Casio G-Shock GIEZ GS1300B-1A chronograph

Coming in an easily recognizable sporty design, the new Casio G-Shock GIEZ GS1300B-1A quartz chronograph watch is literally stuffed with high technologies.

Just as the recently presented Casio G-Shock MT-G (MTG1100-1A) model, the GIEZ features the Tough Movement system that automatically adjusts hand positioning at the 55-minute position, compensating for occasional hands displacement due to magnetic force or, err, g-shocks.

The watch’s accuracy is further increased with the Multi-Band 6 Atomic Timekeeping technology letting the watch to self-adjust according to signals of atomic clocks broadcasted via 6 transmitters located in the United States, Japan, UK, Germany and Japan.

All the numerous functions of the watch, including the calendar, UTC time display and chronograph are comfortably operated via push-buttons placed on both sides of the case.

Of course, the G-Shock GIEZ also features a small solar panel that recharges its built-in battery.

As usual for the G-Shock line, the watch comes in an oversized body around 44 millimeters wide and some 14 millimeters high. Meant to be used as a beater or a sports activity companion, the watch sports a metal core inside its plastic case that protects the movement from shocks.

The watch is huge, but if you plan to wear it while cycling or hiking, that shouldn’t be a problem.

Casio recommends selling the watch at a humble price of $500.

UPDATE: Here is a 2-minute long video demonstrating basic functions of the Casio G-Shock GIEZ GS1300B-1A chronograph watch. Enjoy.

Photo: Casio

Casio G-Shock GIEZ GS1300B-1A quartz chronograph watch specification

Price range: $550
Movement: Japanese quartz
Complications: Date, chronograph, 29 cities, atomic clock synchronization
Power reserve: N/A
Case material: Ion-plated black stainless steel
Bezel material: Ion-plated black stainless steel
Case shape: Round
Transparent case back: No
Case size: N/A
Case height: N/A
Dial: Different shades of gray, multilayered
Hands: Stainless steel, skeletonized
Water resistance: 200 meters
Strap: Stainless steel bracelet
Crystal: N/A