DW-5000R-1AER
DW-5000 The OG is back! Introducing the DW-5000R - a masterful re - creation of the first - ever G-SHOCK. Celebrating over 40 years of groundbreaking design and technological advancements, this new release pays homage to the iconic original. The top features which set it apart from the rest include the iconic screwdown caseback and original brick pattern dial with a stainless steel module under the rubber bezel. Iconic colour accents — red for determination, blue for water resistance, and yellow for shock resistance — remain true to the classic model, as does the signature brick pattern symbolising toughness. Launched on April 12, 1983, the first G-SHOCK revolutionised the watch industry with its unparalleled shock resistance, surpassing ISO standards and thriving in extreme conditions — from intense athletic use to the vibrations of power tools like jackhammers and chainsaws. Beyond its advanced durability, the original G-SHOCK gained acclaim for its bold, distinctive design. This legacy was solidified in 2023 when the Japan Patent Office granted Casio a 3D trademark for the shape of the iconic watch — a first for wristwatches in Japan. Enhanced features like a high-brightness LED backlight and an updated 42.3 mm case size blend modern functionality with timeless aesthetics. The new DW-5000R pays meticulous tribute to its predecessor while integrating cutting-edge G-SHOCK technologies. Its stainless steel case and bio-based resin band replicate the original's design, right down to the dimples and details. Manufactured by master engineers at Yamagata Casio, the birthplace of G-SHOCK, the DW-5000R embodies respect for the craftsmanship that created the original while advancing the brand’s legacy of constant innovation. With features such as 20-bar water resistance, a shock-resistant structure, and essential functions like a stopwatch, countdown timer, and alarms, this model reinforces G-SHOCK's trailblazing vision of durability, design, and performance.
Features
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Made in Japan
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Shock resistant
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20 bar water resistant
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Easy to see in darkness
Specifications
FEATURES
Re-creating the original design of the first G-SHOCK, a milestone in wristwatch history
Since the birth of G-SHOCK over 40 years ago, the brand has maintained a commitment to constant innovation, developing a diverse product portfolio. The design concept of the original model embodied a forward-looking vision. Heir to that very spirit, this special new model, the DW-5000R, incorporates current state-of-the-art G-SHOCK technologies to revive the original iconic design with meticulous faithfulness.
The case is made of stainless steel, just like the original, and the band reproduces the original design too, down to details including its length, form, and even the position of the dimples. Marking a return to the brand’s original vision 40 years on, the design expresses the tireless G-SHOCK determination to keep blazing new trails into the future.
The bezel and band are made with resin, just like the original, but now they use bio-based resin, a material expected to help reduce environmental impact. The high-brightness LED backlight delivers enhanced watch readability. The case size has been updated to 42.3 mm from the original 41.6 mm.
*The second image is included for illustrative purposes only.
Bezel meticulously re-creating the original design
The top surface displaying the “PROTECTION” lettering and “G-SHOCK” logo features a flat design faithfully reproducing the original model’s bezel.
Face design accented with red, blue, and yellow
Iconic color accents featured on the original model are faithfully reproduced: the G-SHOCK brand color, red, signifying a passionate determination to keep pushing the limits; blue, expressing the design’s impressive water resistance; and yellow, representing shock resistance. The iconic brick pattern is incorporated as well, evoking a sense of tough durability.
Beautifully mirror-polished case back
Inheriting the design concept of the first G-SHOCK down to the most subtle details, the screw-back case’s display layout and dynamic “Shock Resistant” lettering evoke the look of the original.
*The orientation of the case back may vary from watch to watch due to details of the manufacturing process.
Yamagata Casio manufacturing
In an expression of respect for the highly skilled engineers who succeeded in crafting the first model, the watch is manufactured by master craftspersons and engineers at Yamagata Casio facilities — the “mother factory” of G-SHOCK — just like the original model.
Super Illuminator (high-brightness LED light) for maintaining watch readability in the dark
*The color tone of the listed products may differ from the actual product in some cases.