Casio· Japan
G-Shock DW-5000C
Ref. DW-5000C· 1983–present
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Community Score
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85
Expert Score
1 review
Est. Price
Market ~$657
The DW-5000C, released in April 1983, is the very first G-Shock ever produced, designed by Casio engineer Kikuo Ibe around a "Triple 10" concept: 10-bar water resistance, 10-meter drop resistance, and a 10-year battery life. It established the iconic square…
Score Breakdown
Expert
Dial & Handset
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82
Case & Design
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88
Movement
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90
Bracelet / Strap
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78
Wearability
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89
Value
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91
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(1)The Dude
ExpertJul 1, 2026
85
82
Dial & Handset88
Case & Design90
Movement78
Bracelet / Strap89
Wearability91
ValueThe G-Shock, man. This thing has been through some serious situations with me - bowling, various interstate incidents, one particularly rough carpet-related event. It just keeps going. Original DW-5000C is the way. The newer ones, whatever, they're fine, but this is the original vibe.
