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G-Shock 6900 GD-X6900-1

Casio G-Shock 6900 GD-X6900-1: strap made to measure on the watch at the Casati Milano atelier, by appointment.

GD-X6900-1 Black

Technical Specifications

Casio GD-X6900-1
Reference

GD-X6900-1

Movement

Casio caliber 3240 Perpetual Calendar | Chronograph, Countdown | Alarm

The Heritage

The G-SHOCK GD-X6900-1 Black is a 57.5mm resin case watch with an integrated proprietary lug system. This model features a tactical architecture and requires customized strap solutions due to its specialized attachment design. The watch combines Casio's technical heritage with a robust urban aesthetic.
Made to Measure

The strap for this watch is made to measure

On the Casio G-Shock 6900 the bracelet is drawn as part of the case: no catalogue strap will fit. In the atelier we take the measurements on the watch itself and build the strap on the piece — that is the work of Casati Milano.

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FAQ

Can you fit a standard strap on the Casio G-Shock 6900 GD-X6900-1?

No, the bracelet is integrated into the case. The attachment is proprietary — a conventional strap won't fit. For this model I work differently — I build the strap directly on the case, bespoke, in the atelier.

How does the bespoke strap work for the GD-X6900-1?

Come to <a href="/pages/casati-booking">Atelier Casati Milano</a>, by appointment. I measure the case geometry directly, then shape a strap that sits perfectly on your watch. It's the only approach possible with this integrated system.

Which leather do you recommend for this Casio?

I prefer Tuscan vegetable-tanned leather. It has that raw solidity that speaks to the brutal aesthetic of the resin case. It ages well, becomes softer over years, and sustains the sport-military character of the watch with no compromise.

How long does a well-made strap last?

A good strap, with the right leather, lasts years. It depends on how you wear it — the more you wear it, the more the leather breathes and adapts. Care is simple: clean now and then with a damp cloth, let it air dry. Quality leathers age beautifully, develop patina.

Why does the G-Shock 6900 have such a massive architecture?

Casio designed it in 1983 with one philosophy: extreme resistance, no compromise. The 57.5mm resin tactical case is engineered to shield the movement in harsh conditions. It's not design for design's sake — it's function becoming form. Precisely why it needs a strap that understands this logic, made to measure.