Casio Releases Monochrome G-Shock Watch Lineup
Three G-Shock models gain matte gray resin cases and black straps, launching first in Japan before global markets.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Consumer Electronics
Casio has released monochrome editions of the G-Shock DW-5600, DW-5900, and DW-6900 watches, retaining the designs and internals of the originals. The models first launch in Japan, with global availability expected in the coming weeks.
Why it matters
The release extends the G-Shock line with a stripped-back color palette while keeping the core features of each model. Its initial Japan-first rollout signals how the lineup is being staged before wider international distribution.
The DW-5900MTM-8 offers world time covering 48 cities across 29 time zones and carries a 10-year battery life rating. The DW-6900MTM-8 is rated for 200-meter water resistance, and the source does not specify non-Japan pricing.
The players
Casio
Casio is the Japanese electronics company that produces the G-Shock line of rugged digital watches.
The details
The DW-5600MTM-8 pairs a matte gray resin case with a black resin strap and a black surround with silver accents on the display. The DW-5900MTM-8 uses a round resin case and keeps the Triple Graph display, while the DW-6900MTM-8 places a matte gray resin case around a black dial.
Timeline
Later this month (November 2026): DW-5600MTM-8 and DW-5900MTM-8 go on sale in Japan.
Coming weeks: Monochrome G-Shock models expected in global markets.
Roadmap
The monochrome versions extend the original DW-5600, DW-5900, and DW-6900 designs by changing only their color palette, keeping the same internals. This follows the line's established pattern of reissuing core models in new finishes.
Buyers in Japan can purchase the DW-5600MTM-8 and DW-5900MTM-8 for ¥15,950 and the DW-6900MTM-8 for ¥17,050 starting later this month. The 200-meter water resistance of the DW-6900MTM-8 and the battery life rating of the DW-5900MTM-8 are the practical features relevant to everyday wear.
The takeaway
The monochrome G-Shock editions give buyers a subdued finish on proven models without changing their core functionality. Readers outside Japan should watch for the announced global rollout to confirm pricing.
What happens next
Global availability of the monochrome G-Shock models is expected in the coming weeks, though no specific date has been announced.
Further reading
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