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Topic: Casio G-Shock DW watches and NASA
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Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 04-27-2020 12:00 AM
   
collectSPACE New NASA-tribute Casio G-Shock watch has space history of its ownA new, limited edition wristwatch not only pays tribute to NASA's past, but also its own spaceflight history. Casio's G-Shock DW5600NASA20 offers a retro, NASA-inspired-take on the same digital model that astronauts wore on board the space shuttle. "All systems go, as Casio G-Shock pays homage to NASA, with a custom DW5600 timepiece, honoring decades of space exploration and groundbreaking discoveries," the company wrote on its G-Shock website.  |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 04-28-2020 03:26 PM
After initial demand resulted in a back order with a corresponding second shipment, the DW5600NASA20 has now sold out, four days after first being offered. |
Spoon
Member Posts: 155
From: Cumbria, UK
Registered: May 2006
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posted 06-14-2020 08:23 AM
It will be interesting to see if any of these make their way to LEO over the next few years. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 04-09-2021 02:05 PM
collectSPACE Casio's new digital watch marks 40 years since first space shuttle launchCasio is set to launch a limited edition timepiece commemorating the 40th anniversary of NASA's first space shuttle launch. The G-Shock DW5600NASA21-1 features a black and white design inspired by the aesthetics of the space shuttle Columbia, which lifted off on the STS-1 mission on April 12, 1981. The STS-1 40th anniversary edition watch will go on sale for $140 at 7 a.m. EDT (1100 GMT) on Monday (April 12) on the Casio G-Shock website.  |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 04-12-2021 07:05 PM
The demand for the STS-1 40th anniversary G-Shock seems to have been just as strong, if not more so, than the first NASA edition. Casio's website briefly crashed soon after the 7 a.m. EDT sale began and then struggled to keep up with the many refreshes as people tried to place orders.Despite the technical problems, the watch was sold out within the first 45 minutes of its availability. The watches will begin shipping on May 3, according to Casio. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 07-14-2022 02:15 PM
collectSPACE Casio G-Shock watch pays tribute to NASA astronaut launch and entry suitsA new, limited edition wristwatch takes it cue — or rather, hue — from the bright color of the launch and entry suits worn by NASA astronauts. Casio's latest NASA-inspired digital watch shares the same square-face look of its other G-Shock models, but with an international orange body and strap.  |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 07-24-2022 09:46 PM
The orange GWM5610NASA4 G-Shock sold out on July 22, eight days after it went on sale. |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 07-12-2023 01:40 PM
collectSPACE Casio G-Shock celebrates NASA's pursuit of the moon with new limited edition watchNASA fans now have another reason to count down to this month's anniversary of the launch of the first Apollo lunar landing: the chance to acquire a limited edition timepiece celebrating the agency's pursuit of the moon. Casio on Wednesday (July 12) revealed its fourth G-Shock digital watch to pay homage to the U.S. space program. Unlike previous releases though, this latest limited edition piece can only be had if your order is chosen in a drawing.  |
Peter Kemp
Member Posts: 96
From: Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom
Registered: Jul 2002
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posted 07-14-2023 05:45 AM
Unfortunately the contest for one of these watches is only open to Casio registered account holders over 18 based in the US!I have tried to enter this contest from the UK and Casio Customer Services advised me of this although I also found this information on their website. No indication it will ever be offered for sale outside of the USA. I will just have to wait for them to appear on a well know auction site at four times the original purchase price! |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 07-18-2024 02:01 PM
Casio release GW6900NASA241Continuing the celebration of Casio's 50th watch anniversary comes the GW6900NASA241. This fifth installment of NASA-themed timepieces commemorates Casio's five decades of historic watchmaking while showcasing its ongoing pursuit of innovation and discovery. With space exploration relying on the principles of physics and mathematics, Casio's commitment to accurate timekeeping and advanced engineering mirror those endeavors. Drawing inspiration from Casio's iconic calculators, the GW6900NASA241 seamlessly blends nostalgia with modern design. This timepiece underscores Casio's rich history of innovation in electronics and its influence on contemporary watchmaking.  Iconic Calculator + NASA design The dial of the watch is adorned with NASA's logo, while the text arround the dial feature red, yellow, and blue accents, reminiscent of the buttons on the classic calculators. The bandloop features the American flag. EL Backlight The equation for "gravity" appears in the watch face when the EL backlight is activated. Special Case Back Engraving The equation for "impact" is specially engraved on the case back.  |
Robert Pearlman
Editor Posts: 53676
From: Houston, TX
Registered: Nov 1999
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posted 12-27-2024 08:40 PM
The GW6900NASA241, introduced in July, was the second best-selling G-Shock model of 2024, according to the watchmaker. It was surpassed only by the monochrome black GA2100-1A1, which is designed for outdoor and military use. That the GW6900NASA241 performed well would seem to bode well for the NASA line to continue in 2025. |
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