asio introduces the new Flare Red series as the latest addition to G-SHOCK’s extensive lineup ahead of the 40 anniversary in 2023. These first two watches feature a solar flare theme. The MTGB3000FR1A and GWG2040FR-1A are the first timepieces to feature a solar flare theme, showcasing G-SHOCK’s spirit of toughness and evoking the dynamic energy and heat intensity of solar flares.

The all-new look of the Flare Red series is achieved by crafting the bezels of layered carbon and colored glass fibers, along with embedded phosphorescent material, resulting in a truly unique pattern for every timepiece, making no two bezels alike in the series.

The blazing red brand colour, dynamic multicolored design, and innovative glow-in-the-dark phosphorescence of the material create an altogether original worldview. Phosphorescentembedded forged carbon bezel parts comprise the 12 and 6 o’clock positions of the GWG2040GR-1A, which appear black in daylight and glow in unique patterns to complement the bezel in the dark.

A complimentary combination of rose gold and black IP is used for metal parts throughout the timepieces and a solar flare-inspired pattern embellishes the dial beneath a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating. The MTGB3000FR1A also comes equipped with a Bluetooth link through the Casio Watches app, connecting to a smartphone for functions such as automatic time adjustment, self-check evaluation, phone finder, and more.

The two featured watches of the series, MTGB3000FR1A and GWG2040FR-1A, include the Eric Haze-designed logo commemorating the 40 anniversary engraved on the case back, along with four stars with “SINCE 1983” laser-engraved on the stainless-steel band loop.

Both timepieces also come equipped with G-SHOCK technology including:

• Shock Resistance
• Dust and Mud-resistant Structure (GWG2040FR-1A Only)
• 200-Meter Water Resistance
• Tough Solar Power
• Radio-controlled (Multi Band 6)
• Auto Hand Home Position Correction
• Full-Auto LED Lights (Super Illuminator)
• Alarm
• Stopwatch (24 Hr)
• Countdown Timer (60 Min)
• World Time (29 time zones)
• Digital Compass (GWG2040FR-1A Only)
• Altimeter/Barometer (GWG2040FR-1A Only)
• Thermometer (GWG2040FR-1A Only)

The MTGB3000FR1A will retail for $1,300, and the GWG2040FR-1A for $1,100.