Casio MTP-M110
It sure looks good.
There is no secret that Casio watches own a very special piece of my watch collecting heart. Over the last years, I have owned well over 50 different pieces, asNwell as several of certain particularly nice models. My all time favorite is the MTP-1370L, the fantastic day/date that helped skyrocket both my Instagram account, and my love for these very affordable Casio watches.
Another brilliant little Casio is the MTP-M300L. That moonphase complication has
shook up parts of the watch community, with many refusing to believe it is an actual
moonphase, but a day/night indicator. I can testify to the fact that it is a 100 % actual
moonphase, and it works perfectly.
When Casio decided to introduce this fascinating concept into other cases and dial, I
was obviously intrigued. The MTP-M100L was fantastic, and the M110, looks to be
even better. But is it?
Classy stuff
Design:
This is a very good-looking watch. The rose gold case combined with the matching
indices and a stunning cream dial, makes this an absolute looker. It catches your
attention, while balancing on that edge between classy, and slightly over the top.
But, because there is one but here. And that’s a but (enough buts now) that many
Casios have struggled with over the years. The size. It seems that the good folks at
Casio HQ don’t always know what watch sizes people want to wear. And yes, I
understand that this is a matter of personal taste, but a “haute horoly” looking, rose
gold, dress watch should be under 40mm. At 42,5mm the M110 is no longer a dress
watch, but a very dressy everyday timepiece. And if that’s what you’re looking for,
then it is perfect. If you came here looking for your next super classy suit accessory,
go somewhere else. Sorry, not sorry.
The moon phase adds a certain schwung to the cream white dial
Strap:
Very few of these MTP-line Casios come on straps that you can actually use. This
one is no exception. The faux-croc style “leather” band looks good, but feels stiff and
like it`s not going to hold up to wear and tear. It is, however, easy to swap out, and
this watch will look fantastic on anything you throw it on.
Build quality:
Some of these more affordable models come with plated brass cases. These cases
tend to be overly shiny in the beginning and overly scratched up after a couple of
months. The M110, is solid steel with an outer plating of rose gold color. I have no
idea how the plating will hold up to abuse, but you wont abuse a watch of this style
anyway. Unless you bring it to your office Christmas party, which you might do.
Depending on how much you want to impress your coworkers.
Movement:
After owning more of these Casio than most, I can say with hand on heart that I have
never had a single issue with any of the movements. These are as reliable as that
house cat your parents got you when you were ten, that just absolutely refuses to
die.
X-Factor:
This thing carries with it an absolute ton of coolness and X-factor. It looks fantastic,
it’s super affordable, and it’s cool as beans. If you enjoy a good old rose gold case
with an awesome complication, packed in a slightly too large case, this is your best
bet.
