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Introducing Mido Unveils the New Ocean Star 200C

A rose gold-coated case and green dial inspired by a sunset over a mountain lake

ByWaqt

01.08.2025

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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.

Technical Specifications: Mido Ocean Star 200C

Case: Stainless steel, rose gold-colored PVD coating, brushed and polished, unidirectional rotating bezel with deep green ceramic insert, sapphire crystal
Diameter: 42.5mm
Lug-to-Lug: 49.06mm
Water Resistance: 200 meters
Dial: Matte green, wave-like texture, applied indices and diamond-cut hands coated with white Super-LumiNova, day-date display at 3 o’clock
Movement: Caliber 80, automatic, based on ETA C07.621
Functions: Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Day, Date
Frequency: 21,600 vph (3 Hz)
Power Reserve: 80 hours
Bracelet/Strap: Brown crocodile-style leather strap with white stitching, rose gold-colored PVD pin buckle, quick-release system
Availability: Permanent line
Price: CHF 1,090, approximately AED 4,950