Casio G-Shock 5Bar

A G-SHOCK watch with 5 bar water resistance means it is water resistant up to 50 meters (165 feet). Here’s a breakdown of what that entails and what you should know:

🔧 What Does “5 Bar” Mean?

• 1 bar = 10 meters of water pressure, so 5 bar = 50 meters.

• This is a water resistance rating, not a diving depth.

💧 What You Can Do With a 5 Bar Water Resistant G-SHOCK:

*Note: While 50m sounds like a lot, it’s not meant for actual underwater activities, especially if they involve movement or high water pressure.

⚠️ Important Caveats

• 5 bar = basic water resistance, often found in more casual or fashion-forward G-SHOCK models (not their typical rugged outdoor lines).

• Hot water, steam, and soap can degrade seals faster, so avoid hot showers or saunas.

• Impact (like diving into water) increases pressure beyond static depth ratings — 5 bar doesn’t account for that.

🧭 Summary

A G-SHOCK with 5 bar (50m) water resistance is fine for daily wear, washing hands, and light splashes — but it’s not made for swimming, diving, or high water pressure