G-SHOCK Premium MRG-B2000KT-3A (1 ONLY FOR NZ)

Immerse yourself in luxurious quality with the limited-edition (1 of 800 pieces worldwide) MRG-B2000KT, featuring a breathtaking engraving of the auspicious phoenix in flight — handcrafted in exquisite detail by a master of Japanese metalsmithing. A symbol of good fortune, nobility, supreme happiness, and longevity, the legendary bird has long held a revered place in traditional artisanal crafts.

For this very special timepiece, the bezel evokes the tsuba iron guard of a Japanese sword. The distinctive dark blue-green kurogane-iro (literally “iron color") hue, which iron takes on when heated, is achieved with a green DLC coating applied to titanium already treated with a deep-layer hardening process. Handcrafted by metalsmith KOBAYASHI Masao, the bezel is engraved with a spectacular design of a phoenix.

The gradated color of the dial ring captures the dynamic beauty of the phoenix’s graceful flutter. The four bezel screws set with emeralds symbolize wisdom and the power to see the truth. These dazzling elements come together to create one of the most luxurious designs in the MR-G lineup.

Covered in a distinctive crystallized pattern that forms when heat is applied to pure titanium, the case projects the shimmering beauty of the crystalline nie patterns on a Japanese sword blade. G-Shocck use the same deep-layer hardening process on the case for superior hardness and the brown AIP coating to project a coppery hue. The Clad Guard Structure protects the crown and buttons, delivering both solid construction and easy operation of watch functions.

Such a robust case demands a sturdy band. The dark green Dura Soft rubber strap is resistant to discoloration, stains, and ageing, and is soft and comfortable for stress-free wear, even on active days. The titanium clasp is finished with the same deep-layer hardening process and brown AIP coating as the case and bezel for enhanced durability.

Metalsmith KOBAYASHI Masao Third-generation metal craftsman working in Shiga Prefecture’s city of Otsu. Active as a metal engraver as well, with experience studying engraving in Kyoto. Works with a wide range of decorative metal crafts, including crafting shrine and temple fixtures, restoring historic cultural assets, crafting tea ceremony implements, and engaging in artistic craftwork. One of Japan’s premier artisanal metalworkers.

- A metal fitting inserted between the sword hilt and blade to protect the hand that grips the hilt. These decorative sword elements are extremely valuable and often viewed as works of art in themselves. The engraving for this timepiece is based on the phoenix design for the tsuba iron guard of the MR-G katana, also crafted by KOBAYASHI Masao.
- AIP is a surface treatment technology that uses energy from arc discharges to vaporize metal materials instantaneously, turning them into a plasma state and ionizing the elements that form the coating. Compared to ordinary ion plating (IP), AIP enables the formation of films with greater adhesive properties and hardness. The most significant feature of AIP is its ability to vaporize materials in a flash, using intense energy to form uniform, beautiful coatings on a range of metal surfaces. The technology allows MR-G watches to deliver the unique Japanese hues the line is known for, and also supports a rich palette of color variations. WATCH FEATURES

- World time

Dual time 27 time zones, Home city time swapping, auto summer time (DST) switching

Stopwatch

1-second stopwatch Measuring capacity: 23:59'59'' Measuring modes: Elapsed time

Timer

Countdown timer Measuring unit: 1 second Countdown range: 24 hours Countdown start time setting range: 1 minute to 24 hours (1-minute increments)

Alarm/hourly time signal

Daily alarm

Light

LED light (Super Illuminator) Afterglow

Light color

LED:White

Calendar

Full auto-calendar (to year 2099)

Hand home position correction feature

Auto hand home position correction

Energy saving feature

Power Saving (hands stop to save power when the watch is left in the dark)

Run time

Approx. battery operating time: 5 months on rechargeable battery (operation period with normal use without exposure to light after full charge) 26 months on rechargeable battery (operation period when stored in total darkness with the power save function on after full charge)

Accuracy

Accuracy: ±15 seconds per month (with no signal calibr