Casio MTP-VD01vsSeiko Selection SARV001

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Casio MTP-VD01 at true scale

MTP-VD01

Seiko Selection SARV001 at true scale

Selection SARV001

Diameter

45mm

42mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

lowest

51.5mm

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

11.6mm

Water Resistance

50m

100m

highest

Power Reserve

n/a

41h

MSRP

$55

lowest

$181

Movement

Quartz

Seiko 4R36

Case

7 specs
Diameter
45mm
42mm
Thickness
10.3mm
11.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
51.5mm
Lug Width
n/a
n/a
Material
n/a
Stainless steel
Finish
n/a
n/a
Water Resistance
50m
100m

Crystal & Dial

3 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Hardlex
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Silver
White

Movement

4 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko 4R36
Type
Quartz
Automatic
Power Reserve
n/a
41h
Jewels
0
24

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$55
$181
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Reviews

Synthesized for each watch independently from owner discussions, enthusiast forums, written reviews, and video reviewers.

Casio MTP-VD01

Owners widely praise the Casio MTP-VD01 for its exceptional value, with many stating it looks and feels worth significantly more than its low price point. Reviewers note its clean aesthetic and attractive dials, with one owner comparing its blue dial to a more expensive brand. Some owners find the dial legibility challenging due to hand and marker blending. The original rubber strap and a NATO strap were both found to be uncomfortable. On balance, owners rate the Casio MTP-VD01 highly for its impressive aesthetic and value proposition.

Seiko Selection SARV001

Owners widely praise the Seiko Selection SARV001 for its exceptional value, with many considering it a bargain and a strong alternative to more expensive watches. Its comfortable fit and versatile style make it suitable for everyday and business-casual wear. The 4R36 movement is noted as an improvement over lower-tier Seiko movements, and one owner reports an accuracy of +4 seconds per day. Some owners find the OEM bracelet disappointing, but the watch is considered a "strap monster" with good potential for customization. Overall, owners rate the Seiko Selection SARV001 highly for its killer style and value for money.