Sponsored: The Re-Edition of the First G-Shock Gets a New Color Variant
Unlike the MRG-B5000B, which was closely based on the first-generation model and whose dial used the key G-Shock color of red, the defining tone of the new MRG-B5000BA is blue. The concept behind the design is the ?ao-zumi? (blue ink) used in Japanese calligraphy. The deep blue creates a mood of peace and serenity quite different to the effect of the traditional red, bringing out the ?quiet strength? typical of Zen spirituality.
Photographs by Yu Mitamura
Edits & Text by Yuzo Takeishi
The Japanese-Developed Advanced Materials Behind the Ultimate Full-Metal Origin Watch
Another important aspect of Casio?s effort to produce the perfect encapsulation of the Origin concept was the materials used for the exterior of the watch. The regular full-metal Origin watches are made of stainless steel or titanium, but for the MRG-B5000, Casio carefully selected the finest advanced materials with excellent scratch resistance. As well as giving the watch a stunning esthetic appearance befitting the company?s luxury line, this also ensures that the pleasures of its high-quality exterior will continue to be enjoyed for many years into the future.
MRG-B5000BA-1
The latest color variation in the MRG-B5000 series uses the same shock-resistant multi-guard structure and exterior materials as previous iterations, while adding hints of color inspired by traditional Japanese ?ao-zumi? (blue ink) throughout the watch. The sharp-angled design is modeled on the first generation G...
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