A newly leaked catalog-style render is giving watch fans the clearest look yet at Casio’s upcoming G-Shock GMW-BZ5000RC-1DR, a full-metal square that appears to blend classic stainless-steel toughness with restrained rainbow detailing. Shared by tipster @morgan_gshock, the image suggests this model is shaping up to be a premium, limited-leaning release, with an “APR” marking that points to an April launch window. Earlier chatter has also suggested pricing could land around €800, though that figure isn’t confirmed in the latest leak.
From this new render, the biggest takeaway is the construction: the GMW-BZ5000RC-1DR looks to be fully stainless steel, including a matching metal bracelet. While some people expected a more dramatically multicolored case, the leak indicates a subtler approach. The overall finish appears predominantly silver, accented by rainbow ion-plated highlights that catch the light around the case edges and the dial frame. Cooler blue and purple tones stand out along the lower-right side of the case, while warmer shades appear closer to the top. Around the display, the inner frame seems to carry a gentle multicolor gradient rather than an in-your-face rainbow treatment.
Functionally, the leaked spec details read like what you’d want from a higher-end full-metal G-Shock square, with no major surprises. The watch is listed with Tough Solar charging, Multi Band 6 radio-controlled timekeeping, and Bluetooth connectivity. The sheet also mentions 20 bar water resistance, mineral glass, and a white LED backlight—features that align with the established GMW-B5000 family and reinforce the idea that this release is more about materials and styling than a new feature set.
One small but interesting detail is the module number shown as 3575. That could simply indicate a minor variant or revision rather than a completely new platform, and it’s not yet clear whether it changes anything noticeable in everyday use. Still, module tweaks sometimes point to small internal updates, so it’s a detail enthusiasts will be watching closely as more information emerges.
For anyone tracking upcoming Casio G-Shock full-metal releases, the GMW-BZ5000RC-1DR is now looking like a stainless-steel square with premium finishing and tasteful rainbow accents—potentially arriving in April and possibly positioned near the €800 mark, with availability that may be more limited than standard catalog models.
