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Iced-Out G-SHOCK Guide: Buss Down Bezels, Cost and What to Check
Short answer
An iced-out G-SHOCK is a G-SHOCK whose bezel, and sometimes the case and band, is covered in stones. The simplest way to get one is to fit a moissanite bezel to a GA-2100, DW-6900 or DW-5600 you already own. Check three things before buying: the model the bezel fits, what the stones are, and what the bezel itself is made of.
What does iced out or buss down mean?
“Iced out” describes a watch or piece of jewelry set with many stones. “Buss down” (also written “bust down”) is slang for a piece that is fully covered, with stones set edge to edge rather than in a single row.
On a G-SHOCK the stones sit on a metal bezel that replaces the stock resin one, so the watch underneath stays a G-SHOCK.
Two ways to get an iced-out G-SHOCK
You can add ice to a watch you own, or buy a custom watch.
- Fit a moissanite bezel: buy the bezel made for your model and fit it yourself or at a watch repair shop. This is the most affordable route.
- Add a case kit: a steel case and band kit turns a resin GA-2100 into a metal watch, with or without stones.
- Buy a custom watch: choose a finished custom G-SHOCK and add a bezel that fits it.
How much does an iced-out G-SHOCK bezel cost?
Price depends on the model, the design and the cut of the stones: baguette and mixed-cut designs cost more than round pavé. The chart shows our current starting price for each G-SHOCK case, taken from the live catalog.
| G-SHOCK model | Bezel designs | In stock now | Price | Shop |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DW-6900 | 17 | 15 | $59 – $249 | DW-6900 bezels |
| GA-2100 | 17 | 17 | $149 – $299 | GA-2100 bezels |
| DW-5600 | 3 | 3 | $200 | DW-5600 bezels |
An iced-out G-SHOCK in pink, red or any other color
The bezel carries the stones and the watch carries the color. For a pink, red or blue iced-out G-SHOCK, choose the watch in that colorway and add a bezel made for its model. A white gold finish suits bright colors, and some bezels are also offered with colored stones.
What to check before buying an iced-out bezel
Iced-out bezels vary a lot in quality, and the listing should answer each of these.
- Stones: moissanite or cubic zirconia? Moissanite is harder and keeps its sparkle longer.
- Base metal: brass with plating, or stainless steel? Ours are plated brass for the stone-set bezels and stainless steel for the mod kits.
- Finish: which plating colors are offered, and is it one tone or two-tone?
- Fit: the exact G-SHOCK model, read from your case back.
- What is included: bezel only, or bezel with case, band or dial?
How to care for an iced-out G-SHOCK
Treat it like jewelry.
- Wipe it with a soft, dry cloth after wear.
- Keep it away from perfume, chlorine and harsh cleaners, which wear plating.
- Store it separately so the stones do not scratch other pieces.
- Confirm water resistance with us before swimming: custom modifications can affect it.
Common questions
Can you ice out any G-SHOCK?
Only if a stone-set bezel is made for that model. We carry moissanite bezels for the GA-2100, DW-6900 and DW-5600.
Is an iced-out G-SHOCK still shock resistant?
The watch inside is unchanged, but the resin bezel is part of how a G-SHOCK absorbs knocks, and a metal bezel set with stones does not behave the same way. Wear it as jewelry rather than as a tool watch.
Are the stones on an iced-out G-SHOCK real diamonds?
On our bezels the stones are moissanite, not diamond. Moissanite is a lab-created gemstone that passes thermal diamond testers and shows more fire than diamond.
How much is an iced-out G-SHOCK?
The cost is the watch plus the bezel. The chart on this page shows the current price range of our moissanite bezels for each G-SHOCK case, taken from the live catalog.
What does bust down mean on a watch?
“Bust down”, also spelled “buss down”, is slang for a watch covered edge to edge in stones that were set after it left the factory.
How do you bust down a G-SHOCK?
Fit a stone-set bezel made for your model in place of the stock resin bezel. On a GA-2100, a mod kit can also replace the case and band with metal ones.
What is an iced-out G-SHOCK case or frame?
It is the same idea as an iced-out bezel, taken further: the metal shell that replaces the resin bezel is set with stones, and on some pieces the dial or the band is too. Each listing states which parts are included.