This Limited Casio G-SHOCK MRGG1000B-1A4 Watch May Be Their Coolest Ever

It’s always exciting when a watch manufacturer decides to propel the brand to the next level with innovative technology, style and exceptional engineering.

The hardcore G-Shock and MR-G fans already know the MRG-Series for state-of-the-art timekeeping technology that is coupled with a level of craftsmanship that rivals its competitors.

Although this model has been out for a while, it still has a striking appearance; if you know your watches you only need one glance to know it comes from the G-Shock lineage.

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For those raven fans with a few extra bones at the end of the month, the high-end premium MR-G series has up’d their game with a Samurai-inspired edition of its MR-G model – the new MRGG1000B.

If you are unfamiliar with the MRG or “MR. G” series, this progressive line represent the top end of the of the G-Shock lineup.

It is meant to be a more mature and sophisticated version of the traditional G-Shock watches that you and I grew up with.

The MRG collection is assembled by hand and made in Japan, they known for their durability and ruggedness like the standard G-Shock range but also known for the thoroughly advanced technology and ingenuity that goes into each watch.

They are bigger than the typical G-Shock line but very comfortable to wear due to the titanium construction.

Photo via G-Shock

The titanium case and band undergo a special deep hardening treatment that renders the metal five times harder than regular titanium.

Diamond-like carbon coating and sapphire glass crystal provide outstanding scratch resistance and durability.

GPS Hybrid Wave Ceptor technology allows for the most accurate timekeeping, anywhere in the world.

The new MRG-G1000B-1A4 features crimson accents that evoke the red lacquered armor which signified the power and strength of elite samurai during the Warring States period of old Japan.

Photo via HODINKEE

Crimson accents are applied to the bezel and dial logos, second hand, and inset dial hands, adding to the solid and rugged look of the MR-G.

The large side buttons, crown, and front screws are chiseled from metal and finished with gold ion plating, highlighting the black and red theme and lending a refined look to the watch.

The MRG-G1000B-1A4 comes with a timekeeping system that receives both GPS satellite signals and radio wave time-calibration signals, and features Dual Dial World Time, which displays times in two cities simultaneously.

Photo via HODINKEE

While it looks cool and the technology behind it is impressive, some still struggle with the price. Granted, you probably are a huge G-shock fan to consider this watch.

However, if you are a fan the MRG-G1000B-1A4, you might also consider the limited edition luxury MR-G GPS Hybrid Gold Hammer Tone as well.

The Hammer Tone edition are decorated using the tsuiki hammering technique as applied by master craftsman Bihou Asano at $6200.00.

I applaud Casio’s timepiece evolution as they have made some spectacular watches of the years. I am also curious to see where Casio continues to take the brand and the MR-G collection.

Dimensions: 54.7 mm × 49.8 mm × 16.9 mm / Weight: 131 g

Features:

• GPS Hybrid Radio-Controlled time sync
• Sapphire Glass
• 200M Water Resistant

Specifications:

• Date and day of the week display
• Full Auto Calendar
• LED Light (Super Illuminator, with afterglow function)
• Shock Resistant
• 200m Water Resistant
• GPS HYPRID Wave Ceptor
• Anti-reflective coating sapphire glass
• DLC treatment + deep curing process
• Screw lock crown

If you would like to take a look at a cheaper version, click here.

Photo: via G-Shock