How many years does G-Shock battery last?

G Shock battery life ranges from two to six years, depending on how often you use the alarm or the backlight. Frequent use of either feature drains the battery pretty fast hence, the need for replacement.

Can you wear AG shock in the ocean?

G-Shocks can handle saltwater fine – just remember to wash your G-Shock watch after taking a swim in the ocean. The saltwater will be a problem if you don’t rinse your watch properly after exposure. But even then, it will take you years until you’ll start seeing any sort of corrosion on the metal – if even that.

Is G-Shock really waterproof?

Water Resistant & Waterproof Digital Watches | G-SHOCK. G-SHOCK builds digital watches for any environment, including aquatic ones. Most models are water resistant up to 200 meters (that’s 656.168 feet).

Can I shower with AG shock?

You can wear your G-SHOCK in all sorts of situations, from working with water in daily life and taking a shower to participating in water activities such as swimming, surfing or jet skiing.

What does 20bar mean on a watch?

A 20 bar water resistant watch is strong enough to hold water pressure on a par with a depth of 200 meters.

How to take care of your automatic watch?

The next tip on how to take care of your automatic watch is to keep it clean. Often times, the watch might get dirty from normal use (sweat is one of the biggest contributor to this) and it’s important to keep it clean so that it will be able to be kept for a long time.

How to wind an automatic watch properly?

Turn the crown clockwise for about 20 to 40 turns or until you feel resistance. However, keep in mind that unlike a manual timepiece, you can’t overwind an automatic timepiece. Once you’ve finished winding, press the crown back in. Then, put the watch on your wrist to keep the movement running by your own natural motion.

What happens if you shock an automatic watch?

As the automatic movement is made up of more than one hundred parts, any big shock can cause damage on the assembly or even damaging the parts itself. The effect of this is a damaged movement that can be costly to repair or change out totally. In addition to this, there could be damage on the exterior of the watch.

Do automatic watches get dirty quickly?

Often times, the watch might get dirty from normal use (sweat is one of the biggest contributor to this) and it’s important to keep it clean so that it will be able to be kept for a long time. Luckily, most automatic watches are made of stainless steel so cleaning them is a breeze.