Mido’s Best Value GMT Returns with a Striking Black-and-White Makeover

The Ocean Star GMT gets a crisp new look without losing its "true" traveler functionality. This latest version pairs a versatile monochrome palette with the same affordable price point that made it a fan favorite.

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Mido's launching of the Ocean Star GMT in 2020 rapidly established it as a coveted GMT timepiece. A primary reason was its authentic GMT feature, facilitating effortless access to the realm of jumping local hour clocks, all for approximately EUR 1,200. In contrast to an office GMT, which requires adjustment of the 24-hour hand, a genuine GMT allows for the local hour hand to be incremented in one-hour intervals, significantly enhancing convenience when travel. The latest Ocean Star GMT delivers a striking contrast-driven dial, characterized by black and white hues, an accent of orange, and a highly reasonable pricing point.

The Ocean Star GMT is encased in a 44mm steel case with a lug-to-lug measurement of 50.1mm, which cannot be classified as a tiny timepiece. The casing features a combination of satin-brushed and polished surfaces, equipped with a screw-down crown and caseback, guaranteeing water resistance up to 200 meters. Reversing the watch reveals the caseback inscribed with the time zones. A unidirectional rotating bezel featuring a black ceramic ring facilitates the tracking of elapsed time, complemented by distinct white markers and a luminous pip at 12 o’clock for enhanced visibility in low-light conditions. It is affixed on a black fabric strap adorned with white stitching.

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The dial is pristine and legible, with a black background, applied indices, and a substantial application of white Super-LumiNova on the hands and markers. A vibrant orange GMT hand indicates a 24-hour scale, divided into black for nocturnal hours and white for diurnal hours. A central seconds hand featuring an orange tip provides a sporty touch, while a date window is positioned at 3 o’clock. The design is straightforward and organized, featuring significant contrast to ensure readability under all circumstances. The automated Mido Calibre 80, derived from ETA’s C07.661, functions as Swatch Group’s Powermatic movement. The ETA 2824 evolution operates at 21,600 vibrations per hour and provides an 80-hour power reserve. The mechanism features a Nivachron balancing spring, enhancing its resilience to magnetism and shocks.

The new Mido Ocean Star GMT is priced at EUR 1,350, an uncommon cost for a travel GMT watch, particularly one with diving capabilities. In summary, an excellent timepiece for the summer season. For additional information, kindly visit midowatches.com.