Casio to Release MR-G with Iconic Form and Comfortable Dura Soft Band
Newest Addition to the Flagship Line of the G-SHOCK Brand Features
Sophisticated Polishes and Is More Than Ready for Active Use
December 1, 2023
MRG-B5000R
TOKYO, December 1, 2023 — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of a new addition to the MR-G line, the flagship of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches. The new MRG-B5000R inherits the iconic shape of the very first G-SHOCK — representing the brand’s point of origin — and features a highly comfortable Dura Soft band.
Based on the concept of delivering “the ultimate in toughness-driven watches,” the MR-G line sits at the pinnacle of the G-SHOCK brand, incorporating state-of-the-art technology and master metalworking techniques. Inheriting the iconic form of the original G-SHOCK, the original MRG-B5000 was released in 2022. Featuring a bezel with the Multi-Guard Structure to enable precision polishing, the watch employed cutting-edge materials including COBARION®, a super-hard alloy, finished with master polishing craftsmanship. With features such as these, it has proven very popular as the flagship model of the G-SHOCK brand.
The new MRG-B5000R builds on the MRG-B5000, employing a soft, comfortable Dura Soft band to offer flexible ease of use befitting the flagship line of the G-SHOCK brand and deliver suitability for both formal occasions and active situations. The Dura Soft band offers strong resistance to discoloration, staining, and deterioration over time, while insert-molding of titanium components also enhances the strength of the band’s connection to the case. The band features a soft, comfortable textural feel, offering a snug fit even when engaging in rigorous activities. A one-touch, 3-fold titanium clasp adds stylish flair to the design.
The watch design is an homage to the color scheme of the DW-5000C-1B, the gold-accented version of the very first G-SHOCK. A diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating is applied to the case and a gold IP finish to the side buttons. The face features gold accents as well. The band incorporates textured patterns inheriting design motifs still going strong since the very first G-SHOCK, including “SHOCK RESIST” symbols and the brick pattern. While inheriting design elements from the original model, the watch combines characteristic G-SHOCK toughness and beauty with a look all its own.
Dura Soft band ensuring an extremely comfortable fit
MRG-B5000R
Bezel with a 25-part structure enabling precision polishing down to the finest details
Color scheme pays homage to the gold-accented DW-5000C-1B version of the very first G-SHOCK
Specifications
Construction
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Shock-resistant
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Water Resistance
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200 meters
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Radio Frequency
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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
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Automatic reception up to six times a day (except for use in China: up to five times a day), manual reception
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Communication
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Communication
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Bluetooth® low energy
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Signal Range
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Up to 2 meters (may differ depending on surrounding conditions)
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World Time
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5 world times selected from 39 cities (39 time zones,*auto summer time (DST) switching) and Coordinated Universal Time, home time/world time city swapping
* May be updated when connected to a smartphone. |
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Stopwatch
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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
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Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 24 hours)
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Alarm
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5 daily alarms (with 1 snooze alarm); hourly time signal
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Mobile Link Features*1
(Wireless linking with Bluetooth® devices) |
Auto time adjustment
Easy watch setting Approximately 300 world time cities + user-added point Time & place Reminder Watch status display Self check Phone finder Premium Production Line certificate* *View the Premium Production Line certificate within the app. |
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Other Functions
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Low battery alert, power saving, full auto-calendar, 12/24-hour format, button operation tone on/off, date/month display swapping, day display (in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian or Russian), full auto LED backlight (Super Illuminator and afterglow: 2/4 seconds, fade-in/fade-out afterglow)
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Power Source
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Tough Solar power system (solar-charging system)
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Continuous Operation
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About 10 months after full charge, using all functions but without solar charging
About 22 months with the power-saving function ON after full charge |
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Size of Case
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49.4 × 43.2 × 12.9 mm
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Total Weight
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Approx. 103g
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*1 Requires downloading the dedicated CASIO WATCHES app.
・COBARION® is a registered trademark of the Iwate Industry Promotion Center and is manufactured exclusively by Eiwa Corporation.
・The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use of such marks by Casio Computer Co., Ltd. is under license.