Celebrating the 40th anniversary of G-SHOCK, the "Recrystallized" series introduces two commemorative models that shine with the recrystallization process.

The first G-SHOCK model was released in April 1983. To celebrate its 40th anniversary, the brand has announced the "G-SHOCK 40th Anniversary RECRYSTALLIZED" series, which uses recrystallized stainless steel cases. Let's take a look at the two models, the gold-colored "GMW-B5000PG-9JR" and the silver-colored "GMW-B5000PS-1JR," both of which feature beautiful, sparkling exteriors.

The case is made of recrystallized stainless steel for superior durability.

　Since the first model, the DW-5000C, was released in April 1983, G-SHOCK has established itself as a benchmark in terms of shock resistance, durability, and design.

　G-SHOCK has collaborated with a variety of fields, including fashion, sports, art, and music, and has become known around the world. It has even been seen on the wrists of Hollywood movie stars.

　The year 2023 marks the 40th anniversary of the launch of G-SHOCK. To celebrate this milestone, the "G-SHOCK 40th Anniversary RECRYSTALLIZED" series introduces two special models in stainless steel and gold, which are new interpretations of the original model.

　Although the design remains largely unchanged, both models feature recrystallized stainless steel and deep hardening processes to create an exterior with a unique shine.

　In more detail, by heat-treating and recrystallizing the stainless steel, a crystalline pattern emerges on the matte surface, making it appear as if tiny metal fragments are scattered on the surface. As a result, the pattern, color tone, and luster of each part are different.

　Deep hardening is a technology that penetrates the surface of stainless steel with carbon to form a hard layer. Unlike a coating, it hardens the material itself to increase durability. This makes stainless steel three times harder than conventional steel.

　These two processes result in a highly original, sparkling exterior. Furthermore, the application of coatings such as IP (ion plating), DLC (diamond-like carbon), and TIC (titanium carbide) allows for beautiful coloring.

　In terms of functionality, the watch not only uses radio wave time correction, but also has a mobile link function that connects to a smartphone via Bluetooth. Even if you travel across time zones, the watch will obtain accurate time information from a time server via your smartphone and automatically correct the time.

　Practical functions such as alarms and world time can also be easily set from a paired smartphone.

　In addition, it has a reminder function and a mobile phone finder function, making it a very useful watch for everyday life. It has a unique design, but it's also a very useful watch for everyday life.