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.

MTP-VD01

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 specsCrystal & Dial
3 specsMovement
4 specsPricing
1 specsReviews
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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.
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.
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