Ocean Star GMT Special Edition Ref. M026.829.18.041.00

It has been a whopping 76 years since the unveiling of its very first Ocean Star timepiece and today Mido astounds with timely updates such as incorporating the coveted GMT function to this popular collection. Introducing the new Ocean Star GMT, a handsome new addition that displays two different time zones, namely home time and local time, clearly with an additional red GMT hand. The ease of operation of this function allows for more freedom as you explore the wonders of nature with this GMT dive watch.

Beautiful inside and out, this timepiece is powered by an Elaboré-grade automatic MIDO inhouse ETA movement, which has an impressive power reserve of 80 hours. This phenomenal movement crafted by Mido allows the crown of this watch to set the primary hour hand instead of the GMT hand with one-hour increments, usually seen in "purist" GMT watches and highly regarded by most watch enthusiasts. Furthermore, this movement is crafted with 25 jewels and operates at 21,600 BPH (3 Hertz). If you ever catch a glimpse into the heart of this dive watch, you would be amazed at the great amount of details put into the making of this movement, down to its oscillating weight decorated with Geneva stripes and Mido's logo.

Mido Ocean Star GMT Special Edition Ref. M026.829.18.041.00

The Ocean Star GMT measures 40.5mm, height of 13.4mm. Made from 316L stainless steel used exclusively by this Swiss brand, its case shows off a sleek brilliance. This case material not only resists corrosion, but it also boasts excellent durability. Marvel at the fine lines of the satin-brushed sides of its case that bestows this timepiece with a sporty masculinity look.

In addition to its screw-down case back, the Ocean Star GMT is built with a screw-down signed crown which allows for a water resistance of 200m. This dive watch is protected with a flat sapphire crystal that offers great legibility under any lighting conditions but also complements the timepiece's elegant design. Strong and shock-resistant, this crystal will maintain its exceptional transparency for many years.

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The dial of this timepiece is a classic blue featuring applied indexes with silver metal trimmings that surrounds the hands in a style which resembles a shark's mouth. What characterises the Ocean Star GMT is its hour rehaut and steel polished bezel which both features 24-hour tracks which alternates it's count from one another. The ingenious design of this timepiece reminds one of the sharks from the deep ocean, dangerous and always on the move. With the white perfectly highlighting the silent blue, this timepiece is versatile in everyway.

To allow for enhanced readability of this watch's dual time display, this Swiss watchmaker has differentiated its handset according to their functions. This diver flaunts sword style hour and minute hands, a second hand that hands over the rehaut and a highlighting red 24-hour GMT hand which indicates the time in a second time zone by pointing to the hour-circle (24-hour format) on the two-tone flange of its dial. The details on the watch are all very intentional to bring balance which maintaining a strong impression but yet not overwhelming.

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This remarkable timepiece comes on a satin brushed micro-linked bracelet that fits nicely with it's sharp, defined aesthetics. Alternatively, MIDO provides an alternative smart blue military nylon strap with a white line in the middle as a highlight. No matter what your preference is for comfort and style, these 2 options are perfect for your wrist.

Just as how the Europa Point Lighthouse has unfailingly watched over the Gibraltar Strait since 1841, guiding sailors on the often-rough waters between the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea, the Ocean Star GMT watches over you and is your perfect ally for all kinds of adventures. With two time zones at a glance, this stunning timepiece lives up to its name as the gleaming star of the ocean, unravelling a world of amazing voyages and breathtaking nautical discoveries.

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