Casio releases three new ultra-compact G-Shock watches in US

The Casio G-Shock GMAS160 watches are now available in the US. Rumored in September 2026, this new model was launched in Japan in early October. The trio of products has also already been released in Europe.

Now, at the Casio online store in the US, you can buy the GMAS160-1B (black), the GMAS160-2B (blue) and the GMAS160-7A (cream) for $145 each. Customers are offered free shipping in 6-10 business days. Plus, it appears that these watches are also available to purchase at the brand’s physical store in SoHo, New York.

Casio’s G-Shock GMAS160, also known as the GMA-S160, is a compact watch measuring 40.7 x 35.7 x 10.8 mm (~1.6 x 1.4 x 0.4 inches). It has an octagonal bezel with curved edges and a matte finish on the resin casing and strap. The model’s metallic watch face features two analog hands, said to remain accurate to within 15 seconds each month, and a small digital display. The screen can show the time in a second time zone, as well as the date and the day of the week. 

Other features of the Casio G-Shock GMAS160-1B, GMAS160-2B and GMAS160-7A include a 1-second stopwatch, a hands shift function and a Super Illuminator backlight. Plus, the shock resistant watch is water resistant to 200 m.

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