I couldn't stand the legibility issue with GW-9400-1B (even on broad broad daylight!). Bought a positive display version GW-9400-1 yesterday. I'm happier now! Here's a picture of them next to each other
Casio Rangeman Japan version Carbon Band GW-9400J-1JF / GW-9400-1
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