Casio MTP-VD01vsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP0034Q Quartz

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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

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0034Q Quartz at true scale

Söhne SP0034Q Quartz

Diameter

45mm

37mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

44.2mm

lowest

Thickness

10.3mm

8.6mm

lowest

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$55

lowest

$168

Movement

Quartz

Seiko VX3K

Case

6 specs
Diameter
45mm
37mm
Thickness
10.3mm
8.6mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
44.2mm
Lug Width
n/a
25mm
Material
n/a
Stainless Steel
Finish
n/a
n/a

Crystal & Dial

4 specs
Crystal
Mineral
Sapphire
AR Coating
No
n/a
Dial Color
Silver
n/a
Lume
None
Dial and Hands

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
n/a
Seiko VX3K
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$55
$168
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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.

Specht & Sohne Söhne SP0034Q Quartz

Owners widely appreciate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0034Q Quartz for its solid construction and acceptable finishing relative to its price point, satisfying a desire for its specific aesthetic. The thin profile is noted as a benefit, attributed to its quartz movement. One owner describes the watch as "baller," highlighting its weighty feel and absence of sharp edges. However, one customer reported a negative experience with shipping updates and unresponsive customer service. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP0034Q Quartz highly for its value and aesthetic fulfillment at the price.