Casio G-shock GA2000: A standout digital-analog product in smartwatch era

Priced at Rs 8,995, the GA2000 is one of Casio's cheapest offerings; it should strike a chord with loyal G-shock fans

Casio’s G-shock series of watches, known for its toughness and ruggedness, caters to a niche audience, just like premium smartwatches. It's a classic military-type watch, and earlier I often wondered why someone would spend so much money on such bulky watches. A twist in the tale came about a year ago when a friend lent me his G-Shock Mudman for a few days. My view on these watches completely changed after that.

When I recently used the G-shock GA2000, the watch’s charm was reinforced. From splashing of water to withstanding shakes, bumps, and even fall, the watch easily handles any