Casio have released the newest additions to its family of shock-resistant G-SHOCK watches. The new G-B001 watches take the form of the DW-001 released in 1994, now adding a playful touch with detachable bezel.
With its Capsule Tough design, which fully enveloped the case in resin to provide a unique shock resistant structure, the original DW-001 introduced a new sensibility by departing from the conventional rugged, hard designs. The power and strength of G-SHOCK conveyed in a new curved, soft form proved popular.
The new G-B001 watches take the DW-001 design concept further, combining the idea of wrapping the watch with the thrill of popping open a toy capsule from a vending machine. The detachable bezel on this shock-resistant watch allows users to mix and match components to choose a favourite look that best suits their style for the day.
Retaining the soft DW-001 form, the new watches feature a double-bezel design that allows users to detach the resin bezel to reveal the metal bezel below, much like the design of a toy capsule. The resin bezel stays true to the DW-001 design with a two-tone colour scheme, while hairline and mirror finishes on the individual components of the metal bezel offer a more sophisticated look and feel. This design highlights the different character of the resin and metal bezels, delivering a watch that is pop and sophisticated at the same time.
The G-B001MVE also includes an interchangeable resin bezel and band, offering even more design combinations for users to mix and match to their taste.
| Model | Bezel Colors (Resin x Metal) |
| G-B001MVE | Yellow × Rainbow |
| G-B001MVB | Gray × Gold |
| G-B001MVA | Black × Silver |
Specifications
| Construction | Shock-resistant | |
| Water Resistance | 200 meters | |
| Communication Specifications | Communication Standard | Bluetooth® low energy |
| Signal Range | Up to 2 meters (may differ depending on surrounding conditions) | |
| World Time | 38 time zones* (38 cities + coordinated universal time), auto summer time (DST) switching, home city/world time city swapping * May be updated when connected to a smartphone. | |
| Stopwatch | 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 | |
| Countdown Timer | Measuring unit: 1 second (maximum 24 hours) | |
| Alarm | 5 daily alarms, hourly time signal | |
| Mobile Link Features (Wireless Linking with Bluetooth® Devices) | Auto time adjustment Easy watch setting Approximately 300 world time cities App information Time & place Phone finder | |
| Other Functions | 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; LED backlight (auto light, Super Illuminator and afterglow: 1.5 seconds or 3 seconds) | |
| Accuracy at Normal Temperature | ±15 seconds per month | |
| Battery Life | Approx. 3 years on CR2016 | |
| Size of Case | 50.3 × 47.0 × 18.7mm (with resin bezel) | |
| Total Weight | Approx. 75g (with resin bezel) |