Casio has launched a set of three new G-Shock watches that take design inspiration from marine life as part of its ongoing Love the Sea and the Earth collection. Previous watches in the Love the Sea and the Earth series have included and . As Casio fan site explains, the three new devices mark the 30th anniversary of the company's collaboration with whale and dolphin research organization , and their white and gold color scheme is intended to signify both celebration, and the warmth of summer.
Like all watches in the Love the Sea and The Earth series, the three new G-Shocks all use biomass plastics in their cases and bands to reduce reliance on virgin petrochemicals, and come in plastic-free packaging (a recycled card box and cotton presentation bag). The is a compact women's watch with solar charging for extended battery life (even under artificial lighting), a shock-resistant build, and water resistance to depths of 20m. Its case measures 45.
7 × 40.5 × 11.9mm, and is engraved with the Love the Sea and the Earth on the back.
It has a suggested retail price of ¥26,950 (approximately $170). The is also solar-powered and shockproof, and has a front button with an animated image of either a blue whale or a sperm whale. It measures 53.
2 × 50 × 17.7mm, weighs 71g, and has a suggested retail price of ¥29,150 (around $190). Finally, the is a dive watch ISO rated for depths up to 200m.
It has a gold ion-plated finish and engraved screw-on case back made from tough titanium. It .
