In this interview from the magazine, Casio engineer Kikuo Ibe reflects on the moment that sparked G-Shock, the setbacks behind its development, and his vision for the future, including prototypes designed to endure the extreme conditions of space.
For many, a Baby-G or G-Shock was a first wristwatch, or a lifelong companion built to withstand harsh conditions. For 50 years, Casio has been part of everyday life, and premium G-Shock models now enjoy cult collector status. Here’s a closer look at Casio’s impact on watchmaking.
Can tough be beautiful? G-SHOCK answers that question with a wholeheartedly yes. Their G-Steel GSTB1000 might take you by surprise at first, because it is not showing off its shock-resisting muscles, which are hidden in a tailor-made G-Steel suit.
Hand-engraved by a master of Japanese metalsmithing, the limited-edition MRGB2000KT unites cutting-edge MR-G engineering with centuries-old artisanal symbolism, crowned by a majestic phoenix in flight.
Sometimes you want to track your performance, yet without all the distractions of a smart watch. The G-Shock GBA950-1A is then an interesting alternative. With its understated looks, for a G-Shock, it hides that it is quite the powerhouse, and a very pleasant daily companion.
America’s largest luxury watch extravaganza, WatchTime New York, returns for its fifth consecutive year at Midtown Manhattan’s Gotham Hall on October 25 - 26, 2019. This year’s event, now less than a week away, is shaping up to be the biggest yet, with 37 participating watch brands displaying their latest and greatest timepieces. Among these brands is Casio's G-Shock, which will showcase the latest additions to its premium MTG-B1000 series.
