While every G-Shock retains the durability of the original, the brand has doubled down on the technology inside, adding everything from satellite timekeeping and solar cells to barometric sensors and step-counters. The lack of weight and mass can be attributed to the use of Casio’s propriety Carbon Core Guard which surrounds the movement and claims to offer full protection. The watches have been designed to allow the carbon composite shell to be visible and this really adds to the ultra-modern look. The dials share a common design and are uncomplicated with the lower right quarter given over to a digital timekeeping unit and the area around the nine-hour showing the day via a pointer.
Directly descended from the classic G-SHOCK DW5000C, this special duotone edition is born of a revolution in color design. MRGB1000D-1A Introducing an elegantly beautiful new titanium model for the mid-size series of the G-SHOCK MR-G flagship lineup. GA2000-2A The three models g shock protection of the GA-2000 lineup were designed with a utilitarian flair. GA2000-5A The three models of the GA-2000 lineup were designed with a utilitarian flair. GA900HC-5A The new GA900HC-5A color model was designed under the theme of exploration of an unknown coastal region.
G-Shock watches have shattered the notion that a watch is a fragile piece of jewelry, and should be handled with care. Designed to resist practically everything, G-Shock watches offer extreme durability and remain unaffected by strong impacts or shaking. By always employing the latest technology, G-Shock continues to transcend conventional thinking about the everyday watch. In the 1990s the G-Shock designs expanded and added colors, styles and materials as well as the Baby-G women’s line. “Those are the flashy tests,” Mr. Abe said, “but there are less flashy ones that are even more important, so the customers feel safe” in trusting the brand.
GBD800-1B GBD800 water resistant digital models features a multi-segment digital display to improve readability and operation while engaged in sports. These models were released in 1996, designed and specifically made for the surfing market. These models were the very first G-Shock watches g shock watch to have a countdown timer. Many of these models came equipped with a pair of strap adapters and a single one-piece resin or nylon band. These styles of band are also known as “crossband” in the Japanese domestic market. Resin bands for these models had open gaps or slits through the band.
It’s slightly busier than the GA-400, and for this reason, Casio is pushing this as “Street Fashion”-oriented. What we see is more of an automotive vibe coming in with the perforated hands on many models that suggest both old-school steering wheels and perforated driving gloves. But, yes, they’ll also color-coordinate with your most high-tech sneakers for mad street style.