A Japanese watch brand established in 1995 continues to release collections themed around "Made in Japan," featuring domestically produced movements, materials, production, assembly, and design. At the time of its founding in 1995, watch production within Japan was dwindling due to the influence of factories in China, aiming to reduce costs and supply more items inexpensively. Amidst this backdrop, young enthusiasts from Japanese watch shops and manufacturers conceived the product concept "GSX" with the following objectives:
"Create watches with character"
"Focus on crafting desired watches rather than cost"
"Utilize Japan's delicate design with Japan's delicate technology"
This concept led to the launch of a series starting in the summer of 1997, characterized by "purely domestic production" and "complete original design of GSX," which continues to this day.
The GSX100UMB is a collaboration model with Resident Evil. It is themed after the game "Resident Evil 3: The Last Escape," featuring the Umbrella Biohazard Countermeasure Service (U.B.C.S) where Carlos Oliveira, a character in the game, is a member, and is actually used within the game.
The watch is finished in a matte black to prevent light reflection, which in combat situations can inadvertently reveal one's position to the enemy.
The case back is polished to a mirror finish to send rescue signals if needed. The engravings are done by stamping, similar to dog tags (two tags are provided; in case of death, one is sent to the family).
The band is designed in a long format to allow wearing over military uniforms.
Water-resistant up to 10 atmospheres. Screw-down case back.
A lightweight mid-size design is chosen to ensure it doesn't interfere with movements.
Japanese quartz movement. Made in Japan.
It is also the wristwatch that Barry Burton wears in the ending of Resident Evil 3: Nemesis.