More than a year after its international debut, Casio’s MTP-B146 retro collection has finally reached the US with three stainless steel models starting at $110.
The US drop follows an April appearance in the Casio Lab Showcase, where Casio added five MTP-B146 watches and invited users to vote on their preferred model, according to Notebookcheck. The company has now brought three of the survey’s most popular variants to the States.
Casio MTP-B146 Retro Stainless Steel Watches Arrive in the US From $110
The US lineup includes the Casio MTP-B146D-1AV with a silver case and black dial, the MTP-B146D-2AV with a silver case and light blue dial, and the MTP-B146G-3AV with a gold case and emerald green dial.
The first two models are priced at $110 through the Casio US store. The gold-tone MTP-B146G-3AV costs $130, reflecting its gold ion-plated case and bracelet.
Casio’s visual pitch is not subtle. The company says the color scheme:
“immerses you in the atmosphere of the 1980s”
That 1980s framing is backed by the watch’s round face, compact sizing, and metal bracelet. The collection sits in Casio’s analog catalog as an inexpensive stainless steel option with a clearer style hook than a plain three-hand watch.
The source material does not confirm broader US retail availability beyond Casio’s own store. That matters for buyers who prefer third-party retailers, but for now the confirmed channel is Casio US.
The 12 O’Clock Day Window Gives Casio’s MTP-B146 a Vintage Twist
The standout detail is the day display at 12 o’clock. Most of the watch’s functional layout is conventional: three-hand analog display, date window at 3 o’clock, quartz movement, and mineral glass.
The top-mounted day window changes the dial balance. It gives the MTP-B146 a more distinctive face than Casio’s existing MTP-B145 models, which Notebookcheck identifies as the closest comparison point.
Here is how the three US models stack up:
| Model | Case / dial | US price | Key distinction |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTP-B146D-1AV | Silver case, black dial | $110 | Darkest dial option |
| MTP-B146D-2AV | Silver case, light blue dial | $110 | Lighter dress-casual look |
| MTP-B146G-3AV | Gold case, emerald green dial | $130 | Gold ion-plated case and band |
All three use a stainless steel case, a stainless steel bracelet, and a one-touch, three-fold clasp. The gold-green model adds ion plating to the case and band, but the core specifications remain the same.
For buyers who want a distinctive analog watch rather than a connected device, the appeal is straightforward. The MTP-B146 offers a specific visual signature, not a longer feature list.
Casio has also been active in other watch categories covered by MLXIO, including the Casio W738H US launch and the analog-focused Casio Pro Trek PRJ-01 coverage. The MTP-B146 release is different in tone: less tool-watch, more retro dress-casual.
US Availability, Color Options, and Early Buyer Questions for the MTP-B146
The confirmed US availability is through the Casio US store. The source does not state whether Amazon, department stores, or watch retailers will carry the collection.
The shared specification sheet is the main reason the price gap is narrow. Buyers are choosing color and finish more than hardware differences.
Key specs from the US collection include:
- Case size: 40.8 × 35 × 8 mm
- Weight: 85 g
- Case and bezel: Stainless steel
- Crystal: Mineral glass
- Water resistance: 50 meters
- Movement: Quartz
- Battery: SR920SW
- Battery life: Approximately 3 years
- Accuracy: ±20 seconds per month
- Wrist size compatibility: 150–205 mm
- Calendar: Day and date display
The practical buying question is whether the MTP-B146G-3AV earns its $20 premium for the gold ion-plated finish. On specs alone, it does not add movement, battery, water resistance, or display advantages over the two $110 models.
Shoppers should also verify warranty terms and return conditions directly through Casio’s checkout flow, because those details are not included in the supplied source material. Case dimensions and wrist compatibility are confirmed, but fit can still vary with bracelet sizing.
The next test is distribution. If Casio keeps the collection limited to its US store, availability will hinge on direct inventory; if it expands the line to more US channels or adds the remaining Showcase colorways, the MTP-B146 could move from a niche retro drop to a more visible analog option in Casio’s affordable lineup.
Key Takeaways
- Casio is bringing three popular MTP-B146 retro variants to the US after their international debut.
- The watches offer an affordable stainless steel analog option starting at $110.
- The 12 o’clock day display gives the lineup a more distinctive vintage look than a standard three-hand watch.
