Casio Computer Co., Ltd. has released the latest addition to its family of G-SHOCK shock-resistant watches, the GWG-B1000 MUDMASTER. The new watch is dust- and mud-resistant and features exterior components in metal for a solid, powerful design.
The GWG-B1000 is an addition to the Master of G line, which is designed for use in extreme conditions. The watch is made with a robust metal exterior that retains G-SHOCK shock resistance in a rugged design with an eye-catching multi-dimensional form.
With a durable metal exterior, triple sensor, and smartphone connectivity, the GWG-B1000 is the perfect watch for outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and professionals who work in extreme conditions
The protector parts at the 12 and 6 o’clock positions guard the watch glass, which is typically the most shock-susceptible. These parts are treated with a diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating to provide even greater abrasion resistance. These parts are cut out of components that are first forged into bezel shapes in a painstaking production process that renders complex shapes in metal. The complex molded form of the front button guard is achieved with a different method, metal injection molding (MIM).
MIM, Metal injection molding, is a technique that combines injection molding and a sintering process. Fine metal powder is mixed with a binder, injection molded in a method similar to that used with plastics, and then sintered to produce high-precision metal parts in complex three-dimensional shapes.
The GWG-B1000 also features a triple sensor that measures compass bearing, altitude/barometric pressure, and temperature. The watch also has solar charging and radio wave reception, as well as smartphone connectivity. When the watch is paired with a smartphone, the dedicated app on the phone offers easy operation of various useful features, including:
- Location Indicator, which points the inset dial indicator hand in the direction of a location recorded on the map within the app
- Mission Log, which records activity history
Casio will continue to develop timepieces with ever more advanced shock resistance and original Casio functionality to support the professionals who constantly push the limits.
The GWG-B1000 MUDMASTER is a powerful and versatile watch that is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts, adventurers, and professionals who work in extreme conditions. The watch’s durable construction and advanced features make it a reliable tool for any task.
The GWG-B1000, available in three colors, is retailing at RM3,895. Pre-orders will be open from October 6-9, 2023 on the Casio E-Commerce Website. The watch will officially launch on October 13, 2023 at G-Factory and G-SHOCK Stores, with availability at Casio Authorized Dealers shortly after.
