Matte black makes a difference in everyday life: fewer reflections, more visual unity. The indexes remain legible thanks to the matte highlights and the brighter LED on the digital ones (yes, the DW-6640RE lights better, period). Milestone markings on bracelets?
Tactile sensation when you pass your finger; it lives, it patina slowly. Method note: observation on demonstration specimens and visual comparison of generations, crossed specs as of 10/24/2025.
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The common core consists of four points: G-Shock anti-shock structure, 20 bar (200 m), chrono (1/100 s to 1/1000 s depending on the model), alarms, and modernized LED lighting. On the analog side, World Time 48 cities, Hand Shift, dual LED for the GA-2140RE—suitable for switching from office to field. Data cross-checked in official files on 10/24/2025.
The remastered 110 (GA-114RE) keeps the ISO 764 magnetoresistant DNA of the 110 series; practical near speakers/studio equipment (it happens). Officially listed specifications; check 10/24/2025.
In short: no GPS, no solar everywhere, no cardio sensors—and that’s a given. Bad idea to stuff everything here. The goal? Hold, tell the time, and collect. For the genesis and benchmarks, read the G-Shock Grand Guide: history, benchmarks, essential choices. You will be armed.
Important: “Remaster Black” ≠ “Recrystallized”. You will see similar codes circulating. Example: DW-5040PG-1 = Recrystallized series (ionized black background, gold-plated buckle), not Remaster Black. Useful to avoid purchasing errors. Official sheets & detailed description consulted on 10/24/2025.
Remaster Black was launched in 2023 (40th anniversary), with several 40th anniversary capsules (Clear Remix, Recrystallized, collabs). The 40 years pages aggregate these series; good entry point to check the exact references still available in 2025. Checked on 10/24/2025.
Price / stock : do not assert anything without a source. In 2025, we still see GA-114RE-1AER in EU retail stock (€139 to €169 depending on stores, captured on 10/24/2025). These are not official prices, just merchant statements.
Secondary market: things are moving. DW-5040PG (Recrystallized) sometimes exceed 450–600 USD as new/like-new on the US side as of 10/24/2025; GA-114REs run more like 180–300 USD. Example via eBay listings of the day. Yes, it fluctuates.
Want feedback on base 110? Full field review of the G-Shock GA-110-1BER. Useful for viewing the actual “port” before moving on to the GA-114RE.
1) First the official : check the Remaster Black pages by country (line-ups vary). You will find anniversary mentions there (star, logo, bio-resins). Update, specs, and sometimes reseller links. Source control: 10/24/2025.
2) Then the ADs : favor approved distributors when stock still exists (guarantee + traceability). EU stores listed clearly display part numbers GA-114RE-1AER. Recorded on 10/24/2025.
3) Finally the secondary market : ask for macro photos of the bottom, buckle, keeper (4 stars), and hot-stamped bracelet. Cross the exact reference (RE vs PG vs RX). Tip: compare the font of the markings and the alignment of the Eric Haze logo on the back to an official sheet. Control: 10/24/2025.
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The GA-114RE is imposing (≈ 51.2 mm × 16.9 mm), visually more present than the flatter GA-2140RE. The DWE-5657RE remains the most versatile if you alternate shirt/hoodie. These prints are based on public cross-referenced dimensions and box geometry. Technical data consulted on 10/24/2025.
Because consistency is key. Same material (bio-resins), same graphic vocabulary, same discretion. We assume a watch that doesn't shine, that serves. And—small digression—it ages better than gloss. As a result, fewer visible micro-scratches. Nothing magical, just common sense. Product sources verified on 10/24/2025.
If you're passionate about history, follow the trail here: Great G-Shock guide: history, landmarks, essential choices. Quick, useful, concrete read.
You will see these names everywhere. In Remaster Blackwe pay tribute via close families: the DW-6640RE modernizes the DW-6600, the DWE-5657 covers the iconic square. The DW-5040PG lives in the capsule Recrystallized ; not the same series, even if the aesthetic is close and black. Verified 10/24/2025.
Last detour before the checkout? Choose the right G-Shock collection according to use. It avoids regrets. Really.
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