What it is?
The DW-5000C is the original G-Shock model from 1983. The GMW-B5000 Series has inherited its characteristic square design and been given the full metal treatment along with upgraded features including smartphone linking.
The watch has been given a full-metal case by using a shock-resistant fine resin cushioning material inserted between the case and the sturdy stainless steel metal bezel. High-density mounting technology also allows the watch to maintain its size. The back of the watch features a solid Screw Lock Back and has been DLC treated for resistance to wear. Rose gold ion plating has been applied to the entire case and band for a beautiful color. Visibility too has been enhanced via use of a film solar cell and STN-LCD (liquid crystal).
Function-wise, this model comes with Bluetooth® communications and can link with a dedicated app to obtain precise time information. The watch is also packed with practical features including a time correction system that uses standard time and frequency signals (Multi-Band 6), a reliable source of power in the form of Tough Solar technology, high-luminance Full Auto LED backlighting, World Time and day of the week display in six languages.
This is a G-Shock model that stays true to its predecessor while undergoing further refinement through the application of a full-metal design.
Key Benefits
- Shock resistant
- 20 bar water resistant
- Keeps yourself in time
- Stable solar power
- Easy to operate via smartphone
- Beautiful polished metal
World Time:
- 5 World Time options covering 39 time zones (39 cities + coordinated universal time)
- Daylight saving on/off, Home city/World time city swapping, and auto summer time (DST) switching
Stopwatch:
- 1/100-second stopwatch
- Measuring capacity:
- 00'00''00~59'59''99 (for the first 60 minutes)
- 1:00'00~23:59'59 (after 60 minutes)
- Measuring unit:
- 1/100 second (for the first 60 minutes)
- 1 second (after 60 minutes)
- Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times
Timer:
- Countdown timer
- Measuring unit: 1 second
- Countdown range: 24 hours
- Countdown start time setting range: 1 minute to 24 hours (1-minute and 1-hour increments)
Alarm/Hourly Time Signal:
- 5 daily alarms (with 1 snooze alarm)
- Hourly time signal
Light:
- LED backlight (Super Illuminator) with full auto LED light
- Selectable illumination duration of 2 or 4 seconds, with afterglow
Light Color:
Calendar:
- Full auto-calendar (to year 2099)
Mute Feature:
- Button operation tone on/off
Energy Saving Feature:
- Power Saving (display goes blank to save power when left in the dark)
Battery Display/Alert:
Run Time:
- Approx. battery operating time:
- 10 months on rechargeable battery with normal use (no exposure to light after charge)
- 22 months in total darkness with power save function on after full charge
Accuracy:
- ±15 seconds per month (without signal calibration and mobile link function)
Other Features:
- 12/24-hour format, date/month display swapping
- Day display (selectable in six languages)
Regular Timekeeping:
- Hour, minute, second, pm, month, date, day
Time Adjustment Details:
- Time Calibration Signals:
- DCF77 (Mainflingen, Germany) - Frequency: 77.5 kHz
- MSF (Anthorn, England) - Frequency: 60.0 kHz
- WWVB (Fort Collins, United States) - Frequency: 60.0 kHz
- JJY (Fukushima, Fukuoka/Saga, Japan) - Frequency: 40.0 kHz (Fukushima) / 60.0 kHz (Fukuoka/Saga)
- BPC (Shangqiu City, Henan Province, China) - Frequency: 68.5 kHz
- Time Calibration Signal Reception:
- Auto receive up to six times a day (five times a day for the Chinese signal; remaining receives canceled as soon as one is successful)
- Manual receive option and latest signal reception results available
What else you need to know
Basic Information:
- Case Size (L × W × H): 49.3 × 43.2 × 13 mm
- Weight: 167 g
- Case and Bezel Material: Stainless steel
- Band:
- Solid Band
- Stainless Steel Band with One-touch 3-fold Clasp
- Construction: Shock Resistant
- Water Resistance: 200-meter water resistance
- Time Adjustment: Radio-controlled watch; Multi Band 6
- Power Supply and Battery Life: Tough Solar (Solar powered)
Smartphone Link/App Connectivity Features:
- Smartphone Link Feature: Mobile link (Wireless linking using Bluetooth®)
- Apps: Casio watches
Exterior:
- Glass: Mineral Glass
- Back Plate: Screw Lock Back
- Surface Treatment:
- Rose gold ion-plated band
- Rose gold ion-plated case
A Square Case with a Full-Metal Shock-Resistant Structure:
- The first G-SHOCK model, DW-5000C, launched in 1983, features a symbolic square design now reimagined with a full-metal shock-resistant structure and advanced functions, including Smartphone Link.
- Models: Silver GMW-B5000D-1, Gold GMW-B5000TFG-9
- Toughness in Metal: Newly Developed Structure: Achieving G-SHOCK's shock-resistance in full metal required a redesigned external structure, including fine-resin cushioning material to absorb shock impact due
- to the added weight of stainless steel components.
- Shock-Resistant Structure: Fine-Resin Cushioning: Inserts between the bezel case and inner case offer an accurate fit, absorbing shocks through compression of tiny protrusions.
- Band Connection Structure: Three-Pronged Lug Structure: Upgraded from a double-lug, disperses shocks to pipes and button shafts for a more reinforced band attachment.
- Button Structure: Large cylindrical forged buttons with internal pipes protect button shafts from lateral shocks.
- Screw-Lock Case Back: Features a mirror-finished surface with diamond-like carbon (DLC) treatment for wear resistance, replicating the first model’s heavy-duty design.
- Pursuit of Extreme Functional Beauty: Advanced forging and cutting processes highlight fine details, enhancing the metal textures.
- Bezel Case: Sculpted through repeated forging, cutting, and polishing, the bezel showcases mirror polishing and hairline finishes for a refined look. The case back is finely machined for a precise fit.
- Metal Band: The stainless-steel band replicates the original model’s resin band with dimple processing, applying alternating press and polish to achieve a beautiful finish.
- Inner Case: Created through 10+ forging and cutting steps, resulting in a complex form with integrated lugs, fitted parts, and cushioning elements for smooth assembly.
- Original Square Design: Honors the original G-SHOCK design, prioritizing shock resistance, a large LCD, and a minimalist style for comfort and usability.
- Progression to a New-Generation Engine: G-SHOCK continues to pioneer functions such as light features, Tough Solar power, radio wave reception, and Bluetooth® connectivity.
- LSI Layout: The watch’s radio wave antenna placement is optimized for stable reception, enabling multi-functionality within a metal exterior.
- Dedicated Design Module: Proprietary high-density mounting, miniaturization, and power-saving technologies allow Bluetooth® and solar-powered timekeeping without increasing the watch size.
- Bluetooth + Radio-Controlled, Solar-Powered Timekeeping: Time correction uses Bluetooth® or Multi Band 6 radio signals, ensuring accurate time with the latest time zone and DST information.
- Full-Auto LED Backlight (Super Illuminator): High-brightness LED illuminates the LCD, with features like ambient light detection and wrist-tilt activation, plus fade-in/out and white/orange lighting options.
- STN LCD: Upgraded from TN to STN LCD for enhanced contrast and a wider viewing angle, mirroring the original model’s design layout.
- Film Solar Panel: Replacing glass with film material reduces reflections, enhancing the LCD's visibility.
- Display Aspect: The LCD’s 16:10 aspect ratio approximates human vision and the Golden Ratio for optimal clarity, preserving the original design aesthetic.
Material
- Case and bezel material: Stainless steel
- Glass: Mineral Glass
