Unique expression is a way of being, and the G-SHOCK GAV01A-8A is a silver watch expressing dauntless style with its singular presence. Nothing in the G-SHOCK line is like it. Its metallic luster and radical design highlight the boldness within. A spherical shape unites the band, bezel, and mineral glass, while special shock- resistant technology allows for larger analog hands. The openwork dial is crafted in a butterfly shape to create the “cool eyes” aesthetic, giving way to a full LCD. Aggressive buttons and external indices give attitude to the spherical shape: the GAV01A-8A has exhilarating modern energy and makes for one cool watch. Notice the various silver and metallic hues on the bezel, indices, and dial. Various finishes from a textured matte to a shiny luster ornament the watch face, offering contrast to the overall brilliance of this silver watch.
Sometimes enthusiastically named the G-SHOCK “alien eyes” by fans, the GAV01 collection is a new take on classic G-SHOCK protection. Full of vibrancy, the original shock-resistant design brings the indices outside, melding them with the bezel and opening up the dial for a fresh look. The raised indices help to protect the spherical mineral glass, showcasing one of many design features that not only look awesome and edgy but serve to give the GAV01A-8A that characteristic G-SHOCK toughness. The indices and easy- to-use silver buttons emerge from the silver resin case, bezel, and band of the watch: an organic flow that feels uniform and whole.
Large analog hands are usually susceptible to impacts, but G- SHOCK employs new tech using magnetism to bind the hands to the shaft, creating a natural shock absorber and allowing for larger hands with a gnarly style. If the watch is bumped or shaken, the minute hand will absorb the shock through its independence from the shaft. If the hand is out of whack after a large bump, it will soon correct itself. Remaining precise is always the goal. A cool watch with radical designs and authentic, fresh flavor: that’s the GAV01A-8A "cool eyes."
As we all know, you can’t just look good, you have to feel good. With features that go way beyond shock resistance, the silver GAV01A-8A feels good with its practical tech. A stopwatch, countdown timer, and five daily alarms help you to stay organized throughout your day. World Time displays the time in 31 time zones, great for travelers and video conference scheduling. While the watch is playing it cool with its profound design, these necessities have your back.
A silver watch can feel lost in the crowd, as its metallic appeal is strong among watch enthusiasts. The GAV01A-8A, however, is a silver watch that stands apart. That’s G-SHOCK’s dedication to ingenuity, and you can be sure the metallic resin “cool eyes” watch isn’t the last of G-SHOCK innovations. Culture changes, and G-SHOCK not only changes with it but pioneers that change.
Explore the entire GAV01 collection of watches, and live G-SHOCK cool. Walk in the shadow of cool with the black GAV01-1A "cool eyes" watch or add the brilliance of deep blue-purple to your watch collection with the GAV01-2A. You can also light your world with the nuclear energy of the yellow GAV01-9A watch. The GAV01 collection is more than a unique silver watch. Explore all the collection has to offer, and break new ground with G-SHOCK.
Basic Information
Case size (L× W× H)
49.1 × 58.2 × 19.6 mm
Weight
74 g
Case and bezel material
Resin
Band
Resin Band
Construction
Shock Resistant
Water resistance
200-meter water resistance
Power supply and battery life
Approx. battery life: 10 years on CR2025
Exterior
Glass
Mineral Glass
Spherical Glass
Compatible band size
145 to 215 mm
Other
Neobrite
Watch Features
World time
World time
31 time zones (48 cities + coordinated universal time), daylight saving on/off
Stopwatch
1/100-second stopwatch
Measuring capacity:
00'00''00~59'59''99 (for the first 60 minutes)
1:00'00~23:59'59 (after 60 minutes)
Measuring unit:
1/100 second (for the first 60 minutes)
1 second (after 60 minutes)
Measuring modes: Elapsed time, split time, 1st-2nd place times
Timer
Countdown timer
Measuring unit: 1 second
Countdown range: 24 hours
Countdown start time setting range: 1 second to 24 hours (1-second increments, 1-minute increments and 1-hour increments)
Alarm/hourly time signal
5 daily alarms
Hourly time signal
Light
Double LED light
LED light for the face (Super illuminator, selectable illumination duration (1.5 seconds or 3 seconds), afterglow)
LED backlight for the digital display (Super illuminator, selectable illumination duration (1.5 seconds or 3 seconds), afterglow)
Light color
LED:White
Calendar
Full auto-calendar (to year 2099)
Mute feature
Button operation tone on/off
Accuracy
Accuracy: ±15 seconds per month
Other features
12/24-hour format
Hand shift feature (Hands move out of the way to provide an unobstructed view of digital display contents.)
Regular timekeeping:
Analog: 2 hands (hour, minute (hand moves every 20 seconds)), 1 dial (mode)
Digital: Hour, minute, second, pm, month, date, day
