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DW-003TL-7VQT Tough Label On 50Gs

Sjors has posted his new DW-003TL-7VQT over on the 50Gs blog today. This white Tough Label model came out in 1997. The white cloth strap with blue stripes is a sharp look for this hard to find model. Follow the link to see more shots and get all the information.
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DW-003TL-7VQT Tough Label

How to Change a G-Shock Battery

Sjors has made this great video tutorial on the process of changing the battery in a G-Shock. He goes over all the basics you need to know. Sjors has probably changed more G-Shock batteries than anyone else, so he's definitely an expert on the subject.

G-5500-1JF G-Shock on Watch-A-Day

Jason has posted the classic chunky G-5500-1JF over on the Watch-A-Day blog. This tough solar model has the classic looks of the 1985 G-Shock II. The distinctive red buttons live on today in this model. The Follow the link to see all the details and photos.
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Tough Solar G-5500-1JF G-Shock

G-Shock Interview With Eric Haze

Eric Haze discusses G-Shocks and his new DW-5600EH-7 collaboration:
HAZE: Really the essences for a project like this that represents 25 years, it has be feel…
Q: It's a very long time.
HAZE: It has to feel right for 25 years ago and it has to feel right for now. It can't be too much of a […]

DW-5600C Restored!

I've received some 'after' photos from the first G-Shock parts giveaway. These DW-5600C bezel screws have helped make these classic models whole again. Sjors and Reznor have sent me the photos of the results. If anyone else wants to send in some photos they can contact me via the contact page.
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Dyeing and Stealthing a DW-6900

WUS user sjedwardz has posted a great tutorial for the process of dyeing and stealthing his DW-6900 G-Shock. There's lots of photos of all the steps. The new camo DW-6900MC models are a great choice for a project like this one. They have a sharper LCD than the base DW-6900 modules, so […]

More Shots of the GW-M5625E-7JF

Here's some more photos of the new Glorious Gold GW-M5625E-7JF. This limited edition goes for $130 USD on the Casio USA site. It's a really nice one, and considering what the regular GW-M5600 sells for, it's not a bad deal. The lack of a screwback isn't too great, but this new style […]