DUAL CORE GUARD CARBON FIBER

Casio announced the G-Shock MTG-B2000 series for a November 2020 release in Japan and Asia. This all-new model has a Carbon Core Guard structure that consists of a Dual Core Guard monocoque (single shell) case that is surrounded by a stainless steel metal frame. This gives the watch a seamlessly integrated case back and a more refined metallic look from the front and sides, unlike previous MT-G models that also had large resin parts on the sides. Other major features include Tough Solar power, Multi-Band 6 automatic radio time-syncing, Bluetooth smartphone link, Triple G Resist protection (against shock, centrifugal force, and heavy vibration), and 200-meter water resistance. The MTG-B2000 is manufactured at the Yamagata Casio factory in Japan.

The MTG-B2000 has a distinctive 12-sided (dodecagon) bezel and a body that brings to mind older MT-G models like the MTG-G1000 with its angular case. G-Shock states that the MTG-B2000 is a mid-size model like the previous generation MTG-B1000. The dimensions are 55.1 x 51 x 15.9 millimeters, compared to 55.8 x 51.7 x 14.4 for the MTG-B1000. The bezel and body of the MTG-B2000 are separated, and this allows for them to have a different colored ion plating for a unique metallic style. This is the first MT-G model using three dual coil motors, allowing for swift hand movements.

MTG-B1000 (Left) and MTG-B2000 Comparison Photo: (via news.mynavi.jp)

The MTG-B2000BD and MTG-B2000D models have a layered composite band, which is made of stainless steel and a fine resin inner layer. This composite band is 15% lighter than the band of the previous MTG-B1000D. The composite and resin bands have a double slide lever for quick release. A black soft urethane band (BANDGS51P-1JR) and a stainless steel composite band (BANDGS51D-1JR) will be available separately for 15,000 JPY and 30,000 JPY plus tax, respectively. The MTG-B2000BD MTG-B2000D models with a composite band weigh 156 grams, and the MTG-B2000B with a soft urethane band weighs 127 grams.