Casio to Release Full-Metal G-SHOCK Watches with Octagonal Bezel
Adding to the popular 2100 line featuring a streamlined, minimalist design
July 28, 2022
GM-B2100D
TOKYO, July 28, 2022 — Casio Computer Co., Ltd. announced today the latest additions to its G-SHOCK shock-resistant watches. These three new GM-B2100 watches, with a full-metal design now adopted for iconic octagonal bezel of the 2100 line.
Since the 2019 release of the GA-2100 — a contemporary interpretation of the very first G-SHOCK, the DW-5000C — the slim, simple, streamlined design of the 2100 line has proven popular, especially among younger consumers.
This new shock-resistant GM-B2100 watches employ stainless steel as the exterior material for the case, band, and bezel, pushing the 2100 line forward in both full-metal construction and sharp design. In order to ensure shock resistance in these metal-clad timepieces, the shock-resistant structure created for the iconic shape of the full-metal GMW-B5000 was adopted for the screw-back case, band, and bezel joints of these watches as well, with buffering components made of fine resin installed between the bezel and case.
The bezel, put through meticulous processes — first forging, then cutting and polishing — are precisely crafted for an intricately shaped face that is eye-catchingly solid and stylish. To accentuate the beauty of the metal, the components are treated with different finishes — the bezel with a circular hairline finish on its top surface, the band with a vertical hairline finish, and the bezel bevel, buttons and case back with a mirror finish. The dial is composed of multiple parts to create depth and dimension, while the inset dial ring at the 9 o’clock position and the index marks are treated with a vapor deposition finish for a watch face with a truly quality look.
The three new watches are the silver GM-B2100D with stainless steel gleam, the chic GM-B2100BD with black ion plating, and the GM-B2100GD with bright rose gold, for versatility suited to every style and occasion.
The new watches also deliver practical utility with a Tough Solar charging system that eliminates the need to regularly replace the battery. They are also equipped with Smartphone Link* connectivity via Bluetooth® for accurate timekeeping and easy setting of alarms, countdown timer, world time and other functions from a smartphone app.
* Requires downloading the dedicated CASIO WATCHES app.
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Color |
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GM-B2100D |
Silver |
| GM-B2100BD | Black |
| GM-B2100GD | Rose Gold |
GM-B2100D
GM-B2100BD
GM-B2100GD
Specifications
Construction
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Shock-resistant
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Water Resistance
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200 meters
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Communication Specifications
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Communication Standard
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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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38 time zones* (38 cities + coordinated universal time), daylight saving on/off, auto summer time (DST) switching, home city/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”00~59’59”99) /1 second (1:00’00” ~23:59’59”); measuring capacity: 23:59’59.99"; measuring modes: elapsed time, lap/split time
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Countdown Timer
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Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 1 hours)
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Alarm
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5 daily alarms; hourly time signal
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Mobile Link Features
(Wireless linking with Bluetooth® devices) |
Auto time adjustment
Easy watch setting Approximately 300 world time cities Time & place Reminder Phone finder |
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Other Functions
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Hand shift feature; 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; battery level indicator; double LED light (Super Illuminator and afterglow: 1.5 seconds or 3 seconds)
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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 7 months after full charge, using all functions but without solar charging
About 18 months with the power-saving function ON after full charge |
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Size of Case
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49.8×44.4×12.8mm
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Total Weight
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Approx. 165g
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