Casio has released its latest high-end G-Shock Mudmaster, the GWG-B1000MG-1A9, in the United States.
The watch debuted in Japan last month and is now available stateside at a price of $900.
The new model belongs to the Master of G series and combines Casio's standard durability with a Magma Gold colorway.
It also uses bio-based materials for the case.
Design and Build
The watch features a high-precision forged metal bezel with multi-shade gold ion-plating. Red and orange accents appear on the hands and indexes.
Casio employs garal color molding for the band, mixing different colored resins to create a marbled pattern.
The case uses Carbon Core Guard and bio-based resin, keeping the weight at 114 grams.
The watch offers shock, vibration, and mud resistance, along with 200-meter water resistance. The analog-digital display is protected by a sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating.
Features and Sensors
The Mudmaster is equipped with Casio's Triple Sensor technology, including a digital compass, barometer/altimeter, and thermometer.
It is powered by Tough Solar and keeps time via Multi-Band 6 radio control.
Bluetooth connectivity allows the watch to link with iOS and Android smartphones through the Casio Watches app.
This enables automatic time adjustment, mission logging, and a Location Indicator feature.
The Location Indicator uses the watch's hand at the 3 o'clock position to physically point toward a destination set in the app.
This serves as a navigation tool in low-visibility environments.
Battery life is rated at about six months of normal use without light exposure, or up to 24 months in total darkness with power-saving mode.
