G-Shock 30th Anniversary Resist Black Series coming April 2013

Casio Japan have today announced the latest G-Shock release celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the world's toughest watches. The 'Resist Black' Series follows the 30th Anniversary Initial Blue Series and 30th Anniversary Rising Red Series in commemorating the release of the first G-Shock way back in 1983. The Resist Black Series features three models all of which have been chosen as iconic and significant watches in the history of G-Shock.

• G-Shock DW-5030C - the original classic
• G-Shock DW-6930C - the classic round G-Shock shape and one of the most iconic G-Shocks
• G-Shock GW-5530C - a modern take on the first mud and dust resist model, the DW-5500

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All three feature black bands and bezels with copper detailing designed to give that vintage feel. The G-Shock DW-5030C also features the 'PROJECT TEAM' Tough logo to the dial. All three models feature the classic 30th Anniversary custom caseback and packaging designed by Mr Eric Haze.

The new G-Shock 30th Anniversary Resist Black Series is dropping in Japan on 19th April 2013, we expect to see a very limited worldwide release.

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G-Shock DW-5030C

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G-Shock DW-6930C

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G-Shock GW-5530C

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G-Shock DW-5030C - dial detail showing classic DW-5000 inspired brick pattern

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G-Shock 30th Anniversary packaging​

 

[chrisek]

Tanaka-san posted up a

Caseback (non-screwback of course) is also ion-plated.

It also has the packaging of the DW-5030C. I wonder if the 6930C does as well?

 

[rutteger]

Certainly looks a strong series from the images.

@BT let us know which you buy and what stock they have....

 

[Bubbly Tubs]

@ Rutteger, I went to G shock and got to see and handle some pretty Rare and possibly hard to get pieces. First up was the new GA200 based Supra collab. Does look pretty darn nice in the flesh, and was the piece I'd made the journey up for. However some sort of licence condition meant I was not allowed to purchase it. It's not allowed to go on sale until early May time. Something to do with Supra being able to retail it first maybe. Shame as it looked really nice, kinda understated.
10 pieces available.

Then there was the 5030c, oh my god this thing is very very nice. A little small for me as Gs go, but I think it's something that I need for the collection. Presently this is the only part of the series that is in the UK, and there is no rumours that the other two will make it over. Shame really, but saying that they do currently have all the initial blue series in stock. The 5030c is quite weighty for a small piece, clearly due to the casing and screw back. The packaging is a little different on this piece, it comes in a box rather than a tin, and the box it's self has an aged almost stained effect to it. There are only 8 of these left in stock at present, I'm going back up next month, if you want one let me know.

 

[Bubbly Tubs]

Couple of quick and dirty pics from in store

 

[chrisek]

Right on BT! I would kill to have a store like that nearby.

 

[rutteger]

You going to bag the supra when GSE start to retail it BT?

More and more tempted by the 5030, let me know when you go back and I'll make a call than. Thx for the offer too

 

[cedric]

wow, that is fast for the 5030 to be made available outside of Japan. Can i know the retail price there for the piece?

 

[Bubbly Tubs]

It retails for £180 Cedric

 

[Bubbly Tubs]

@ Rutteger I reckon I'll probably go for the Supra, much better looking than I thought it would be. Plus I've got a bit of a thing for black and red.

@ Chrisek, it does have some benefits being reasonably near a a G Shock Shop. But some negatives too, I always want more than I can afford aaaarrrggghhhh

 

[cedric]

Thanks mr tubs