Launched on Saturday, 14 June 2008, is the 3rd and latest collaborative timepiece from CasioG-SHOCKandStussy.
As part of theG-SHOCK 25th Anniversarycelebration, the DW-5000 ST-1 JR will include a black face plate imprinted with the Stussy brand and its signature graphics. In addition, the LCD screen will feature Stussy's double "S" logo hologram.
This collaboration is a new rendition of DW-5000 model, the very first G-SHOCK that debuted in 1983. Before its release, Casio technicians tested over 2,000 prototypes to reach the acceptable criteria. Aside from using durable materials like hybrid stainless steel, Casio formulated a multi-layer protection technique, which include:
Covered each parts with rubber coating
Adhered the circuit board to a urethane shield
Everything is encased in harden resin sleeve for added protection
The watch will have alarm function and water-proof up to 20 bars.