Japanese beauty: MRG-B5000 "Tsuiki" Limited Edition.

Unleash the artistry of metalwork with a one-of-a-kind MR-G timepiece crafted with a unique hand-forged hammertone pattern and state-of-the-art metals. The release of MR-G in 1996 brought to metal timepieces what the G-SHOCK revolution did for unbreakable watches. As the G-SHOCK flagship line, MR-G continues to push boundaries, staking out a unique and impactful presence on the timepiece scene.
Building on this legacy of excellence, the striking, limited-edition MRG-B5000HT stands out as a veritable master class in metal craftsmanship. Each timepiece features a bezel and bracelet that are individually hand-hammered in a unique relief pattern by a master of the traditional tsuiki* hammering technique.

* Tsuiki (literally, to shape with a hammer) is a traditional Japanese hammering technique used to shape metal. Different hammer blows and varying degrees of force are applied to create unique textured patterns that evoke the kind of warmth and individuality that only handcraftsmanship can achieve, with no two pieces the same. Used since ancient times to produce tea sets and ornaments, tsuiki is still regarded as a symbol of high art and sophisticated crafts in Japan today.

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MRGB5000HT-1D

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The bezel and bracelet feature unique relief patterns realized with the traditional tsuiki hammering technique.

Stunning hammertone relief pattern: Achieved with artisanal handcraftsmanship

The bezel and bracelet feature unique relief patterns realized with the traditional tsuiki hammering technique. In the world of tsuiki craftsmanship, the art lies in executing a pattern that is neither too regular, nor too chaotic — finding an organic rhythm that achieves the perfect balance for a unique and artistic finish, no two pieces exactly alike.

Each timepiece is hand-hammered by master tsuiki artisan Kazuya Watanabe, whose “fluctuating” yuragi hammering technique creates a powerful texture that is both impactful and satisfying. His subtle and exacting skill delivers a look and feel that cannot be replicated by machine.

The bezel and bracelet are not only beautifully textured with tsuiki, but also made with DAT55G, a special alloy that is three times harder than pure titanium. This extra-hard metal material is finished with a diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating for significantly enhanced scratch- and abrasion-resistance.

The intricately shaped case is constructed from 25 separate components.

Titanium screw-lock case back with the MR-G logo.

* Due to the screw-lock construction of the case back, the orientation of the logo and lettering on it may not match up perfectly with the dial.

Iconic form: Heir to the original G-SHOCK spirit

Inheriting the streamlined functional beauty of the very first G-SHOCK that debuted in 1983, the MRG-B5000 is a digital timepiece that achieves high-level integration of toughness and beauty.

The intricately shaped case is constructed from 25 separate components, with individual polishing applied to each component to deliver a sophisticated textural appeal. The watch also employs the Multi-Guard Structure, with various buffers inserted between the bezel components to further enhance strength and shock resistance.

Kazuya Watanabe

Born in 1978 in Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture. After graduating from the Department of Arts and Crafts Design at Nagaoka Institute of Design in 2001, Watanabe joined Gyokusendo, a historic copperware factory. There, he studied traditional techniques of hammering copperware before establishing his own forge in 2005. Watanabe is the recipient of many awards, including the New Artist Award at the 43rd Japan Contemporary Arts and Crafts Exhibition and the Contemporary Crafts Prize at the 47th Japan Contemporary Arts and Crafts Exhibition. Since 2010, he has focused on solo exhibitions. Engaging in collaborations that span a range of genres, Watanabe explores modes and possibilities of contemporary craftsmanship.