This is an excellent G-Shock if you think the GWG-1000 Mudmaster is too big for your wrist and/or don't need an Altimeter, Barometer, Atomic Time Sync, or Solar.  I personally think it looks better than its big brother but really do wish it had all the missing functions. The watch does however maintain the compass and temperature functions. The compass is pretty accurate and easy to use and the temperature is only accurate if you don't wear the watch and take readings after say 15 minutes sitting time. Do I miss Atomic Time Sync and Solar charging...yes... but its a compromise because the size and price are better than the more expensive GWG-1000.  Also, there is no back light for the LCD displays meaning your won't be able to see them in the dark. The regular backlight lights only the interior dial for reading the hands and numbers. There is another version of this watch called the GWG-100 which has Solar and Atomic Time Sync, has an LCD back light, but the dial layout/design is very different than this watch. Its worth looking at if you absolutely need Solar and Atomic Time sync and don't need the price or the extra functions of the GWG-1000 Mudmasters.  I still went with this watch because I like the watch face better than the GWG-100.

Pros: Good looks; Low price; Excellent build quality; Exellent size and wear; 2+ year battery life; Lightweight; Lots of Timers and  World Times
Cons: Mineral crystal, No Barometer, Altimeter; No LCD backlight; No Solar; No Atomic Time Sync