Casio launches its first Arabic-dial watch collection, the MTP-E735AR, featuring Eastern Arabic numerals and arabesque designs for the Middle East.
Key Takeaways
- Casio launches the CASIO Arabic-Dial Collection, featuring watches designed specifically for the Middle East and Africa.
- The MTP-E735AR Series includes Eastern Arabic numerals and a bilingual day display, enhancing regional appeal.
- Five colorways are available, with distinctive arabesque patterns that vary in impact based on the color choice.
- Technical specifications maintain Casio’s reliability with a slim profile, water resistance of 50 meters, and a three-year battery life.
- The collection is officially unveiled, but retail pricing and local availability in the UAE remain unconfirmed.
Casio has launched the MTP-E735AR Series, marking the brand’s first Arabic-dial watch collection specifically designed for the Middle East and Africa. The series integrates regional cultural elements, such as Eastern Arabic numerals and an arabesque-inspired dial pattern, into a classic quartz timepiece format.
A Regional First: The MTP-E735AR Series
The MTP-E735AR collection is a strategic release aimed at bringing distinctive regional character to Casio’s accessible everyday watch formats. Unlike standard global models, these timepieces feature applied Eastern Arabic numerals and a bilingual day display that switches between Arabic and English.
The design incorporates an intricate arabesque-inspired motif that extends across the full face of the watch, adding depth to the traditional three-hand layout. A day-and-date window is positioned at the 3 o’clock mark to provide practical functionality alongside the decorative elements.
Design Details: Arabesque Patterns and Colourways
The collection is available in five distinct colourways: black, deep blue, ice blue, turquoise, and white. While the core design remains consistent, the visual impact of the arabesque pattern varies significantly depending on the chosen colour:
- White Edition: This model features a more graphic and prominent look, using a silver motif paired with blue hands and hour markers.
- Darker Versions: The darker versions use tonal treatments, allowing the arabesque pattern to blend more subtly into the dial.
- Other Models: The remaining versions feature silver-tone hands that coordinate with the stainless-steel case and integrated bracelet.
Technical Specifications
Beyond the aesthetic changes, the MTP-E735AR retains the reliable technical standards associated with the Casio brand. The watches are designed as slim, conventional dress watches suitable for daily wear.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Case Dimensions | 44.5 × 37.5 × 8.4mm |
| Case & Bracelet Material | Stainless steel |
| Water Resistance | 50 metres |
| Glass Type | Mineral glass |
| Battery Life | Approximately three years |
Availability in the UAE
While the collection has been officially unveiled, The supplied launch reporting does not confirm a UAE retail price or a date for general local-store availability. The models are currently listed in the company’s international catalogue.
