Ocean Star Tribute 2-Tone Ref. M026.830.21.051.00

Being one of Mido’s most iconic collections, Mido celebrates the 75th anniversary of the Ocean Star with an outstanding new model that recollects subtle references from the past, incorporating a host of classic design aesthetics from 1960s dive watch models. The perfect blend of a retro style and impressive modern specifications makes the Mido Ocean Star Tribute 2-Tone Ref. M026.830.21.051.00 truly an all-rounder Swiss-made diver that checks all the right boxes. The Swiss have been highly regarded as the pinnacle of the watch industry with a rich history of producing watches of the highest quality standards. At the top of the food chain for luxury mechanical watches, it comes as no surprise that haute horlogerie watches command astronomical prices. However, not every Swiss timepiece has to break the bank. In particular, historic Swiss watch manufacturer Mido prides themselves to produce exceptional Swiss-made watches at a surprisingly affordable price point. Mido Ocean Star Tribute 2-Tone Ref. M026.830.21.051.00 For over more than 100 years, Mido has stood for watches that combined innovation, aesthetics and functionality since its beginnings. Founded by experienced watchmaker Georges Schaeren in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland back in 1918, the name “Mido” was derived from the Spanish phrase “Yo Mido”, meaning “I measure”. Today, Mido is based in the town of Le Locle, in the heart of the beautiful Swiss Jura Mountains. With the rise of scuba diving, Mido has invented numerous cutting-edge technological innovations such as the revolutionary single-shell case and their pioneering cork-crown “Aquadura” Crown Sealing system that became the foundation for their modern day dive watches. As a sturdy diver, the Ocean Star Tribute 2-Tone Ref. M026.830.21.051.00 bears a solidly-built 316L stainless steel case construction, boasting superb durability and corrosion resistance that will stand the test of time. Naturally, dimensions play an essential role to find the right fit for the wrist of the modern gentleman. Mido hits the dimensions right out of the park with a case diameter of 40.5mm, a lug to lug distance of 51mm, a tasteful size that many will definitely enjoy. Together with its sleek case profile of 13.4mm, this is a proportionate piece that exhibits timeless elegance with just the right amount of wrist presence. Tribute to its 60s Diver Scuba The Ocean Star Tribute 2-Tone Ref. M026.830.21.051.00 presents a well executed finish all around with a glossy high polish throughout the entire case, exhibiting a lustrous shine that glamorously catches the light. For a secure fit on the wrist, the Ocean Star Tribute is tastefully paired with an incredibly fluid 21mm stainless steel multi-link bracelet, giving off a cool nostalgic vibe of vintage mesh-style bracelets prominent on sports watches. This time, the old-school approach Mido took on the bezel sure is attractive, a simple yet classy bezel that certainly pleases traditionalist watch lovers that yearn for a nice vintage charm. Housing a gold-tone 120-click unidirectional rotating bezel for a pleasing contrast against the stainless steel case, the deep black aluminium insert features a sharply defined gold-tone diving scale with a prominent luminous pearl at the 12 o’clock position. The bezel action feels smooth like butter while clicking confidently in place. Caliber 80 based on the ETA C07.621 Diving into the dial, the Ocean Star Tribute 2-Tone Ref. M026.830.21.051.00 sports a matte black dial with a layout that looks extremely clean, accompanied with great proportions and a fitting day-date complication at the 3 o’clock position. The printed indexes and matching gold PVD treated diamond-cut hands are treated generously with white Super-Luminova that glows like a torch in dark lighting conditions. 

Above that, the dial is protected with a piece of scratch-resistant “glass box” highly-domed sapphire crystal with double sided anti-reflective coating, creating a truly vintage