Written by Ardi
G-Shock welcomes the new MTG-B1000XBD and MTG-B1000XB into its collection. The new watches from the MT-G series are well known for their construction and tough reliability. The high-transparency sapphire crystals added to the design make the watch look more elegant and classy.
The MTG-B1000XBD and MTG-B1000XB are based on the MTG-B1000, which has a mid size case for enhanced wearability while delivering advanced functionality, including smartphone connectivity and solar-powered radio control. The new additions have a carbon fiber bezel which is considered the “third material” after metal and plastics. The carbon fiber is close to plastic in terms of being light but it’s similar or maybe even better than metal in durability which makes it more resilient to the elements. Casio, however, polished its multilayer three-dimensional molding technology and cutting techniques to enable the use of carbon fiber to construct the complex bezel parts.
The bezel is three-dimensionally molded from two layers of sheets made from carbon fiber and colored glass fiber-reinforced plastic, which are combined with resin. The MTG-B1000XBD includes red accent layers and the MTG-B1000XB incorporates white accent layers. These colored layers create a contrast with the black carbon fiber layers when you look at the bezel from the side, while the eye-catching carbon fiber weave gives the bezel face an attractive design accent.This way of using the materials makes the watch an interesting piece as different angels make the watch look different.
The red-accented MTG-B1000XBD comes with a layered composite band made with durable fine resin parts, while the blue-accented MTG-B1000XB comes with a soft urethane band for enhanced wearability. The band attaches to the case using a combination of fine resin and metal parts for optimum strength.
The watches will be available at all G-Factory stores and authorized dealer stores and will be retailing at RM 4,479 for MTG-B1000XB and RM 4,859 for MTG-B1000XBD.
