Mido Ocean Star 39 (Ref. M026.907.11.041.00)
Dive Watch (Compact / Everyday Diver) · Mido (Swatch Group) - Mid-range Swiss entry-luxury brand known for water resistance innovations
Period: Modern Luxury (2020s Contemporary Tool Watch)
Type
Dive Watch (Compact / Everyday Diver)
Brand
Mido (Swatch Group) - Mid-range Swiss entry-luxury brand known for water resistance innovations
Movement
Automatic, Mido Caliber 72 (ETA A31.111 base), 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz), 72 hours power reserve, Nivachron balance spring
Dimensions
39mm diameter, 10.5mm thickness, 46mm lug-to-lug, 20mm lug width
Description
The Mido Ocean Star 39 Ref. M026.907.11.041.00 represents a modern evolution of Mido's long-standing dive watch heritage, offering a highly versatile 39mm case diameter and an ultra-slim 10.5mm profile. Featuring an eye-catching embossed wave dial transition from deep sea blue to midnight black, this model blends utility with contemporary elegance. Powered by the high-tech Caliber 72 with a Nivachron hairspring, it offers resistance to magnetic fields and an impressive 72-hour power reserve.
Key Features
Ultra-slim 10.5mm dive watch profile, relief-embossed wave pattern dial with gradient shading, Nivachron anti-magnetic balance spring, 72-hour extended power reserve
Dial Description
Embossed wave-pattern dial with a gradient blue-to-black colorway, applied luminous dot and triangular hour markers, skeletonized baton hands with Super-LumiNova, and date window at 3 o'clock
Case Material
316L Stainless Steel with brushed finish and polished accents
Crystal Type
Flat sapphire crystal with double-sided anti-reflective coating
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating bezel with dual-color black and blue aluminum/ceramic insert, 60-minute dive scale with luminous PIP marker at 12 o'clock
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down crown with knurled grip, signed with Mido logo, flanked by subtle protective crown guards
Bracelet or Strap
3-link stainless steel bracelet with brushed outer links, polished center links, and a folding clasp with diver extension
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down caseback featuring the iconic engraved Ocean Star starfish logo and technical details
Movement Type
Automatic, Mido Caliber 72 (ETA A31.111 base), 25,200 vph (3.5 Hz), 72 hours power reserve, Nivachron balance spring
Water Resistance
200 meters / 660 feet / 20 bar; suitable for recreational diving, swimming, and water sports
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made (Le Locle, Switzerland), movement modified by ETA specifically for Swatch Group brands
Age Estimate
Modern production (introduced in 2024)
Cultural Significance
Mido's Ocean Star line is celebrated for democratizing professional-grade water resistance features in Swiss watchmaking, offering entry-level luxury collectors incredible technical specs and design refinement at an accessible price point.
Condition Notes
Stock product rendering / Brand new (Unused, Mint condition)
Value Estimate
MSRP approximately $1,100 - $1,200 USD / Secondary market values around $850 - $1,050 USD
Care & Maintenance
Service every 5 to 7 years, ensure the screw-down crown is fully engaged before water exposure, rinse with fresh water after swimming in saltwater, test water seals annually if used regularly for diving
Similar Watches
Omega Seamaster Diver 300M (higher price point, similar wave dial motif), Longines HydroConquest 39mm, Tissot Seastar 1000 40mm, Christopher Ward C60 Trident Pro 300
Interesting Facts
Mido introduced the Aquadura crown sealing system in 1934 and registered the Ocean Star name in 1944. The starfish emblem on the caseback has been used by Mido since the 1960s to symbolize superior water resistance.