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Casio’s Latest G-Shock Has Been Over 40 Years in the Making

An exacting, updated take on the original DW-5000R from 1983.

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By Sean Tirman

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Casio’s G-Shock sub-brand is no stranger to reviving iconic watch designs. However, its latest release takes things to another level entirely.

Dubbed the DW-5000R-1A, this is a faithful recreation of the brand’s very first release, the DW-5000 from 1983, complete with period-correct components.

Casio G-Shock watch
The iconic red, yellow and blue motif is on full display on the DW-5000R-1A’s classic digital face.
G-Shock

A timely recreation

While there have been other G-Shock’s that harken back to the DW-5000, this one is much more exacting. Not only does it have the same iconic digital face, stainless steel case (with a mirror-polished back) and resin band, but even the smallest details — including the position of the dimples — are spot-on recreations of the original.

It also boasts the same array of features we’ve come to expect from a G-Shock watch. These include a Super Illuminator LED backlight, stopwatch and alarm functionality, a full-auto calendar and 200M of water resistance.

Casio G-Shock watch
Every single detail was carefully considered and recreated, from the position of the dimples to the mirror-finished caseback.
G-Shock

Reimagining a classic

While most of the original design remains intact, there are some timely updates to be found on the DW-5000R-1A. For instance, the case size has been modernized up to 42.3mm from the original 41.6mm.

Furthermore, while the bezel and band are still made from resin, that resin is now a bio-based material to help reduce its environmental impact.

Casio G-Shock watch
This timekeeping legend wears well on casual occasions, but it’s also so iconic that it wouldn’t be out of place in an office or somewhere more formal.
G-Shock

Available soon

While the brand has announced that this upcoming recreation is currently being manufactured at Casio’s Yamagata facility — the “mother factory” of G-Shock — there’s no word yet on when, specifically, it will drop or how much it will cost. G-Central, a fan-run blog, suggests the DW-5000R-1A will cost 33,000 Japanese yen (about $217).

Casio’s site listing does imply it will release sometime in December. A release this significant is sure to sell out quickly, so keep your eyes and ears open for more information about pricing and availability.

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