A New Dawn for Collectors: Casio's Stunning Cerulean Blue MR-G Lands in the UK

The Casio G-Shock MRG-B2100D-2A watch (pictured) is now available in the UK.

If you thought G-Shock had shown all its cards, think again. Casio has just officially released one of its most breathtaking and technically advanced timepieces of the year in the UK: the G-Shock MRG-B2100D-2A. Already causing a stir in Japan since its debut there in January, this limited-availability model is now within reach for British collectors and horology enthusiasts, blending profound artistic inspiration with quintessential MR-G toughness.

Inspired by Mist and Mountains: The Story Behind the Dial

The moment you lay eyes on the MRG-B2100D-2A, you’re struck by its mesmerizing patterned cerulean blue dial. This isn’t just any blue; it’s a colour with a story. Casio’s designers found their muse in the ethereal early morning mist that shrouds the ancient Five-storied Pagoda of Mt. Haguro in Yamagata, Japan. The result is a dial that doesn’t sit static on the wrist. As the brand eloquently puts it, “the clear blue tone shifts subtly with the light,” creating a dynamic, living surface that changes from a deep oceanic hue to a soft, misty azure depending on the angle.

This poetic aesthetic is housed within the collection's signature octagonal bezel, a design nodding to G-Shock’s iconic 2100 series silhouette. But here, it's executed in premium materials that define the MR-G line. The bezel combines titanium carbide coated elements with Cobarion alloy, a platinum group alloy known for its brilliant, lasting shine and superior scratch resistance. This, along with the case and the multi-link bracelet crafted from DAT55G titanium alloy, presents a unified, sophisticated silver finish that allows that extraordinary dial to take centre stage.

Premium Engineering Meets Connected Convenience

Beneath its serene surface, the MRG-B2100D-2A is a technological powerhouse. As a radio-controlled (Multi-band 6) watch, it automatically synchronises with atomic clock signals around the globe for flawless accuracy. It also features Bluetooth connectivity for seamless pairing with a smartphone via the Casio Watches app. This Smartphone Link functionality allows for easy time setting, world time management, and even the handy auto hand home position correction to ensure the analog display is always perfectly aligned.

The analog display itself is clean and highly functional, featuring three hands for hours, minutes, and seconds, alongside both a date display and a day of the week indicator. Practical features like a power-saving mode and a clear white LED backlight ensure the watch is as usable in the boardroom as it is in the great outdoors, upholding G-Shock’s legendary durability in a refined package.

Availability and Pricing: A Limited Opportunity

So, how can you secure one? The watch is now available for purchase in the UK through Casio’s official online store with a retail price of £3,700.00. However, prospective buyers should act with speed. At the time of writing, the product page indicates that stock is extremely limited, showing only two units remaining. This scarcity underscores the model’s collectible status.

For those who prefer a tactile buying experience, Casio has confirmed in a recent Instagram post that the watch is also available at its flagship physical store in London. This offers a chance to witness the captivating play of light on that cerulean blue dial in person before making a commitment.

The Verdict

The Casio G-Shock MRG-B2100D-2A is more than a tool watch; it's a wearable piece of landscape art, a slice of Japanese dawn captured on the wrist. It successfully bridges the gap between emotional design and unyielding precision engineering. For the discerning collector looking for a G-Shock that speaks to both the soul and the intellect, this UK launch is a significant event.