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Round-UpLet Out The Explorer In You With These Casio G-Shock Watches

Well-known as some of the toughest watches in the horological world, the Casio G-Shock collection has a variety of timepieces within its ambit catering to a variety of personalities. Here's a look at some of the best G-Shock watches in the market today

Priyam Bagga June 21, 2019

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Meant for those who aren’t happy showing off their watches while sitting in boardrooms and attending meetings, Casio G-Shock watches are donned by those who are adventurous and outdoorsy. The G-Shock series’ name is derived from the shock resistant quality of the watches that ‘never break’, and don’t break the bank either. These watches first hit the market way back in 1983 and took the world by storm. Each watch in the collection offers electric shock resistance, gravity resistance, low temperature resistance, vibration resistance and water resistance, along with shock resistance and toughness, making them some of the most durable and rugged watches in the horological world today.

If you’ve been bitten by the adventure bug, and would like a watch, packed to the brim with features, one that can accompany you through tough situations, then selection of Casio G-Shock watches is meant for you.

G-Lide

If you want a rugged watch that also looks pretty as a picture on your wrist (the blue variant is especially gorgeous), look no further than the G-Lide watches. Offering the wearer a water resistance of 200m and a low temperature resistance of -20 degrees, these digital watches, whose dials are covered with tough mineral crystal, can handle almost anything you throw at them, making them perfect for extreme sports and some rough and tumble. With the ability to switch 29 time zones, including the option for daylight saving, these watches also have an auto calendar (till 2099) and five multi-function alarms. Fashioned with a durable resin band and equipped with a two-year battery life, G-Lide watches are great additions to any adventurer’s collection.

G’MIX

Are you an ardent fan of music? Casio has got your needs covered with its G’MIX series. The durability of the G-Shock collection remains here, with the addition of features that will enable you to keep dancing to your own tune. Bluetooth connectivity allows one to control their phone through this watch. The rotary switch at three o’clock can be used to switch songs, control the music volume, or even adjust the equaliser. You can also search for a song playing in your area and display its title on your watch—a neat feature for those looking to add some fresh tunes to their playlist. Press a button, and you can even make your phone produce some tunes of your own making! There is also a phone finder option, so that you’re never too far away from your favourite jams. The dial at nine o’clock even resembles a turntable—a nod to this watch’s deep connection with all things musical.

Gravitymaster

Designed specifically for the rigours of flight, the Gravitymaster collection is meant for pilots who prefer functionality above all else. A large 7×33-dot LCD dial—the first of its kind in the G-shock line-up—featuring large indices, has clear information that makes timekeeping easy, unlike the cluttered dials of some watches. These watches have five alarms, including year, month, and day, making them suitable for even pilots to keep track of their flight schedules. Six buttons on the case, including one for the dial light, ensure that you have easy access to all watch functions. Tough Solar, Casio’s solar-charging system, provides energy for heavy functions. This system converts not just sunlight, but also artificial light, into power. This timepiece also comes with Bluetooth connectivity. The Casio G-shock Gravitymaster will always ensure that you’re off to a flying start.

G-Steel

Elegant watches that are just as at home outdoors as they are in an office setting, the G-Steel series ensure that you’re always looking sharp and dapper. Offering the same durability that the G-Shock collection is famous for, these analogue-digital watches have been designed with a ‘layer guard structure’, wherein the brand has fused different metal and resin materials for outstanding shock resistance. Even the strap is incredibly tough—resin has been combined with synthetic leather for a water-resistant band that has better wear resistance and tensile strength than regular leather straps. The G-Steel series has been designed with an antiquated look, beautifully melding the appeal of the past with the technology of the future. These watches have also been integrated with Tough Solar technology. The G-Steel collection is sure to take any casual or formal outfit up by several notches.

Gulfmaster

For those who are more comfortable cruising on the high seas than on dry land, the Gulfmaster collection has been specially designed keeping the maritime adventurer in mind. Equipped with features such as a digital compass, altimeter, barometer and thermometer, along with tide graph (tide level for specific date and time) and moon data, this is one powerhouse of a watch. Tough Solar ensures that this timepiece never leaves you high and dry. Smart Access allows one to switch between the different functions of the watch with absolute ease. The next time you plan an adventure in the middle of the ocean (we hear there are cryptozoologists looking for the Megalodon!), the Gulfmaster collection would be your ideal partner in crime.

Limited Edition Models

The G-Shock series also include watches that have been crafted in tandem with influential designers, artists and musicians. One of the models in this funky collection is a black watch with blue highlights, and the other is a beautiful grey with pink accents. Both watches sit at 51.2mm, are shock resistant, magnetic resistant, and offer wearers a 200m water resistance. Packed with other features such as a stopwatch, alarms, world time (across 29 time zones), and a full auto calendar, these watches are functional as well as fashionable. Since these are limited edition models, act quickly to get your hands on one of these coveted watches.

Mudmaster

While Casio has a vast repertoire, catering to vast tastes—from watches that can accompany you deep beneath the waves to timepieces that defy gravity—here’s a watch made specifically to tackle terra firma. The Mudmaster collection makes use of gaskets around every actuating object on the exterior of the watch, ensuring that dirt and sludge are kept out. This timepiece also features a thermometer capable of measuring temperatures from -10 to 60 degrees Celsius and a compass with a magnetic declination (or variation) correction. A case size of 56mm lends it a commanding presence on the wrist, along with a rugged aesthetic.

Rangeman

The G-Shock series’ prime focus is to create watches meant for the outdoorsman. With a reputation for durability and a penchant for accuracy, you could pick up any one of the many timepieces featured here and rest assured that it’ll last you a long time. But if your aim is to survive the zombie apocalypse (or something equally tough, such as dinner with your in-laws perhaps), Casio has you covered with the Rangeman GPR-B1000. A tagline like ‘Be a survivor’ is just a hint at the capabilities of this timepiece. A multitude of features, such as a compass, barometer, altimeter, solar charging, built-in GPS mapping, logging, and backtracking makes this the ultimate survival tool. With a massive case size of 60mm, this shock and mud resistant timepiece has quite the presence on your wrist. Topping it all off is the Bluetooth function that lets the watch pair with your phone, making it the modern solution for the extreme outdoors.

Special Colour Models

Runways around the world have one thing in common this decade—colour pop! And following suit is Casio with the Special Colour Models. These simple G-Shock models run a quartz movement that gives it a number of features such as an alarm, an annual calendar, dual time zone indication, a stopwatch and world time. But what’s more important is how perfect an accessory this watch is with its various colourways. What’s even better is the affordable price tag these quirky watches come with, making it possible to own more than one without burning a hole in your pocket. The brand has been around long enough to know what’s in and what’s not. And These funky watches prove just that.

Standard Analog-Digital Models

Analog-Digital watches are useful for those who want the best of both worlds—the charm of analogue and the functionality of digital. Boasting features such as alarms, an annual calendar, dual time zones, a stop watch and the world time, the Standard Analog-Digital models are functional watches that look gorgeous on the wrist. The red variant looks particularly eye-catching. The black variant, with its blue accent, is for those who prefer a more subtle aesthetic in their timepieces.