Introducing The New Mido Multifort Skeleton Chronograph

The Multifort collection is among the most prominent in Mido’s portfolio. Introduced in 1934, it has become a pillar of the Swiss brand’s identity. Last year, Mido celebrated the collection’s 90th anniversary with a stunning limited edition, reaffirming its historical significance. Now, the Multifort family grows even further with the addition of three new Multifort Skeleton Chronograph references.

Staying true to the spirit of the collection, these new models feature openworked dials that reveal key components of the automatic movement beneath, offering both mechanical intrigue and modern styling.

Each of the new references is housed in a polished stainless steel case with a three-part construction. The case measures 43mm in diameter, 14.4mm in thickness, and 50.67mm lug-to-lug. 

It is fitted with sapphire crystals on both sides, treated with anti-reflective coating, and a fluted screw-down crown at 3 o’clock flanked by rectangular chronograph pushers. For the black dial variant, the case is coated in black PVD. All models offer a water resistance of 100 meters.

The openworked dial showcases the architecture of the movement and the gear train, adding depth and complexity to the design. Three dial variations are available: blue or anthracite with silver accents, and black with orange highlights. The dials combine vertical and circular satin-brushed finishes, while the subdials are positioned at 3, 6, and 9 o’clock, displaying the 30-minute, 12-hour, and small seconds counters, respectively.

A tachymeter scale is printed on the sloping inner flange, while a 1/5th-second track encircles the dial for precise timekeeping. Applied hour markers are coated with white Super-LumiNova for legibility in low light. The skeletonised, tri-faceted hour and minute hands are satin-brushed and filled with Super-LumiNova, while the subdial and central chronograph hands are flat and diamond-cut for clarity and contrast.

Powering the new models is the Mido Caliber 60, an automatic chronograph movement based on the ETA A05.951, itself rooted in the reliable Valjoux 7750 architecture. It beats at a frequency of 28,800 vibrations per hour (4 Hz) and offers an impressive 60-hour power reserve. 

The movement is equipped with a Nivachron balance spring, enhancing resistance to magnetic fields, temperature fluctuations, and shocks. Decorative touches include circular-grained bridges and a skeletonised oscillating weight engraved with the Mido logo.

Each version is paired with a distinctive strap or bracelet. The anthracite model is presented on a stainless steel bracelet with a folding clasp, the blue edition is fitted with a textured blue rubber strap featuring a quick-change system, and the black PVD model comes on a matching black rubber strap secured with a pin buckle.

As for pricing:

• Blue dial: CHF 2,270, which is equivalent to approximately AED 9,540
• Anthracite dial: CHF 2,300, which is equivalent to approximately AED 9,670
• Black edition: CHF 2,380, which is equivalent to approximately AED 10,000

Fore more information please visit Mido’s official website.