Key Takeaways
1. The GA-2100 series introduces three new color options: sand (GA-2100CM-5), grey (GA-2100CM-8), and reddish hues (GA-2100CMD), featuring metallic prints for a layered camouflage effect.
2. The watches maintain the same internal structure and use Casio’s Carbon Core Guard technology, providing impact resistance and a favorable weight-to-strength ratio.
3. The watch face includes a day-of-the-week sub-dial at 9 o’clock and a small digital LCD, but the camouflage pattern may affect the clarity of the indices.
4. Priced at £109 (~$150), these models lack Tough Solar charging and Bluetooth Link features found in the more expensive GA-B2100 series.
5. The official release date is set for February 19, available on the Casio website and through authorized sellers, with some models previously spotted on Zumiez.
Casio’s GA-2100 series, known for its unique octagonal shape and a blend of analog and digital displays, is set to introduce three fresh color options: sand (GA-2100CM-5), grey (GA-2100CM-8), and a variant with reddish hues (GA-2100CMD). Additionally, the resin parts feature metallic prints. This method creates a layered camouflage effect, incorporating the G-mark, which is the brand’s identifier, directly into the design. Unlike earlier versions of the GA-2100 that relied on molded color resin or regular pad printing, these new models aim to offer a richer visual experience thanks to their metallic accents.
Similar Structure, Enhanced Design
The internal structure of these timepieces remains the same. They utilize Casio’s Carbon Core Guard technology, which consists of a carbon-fiber-reinforced resin case, leading to a thickness of 11.8 mm. This design is meant to shield the module from impacts and vibrations while ensuring a favorable weight-to-strength ratio for everyday wear. The watch face includes a sub-dial for the day of the week positioned at 9 o’clock, alongside a small digital LCD for additional functions. The camouflage pattern is present on both the dial and bezel, which may somewhat hinder the clarity of the indices when compared to the high-contrast, plain models in the series.
Pricing and Availability
These watches are priced at £109 (~$150) and do not feature Tough Solar charging or Bluetooth Link capabilities like the pricier GA-B2100 series. According to the manufacturer’s timeline, the official release is scheduled for February 19, available through the Casio website and authorized sellers. It’s worth mentioning that these watches were spotted on Zumiez prior to their official release—more details can be found here.
