Time to go after 6 years
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I did not buy this watch off Amazon.com.

I've been a fan of G-Shock watches ever since 2005, when I first started using them as a do-it-all watch. This one that I got 6 years ago takes the cake, with only one battery replacement about 3 years into its use (out of a gut feeling. Not from the battery actually dying.)

The fact that it's a Mudman, sealed from mud and dirt while encased in an armored shell is a testament to its ridiculous reliability. These watches just don't die!

Personally, I really like the world time function, since it saves me from having to readjust the watch every time I travel from the US to China. Alarm, stopwatch and timer all work extremely well. Having 2 stopwatches is also a plus.

I got mine in a different color scheme than the one shown in the picture: All black hardware with gold accents and a yellow display. I found the display super easy to read, the watch itself lightweight, and simply indestructible when it came to holding up in severe conditions. I've done it all: Airsoft games, extended outdoor trips, rough outdoor sports, swimming in the ocean, any and every situation you could think of (for a simple active citizen, anyway) and this watch has never let me down when I needed it to. I didn't mind that the buttons were hard to press: that simply meant that they were extremely rugged and will not let me down.

So why am I getting rid of it after six years? The one bad thing about the watch is its band and case backing design. When you peel back the bands on either end of the watch (flexing it, if you will), several nooks appear in the band. After heavy use, sweat and dirt can accumulate and stay in there, creating a bad smell that is nigh impossible to wash out. Keep in mind that this space is only between the band and the watch, not the watch itself. While the back is comfortable, the fact that there are little nubs irritate my wrist slightly. But the main deal-breaker is the retention screws that attach the band to the watch casing: These break and fall off! I've had this happen once and got Casio to do a free replacement while it was still under warranty, but recently it broke off again, rendering the watch useless.

Does the watch still work? Yes. No problems, and I do love its functions and presentation. But because of the band design, what could have easily been a watch that could survive for 10+ years is being shelved for a different model. Since then, I've replaced it with the&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Casio-Men-s-G9300-1-Mudman-G-Shock-Shock-Resistant-Multi-Function-Sport-Watch/dp/B0058W91N2/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Casio Men's G9300-1 Mudman G-Shock Shock Resistant Multi-Function Sport Watch</a>. At first glance this looks to have a better band design, so we'll see how it works out.

I've gone through so much with this watch that I'm almost sad to see it go. Alas, it still isn't indestructible, but if you can look past its faults, this will be your companion for many years to come. 5 stars, simply because it has lasted so long, but keep its flaws in mind.
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Very good points and motivational, if a bit basic and lacking in details. Recommend as reading material for any one in middle school, again on high school, and for anyone that thinks they are retiring on social security at the end of a long career. Start finding passive income to supplement your work income as early as possible. You will need it. The old system is fading away.
3995875
9 years!!! Flawless performance for 9 year! Like all good things in life, it must come to an end. Good bye my friend. You have been truly amazing.
4935894
Dont forget people PS+ stacks the time onto whatever currrent time you have left. Always good to buy these when they on sale and stack a few years. That way you can always wait till they on sale again to buy and stack more.
558343
It will take perhaps an hour. I read it about 6 times a year as a reminder of what to do and equally important, what NOT to do. Take control of your success in today's business world.
1204366
Had
 one like this for 6 years. This is a step up from the one that finally quit. Very satisfied.
2990078
Mine quit working after 2 years. I would expect at least 5 years.
2841643
I bought this rice cooker in 2010. I used it only occasionally as I do not eat much rice. My cooking quantity is always 2 cups as I live alone. I primarily used it to cook brown rice using the GABA mode, where it does a fantastic job. My major complain has to do with how well it stands up to weekly (not daily use). After 6 years, the inner container is scratched (although I only wash in the dishwasher). And today, the RESET button stopped working. I always unplugged the unit when not in use. I would expect the unit to last a lot longer given that my 6 years of use is probably equivalent to somebody else 2 years of daily use, or less.
944059
I replace every 5 years.  Hope it works.  If it does not I will not be able to tell you.
3793670
A good book of the period 1995-2007, but things might have moved on now.  I'd be looking for something that has been written post 2007, post crash, to be certain the advice is current.  Still has a lot going for it though, just be careful how you apply it until things have settled down.  (review written July 2009)
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I live 200 ft from the Ocean in central Florida So i have used this product for 6 years now. I put on a light coat, wait a day and put a second coat. Then once a year a light coat and I have exposed metal that has not corroded in the 6 years of use.  Do not try a think coat as it puddles and runs. Two light coats and a year maintenance coat is all that is needed.
2494748
If you follow the advise in this dook, it will take you to start only *trying* to trade in 10 - 15 years. Unfortunately, it's too long.
3791759
I have had to change my life around over the last few years, this has been a good place to start when going back to scratch. Remember to take your time and progress as you feel ready. If it can help me it may well help you too!

I used this in conjunction with Yoga for beginners and beyond
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After more than 15 years in my home, I needed some guidance as to how to get it all done.  This book is full of common sense advice that will make your move (and your landing at the new place) far easier.  You can frequently pick up lightly used boxes from ads for free or nominal cost.  And this book will help you get them packed and labeled so unpacking is as stress free as possible.  You'll also be reminded of several things that need to be done in a fairly rigid timeline, so for that reason alone, you need a plan.
1818120
Still good after all this time ... I just hope they at lease reach there tenth year ... two things to do is ... to close out the god story and a family closure
3099168
Well it was nice while it lasted. 3 years. Maybe that is the life of the product. Not sure. My husband has his luggage from 20 years ago. Just don't make them like they used to. Wheel broke. Hoping to find replacement pieces.
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I've used these in my kitchen for 6 years now ( though they only tend to work for about 2-3 years). I have 3 of them so that when 1 goes out I have backups. Cook great, work fast, heats quickly, stays cool, and is pretty quiet.

Just be ready to replace it after a while.