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G-SHOCK Unveils New Limited Edition MR-G Hybrid GPS TimepieceDOVER, N.J., Dec. 7, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, in continued celebration of the MR-G 20th anniversary, Casio G-SHOCK reveals the limited edition, luxury MR-G GPS Hybrid Gold Hammer Tone timepiece, handcrafted in Yamagata, Japan. Only 300 of the special MRGG1000HG-9A timepieces will be available worldwide, with 10 available in the U.S., and each is handcrafted using the traditional Japanese Tsu-i-ki technique. This is the second collaboration with third generation master metal craftsman Bihou Asano, who individually hammered each bezel and band of 300 watches using the Tsu-i-ki technique: a traditional craft method that creates unique relief patterns through hammering. The Tsu-i-ki method has been used to create parts of the Japanese Railway and Bullet Train. Each timepiece, which boasts a titanium case and bracelet band, and non-reflective sapphire crystal, also includes GPS satellite synchronization system for accuracy and comes equipped with Multiband 6 and Tough Solar capabilities. To celebrate the release, a video has been created to showcase the timepiece's unparalleled craftsmanship, which can be viewed here: http://bit.ly/2gHfetN. The world class timepiece also comes equipped with Shock Resstance, 200M Water Resistance, Tough Solar Movement, Latitude Indicator, Airplane Mode, Dual Dial World Time (40TZ, 27 Cities+UTC), Full Auto LED (Super Illuminator), Daily Alarm, Full Auto Calendar, 1/20th Sec. Stopwatch (24min), Countdown Timer (24Hr) and Day/Date Display, in a case size of 49.8mm. The MRGG1000HG-9A will retail for $6,200 USD and will be available for purchase in January 2017. About G-SHOCK About Casio America, Inc. FOR MEDIA INQUIRIES CONTACT: Sue Vander Schans / Alli Colasacco-Sharpe Photo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20161207/446532 To view the original version on PR Newswire, visit:http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/g-shock-unveils-new-limited-edition-mr-g-hybrid-gps-timepiece-300374550.html SOURCE Casio America, Inc. |