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Casio Computer Co., Ltd. will release “GW-8230NT”, which is a reprint of “DW-8200NT” with modern specifications, as the 30th anniversary model of “G-SHOCK” diver’s watch “FROGMAN” (Frogman) in April. The price is 77,000 yen.
The design is based on the vivid red Frogman “DW-8200NT”, which was released as a special model in 2000 among the second generation Frogman. It will be reprinted with modern specs that include a new solar power generation “Tough Solar”, tide and moon phase display, and high-brightness LED backlight.
The titanium back cover is engraved with the 30th anniversary of Frogman, and the character “diving frog” appears when the LCD backlight is lit.
A waterproof diver’s watch for 200m diving that clears ISO diving standards with a shock-resistant structure. Measurement of diving time and recording of 10 diving logs are possible. Equipped with world time, 1/100 second stopwatch, timer, time alarm, and full auto LED backlight. The center of the case is made of titanium and IP treated. The driving time from full charge to no solar power generation is about 14 months, and about 36 months in power saving mode. The size is 52 x 50.3 x 18mm and the weight is 84g.
GW-8200 Profile / Casio G-Shock
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Year of first release: 2022
The most distinctive specs:
— Titanium bezel (lightweight, strong and rust resistant)
— Biomass plastics in the case and band (the environmentally friendly biomass plastics are produced using materials derived from castor seeds and corn, as well as other raw materials)
— The legendary DW-8200 reborn (the iconic asymmetrical FROGMAN shape)
— ISO 200 meters Water Resistance (good for swimming and professional diving)
— Solar-powered (CASIO’s original solar-charging system converts not only sunlight but also light from fluorescent lamps and other sources into power)
— Diving Mode (Dive time and surface interval measurement function)
— Moon data (moon age of the specific date)
— Tide graph (tide level for specific date and time)
— Super Illuminator (LED light for digital display)
Other colors and full specs: GW-8200 Wiki Page
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