The rarest new G-SHOCK is finally in Dubai — and only 500 exist

Casio Middle East has confirmed the arrival of the G-SHOCK MR-G B5000HT — a limited edition built around traditional Japanese hammering techniques. Only 500 pieces exist worldwide. The watch G-SHOCK stores in Dubai and the wider region, where demand for premium G-SHOCK metal models continues to climb.

This isn’t a watch you find in random “used G-SHOCK watches for sale” listings. It’s the brand’s most craft-heavy square model to date and sits well above the usual G-SHOCK watches UAE price range.

Alongside it, Casio is again shining light on the regular MRG-B5000, which remains the baseline “tough luxury” pick if you’re unsure which G-SHOCK to buy.

Hammered by hand: Tsuiki craft on a G-SHOCK

The B5000HT exists to show off Tsuiki, a Japanese metal-hammering tradition.

• Unique hammered bezel and bracelet
• Work done by craftsman Kazuya Watanabe
• Each watch has a slightly different surface
• Limited to 500 pieces globally

Rather than a stamped metal finish, the surface is shaped one strike at a time. The result feels closer to pieces you’d see in knife-making or armour workshops than in everyday watches. It’s a contrast to popular models often seen in G-SHOCK Dubai malls — like the brightly coloured Gold Shock Dubai editions, which trend locally even if they don’t use artisanal metalwork.

Titanium, DAT55G and a sword-inspired look

Under the surface, the MR-G still behaves like a G-SHOCK: tough, overbuilt and built to take abuse.

• DAT55G titanium is roughly three times harder than standard titanium
• Oborogin grey DLC gives a subtle, sword-like sheen
• Copper accents add warmth
• Designed to handle daily knocks and rough wear

People often ask “does G-SHOCK glass scratch?” or “how tough are G-SHOCKs?” The MR-G line exists to calm those fears. These models are tested through the same G-SHOCK tests of toughness, the same process that once involved dropping prototypes out of windows and even using them near tools that create strong hand-arm vibration. Not exactly something you’d do with luxury watches in Dubai Mall.

And before anyone asks: no, this has nothing to do with a hand swinging machine price, though G-SHOCK durability tests sometimes look just as odd.

MRG-B5000: the easier (and cheaper) option

If the HT edition is too rare or too pricey, the regular MRG-B5000 is the version most buyers pick.

• Full titanium case and bracelet
• Tough Solar power
• Bluetooth smartphone link
• Multi-Band 6 radio time syncing

This is the more realistic option for someone comparing G-SHOCK watches Dubai prices or browsing G-SHOCK Ras Al Khaimah outlets. It’s also the answer if you’re deciding which G-SHOCK is worth it without waiting lists.

If you want something more fitness-leaning, see our GBD-H1000 review and GBD-H1000-1ER review — models that often pop up when discussing G-SHOCK alternatives or cheaper alternatives to G-SHOCK.

Takumi craft: who this model is for

Casio positions both watches as expressions of Takumi, or Japanese mastery.

• Disciplined shapes, premium metals
• Built in Japan (answering the common “where is G-SHOCK made?”)
• Aimed at collectors and fans of Japanese craft
• Sold in selected UAE retailers

Collectors in Dubai — especially those who follow gold shock dubai drops — will likely see the B5000HT as a one-off art piece more than a daily wear. For everyone else, the standard MR-G is the practical pick.

UAE Buyer’s Quick Guide: MR-G B5000HT & MRG-B5000

Where to buy in the UAE

• Official G-SHOCK Store Dubai (Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates)
• G-SHOCK boutiques in Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah
• Authorised Casio retailers across the Middle East
• Online UAE channels such as the official Casio store

If you’re hunting rare drops like the B5000HT, call ahead — these pieces don’t always hit display shelves.

Expected price range in the UAE

Casio hasn’t listed the local sticker yet, but here’s what to expect based on recent MR-G pricing:

• MR-G B5000HT (Limited Edition): AED 12,000–18,000
• Standard MRG-B5000: AED 8,000–11,000

These sit way above typical G-SHOCK UAE price brackets because MR-G models are made in Japan, use specialist titanium, and in the HT’s case, feature hand-hammered metalwork.

Should you buy the MR-G B5000HT?

Choose the HT edition if you care about:

• owning a 1-of-500 piece
• Japanese craft like Tsuiki hammering
• maximum resale desirability (far better than random used G-SHOCK watches for sale)
• The most premium square Casio currently makes

If you just want a tough metal G-SHOCK without the collector angle, get the MRG-B5000 instead. It’s still titanium, still premium, and easier to service.

Alternatives at lower prices

If the MR-G line is too steep:

• GBD-H1000 and GBD-H1000-1ER (great for fitness; often searched as “cheaper alternative to G-SHOCK”)
• Standard 5600 or 2100 series
• Casio G-SHOCK Vibe Resist models for sports
• G-SHOCK alternatives from Pro Trek, Timex, or Garmin if you want smartwatch features

These models sit in the regular G-SHOCK watches UAE price range — usually AED 350–1,500.

Warranty & service in the UAE

• All UAE-bought G-SHOCKs come with an official Casio regional warranty.
• MR-G models are serviced at designated premium centres only.
• For repairs like hand shift function resets, battery checks (rare thanks to Tough Solar), or strap sizing, any official G-SHOCK store in Dubai can handle it.

Final tip

If you’re torn between which G-SHOCK to buy, think of it this way:

• MR-G B5000HT = art piece
• MRG-B5000 = daily premium
• GBD-H1000 = fitness accuracy
• 5600/2100 series = classic affordable toughness

FAQ: G-SHOCK MR-G, UAE prices & popular search questions

If you want, I can also generate a short buyer’s box for UAE pricing expectations, warranty tips and where to shop (Dubai Mall, G-SHOCK store Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, online).

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