD-1AV |
| Size (L x W x T) | 44.4 x 43.2 x 10.8 mm |
| weight | 85 g |
| Band material | Stainless steel tri-fold band |
| Bezel material | Urethane |
| Feature | Water resistant to 50m |