Casio G-Shock's 1983 Classic is Back—and It's Glorious

Casio's G-Shock division is no stranger to nostalgia trips, but their latest release might just be the DeLorean of wristwear. Say hello to the DW-5000R-1A, a meticulous resurrection of the original DW-5000 from 1983. Yes, you read that right—it's like the '80s never left, and we're here for it.

A Blast from the Past, Reengineered

While other G-Shock models have nodded to the DW-5000, this rendition is practically a one-to-one time capsule. Casio didn't just dust off the old blueprints; they painstakingly recreated every tiny detail—even the dimples are exactly where they were four decades ago. It's like they had a time machine but decided to use it for something actually useful.

• Iconic Design: The classic digital face flaunts the original red, yellow, and blue motif, making it instantly recognizable to aficionados and newbies alike.
• Authentic Components: From the stainless steel case with a mirror-polished back to the resin band, everything screams '80s authenticity.

Modern Features in a Retro Shell

Don't let the vintage vibes fool you; this watch is packed with all the modern amenities we've come to expect from G-Shock.

• Super Illuminator LED Backlight: Because squinting in the dark is so last century.
• Stopwatch and Alarm: Keep track of your workouts or remind yourself to feed the Tamagotchi (wait, wrong decade).
• Full-Auto Calendar: Set it once, and you're good until the world starts using Martian calendars.
• 200M Water Resistance: Perfect for deep dives into both the ocean and nostalgia.

Eco-Friendly Updates

In a move that would make Mother Earth give a thumbs-up, Casio updated the bezel and band material to a bio-based resin. It's the same durable feel but kinder to the planet. After all, if we're bringing back the '80s, we might as well ensure there's a planet left to enjoy them.

Slightly Bigger and Better

The case size has been modernized from the original 41.6mm to a slightly more substantial 42.3mm. Think of it as the watch equivalent of upgrading from a Walkman to a boombox.

Availability: Patience, Padawan

Manufactured at Casio's legendary Yamagata facility—the so-called "mother factory" of G-Shock—this timepiece is set to drop sometime in December. While Casio is playing coy about the exact release date and price, insider blogs like G-Central speculate it'll retail for around 33,000 Japanese yen (approximately $217). Keep those eyes peeled and credit cards ready; this is one throwback that's sure to fly off the shelves faster than you can say "Mixtape."

DW-5000R-1A | CASIO

G-SHOCK marks yet another milestone! Celebrate with a return to the brand’s original game-changing vision, now 40 years later and updated with today’s cutting-edge technologies. In true G-SHOCK style, the DW-5000R stays true to G-SHOCK origins and yet forges ahead with innovation at the same time. Inheriting the design concepts of the first-ever G-SHOCK, this updated take on the original incorporates current state-of-the-art Casio technologies to deliver today’s advanced functionality in a supremely faithful re-creation of the original iconic design. Just like the first, the case is made of stainless steel, and the original band design, too, is reproduced down to the smallest detail — length, form, and even the position of the dimples. The case size has been updated to 42.3 mm from the original 41.6 mm. In a further nod to where G-SHOCK began and how far it has come, the bezel and band are, like the original, made with resin, but now bio-based. This material is expected to help reduce environmental impact.

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