Casio MTP-VD01vsSpecht & Sohne Söhne SP2644Q 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 SP2644Q Quartz at true scale

Söhne SP2644Q Quartz

Diameter

45mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

49mm

46mm

lowest

Thickness

10.3mm

lowest

11mm

Water Resistance

50m

50m

MSRP

$55

lowest

$127

Movement

Quartz

Miyota 2115

Case

6 specs
Diameter
45mm
38mm
Thickness
10.3mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
49mm
46mm
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
Miyota 2115
Power Reserve
n/a
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$55
$127
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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 SP2644Q Quartz

Owners widely praise the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP2644Q Quartz for its value and design, with many finding it a satisfactory homage for its price. The watch is noted for its thin profile, attributed to the Miyota 2115 quartz movement, and a well-made, weighty feel with no sharp edges. However, some owners flag rough brushing and a dust-attracting strap. A functional issue reported by one owner is the day changing at 10 PM instead of midnight, though the low price of around $280 mitigates some disappointment. Overall, owners rate the Specht & Sohne Specht & Söhne SP2644Q Quartz highly for its cost-performance value and ability to satisfy a desire for a specific aesthetic at an accessible price point.