I own and still own a few G-Shock watches but this is my first Mudman and currently my favorite. The size, weight, functionality and style are perfect for what I was looking for - and the price wasn't bad at all! I like the fact that the compass function is actually a compass. Unlike some other ABC watches I've had, this isn't a digital compass. The seconds hand acts like a compass needle and moves accordingly; The readings are digital, but I can handle that. If you're looking to upgrade your G-Shock collection from the sub-$100 range to something more advanced, this might be what you're looking for!