This year the Surfrider Foundation teamed up with Casio to release a new limited edition G-Shock watch. The GRX-5600SRF-3 is a brightly-colored yellow and green combination that really stands out. Every sale of these watches goes to support the non-profit organization in their work to preserve the world's oceans. This is the 12th collaboration watch they have done with Casio since 1995. These are available world-wide right now, but only a couple thousand units have been produced. It will probably sellout within the next couple months, so take a look and see if this one is worth pulling the trigger on now.
Casio G-Shock x Surfrider GRX5600SRF-3 Collaboration Watch
Technical Specifications:
Tough Solar Power with rechargeable battery
200M Water Resistant
Full Auto EL Backlight with Afterglow
Moon Data (moon age of input data, moon phase graph)
Tide Graph (tide level for specific date and time)
Preset tide sites: 100 (global)
World Time
31 times zones (48 cities + UTC), city code display, daylight saving on/off
4 Daily Alarms and 1 Snooze Alarm
Hourly Time Signal
1/100 second stopwatch
Measuring capacity: 59’59.99”
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times
Countdown Timer (TR1)
Measuring unit: 1 second
Countdown input range: 5 seconds to 99 minutes 55 seconds (5-second increments and 1-minute increments)
Other: Auto-repeat Function (Timer-to-timer, 5 repeats)
Countdown Timer (TR2)
Measuring unit: 1 second
Countdown input range: 5 seconds to 99 minutes 55 seconds (5-second increments and 1-minute increments)
Other: Auto-repeat Function (Timer-to-timer, 5 repeats)
Full Auto Calendar (pre-programmed until the year 2099)
12/24 Hour Formats
Button operation tone on/off
Accuracy: +/- 15 seconds per month
Approximate battery life: 11 months on full charge (without further exposure to light)
Case dimensions: 48.9 x 42.8 x 13.4mm
Total weight: 56.3g
This video below goes over all the basics of this watch, and shows what it's like to use the features. The playful look is hard to observe in the stock images Casio has published for this model.
And here's a look at the custom packaging that comes with this G-Shock, and what it's like to unbox one of these. The box is made out of 100% recycled materials.
Outer box "Dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches"
Inner box with the sleeve removed
G-Shock watch wrapped inside plastic
Comes with watch tag and user manual for Module 3216
G-Shocks are usually fun to unbox, and this one has some nice custom touches. The classic surfer theme is consistent throughout.
Surfrider Foundation logo printed on the lower band
Green strap holder
Stainless steel clasp and custom engraved case back
The resin band and bezel have a matte finish that calms down the bright colors a bit. The olive green color gives this model a touch of a military look. It can take on a different appearance depending on the lighting.
Compared to a GW-9200 Riseman G-Shock
On the wrist
Stainless steel case back secured by four screws
Each watch has a unique serial number laser engraved on the bottom middle of the case back. This sets it apart from most G-Shock models.
Overall, it's a great watch with a lot to offer. It's perfect for a day at the beach or simple casual wear. With a retail price of only $130 USD, it's a relatively good deal for a limited edition. And it also supports a good cause. These are likely to be harder to find new in the box after a couple months, so be quick if you'd like to add one to your collection.
What is the Surfrider Foundation?
The Surfrider Foundation is a non-profit grassroots organization dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of our world’s oceans, waves and beaches. Founded in 1984 by a handful of visionary surfers in Malibu, California, the Surfrider Foundation now maintains over 50,000 members and 90 chapters worldwide.
The core activities and campaigns that the Surfrider Foundation uses to protect our oceans, waves and beaches fall into the categories of Clean Water, Beach Access, Beach Preservation and Protecting Special Places.
Thanks to some guys in the WUS forums we were able to determine that the number engraved on the case back might not be a unique serial number. It looks like it's probably a batch number.
Mine is 202A162J. And some others posted they had 202A163J and 202A158J.
Thanks to some guys in the WUS forums we were able to determine that the number engraved on the case back might not be a unique serial number. It looks like it's probably a batch number.
Mine is 202A162J. And some others posted they had 202A163J and 202A158J.
Oh, and if you have to have atomic syncing, then take a look at these two G-Shocks:
GWX-5600-1
GWX-5600B-7