Frederique Constant Classic Quartz Moonphase vs Casio G-Shock DW-5600 Square

Frederique Constant's design language vs Casio's approach

The Frederique Constant Classic Quartz Moonphase features a Stainless Steel case at 40mm with Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal protection. The Casio G-Shock DW-5600 Square offers Resin construction at 42.8mm (Square) with Mineral Glass. Both represent their brand's distinct design philosophy and heritage.

Quartz FC-206 vs Quartz Module 3229

The Classic Quartz Moonphase runs the Quartz FC-206 (Swiss Quartz, Battery power reserve) at standard frequency. The G-Shock DW-5600 Square uses the Quartz Module 3229 (Casio Digital Quartz (Battery), 2-Year Battery reserve) at standard. The G-Shock DW-5600 Square offers a longer power reserve.

40mm vs 42.8mm (Square) — different wrist presence

At 40mm, the Classic Quartz Moonphase wears more compactly on smaller wrists compared to the G-Shock DW-5600 Square at 42.8mm (Square). Water resistance differs: 50m (5 ATM) vs 200m (20 ATM).

Casio sits in the lower tier

The Frederique Constant Classic Quartz Moonphase sits at $1,000–$1,500 and the Casio G-Shock DW-5600 Square at $50–$100. On the specs that outlast any price: the Classic Quartz Moonphase uses Anti-Reflective Sapphire Crystal with Battery, against Mineral Glass and 2-Year Battery on the G-Shock DW-5600 Square. Service intervals are typically 5-7 years for both.

50m (5 ATM) vs 200m (20 ATM)

The Classic Quartz Moonphase is rated to 50m (5 ATM) while the G-Shock DW-5600 Square handles 200m (20 ATM). The G-Shock DW-5600 Square offers superior water resistance.