Casio G-Shock The Origin Watches

The design that started it all. A square case since 1983.

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The Origin

The G-Shock that started it all

The design that was born from a question

The story of The Origin doesn't begin with a design, but with a question: what if a watch could fall to the ground without breaking? In 1983, watches were delicate instruments and breaking when dropped was considered normal. Kikuo Ibe, a Casio engineer, set out to change that. The team he put together started from a single sentence: a durable watch that wouldn't break even if it fell.

After more than 200 prototypes and two years of testing, Ibe found the solution by watching a child bounce a ball in a park: if the watch module floated inside a hollow structure, it would absorb impacts without breaking. That was the birth of the first G-Shock. And The Origin is the line that keeps that original design alive: the square case, the octagonal bezel and a philosophy that hasn't changed in more than forty years.

Square case Extreme toughness Original design Since 1983

The original design and its variants

The Origin doesn't seek to innovate in aesthetics. It seeks the opposite: to keep intact the design that was born from the need for toughness. The square case isn't an aesthetic decision; it's the result of eliminating everything unnecessary to leave only what protects the module. That extreme simplicity is what has turned it into an icon.

Over time, the line has evolved in materials without losing its shape. There are resin versions, full steel versions and versions that add technology such as Tough Solar or Bluetooth connectivity. But they all share the same starting point: the DNA of the first G-Shock.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between The Origin and other G-Shock lines?

The Origin is the line that keeps the original design of the first G-Shock, that square resin model born in 1983. Other lines such as Master of G or G-Steel start from that same tough foundation but adapt it to different uses or styles. The Origin, by contrast, stays faithful to the design that started it all.

Is The Origin still as tough as the first G-Shock?

Yes. The hollow case structure with the module suspended inside remains the foundation of every model in the line. What has changed over the years are the materials and features, but the principle of toughness is still the same as in 1983.

Are there versions of The Origin in steel or titanium?

Yes. Although the original material was resin, over time versions with a steel case and bezel have appeared, as well as high-end models that use titanium and other advanced materials. They all keep the characteristic square shape and the same philosophy of toughness.

Is The Origin only for collectors?

No. Although its historical value is undeniable, The Origin is a line designed to be worn every day. Its compact design and toughness make it a comfortable watch for any use. The fact that it's the original design doesn't mean it's meant to be kept in a display case.