{"id":1839,"date":"2021-09-21T13:15:41","date_gmt":"2021-09-21T06:15:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/bangkokagenda.com\/?p=1839"},"modified":"2021-09-21T13:15:41","modified_gmt":"2021-09-21T06:15:41","slug":"limited-edition-mido-ocean-star-decompression-timer-1961","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bangkokagenda.com\/?p=1839","title":{"rendered":"LIMITED EDITION! MIDO-OCEAN STAR DECOMPRESSION TIMER 1961 ."},"content":{"rendered":"

MIDO-OCEAN STAR DECOMPRESSION TIMER 1961\u00a0 <\/strong><\/span>LIMITED EDITION<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

M026.807.11.031.00 . <\/strong><\/span>An extraordinary model for watchmaking enthusiasts<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Following the resounding success of its first reissue of the 1961 Ocean Star Skin Diver Watch in 2020, Mido is presenting a new, eagerly awaited version of its Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961. With a polished 40.5\u00a0mm case, a multicoloured scale of decompression stops, a \u2018glassbox\u2019-style sapphire crystal and a rotating bezel, the striking codes of the era \u2013\u00a0among the most sought-after by collectors of Mido timepieces\u00a0\u2013 are brought back to life. The dial of the new Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961 is even closer to the original, revealing silvered white tones with a turquoise bezel for an irresistible and refreshing vintage look. The excellent\u00a0<\/strong>Caliber 80<\/strong><\/a><\/span>\u00a0gives this retro yet modern model a formidable power reserve of up to 80 hours. For keen aesthetes, there are three easily interchangeable straps \u2013\u00a0in braided polished steel, turquoise fabric and patinated leather\u00a0\u2013 allowing them to switch up how they wear this extraordinary Ocean Star, limited to 1,961 pieces.<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

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Architecture that withstands winds and tides<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

At Europe\u2019s southernmost tip stands an architectural construction built to withstand any storm, that has unfailingly watched over the Gibraltar Strait since 1841: the Europa Point Lighthouse. Its powerful beam of light helps sailors to find their bearings on the often rough waters between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.\u00a0Created by Mido in 1944, the Ocean Star collection is characterised by its reliability, just like this monument, which was built to safely guide men embarking on new maritime conquests.<\/span><\/p>\n

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1961 \u2013 2021: revival of the first recreational dives<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Particularly popular with collectors, the 1961 Ocean Star Skin Diver Watch symbolises an entire era defined by the rise of diving for sport \u2013 an activity that was hitherto mainly practised by professionals. To facilitate calculations before and during a dive, the original model indicated the decompression times 6 metres below the surface. These times could be read off very easily as they were displayed on contrasting coloured circles: yellow for a diving depth of 25 to 29 metres, green for 30 to 34 metres, pink for 35 to 39 metres and blue for 40 to 44 metres. By simply placing the minute hand at 12\u00a0o\u2019clock before a dive, the wearer could read off the information on the table during immersion. The rotating bezel allowed diving time or decompression stops to be calculated.<\/span><\/p>\n

In tribute to the original model, Mido reproduces the bright colours of the original table on the silvered white dial of the new Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961 \u2013 an aesthetic nod that is by no means intended to replace modern diving rules and instruments. The depths are indicated at 12\u00a0o\u2019clock in metres and feet. For visibility underwater, Super-LumiNova\u00ae adorns the diamond-cut hour and minute hands, as well as the polished indexes. The original Mido logo also features as a polished applied adornment on the silvered white dial, and as an engraving on the case back, crown and strap clasps.<\/span><\/p>\n

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A retro-modern model for connoisseurs<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

A modern sapphire version of the \u2018glassbox\u2019-style crystal \u2013 more luxurious and less prone to scratches \u2013 reinforces the vintage feel of the Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961. For added radiance, the round 40.5 mm case is crafted from polished durable stainless steel. At 12 o\u2019clock, a large, neutral Super-LumiNova\u00ae dot provides a point of reference on the fluted turquoise unidirectional rotating bezel. Symbolising the Swiss watchmaker\u2019s expertise in water-resistance, the Mido starfish is engraved on the stainless steel case back next to the serial number of each piece. The screwed crown and case back further enhance the durability of the watch, which is water-resistant up to 200 metres (20 bar\/6\"\"ft), while the Caliber 80 gives it an exceptional autonomy of up to 80 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Presented in a special box with a limited edition certificate, each of the 1,961 timepieces comes with three elegant straps: a versatile\u00a0braided steel bracelet, a more classic patinated leather strap, and a sporty turquoise fabric strap adorned with stitching in the colours of the table.\u00a0A spur system allows for quick and easy strap changes.<\/span><\/p>\n

With the Mido Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961, enthusiasts and collectors can dive into the exhilarating spirit of the first sports dives of the Sixties.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Movement\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Automatic Mido Caliber 80 (ETA C07.621 base), 11\u00bd\u2019\u2019\u2019, \u00d825.60\u00a0mm, height: 5.22 mm, 25 jewels, 21,600 vph. Finely decorated Elabor\u00e9-grade movement, oscillating weight decorated with Geneva stripes and the Mido logo. Functions: HMSD + day. Adjusted in 3 different positions for high accuracy. Up to 80 hours of power reserve.<\/span><\/p>\n

Case\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Polished stainless steel, unidirectional rotating bezel with turquoise aluminium ring, large dot in neutral Super-LumiNova\u00ae at 12\u00a0o\u2019clock, \u00d840.5 mm, 2 pieces, box sapphire crystal, polished screwed crown with original Mido logo and screwed case back with polished starfish in relief, engraved serial number + limited edition number, water-resistant up to a pressure of 20 bar (200\u00a0m\/660\u00a0ft)<\/span><\/p>\n

Bracelet\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Braided polished stainless steel, brushed clasp with original Mido logo and safety catch. Bar with spur system for quick changes.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Additional strap 1:<\/em>\u00a0Turquoise fabric with leather appliqu\u00e9 and loops. 4 stitches on the case side recalling the 4 coloured circles on the decompression scale on the dial. Polished pin buckle stamped with the original Mido logo. Bar with spur system for quick changes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Additional strap 2:<\/em>\u00a0Light brown leather with a \u2018patinated finish\u2019 and 4 beige stitches on the case side. Polished pin buckle stamped with the original Mido logo. Bar with spur system for quick changes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Dial\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Silvered white with polished applied indexes adorned with neutral Super-LumiNova\u00ae, date at 3\u00a0o\u2019clock. Polished applied original Mido logo. Decompression scale represented by 4 coloured circles (yellow, green, pink and blue).<\/span><\/p>\n

Hands\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Flat diamond-cut hour and minute hands with neutral Super-LumiNova\u00ae, flat diamond-cut seconds hand.<\/span><\/p>\n

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