{"product_id":"casio-g-shock-year-of-the-rabbit-mtg-b3000cx-9a-mens-watch","title":"Casio G-Shock \"Year Of The Rabbit\" MTG-B3000CX-9A Men's Watch","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"6\" id=\"p-rc_cd68442b58b1c4ff-228\"\u003eThe Casio G-Shock MTG-B3000CX-9A (cataloged within the prestigious G-Shock MT-G \/ Metal-Twisted G-Shock Series, referenced internationally as the MTG-B3000CX-9ADR and in Japan as the MTG-B3000CX-9AJF) is an elite, high-performance Japanese luxury solar-powered analog chronograph. Handcrafted on the revered Yamagata Casio Premium Production Line in Japan, this exclusive commemorative release celebrates the 2023 Lunar New Year—the Year of the Rabbit—through a poetic design narrative inspired by the mythological \"rabbit in the moon\" (moon rabbit). Blending haute-horlogerie metallurgical artistry with G-Shock’s legendary shock resistance, Casio has forged a masterpiece that redefines luxury sports horology. Across international luxury watch forums, Asian collector circles, and G-Shock communities, it has earned defining community nicknames—the \"Moon Rabbit\", \"Year Of The Rabbit\", \"Golden Moon\", \"Lunar Surface\", \"Gold Moon MT-G\", or \"Dual Core Guard Rabbit\"—for its three-dimensional crater-textured gold ion-plated bezel, high-resolution lunar dial surface, playful engraved rabbit caseback, ultra-slender 12.1mm profile, and signature layered composite band.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-591 citation-end-591\"\u003eIt unites a carbon-reinforced resin core enveloped in sculpted 316L stainless steel measuring 50.9mm in width (51.9mm lug-to-lug) with a textured gold dial face, anti-reflective sapphire crystal, radio-controlled atomic synchronization, Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, and professional 200-meter water resistance.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Perfectly calibrated for executive boardrooms,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e gala banquets,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e world travel,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and high-impact active pursuits,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e it is an extraordinary blend of cultural symbolism and cutting-edge watchmaking.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"7\" id=\"p-rc_cd68442b58b1c4ff-229\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eThe defining visual centerpiece of this MTG-B3000CX-9A reference is its celestial \u003c\/span\u003eLunar Surface Bezel and Dial Architecture\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The solid stainless steel bezel undergoes specialized high-tonnage forging to create a realistic,\u003c\/span\u003e uneven three-dimensional topography replicating the craters and maria of the moon's surface, finished in a brilliant, lustrous Gold Ion Plating (IP). Complementing this sculptural bezel is a multi-layered gold dial plate imprinted with an intricate, photorealistic lunar pattern. Three dimensional sub-dials provide chronograph elapsed timing, dual-time 24-hour indication, and day-of-the-week tracking, accentuated by deep crimson and ruby-red chapter rings that honor festive Lunar New Year traditions. Polished gold-tone sword hands glide across faceted three-dimensional hour batons, both treated with Neobrite luminous compound for effortless low-light legibility.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-590\"\u003eThe display is illuminated by a high-output \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-590\"\u003eSuper Illuminator white LED backlight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-590 citation-end-590\"\u003e with afterglow.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Turning the timepiece over reveals another exclusive detail:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e a solid stainless steel caseback engraved with a whimsical,\u003c\/span\u003e commemorative illustration of a rabbit piloting a spacecraft to the moon. \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"10\" id=\"p-rc_cd68442b58b1c4ff-230\"\u003eBeneath its tailored exterior, the watch is driven by Casio’s advanced in-house Module 5672 Japanese Tough Solar multi-motor quartz movement.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-589\"\u003ePowered by Casio's proprietary \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-589\"\u003eTough Solar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-589 citation-end-589\"\u003e light-harnessing technology, high-efficiency solar cells integrated beneath the dial convert natural sunlight and ambient indoor lighting into stored energy, completely eliminating the need for periodic battery replacements.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-588\"\u003eOn a full charge, the caliber provides approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-588\"\u003e5 months of autonomous operation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-588\"\u003e under normal daily use without light exposure, and up to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-588\"\u003e18 months in Power Saving Mode\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-588 citation-end-588\"\u003e when stored in total darkness.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"4\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Punctuality is maintained through a dual-synchronization system:\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMulti Band 6 Atomic Radio Reception\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e which automatically calibrates with atomic clocks up to six times daily across Japan,\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e North America,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the UK,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Germany,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and China; and \u003c\/span\u003eBluetooth Mobile Link\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e via the \u003c\/span\u003eCASIO WATCHES\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e smartphone app,\u003c\/span\u003e which updates local and world time four times daily,\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e manages approximately 300 world time cities,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and configures alarms and timer functions with a single tap.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"11\" id=\"p-rc_cd68442b58b1c4ff-231\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-587\"\u003eThe watch features Casio's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-587\"\u003eTRIPLE G RESIST\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-587 citation-end-587\"\u003e protective architecture, engineered to withstand the punishing physical forces of severe mechanical drops, centrifugal gravity, and high-frequency operational vibrations.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"5\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Utilizing the advanced \u003c\/span\u003eDual-Core Guard Structure\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the delicate inner module is suspended inside a rigid,\u003c\/span\u003e lightweight carbon-fiber reinforced resin case,\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e which is then enclosed within high-grade solid stainless steel exterior components.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e Through repeated pressing,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e cutting,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e and mirror polishing,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e the stainless steel caseback is engineered upward into an intricate 3D structure that serves as the lugs to secure the band and as protective shrouds for the crown and pushers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e This breakthrough mounting architecture achieves an ultra-slender profile thickness of just \u003c\/span\u003e12.1mm\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e—making the MTG-B3000 series more than 2mm thinner than previous MT-G generations while preserving uncompromising strength.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" data-path-to-node=\"12\" id=\"p-rc_cd68442b58b1c4ff-232\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-586\"\u003eThe case measures \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-586\"\u003e50.9mm in case width (diameter)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-586\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-586\"\u003e51.9mm in lug-to-lug length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-586\"\u003e, and weighs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-586\"\u003e148.0 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-586 citation-end-586\"\u003e.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"6\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Dial protection is provided by a premium flat sapphire crystal with anti-reflective inner coating\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e ensuring scratch resistance and crystal-clear clarity under blinding sunlight.\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-585\"\u003eA solid stainless steel screw-lock crown and sealed pusher gaskets ensure a certified \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-585\"\u003e20-bar (200 meters \/ 660 ft) water resistance rating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-585 citation-end-585\"\u003e, making it fully certified for swimming, marine recreation, and extreme outdoor weather.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"7\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-584\"\u003eThe timepiece comes fitted with an integrated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-584\"\u003eLayered Composite Band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-584 citation-end-584\"\u003e featuring hollow gold ion-plated stainless steel outer links encasing fine resin inner segments, providing lightweight comfort and thermal insulation against the skin.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"8\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The band incorporates Casio’s innovative \u003c\/span\u003eOne-Touch Exchange Structure\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e allowing the wearer to swap bands without tools via dual push-buttons located on the underside of each lug.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e The bracelet is secured by a solid one-touch three-fold deployment clasp with push-button release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MonaWatch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67949617250618,"sku":"MTG-B3000CX-9","price":4830.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0920\/5858\/3354\/files\/NewProject_8f0bd68a-1223-44b8-9477-8a5c42bab439.webp?v=1794209518","url":"https:\/\/www.monawatch.com\/products\/casio-g-shock-year-of-the-rabbit-mtg-b3000cx-9a-mens-watch","provider":"MonaWatch","version":"1.0","type":"link"}