Seiko Presage Cocktail Time vs Casio MTP-V001

Both are dress watches. In short: the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time is mechanical (automatic) for the enthusiast feel and no battery; the Casio MTP-V001 is quartz for accuracy and low maintenance. The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time is automatic, 50m water resistance, 40.5mm, sapphire crystal; the Casio MTP-V001 is quartz, 30m water resistance, 39mm, mineral crystal.

Last verified 2026-06-27 · specs from manufacturer data · tier = price band, confirm the live price at the retailer

Spec	Seiko Presage Cocktail Time	Casio MTP-V001
Movement	Automatic	Quartz
Water resistance	50m	30m
Case size	40.5mm	39mm
Crystal	sapphire	mineral
Style	Dress	Dress
Price tier	Mid	Entry

Which should you buy?

The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time is mechanical (automatic) for the enthusiast feel and no battery; the Casio MTP-V001 is quartz for accuracy and low maintenance
The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time takes more water (50m) — better with splashes, but neither is rated for regular swimming (100m)
The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time has a sapphire crystal — more scratch-resistant for daily wear
The Casio MTP-V001 sits in the lower price tier (Entry) if budget leads

Where to buy

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Casio MTP-V001See price on AmazonCheck price

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FAQ

What's the difference between the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time and the Casio MTP-V001?
Both are dress watches. The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time is automatic, 50m water resistance, 40.5mm, sapphire crystal; the Casio MTP-V001 is quartz, 30m water resistance, 39mm, mineral crystal.

Which has better water resistance, the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time or the Casio MTP-V001?
The Seiko Presage Cocktail Time, rated 50m, versus 30m on the other. Pick 100m or higher for swimming and 200m+ for diving.

Which is better value, the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time or the Casio MTP-V001?
The Casio MTP-V001 is the lower-priced tier; the other steps up in build for more money — confirm both live prices at the retailer.

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