G-SHOCK introduces a new collaboration with the Charles Darwin Foundation, inspired by the unique wildlife of the Galápagos Islands. This third installment in the Charles Darwin Foundation collaboration series features two models that celebrate the Galápagos marine iguana and the Galápagos penguin, showcasing the charm of these animals with vivid colors and unique designs.
The base model is the GA-B2100, which incorporates Tough Solar technology and biomass plastic to reflect a commitment to environmental sustainability and to pay homage to the rich natural beauty of the Galápagos. The GA-B2100CD-1A4 model captures the two-tone red and black of the Galápagos marine iguana, the world’s only iguana known to dive into the sea.
The GA-B2100CD-1A7 model is inspired by the black and white of the Galápagos penguin, the only penguin species found in tropical waters near the equator. Each model features a stylized motif of the marine iguana or penguin on inset dial hand at 9 o’clock and on the band loop. The back cover of these models is engraved with the Charles Darwin Foundation logo, and the band is printed with the Spanish phrase “Apoyo la conservación de Galápagos,” which translates to “I support the conservation of the Galápagos.” These models come in special packaging that does not use resin materials, further emphasizing the environmental focus of this collection.
Specifications (Module No. 5689)
- Shock resistant (G-SHOCK)
- Tough Solar (Solar powered)
- Double LED light
- LED light for the face (Super Illuminator, selectable illumination duration (1.5 seconds or 3 seconds), afterglow)
- LED backlight for the digital display (Super Illuminator, selectable illumination duration (1.5 seconds or 3 seconds), afterglow)
- Mobile link (Wireless linking using Bluetooth®)
- Hand shift feature (Hands move out of the way to provide an unobstructed view of digital display contents)
- World time
- 38 time zones (38 cities + coordinated universal time), auto summer time (DST) switching, home city/world time city swapping
- 1/100-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity:
- 00'00"00~59'59"99 (for the first 60 minutes)
- 1:00'00~23:59'59 (after 60 minutes)
Measuring unit:
- 1/100 second (for the first 60 minutes)
- 1 second (after 60 minutes)
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, lap/split time
- Countdown timer
- Measuring unit: 1 second
- Countdown range: 60 minutes
- Countdown start time setting range: 1 second to 60 minutes (1-second increments and 1-minute increments)
- 5 daily alarms
- Hourly time signal
- Battery level indicator
- Power Saving (display goes blank to save power when the watch is left in the dark)
- Full auto-calendar (to year 2099)
- 12/24-hour format
- Button operation tone on/off
- Date/month display swapping
- Day display (days of the week selectable in six languages)
- Regular timekeeping
- Analog: 2 hands (hour, minute (hand moves every 20 seconds)
- 1 dial (battery level, mode)
- Digital: Hour, minute, second, pm, month, date, day
- Accuracy: ±15 seconds per month (with no mobile link function)
- Approx. battery operating time:
- 7 months on rechargeable battery (operation period with normal use without exposure to light after charge)
- 18 months on rechargeable battery (operation period when stored in total darkness with the power save function on after full charge)
- Size of case / total weight
- GA-B2100CD.......... 48.5 x 45.4 x 11.9 mm / 52 g
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Charles Darwin Foundation:
The Charles Darwin Foundation, which operates the Charles Darwin Institute, is an international non-profit organization that first began conservation activities in Galápagos in 1959. Currently, more than 100 staff members from around the world are involved in a variety of activities, including research on the land and marine life, and on the ecosystems of the Galápagos Islands, as well as conservation activities on the islands and environmental education for local residents.
