Casio G-Shock GA-2100 Series Analog-Digital Black Resin Watch 48.5mm - GA2100-1A
The 'CasiOak': G-Shock toughness in a slim octagonal case — Carbon Core Guard, 200-meter water resistance, and just 51 grams.
The GA-2100-1A takes the octagonal bezel of the original 1983 G-Shock and rebuilds it around a Carbon Core Guard structure — a carbon-fiber-reinforced resin case that protects the module while keeping the watch slim at 11.8 mm thick and light at 51 grams.
It is shock resistant with 200-meter water resistance, an analog-digital display, and a battery rated for approximately 3 years. World time covers 31 time zones, and the watch includes a 1/100-second stopwatch, countdown timer, five daily alarms, a Double LED light, and a full auto-calendar to the year 2099.
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Last updated: November 9, 2026
Specifications
- 48.5 x 45.4 x 11.8 mm case
- 51 g
- 200-meter water resistance
- Carbon Core Guard
Key specifications as stated on the Amazon listing.
What we like
- G-Shock toughness in a slim, light case that wears smaller than most G-Shocks
- 200-meter water resistance suits swimming and everyday wear
- Approximately 3-year battery life — no charging to think about
What to watch for
- Mineral glass, not sapphire, so the crystal can mark more easily
- No smart features — no notifications, fitness tracking, or app
- At 48.5 mm wide, the octagonal case still wears large on small wrists
Key features
- Carbon Core Guard structure with a carbon-fiber-reinforced resin case
- Shock resistant with 200-meter water resistance
- Analog-digital display with Double LED light
- World time: 31 time zones (48 cities + UTC), daylight saving on/off
- 1/100-second stopwatch, countdown timer, 5 daily alarms, full auto-calendar to 2099
Who should buy it
Buy it if you want a tough, light, everyday watch with real water resistance and a classic octagonal look, without charging or smartwatch complexity.
Who should avoid it
Skip it if you want smartwatch features, a sapphire crystal, or a small, dressy watch for formal wear.
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