Gshock Bigger Longer and Uncut

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Greetings to all, this is my extra-large G-Shock.

I refer to it as G-Shock Bigger, Longer, and Uncut; the name is absurd, but so is the design.

G-Shock timepieces have always appealed to me. They've survived drops, splashes, and even a few unintentional slams, and I own a couple. But eventually, I had a different desire. Something more significant.

What if I made one that was ridiculously oversized instead of just oversized, I wondered?what if I made one that’s not just oversized, but absurdly oversized?

I began by creating a 3D model of the Metal Shock, enlarging it to the size of a wall clock, and then adding a real clock mechanism inside. I added a bright orange pop to the inside, painted the outer shell silver, and sewed a proper strap on the back so I could wear it. Yes, it works, but it's larger than my head.

This object is bigger than my head. It's not subtle. It is not feasible. But unlike anything else I've built, it's real, functional, and draws attention.

It's a combination of satire, sculpture, and homage to the design aesthetic of a company I adore. It serves as a reminder that asking yourself, "What if I just... went way too far?" can sometimes lead to the best projects.“What if I just... went way too far?”

The entire build guide for this oversized clock is covered in this article. Let's start!

Supplies

Following were the supplies you need!

• A 3D printer Since I used 3D printed components for this construction, you could actually construct the entire thing out of cardboard if you're feeling particularly creative. Do you want a cardboard model? Leave a comment, and I'll get one ready!
• M2 Fasteners
• A clock
• Paints: Black, orange, and silver dust paint are the three main colors I have used.
• Using an old Casio Vintage A-158WA metal frame as the strap, an old watch was used.

These materials are fairly easy to arrange, and I used them in this build.

DESIGN- CASIO GM-2110D-4A

Finding a good front-facing image of the Casio GM-2110D-4A was our first step in the modeling process.

It wasn't a major problem, but I wanted to find one that worked. I chose to use the front view of the Casio Shock Jellyfish because G-Shocks frequently share design elements across models.

I used the calibrate tool to scale the image up to about 240mm after importing it into Fusion 360 as a canvas. That size worked well with my 250 x 250 x 250 printer; I chose 240 mm because it felt right and I wanted to keep everything under 250 mm.

I had a single, solid model of the watch after tracing every line, shape, and word from the reference image. I divided the model into distinct components to facilitate assembly.

I started by cutting out the circular inner section, which includes the weak selector dial, the G-Shock branding, and the time display. The main body was entirely divided from this section. I used a lock nut tightened from the front to secure the clock mechanism after mounting it from the back. That maintains it securely. To fit the mechanism, I also created unique 3D-printed hour and minute hands. I added a static arm for the weak selector; it doesn't move, but it's there to match the actual Casio design.

I then divided the watch face into hexagons. This section contains all of the text, such as "G-Shock, " "Adjust, " "Mode, " etc. I used Fusion's line and spline tools to manually trace each letter, which was extremely time-consuming but ultimately successful.

Another hexagonal frame component is screwed in behind that. It acts as a structural support to keep everything together and adds thickness.

I used the metal band from an old Casio A-158WA for the strap. To securely hold the band, I created a custom component that is pressure-fitted onto the back of the hexagon-shaped frame. The enormous, functional G-Shock that you can actually strap on is what makes the entire device wearable.

3D Parts

Eight printed parts were used in this build. Our Anycubic Kobra S1 was used to print the top, mid, and back sections in white Hyper PLA. We chose a stronger filament for durability because these are the primary structural components.

Regular pink PLA was used to print the frame and bottom sections, not for aesthetic purposes but because I had a lot of extra pink spools. The base color didn't really matter because the entire body was going to be painted silver anyhow.

Grey PLA was used to print the remaining parts, which included the hour hand, minute hand, and weak selector. For those sections, we're sticking with the grey since it creates a pleasing contrast and complements the overall style.

Paint Production

The most enjoyable aspect of this project is about to begin: painting.

Painting is one of my favorite aspects of any construction, and I have always loved it. If you're interested, you can view some of the paint-focused projects I've completed in the past by clicking the link below.

• We began by painting the clock's center, which is the circular area with all the branding and the time displayed.
• Like the original G-Shock, I used a vivid orange color on the inside. Then, in accordance with the original design, I added some grey where necessary.
• I filled in each letter by hand using black paint for the text, such as "G-Shock" and "WR 20 BAR." Although it took some time, the final product looked fantastic.
• The top shell and the frame components were then painted by me. I applied metallic silver paint to give these components, which make up the outer body, a metallic appearance.
• Because I had extra pink PLA, some of the parts were 3D printed, but the silver paint effectively covered them.
• The hour hand, minute hand, and weak selector were the grey PLA components that remained unaltered. I didn't have to paint them because the grey color matched the rest of the build.

Assembling the Frame and Middle Section

The Middle Center Part is inserted inside the Frame Part to begin the assembly process.

Frame Holder and Frame-Middle Assembly

• We added the back frame part after assembling the middle and frame sections. Eight M2 screws were used to secure the back frame to the rest of the construction.
• We applied hot glue to the backside for additional strength. This prevented the parts from shifting or coming loose and helped lock everything in.

Watch Strap Construction

• I began by affixing the body of a vintage Casio watch to the specially made watch holder component.
• I used two M2 screws to firmly secure it.

Assembly of the Top Part

After applying hot glue to the watch's front face, we positioned the front frame section on top. This component completes the front portion and gives the entire device a Casio G-Shock appearance.

Assembly of Clock Machines

• The clock mechanism is first positioned from the rear of the central section. It has an M7 screw component that slides into the clock body's central hole.
• After alignment, we tighten the clock machine's included nut to keep it securely in place.

Week & Hour Minute Selector Assembly

• The hour hand, minute hand, and week selector were then added, each in its appropriate position.
• The weak selector was inserted into the hole designed for it in the center section, and the hour and minute hands were mounted directly onto the clock. Easy to use and neat.

Final Meeting

The watch strap component was added to the rear of the frame assembly as the last step. Although it is pressure-fitted into position, we used superglue to ensure its stability. That securely fastened the strap, completing the clock assembly.

Results

It's difficult to ignore what we produced after all the modeling, printing, painting, and assembly: a fully functional, enormous Casio G-Shock that is larger than my head and unquestionably larger than any watch I've ever owned.

It feels like a piece of architecture is strapped to your arm when you wear it. Practicality is not the goal. The goal is to have fun. An assertion. A tribute to the design aesthetic of a company I've always admired, taken to an entirely unnecessary but incredibly fulfilling and extreme level.

Originally a "what if, " this project turned into one of my favorite builds. At its most basic, it's just a clock, but the scale, the detail, and the absurdity of wearing it make it unique.