Casio to Release G-SHOCK Watches in See-Through Materials Showing Internal Componentry
Designs Embody G-SHOCK Spirit of Challenge
June 15, 2023
TOKYO, June 15, 2023 — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the release of new additions to its line of shock-resistant G-SHOCK watches designed to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the G-SHOCK brand. The seven CLEAR REMIX models make use of see-through materials for designs that offer a view of the watches’ internal componentry.
The G-SHOCK project began with the idea of developing “a tough watch that wouldn’t break, even if dropped,” a concept that overturned the conventional wisdom of the time. In a process of repeated testing, the construction and materials were redesigned again and again. This tireless pursuit in the face of challenges bore fruit in 1983 with the debut of the G-SHOCK. Casio has since released an array of different G-SHOCK watches that carry on this evolution in function and design. Today, the G-SHOCK brand is loved around the world, with more than 140 million units shipped to date.
The 40th anniversary CLEAR REMIX shock-resistant watches embody the G-SHOCK spirit of challenge in designs that offer a view of the internal componentry, including the module and circuit board. Seven popular G-SHOCK models, including the very first G-SHOCK with its iconic design, have been carefully selected and redesigned with see-through materials used for the case, band, LCD, buttons, and other elements.
DW-5040RX*/DWE-5640RX*
Based on the form of the first G-SHOCK, these models feature a see-through LCD, allowing the G mark-adorned circuit board to show through. The DWE-5640RX adds a band in a contrasting mix of resin and metal materials.
DW-6940RX*
The original DW-6900 with its three indicators, now with a see-through LCD, dial, and center case, leaving the G mark pattern on the underlying circuit board subtly visible.
* At certain viewing angles, the interior of the dial may be difficult to see.
GA-114RX/GMA-S114RX
These digital-analog combination watches, based on the GA-110 and GMA-S110, feature a see-through center case and see-through resin side buttons for a unified clear color scheme.
GA-2140RX/GMA-S2140RX
These models add a see-through dial to the GA-2100 and GMA-S2100, which feature an octagonal bezel. The index marks and dial ring are also see-through for a clear view of the module below the dial.
DW-6940RX internal componentry
DW-5040RX
DWE-5640RX
DW-6940RX
GA-114RX
GMA-S114RX
GA-2140RX
GMA-S2140RX
Multi-material band combines
contrasting materials.
DWE-5640RX
Special design commemorating 40th anniversary
Special packaging made with recycled materials
Specifications
DW-5040RX/DWE-5640RX/DW-6940RX
Construction
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Shock-resistant
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Water Resistance
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200 meters
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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; 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); auto-repeat
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Alarm
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Multi-function alarm, hourly time signal
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Other Functions
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Full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour format; LED backlight (Super Illuminator with afterglow); flash alert (flashes with buzzer that sounds for alarms, hourly time signals and countdown timer time up alarm)
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Accuracy at Normal Temperature
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±15 seconds per month
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Battery Life
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Approx. 3 years on CR2016
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Size of Case
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DW-5040RX: 48.9×42.8×13.5mm
DWE-5640RX: 48.9×43.8×13.7mm DW-6940RX: 53.2×50.0×18.7mm |
Total Weight
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DW-5040RX: Approx. 78g
DWE-5640RX: Approx. 94g DW-6940RX: Approx. 72g |
GA-114RX/GMA-S114RX
Construction
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Shock-resistant
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Water Resistance
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200 meters
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Magnetic Resistance
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ISO 764-compliant
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World Time
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48 cities (29 time zones, daylight saving on/off) and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC), home city/world time city swapping
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Stopwatch
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1/1000 second; measuring capacity: 99:59’59.999”; measuring modes: elapsed time, lap time, split time, others: speed (0 to 1998 units/hour), distance input (0.0 to 99.9)
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Countdown Timer
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Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 24 hours); auto-repeat
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Alarm
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5 daily alarms (with 1 snooze alarm), hourly time signal
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Other Functions
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Full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour format; LED light (auto light switch with afterglow: 1.5 seconds or 3 seconds)
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Accuracy at Normal Temperature
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±15 seconds per month
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Battery Life
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Approx. 2 years on CR1220
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Size of Case
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GA-114RX: 55.0×51.2×16.9mm
GMA-S114RX: 49.0×45.9×15.8mm |
Total Weight
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GA-114RX: Approx. 78g
GMA-S114RX: Approx. 61g |
GA-2140RX/GMA-S2140RX
Construction
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Shock-resistant
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|---|---|
Water Resistance
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200 meters
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World Time
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48 cities (31 time zones, daylight saving on/off) and Coordinated Universal Time (UTC)
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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"; 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, hourly time signal
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Other Functions
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Full auto-calendar; 12/24-hour format; button operation tone on/off; hand shift feature; double LED light (Super Illuminator with afterglow: 1.5 seconds or 3 seconds)
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Accuracy at Normal Temperature
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±15 seconds per month
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Battery Life
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Approx. 3 years on SR726W × 2
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Size of Case
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GA-2140RX: 48.5×45.4×11.8mm
GMA-S2140RX: 46.2×42.9×11.2mm |
Total Weight
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GA-2140RX: Approx. 56g
GMA-S2140RX: Approx. 50g |