Casio G-Shock GW-5000HS-1JF Solar Radio Wave Watch Black

Product Description

Introducing the GW-5000, a monotone color model that carries the legacy of the first G-SHOCK model, the DW-5000C, originally launched in 1983. This watch has evolved to incorporate a radio wave solar system, ensuring precise timekeeping and sustainable energy use. It features Casio's unique solar charging system, which combines a solar panel capable of generating electricity even in low light with a high-capacity rechargeable battery. This ensures stable operation of various functions that require significant power. The GW-5000 also includes a radio-controlled clock that receives time information via radio waves, guaranteeing accurate time display.

Product Specification

- Shock-resistant structure
- Tough Solar (solar recharging system)
- 20 atmospheric pressure waterproofing
- Radio reception function: Automatic reception (up to 6 times/day, 5 times/day for Chinese radio waves)
- Japan: JJY, frequency: 40kHz/60kHz (compatible with Fukushima and Kyushu stations)
- North America: WWVB, frequency: 60kHz
- Europe: MSF/DCF77, frequency: 60kHz/77.5kHz
- World time: 48 cities (31 time zones) + UTC, with home time city switching function
- Stopwatch: 1/100 second (less than 1 hour)/1 second (more than 1 hour), 24-hour counter, with split
- Timer: Set unit: 1 second, maximum set time: 24 hours, measured in 1-second increments
- Five time alarms (one with snooze function) and time signal
- Battery indicator display
- Power-saving function (turns off the display after a certain period of time in the dark to save power)
- Fully automatic calendar
- 12/24-hour display system switching
- Operation sound ON/OFF switch function
- Date display (month/day display switching)
- Day of the week display (selectable in 6 languages: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Russian)
- LED backlight (with full auto-light, super illuminator, afterglow function, and afterglow time switching (1.5 sec./3 sec.))
- Driving time without solar power generation from full charge: approx. 10 months when using functions, approx. 22 months in power-saving mode

Design and Materials

The GW-5000 reproduces the details of the original model, including a heavy metal case, screw back, and face design. It enhances toughness while maintaining the DNA of the first generation model. The metal case and screw back are treated with DLC (diamond-like carbon) to improve wear resistance, and the screw back is mirror-finished for a high-quality appearance. The bezel, band, and other major resin parts are made of biomass plastic, contributing to environmental sustainability.