Introducing the Stunning Mido Ocean Star Decompression

Going back to one of the most stunning releases in 2020, Mido Ocean Star Decompression did take the center of attention among watch enthusiasts. The watch pays tribute to the original Mido Decompression from the 1960s – allowing fans around the world to cherish this special edition. 

The Ocean Star itself is Mido’s nautical dive watch collection that comprises the most up-to-date Swiss-made divers in different color variants and strap combos. The design of each piece from this collection boasts a contemporary twist. 

They are also modernly designed both in and out, until today when Mido took up the bold challenge of reviving a resonant part of its watchmaking heritage.

In this article, we’re going to take a closer look at the Mido Ocean Star Decompression and scrutinize each delicate part of the watch.

A Glimpse to Mido Ocean Star Decompression

Although it falls under the Ocean Star collection, this Mido Decompression is actually a GMT watch that allows wearers to tell time more than from one timezone. In other words, it is indeed in the form of the Ocean Star but with a GMT complication.

The dial is quite crowded with lots of elements and functions, especially considering the world timer function. Therefore, it might take a little time before you get used to telling time in this timepiece.

 The design cues strongly reflect its vintage 37mm MIDO SkyDive Diver and Diver Scuba, while the resemblance more closely to the latter for its hour markers. With an alluring retro style, vibrant colors, and advanced technology, this Mido Decompression is another proof of the brand’s quest for excellence. Let’s get into the detail below.

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Mido Ocean Star Decompression Worldtimer GMT Blue Review

The crowded dial might evoke your curiosity the most about what it tells you. But, this Mido Ocean Star Decompression Worldtimer GMT Blue – Special Edition Ref. M026.829.17.041.00 carries a lot of impressive things you need to know. We’ll cover the details below.

Watch Case

The Mido Ocean Star Decompression is packed in modern sizes allowing for a compact and tasteful dimension. It measures a 40.5mm diameter case with a lug-to-lug distance of 47mm and a height of 13.4mm.

Only with a single glance, you can tell how robust and bold the watch is with every element on it. The straightforward and robust design, which was archetypal stamped the world of dive watches since its popularity of recreational diving in the 60s. 

To further enhance the tool watch design of the 60s era, the watch bears straight lugs mid-case design with a mixture of high polish on all sides. Topping it off, the finishings are impeccable while also elevating the luxurious sides out from its shadow.

With a single flip to the caseback, you’ll get a surprise with the decorated polished starfish which is the historical symbol of the Ocean Star. 

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Bezel

Let’s start with the bezel first before scrutinizing the crowded dial. As the name suggests, a world timer function is placed on the bezel. It is narrow like it is supposed to be, rotating crisply in both clockwise and anti-clockwise directions.

Talking about the appearance of the bezel, this might well be one of the most visually-packed ones in the whole collection. So, what does it consist of?

The bezel features the new time-zone function which mimics the function of a world time. It has a scale with cities all around, so you can point at your current location and know the time difference in all 24 major towns around the world. 

Dial

Now let’s move on to the main attraction of the watch underneath the ultra-resistant box-shaped sapphire crystal. The dial comes in quite a colorful design to help the wearer highlight the world timer functions.

The dial does seem complicated but it’s actually quite simple when you already know the function of each part. Once you get used to it, a simple glance would tell you beyond just the current time.

It has a well-designed layout with concentric scales to mark diving decompression times at different depths. Moreover, it is also flanged by its 24-hour scales and then block-shaped hour markers as well as the minute tracks for the time reading.

To indicate the second time zone, the dial is equipped with a red GMT hand that also enhances the legibility for the wearer. As for night legibility, Mido applied Super-LumiNova® on the indexes and hands to ensure perfect readability. 

Movement

Driving this stunning timepiece is the Automatic Mido Caliber 80 movement (base ETA C07.661). It drives the overall complication in the watch, including the GMT and date functions.

It has 25 jewels, boasts a solid power reserve of up to 80 hours, and a quickset function for the main hour hand. As such, the watch would last for more than three days, allowing you to rest assured without worrying about winding this timepiece.

Strap

To complete the overall look, the strap plays an important role. In this case, Mido offers the wearers two options. The watch is delivered with a retro stainless steel polished Milanese mesh strap that comes with a sliding clasp.

As such, the watch radiates a gentlemanly look and is suitable for professional gatherings or business meetings. On the other hand, if you look for a sporty vibe, the watch also comes in a rubber band. 

It features a polished pin buckle that matches the dial and bezel color. Each band now comes with quick-release spring bars to let the wearer change up the straps with ease.

Conclusion

Overall, the Mido Decompression is a perfect blend of nostalgic and contemporary tastes. It carries formidable retro vibes as well as modern technology. The colorful crowded dial also makes a stand-out appeal that makes the watch becomes one of the cherished models under Mido Ocean Star. 

Besides, the robust power reserve along with its clear-cut nautically inspired dial certainly adds to its value proposition.

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