G-Shock Announces the First Frogman with a Full Analog Display
While all G-Shocks are by their very nature extremely capable when it comes to water based activities, their Frogman line exists as a dedicated series of tough watches that are purpose built for diving. In addition to meeting ISO guidelines for dive watch certification, watches in the Frogman lineup include helpful features like a dedicated dive time tracker and tide indicators. With the latest Frogman, the GWFA1000, G-Shock?s diver has gone analog for the first time ever, retaining much of the technical prowess of prior digital offerings. Let?s take a closer look.
G-Shock GWFA1000
Case Material: Resin (carbon fiber reinforced)
Dial: Black
Dimensions: 56.7 x 53.3 x 19.7mm
Crystal: Sapphire       Â
Water Resistance: 200 meters  Crown: n/a                       Â
Movement: Module 3184Â
Strap/bracelet: Rubber
Price: $800
Reference Number: GWFA1000-1A, GWFA1000-1A4, and GWFA1000-1A2
Expected Release: JuneÂ
The new Frogman starts with a monocoque case made from carbon reinforced resin, which G-Shock says results in a lower water absorption coefficient, thus allowing for more reliable water resistance and case strength at great depth. The integration of the caseback with the rest of the case further adds to the rigidity of the design and overall waterproofness.Â
The diving features of the GWFA1000 are fairly ingenious – G-Shock has done well to keep the key Frogman features in an entirely analog display without sa...
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