New Releases · 2026-10-18
Casio G-SHOCK Rangeman GW-9400: the Triple Sensor survival tool
A historical Chronolume watch profile of the 2013 G-SHOCK, examining why the model mattered for design, technology and culture.
By Chronolume digest · Original English summary · Based on Casio official history and technical product archive
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What to know
In 2013 the GW-9400 Rangeman extended G-SHOCK from impact protection into survival-oriented instrumentation. It was the first G-SHOCK equipped with the Triple Sensor configuration for compass, altitude, pressure and temperature.
Casio made the interface physical and practical: large knurled controls, reinforced sensor button protection and a highly segmented digital display designed for quick use in difficult conditions.
Tough Solar charging and Multi Band 6 radio time calibration complement its 200-metre water resistance. Direct measurement and time-stamp controls transform it into an instrument rather than merely a watch.
The Rangeman's purposeful bulk is a deliberate trade-off. Where luxury watches try to conceal engineering, the GW-9400 presents it openly, making a visual virtue of toughness.
At a glance
| Reference | GW-9400-1 |
|---|---|
| Launch | 2013 |
| Movement | Tough Solar digital quartz |
| Size | 55.2 × 53.5 × 18.2 mm |
| Sensors | Compass, altimeter, barometer and thermometer |
| Timekeeping | Multi Band 6 |
| Water resistance | 200 m |
| Functions | One-touch time stamp; sunrise/sunset; alarm; stopwatch |
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Casio official history and technical product archive · Published 2026-10-18 ↗
