The History of G-SHOCK MRG Watches | Timeline & Improvements

These watches are designed to resist mechanical stress, shock, and vibration, making them highly durable and reliable. The MRG line is considered the most luxurious tier of G-SHOCK watches, and they often feature high-end materials like titanium and sapphire crystal. They also offer a variety of advanced features such as GPS time synchronization and Bluetooth connectivity. The MRG line typically comes with a higher price tag compared to other G-SHOCK models and is targeted towards a more upscale market segment.

P.S. Please note that our timeline does not include every G-SHOCK MRG model, but only the most notable series in our opinion. If you believe we have missed anything, please inform us in the comments section. Let’s work together to make this evolution timeline perfect.


April, 2023

MRG-BF1000

★★★★★
A premium, full-metal G-SHOCK MR-G timepiece for the sea — the titanium armor-clad, airtight MRG-BF1000 with ISO 200-meter water resistance joins the FROGMAN family of full-fledged diver’s watches.
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March, 2022

MRG-B5000

5000$ on Amazon →
★★★★★
Welcome the MRG-B5000, based on the first-ever G-SHOCK and crafted with the state-of-the-art metals and meticulous finishes that are the hallmark of the MR-G flagship line.
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October, 2020

MRG-B2000

5000$ on Amazon →
★★★★★
A model from G-SHOCK’s most luxurious line, MR-G, designed with the traditional Japanese beauty and strength. It also has the practical feature of linking to your smartphone via radio wave reception and Bluetooth® connectivity.

December, 2017

MRG-B1000

2500$ on Amazon →
★★★★★
Elegantly beautiful titanium model for the mid-size series of the G-SHOCK MR-G flagship lineup. Everything possible has been done to reflect the metal crafting aesthetics of armor, swords, and other Japanese arms, which have been symbols of power in Japan since time immemorial.
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December, 2017

MRG-G2000

★★★★★
Function-wise, this watch includes a time adjustment system capable of obtaining data via Bluetooth®, GPS signals, and time signals and other powerful features and functions made possible by original technology.
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December, 2014

MRG-G1000

2000$ on Amazon →
★★★★★
The first watch to be equipped with a shock-resistant structure and GPS hybrid radio solar in a full metal case, it can display accurate time all over the world.
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November, 2007

MRG-8000

Analog MRG Watch with Sapphire Crystal, Multiband 5, Tough Solar and DLC Coating.

September, 2005

MRG-7000

Titanium Case, Sapphire Crystal, Wave Ceptor and Tough Solar.

October, 2003

MRG-2000

First MRG with Wave Ceptor for Time Corretction and Solar Power.

July, 1999

MRG-1200

Titanium Case, Multi Stop Watch and Magnetic Resistance.

November, 1998

MRG-1000

Digital Display, Tide Graph and Auto-Back Light.

June, 1998

MRG-130

First Ana-Digi MRG with Data Memory

November, 1997

MRG-200

Steel Case, Digital Display and Magnetic Resistance.

April, 1997

MRG-120

First Fully-Steel Analog MRG Watch.

November, 1996

MRG-110

MRG Watch with Square Case and Magnetic Resistance.

November, 1996

MRG-100

First solid stainless steel G-SHOCK.

March, 1996

MRG-1

First-ever G-SHOCK MRG Watch. Titanium bezel and Screw Back.

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