Introducing Mido Unveils the New Ocean Star 200C

Mido has been renowned for its pioneering water-resistance innovations since the 1930s. With a focus on producing functional and durable timepieces, the brand introduced the Aquadura cork-crown sealing system, which significantly enhanced water tightness and earned Mido the nickname “King of Waterproof Watches” at the time.

In 1944, the brand launched the Ocean Star collection as a testament to its mastery of water-resistant watchmaking, and in 2020, the brand revived this collection marking a huge and strong return. In its latest release, Mido introduces the Ocean Star 200C, featuring hues inspired by the tranquility of a sunset over a mountain lake.

The watch features a stainless steel case with a rose gold-colored PVD coating, combining brushed and polished finishes. It measures 42.5mm in diameter and 49.06mm lug-to-lug. A unidirectional rotating bezel is topped with a deep green ceramic insert and a white Super-LumiNova dot at 12 o’clock. Both the screw-down crown and screw-down stainless steel caseback, also rose gold PVD-coated, contribute to a water resistance of 200 meters. A polished starfish motif engraved on the caseback pays homage to the Ocean Star's aquatic heritage.

The dial stands out with its matte green finish and distinctive wave-like texture, reminiscent of ripples on a calm alpine lake. Applied indices filled with white Super-LumiNova ensure excellent legibility in low light. A day and date display sits at 3 o’clock, accompanied by diamond-cut hands, also treated with white Super-LumiNova for enhanced readability.

Powering the watch is Mido’s Caliber 80, based on the ETA C07.621. This automatic movement operates at 21,600 vph (3Hz), delivers an impressive 80-hour power reserve, and includes a Nivachron balance spring for outstanding resistance to magnetic fields and shocks.

The watch is paired with a brown crocodile-style leather strap, accented with white stitching and secured by a rose gold-colored PVD-treated stainless steel pin buckle engraved with the Mido logo. A quick-change system allows for easy strap swaps without the need for tools. This model joins Mido’s permanent collection and is priced at CHF 1,090, approximately AED 4,950.

For more information, visit Mido’s official website.