Key Takeaways
1. Casio will start preorders for the G-Shock Black Tone full metal series on October 1.
2. The series includes three models: GM-B2100BT-1A, GMC-B2100BT-1A, and GMW-B5000BT-1, all featuring a black and brushed silver design.
3. Pricing is set at 88,000 yen (about $600) for the GMW-B5000BT-1 and GM-B2100BT-1A, while the GMC-B2100BT-1A will cost 107,800 yen (around $800).
4. Preorders will be available at midnight Japan Standard Time on October 1 through major Japanese e-commerce sites.
5. Limited initial stock is expected, with strong buyer interest likely leading to rapid sellouts; launch details for markets outside Japan are still pending.
As per new updates from the Japanese blog Great G-Shock World, Casio is set to start preorders on October 1 for its latest G-Shock Black Tone full metal series. This collection features the GM-B2100BT-1A, GMC-B2100BT-1A, and GMW-B5000BT-1 watches. Each of these models is made from stainless steel and showcases a mix of black bezel or dial elements combined with a brushed silver finish. The designs take inspiration from popular existing models, using a black color scheme primarily in the bezels, as confirmed by recent announcements from Japanese retailers and product images that have surfaced through leaks.
Pricing Details
To recap, the GMW-B5000BT-1 is a digital watch modeled after the GMW-B5000 series, maintaining the same structure and featuring a black ion-plated bezel as a focal point of its design. It will be priced at 88,000 yen in Japan (roughly $600 USD), aligning with the cost of previous GMW-B5000 models available in other regions (such as the Casio GMW-B5000-D1 – currently $532 on Amazon). The GM-B2100BT-1A, a hybrid model, is also set at 88,000 yen in Japan, while the analog-only GMC-B2100BT-1A will be sold for 107,800 yen (around $800 USD), making it the costliest of this set. Earlier reports indicated that prices would be similar in European markets, with the GMW-B5000BT-1 expected to retail at €579 and the GM-B2100BT-1A priced at about £449/€549. The GMC model is expected to follow the pricing of the GMC-B2100AD-2A.
Preorder Information
Preorder sales are reportedly scheduled to kick off at midnight (Japan Standard Time) on October 1 across leading Japanese e-commerce sites like Yahoo! Shopping, Rakuten, and Amazon Japan. While there was talk of a vague October release earlier, this marks the first confirmation of the exact launch date and time. Retailers have also indicated that these watch editions are likely to sell out rapidly due to limited initial stock and strong interest from buyers. Early product listings and specifications confirm that all models will be available for direct purchase starting in October 2025 in Japan. However, there have yet to be confirmed launch details for markets outside of Japan.
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