G-SHOCK announced new MR-G featuring iconic design of first G-SHOCK. The MR-G series, the flagship line of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches is getting a new addition to its line-up. The new MR-G B5000 is the first MR-G timepiece to feature the iconic design of the very first G-SHOCK watch.
The G-SHOCK DW-5000C is the first-ever G-SHOCK released in 1983. Now, the G-SHOCK MR-G B5000 watch brings a brilliant shine and dignified distinction to the shock-resistant watch by employing cutting-edge metals finished with master polishing craftsmanship.
Casio developed the new Multi-Guard Structure, allowing them to apply sophisticated polished finishes to even the tiniest corners of the complex bezel form made of 25 different components. The new structure incorporates shock-absorbent parts in the multi-component bezel to ensure excellent shock resistance, while also allowing polished finishes to be applied to each component, down to the most challenging spots, for a stunningly beautiful finish. The band employs a unique structure as well. The separate pins are pressed in round holes in each metal link which allows detailed polishing for an equally beautiful finish on the band.
The quality of the master polishing craftsmanship shows on the cutting-edge, made-in-Japan materials used for the MRG-B5000. COBARION, which has a hardness about four times that of pure titanium and a brilliant gleam comparable to platinum, is used for the top surface of the bezel. The band is made of DAT55G, a titanium alloy that is about three times harder than pure titanium and highly workable, making it scratch-resistant and ensuring a long-lasting, beautiful mirror finish.
Masterfully crafted polishing and meticulously selected materials come together to create a timepiece worthy of that original design, but with the trademark quality of the MR-G line, which stands at the pinnacle of the diverse family of G-SHOCK watches.
The MRG-B5000 comes with a radio-controlled calibration and smartphone link connectivity. The watch connects with the dedicated CASIO WATCHES smartphone app to automatically adjust to the correct time. It also comes equipped with a solar charging system and a high-brightness LED light for added convenience.
As with other MR-G watches, the MRG-B5000 is crafted on the high-end Premium Production Line at Yamagata Casio, the “mother factory” of Casio watch production.
S$5,999
S$4,999
Pricing and Availability
The G-SHOCK MRG-B5000 will be available in G-SHOCK stores at Marina Bay Sands, ION and VIVO City.
For more information on G-SHOCK MRG-B5000B-1DR, please visit their website, as for G-SHOCK MRG-B5000D-1DR, please visit this website link.
Technical Specifications
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Model |
Color |
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MRG-B5000B-1DR |
Black |
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MRG-B5000D-1DR |
Silver |
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Construction |
Shock-resistant | |
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Water Resistance |
200 meters | |
| Radio Frequency | 77.5 kHz (DCF77: Germany); 60 kHz (MSF: UK); 60 kHz (WWVB: USA); 40 kHz (JJY: Fukushima, Japan) / 60 kHz (JJY: Kyushu, Japan); 68.5 kHz (BPC: China) | |
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Radio Wave Reception |
Automatic reception up to six times a day (except for use in China: up to five times a day) | |
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Communication |
Communication |
Bluetooth® low energy |
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Signal Range |
Up to 2 meters (may differ depending on surrounding conditions) | |
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World Time |
5 world times selected from 39 cities (39 time zones,* daylight saving on/off) and Coordinated Universal Time, city name display, home time/world time city swapping, auto summer time (DST) switching
* May be updated when connected to a smartphone. |
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Stopwatch |
1/100 second (00’00”00 to 59’59”99) / 1 second (1:00’00” to 23:59’59”); measuring capacity: 23:59’59.99″; measuring modes: elapsed time, split time, 1st and 2nd place times | |
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Countdown Timer |
Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 24 hours) | |
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Alarm |
5 daily alarms (with 1 snooze alarm); hourly time signal | |
| Other Functions | Smartphone Link functions ( Approximately 300 world time cities + user-added point, Auto time adjustment, Easy watch setting, Time & place, Reminder, Phone finder, Watch status display, Self check, Premium production line certificate); date/month display swapping; day display (in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian or Russian); full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour format; button operation tone on/off; full auto LED backlight (Super Illuminator and afterglow: 2/4 seconds, fade-in/fade-out afterglow); low battery alert | |
| Power Source | Tough Solar power system (solar-charging system) | |
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Continuous Operation |
About 22 months with the power-saving function* ON after full charge
* Power-saving after a certain period in a dark location |
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Size of Case |
49.4 × 43.2 × 12.9 mm | |
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Total Weight |
Approx. 114g | |
* Information and pictures courtesy of G-SHOCK and Brand Cellar *