Simple Living

The backlight was no longer working on my Casio G-Shock DW-6900 and while it showed the time and all other functions worked, I suspected it no longer had enough battery power to sustain the backlight. Researching online I found the instructions on how to replace the battery and confirm it uses a CR2016 battery. Overall, the steps to replace the battery are straight forward provided you have a tiny Phillips screwdriver that fits the back screws and a needle or pin to release the battery harness. CAUTION: The trickiest part of the battery replacement would be when you press on the battery harness catch.  I had to review the online instructions and Youtube videos several times before I understood how to gently release and also lock it back in place.  Take your time on this crucial step or you may permanently damage your watch. A special note, the 2007 Lexus IS250 keyless remote also uses the exact same CR2016 battery.  I fortunately, had a spare after replacing the batteries on all my I

I’m debating on what to get for my next watch in 2021.  My last purchase was the Victorinox INOX in 2020 and with the death of my Apple Series 2, I have room for another watch. I’m seeking something simple and my choices are: Casio G-Shock DW-5600 Casio A168 Details Matter My current stable of G-Shocks always leave something to be desired.  My GLX-5600 is in red.  The DW-6900 too bulky and my G9000 hard to read negative display…so enter the contenders of a black DW-5600 or a silver A168. Pro #1 - Both are Affordable My current opinions are leaning towards the 5600.  Although, considering both are quite affordable…I’m also leaning towards acquiring both. Pro #2 - G-Shock is near indestructible I like G-Shocks as they are built tough and can go almost anywhere.  I have no fear of diving in a pool or the ocean nor banging it up while working outdoors or in the gym.  The G is a true beater watch. Con #1 - I own too many watches A knock against getting both is my ever growing collection.  

I’m cycling through my collection and donned the Orange Monster for past few days.  The benefit of owning larger watches like the Victorinox INOX and Armani AR585, they make the Seiko SKX781 look perfectly sized. Love/Hate relationship I can see how people can love it or hate it as I’ve experienced both during my 5 year ownership of the SKX781.  It’s blunt styling can be a turn off with the metal bezel and case, but then it feels more modern and unique relative to everyone else who clings to the Submariner style diver bezel; including the SKX007. What really attracted me to the SKX781 is the beautiful and legible Orange dial.  It’s by far one of the easiest to read dials and I wish many more watches took this to heart when designing watch dials, including Seiko. Another reason for the Orange Monster is it’s smaller than the more famous SKX007 as I owned both and found the 007 a bit too large for my tastes, but now might be okay with the larger size. But $500? I’m still shocked that the