Casio has released a new addition to the MR-G line, the flagship of the G-SHOCK brand of shock-resistant watches.
The new MRG-B2000JS honors the Jyuroku-Maru: San, the Japanese katana sword commissioned by Casio for the MR-G line of timepieces, embodying the strength and beauty of this one-of-a-kind sword. This very special timepiece is offered in a limited edition of only 800 pieces worldwide.
Based on the concept of delivering the ultimate in toughness-driven watches, the MR-G line is the pinnacle of the G-SHOCK brand, meticulously crafted down to the smallest detail and incorporating state-of-the-art technology and master metalworking techniques
The Juryoku-Maru: San, an original sword commissioned by Casio for the MR-G line, brings the katana sword and MR-G design together in the combination of strength and functional beauty for which both are known. The katana blade is forged by master swordsmith Kamiyama Teruhira, and the aogai blue shell lacquer scabbard is designed by traditional artisan Nomura Mamoru.
The distinctive shock-resistant MRG-B2000JS design is based on the Juryoku-Maru: San motif, evoking its extraordinary shape and expressing the traditional techniques and aesthetics unique to Japanese katana swords. The recrystallized hybrid titanium bezel with its unique temper pattern is made in layers of Ti64 and pure titanium that are subjected to high-temperature, high-pressure compression.
This material is then cut, polished, and recrystallized to replicate the beautiful blade pattern of the Juryoku-Maru: San. The band is textured with the aogai blue shell lacquer used on the sword’s scabbard. Micro-level processing of DAT55G,2 a metal alloy three times harder than pure titanium, produces microstructures on the metal surfaces that reflect light to create magnificent colours that change depending on the viewing angle.
Using the same technique as in swordsmithing, master swordsmith Kamiyama has hand-engraved
the inscription of 燦, the Japanese kanji character for San, on each individual timepiece, giving
each its own unique look.
Elements such as the textural pattern of hishimaki-gara, the traditional diamond shapes seen on
the Juryoku-Maru: San hilt, and indexes evoking the curvature of a sword blade convey the katana
worldview down to the finest detail.
Experience the fusion of Japanese tradition and cutting-edge technology with the MRG-B2000JS. With only 800 pieces available worldwide, secure this masterpiece of time and craftsmanship today. Visit Casio’s official website or your nearest G-SHOCK retailer to learn more and make it yours.
