History of MR-G
The ever-evolving MR-G line traces its beginnings to 1996.
So, how did this innovative flagship line of watches,
which revolutionized the conventional image of the G-SHOCK, come into being?
IBE Kikuo, the father of G-SHOCK, gives you the scoop on where it all began
and how MR-G timepieces kept evolving from there.
Combining state-of-the-art technologies with the outstanding craftsmanship of Yamagata Casio
The artisans who craft MR-G timepieces are passionately dedicated to refining their original techniques. As a result, they continue to break new ground in the realm of watchmaking. Among the many beloved G-SHOCK timepieces that have stood the test of time, MR-G watches are best known for their vivid integration of exceptional artisanal techniques, from traditional craftsmanship to state-of-the-art technologies.
The quest for ultimate toughness and beauty
Equipped with superior durability, each and every MR-G timepiece positively brims with the sophisticated techniques and expertise of the specialized watch technicians, designers, and engineers involved in its crafting.
Innovative materials deliver boundless beauty and plenty of toughness to stand the test of time.
COBARION®: A beautiful, white gleam comparable to that of platinum.
COBARION® is a super-hard alloy developed in Japan that offers both hardness exceeding that of the stainless steel typically used in high-end watches and a beautiful, white gleam comparable to that of platinum.
DAT55G
Titanium, a material used in a range of fields, from the aerospace and chemical industries to medicine, features outstanding lightness, strength, corrosion resistance, and non-magnetism. DAT55G is a high-performance titanium alloy developed in Japan that boasts a hardness about three times that of pure titanium, while featuring a comparably light weight.
History of MR-G
The ever-evolving MR-G line traces its beginnings to 1996.
So, how did this innovative flagship line of watches,
which revolutionized the conventional image of the G-SHOCK, come into being?
IBE Kikuo, the father of G-SHOCK, gives you the scoop on where it all began
and how MR-G timepieces kept evolving from there.
Grade 5 titanium
The grade 5 titanium alloy is employed for MR-G components including the case, case back, and buttons.
It not only features light weight comparable to pure JIS Class 2 titanium, but also offers greater strength
and scratch-resistance than pure titanium. It features a stunningly beautiful look achieved
with Sallaz polishing applied by skilled artisans.
Leveraging sophisticated technologies to reproduce traditional Japanese hues and color variations with subtle precision
AIP, an advanced coating technology offering both meticulous reproduction of traditional hues and superior hardness
Enhancing both visual aspects and technical specs with black DLC
The exteriors of MR-G timepieces build on the enduring G-SHOCK commitment to toughness, not only to express uniquely Japanese traditional hues, but also to deliver functional beauty at all times.
Ao-zumi, Projecting Quiet Strength
Eschewing all extraneous elements in its quest to take the very essence of shock resistance to the extreme, one of the MR-G designs reprises the form of the first-ever G-SHOCK, projecting a quiet strength that shines through in its simplicity.
AKAZONAE, Exuding a Striking Strength
Kachi-iro, Expressing the Spirit of a Warrior
The Bold Beauty of Sallaz Polishing
Master craftsmanship delivers MR-G strength and functional beauty
We take MR-G timepieces to a whole other level of toughness and beauty by refusing to make even the slightest compromise in the finishing process. Our commitment to craftsmanship naturally calls for the intricacies of Sallaz polishing.
Sallaz polishing prepares surface for a beautifully smooth, distortion-free surface
Dense, uniform hairline pattern for a beautiful, smooth finish
The rasp marks that create the delicate hairline finish are created by pressing the case against a sheet of spinning sandpaper. As with Sallaz polishing, the craftsperson carefully applies precise and uniform rasp marks, relying on an eye and feel developed over years of experience.