{"id":1625,"date":"2015-04-10T17:30:22","date_gmt":"2015-04-10T16:30:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1625"},"modified":"2015-04-11T22:52:43","modified_gmt":"2015-04-11T21:52:43","slug":"casio-partner-with-huf-to-produce-g-shock-for-skaters","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/2015\/04\/casio-partner-with-huf-to-produce-g-shock-for-skaters\/","title":{"rendered":"Casio Partner With HUF To Produce G-Shock For Skaters"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">Casio have teamed up with skatewear brand HUF to produce a new watch which is not only high-quality, but also strong enough to survive performing as many\u00a0ollie&#8217;s and kickflip&#8217;s as you desire!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What Are Casio G-Shock Watches?<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1626\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1626\" style=\"width: 213px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/product24998-0-7944_cropped.jpg.thumb_299x420_b9c3ddc9d0199acd54b776965cb6ab1a.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-1626\" src=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/product24998-0-7944_cropped.jpg.thumb_299x420_b9c3ddc9d0199acd54b776965cb6ab1a-213x300.jpg\" alt=\"Casio G-Shock GD400\" width=\"213\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/product24998-0-7944_cropped.jpg.thumb_299x420_b9c3ddc9d0199acd54b776965cb6ab1a-213x300.jpg 213w, https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/product24998-0-7944_cropped.jpg.thumb_299x420_b9c3ddc9d0199acd54b776965cb6ab1a.jpg 299w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 213px) 100vw, 213px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1626\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Casio G-Shock GD400 which the HUF watch is based on.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">Casio G-Shock are already known for the incredibly strong, durable range of stylish watches which have been\u00a0produced since 1983. Two of the incredibly popular watches in that range are the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/casio-shock-chronograph-alarm-black-ga-100-1a1er-p-7105\/\" target=\"_blank\">Casio G-Shock GA-100-1A1ER Chronograph<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/casio-bluetooth-40-smartwatch-shock-black-and-blue-gb-6900b-1ber-p-21450\/\" target=\"_blank\">Casio Bluetooth 4.0 GB-6900B-1BER Smartwatch<\/a>. Casio G-Shock watches are popular with sports stars, including pro skateboarders, which explains why they would want to work with\u00a0HUF.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\">Who Are HUF?<\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1627\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1627\" style=\"width: 180px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/2540036457_b5b30a77a9_m.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1627\" src=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/2540036457_b5b30a77a9_m.jpg\" alt=\"Keith Hufnagel in one of his shops\" width=\"180\" height=\"240\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1627\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Keith Hufnagel in one of his shops<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">Huf was founded in 2002 by professional skateboarder Keith Hufnagel when he opened up a boutique in San Francisco. His shop was so popular that he decided to open his own clothing line. The HUF brand is known for a unique range with vintage designs, accompanied by casual graphics and slogans. Hufnagel is still involved with the production of HUF products and the range is made for skateboarders, by skateboarders.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\"><span style=\"font-size: large;\">What Is HUF &amp; Casio Watch?<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_1628\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1628\" style=\"width: 130px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/gd400hf-1_pressImage.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-1628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/gd400hf-1_pressImage.jpg\" alt=\"HUF edition G-Watch\" width=\"130\" height=\"176\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1628\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">HUF edition G-Watch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">The Casio G-Shock GD400HUF-1 is built on the original <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/casio-shock-mens-black-stealth-timer-gd-400mb-1er-p-24998\/\" target=\"_blank\">Casio G-Shock GD400<\/a> which is inspired by skateboarding. The Casio G-Shock GD400 is shock resistant, splash resistant and is extremely durable. It also has a LED backlight (super illuminator)with a 3 dial face, countdown timer, world time and a full auto calendar.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">The HUF edition of the watch includes all of the functionality of the original Casio G-Shock. It includes the HUF logo on the case back and a cool strap inspired by cracked concrete.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\"><span style=\"font-size: large;\">What Do Casio &amp; HUF Say About The Watch?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">Casio&#8217;s website states that the desire was to create a custom watch which is timeless and wearable while still speaking to the heritage of both brands. HUF utilized the stylish and durable <a href=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/casio-shock-mens-black-stealth-timer-gd-400mb-1er-p-24998\/\" target=\"_blank\">Casio G-Shock GD400<\/a> to produce a watch which can withstand the shock and stress of skateboarding.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">Keith Hufnagal stated that, \u201cI used to skate for G-SHOCK back in the day and we always carried their watches at our original HUF shops in San Francisco and Los Angeles, so I was very happy when the opportunity arose to work together on a project that would speak to both our brands through one collaborative piece.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">Shignori Itoh, CEO and Chairman of Casio America, Inc. explained, \u201cSince the inception of G-SHOCK, we have been committed to finding like-minded brands and HUF is one of them.The partnership between us is a true testament to what both our brands stand for and the skate industry that we support. As one of the top brands within the skate sector that has a unique lifestyle connection, it was only fitting that we partner to create a dual-branded timepiece. HUF\u2019s dedication to developing innovative and dynamic products that are durable and can withstand the most uncompromising situations is the perfect match for G-SHOCK, the toughest watch on the market. We look forward to the release of the latest tie-up launching this summer.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">Casio and HUF have released a video called \u201cWhat\u201d which you can watch <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/GTLjERMvLqE\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"western\"><span style=\"font-size: large;\">When Will The Watch Be Released<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\">The Casio G-Shock GD400HUF-1 will be released in May 2015 and will cost $190 (approx \u00a3129.57).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: large;\"><strong>Images:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/goincase\/\" target=\"_blank\">goincase<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<!-- AddThis Advanced Settings generic via filter on the_content --><!-- AddThis Share Buttons generic via filter on the_content -->","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Casio have teamed up with skatewear brand HUF to produce a new watch which is not only high-quality, but also strong enough to survive performing as many\u00a0ollie&#8217;s and kickflip&#8217;s as&hellip;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":13,"featured_media":1626,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false},"categories":[12],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v18.4.1 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Casio Partner With HUF To Produce G-Shock For Skaters - First Class Watches Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/2015\/04\/casio-partner-with-huf-to-produce-g-shock-for-skaters\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Casio Partner With HUF To Produce G-Shock For Skaters - First Class Watches Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"Casio have teamed up with skatewear brand HUF to produce a new watch which is not only high-quality, but also strong enough to survive performing as many\u00a0ollie&#8217;s and kickflip&#8217;s as&hellip;\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/2015\/04\/casio-partner-with-huf-to-produce-g-shock-for-skaters\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"First Class Watches Blog\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2015-04-10T16:30:22+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2015-04-11T21:52:43+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/04\/product24998-0-7944_cropped.jpg.thumb_299x420_b9c3ddc9d0199acd54b776965cb6ab1a.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"299\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"420\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Richard\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Est. reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"3 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/www.firstclasswatches.co.uk\/blog\/\",\"name\":\"First Class Watches Blog\",\"description\":\"All the Guides, News &amp; 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