An Attainable Heritage Dive Watch from an Overlooked Brand - Mido Ocean Star Tribute

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[@bayflowshow65]

This is a dive watch that doesn't take itself seriously. It prefers to be above water with a Mai Tai in a shaded patio or a walk down the beach front shopping strip with sandals.

[@guitarsmurf2501]

Excellent description... 👍

[@alberto4509]

This is going to be my first luxury watch 🇲🇽

[@csarcpab]

Finally a watch review and with a stunning videography worthy of this amazing piece! I've had mine for about a month and I believe this Ocean Star Tribute is just the best value swiss diver. Greetings from Colombia Lovely video Teddy keep the great content coming!!!

[@stevea2639]

Thanks for the video! Good to see MIDO getting some love. I bought a black and orange MIDO multifort about 7 years ago and still wear it almost everyday to this day. Its my favorite watch even my small collection of GS, B&M Clifton, and Tag Carrera. Its my favorite watch and I'll never sell it. I'm actually looking at getting a second Mido - either a diver or the GMT. This video has actually got me checking out your MIDO selection Teddy and my wallet got slightly nervous. But I've told my wallet that there is great value and fun here to make it feel a little better. Thanks again for this bit of fun. Cheers!

[@Vinny_Gigante]

I just received this watch as Christmas 🎄 gift. So special. The watch looks more impressive and beautiful on the wrist than many other divers above 7K. Great movement, COSC certification, 21,600 alt/h which give it a true vintage approach. I am in love 🥰

[@dado380]

I was shocked with this watch,pound to pound the best braclet and clasp on the market!!

[@arminmagyar8223]

The tribute collection doesnt have COSC movements, only the Oceanstar 600

[@Matys1975]

In my opinion, this is the best looking dive-watch at any price that I can think of. I am blown away by the style.

[@keefw361]

Does the bracket fit smaller wrists? Is there links you can take off?

[@user-tx4wj7qk4t]

​@@Matys1975ya people think expensive is always better but even if i had a billion dollars, this is still the best looking diver with the best looking and functioning bracelet I've seen for this style

[@FrankieTech]

Great video Teddy! Never owned a Mido, but this may well be the first one! Keep it up!

[@thomasa4578]

A great job w/this video.You have covered all bases . I might want to purchase one in the near future.

[@drewsleyy3836]

I know it’s not intentional (probably), but I always love the puns in Teddy’s videos. “Deep dive review”…lol

[@TheRealTrueFabio]

6 months now with this watch. Great! Daily Watch 5/7

[@LazyAssedPanda]

It looks very good. Just bookmarked this one.

[@oc3andr3am]

Beautiful watch. I'd like to see the side surfaces and clasp brushed not polished but overall it is amazing especially the black one.

[@cmdreftilon9786]

Great review. I have already two MIDOs in my collection, both well made and accurate. This Ocean Star is in my Watch list, but since i have already blue dial watches, i hope for a silver dial on it.

[@jacobbwalters8133]

I am a big fan of this piece- good looking watch for a good price.

[@benpowers9855]

For fans of this watch I can suggest the Certina Heritage DS PH 200. It looks even more like the 60s!

[@jodysilvia2]

Nice watch, nice presentation Teddy.

[@haping1]

Great video Teddy! Why don't we hear more from Mido? They build beautiful affordable watches, but they don't do anything on branding. Missed chances.... Lucky they have you!

[@FS-zn9xe]

Hi Teddy, nice video as usual. Was ready to pull the trigger in this one and tried the watch on my wrist. Great wear and well finished bracelet and clasp for this price point. Just found that the color tone of dial and bezel was not really that true blue which I was looking for and one may expect when watching your video, but more of a turquoise hue. So ended up with a Hamilton Khaki Scuba as a daily beater during summer instead. Still considering if the Mido Ocean Star Titanium may be a nice addition to my collection, though.

[@jeeperspeepers8323]

Great brand, great review.

[@johnv8214]

Great video as always Teddy but please include info on bracelet adjustment, whether pins, screws etc. Cheer!

[@darylgasper5482]

Just bought this! Absolutely love it ! Thanks for the review.!

[@thisoldbelair]

Yeah this one I think is way better than the ocean star 200 IMO. I love the proportions of the Tribute. Domed Chrystal looks amazing.

[@haroonchoudri]

Great video ☺️. A bit of topic what kind of jacket are you wearing? Thanks in advance.

[@jkacnt]

It looks amazing! It's not perfect, but it's damn near close to it!

[@VicariousReality7]

Just got mine, thanks

[@ukulanne]

I love Mido.

[@erichancock4618]

I just got mine w/blue dial and the cool 'rose gold' case color (not sure what it's called).... looks REALLY nice, and fits my wimpy wrist just fine, not too big. What a great value!

[@salomonmorenoruiz7796]

This is my favorite

[@pablogonzalez8304]

Man I feel that I should've got the blue dial instead of the black one. Ooooh just one more watch I don't know

[@Brian-rq8hi]

Not generally a fan of blue dial watches but this model is very attractive.

[@yasserreva5798]

I just bought the black one online because of this review. Now how do you resize the bracelet? Couldn't find any video about it 😅

[@ktay966]

Great Video Teddy. You sold me! I just placed an order for it on your site (Same watch, but black dial and bezel)

[@justinmostovac3265]

I just found your comment. How are you liking the watch? (If you still have it) how are the scratches on it after about a year? Thanks!

[@tressil3607]

I love the case dimensions of this

[@timetowatch_francois]

Interesting; w/o looking further into this watch brand, I was under the impression that this watch was a "shopping center" caliber of watch. I looked further and they have a history dating back from 1918! Nice re-discovery. Thanks for sharing.

[@CC-st7ob]

Great video! Would you consider this one an investment piece?

[@peaklifebrandon]

I have been really thinking about either this or the 200C. In the photos, Mido makes the tribute look teal/almost green. But this looks like a dark blue. Would you say the true color is this video's dark blue?

[@ZeginMakesMusic]

I have this exact watch in my only complaint is the bezel and lume. My lume is the same as every other tribute but for some reason my bezel refuses to rotate. It will click over if I use all of my strength and burn my hand up in the process. I bought it on Amazon for $750. Thinking of a return but afraid I'll receive a second non-working bezel, in the time I waited for this one to arrive is time I would never want to waste again.

[@Erik-xy5xj]

Im not sure if I should get this or the DS Action Diver 38mm

[@danielm2827]

Nice video. Just trying to decide my Xmas gift....Rado captain cook 42mm or this Mido. Love vintage diver look

[@Doubleohcasper]

Exactly the same!! What are your thoughts so far? I have reserves about the captain black bc of the size but the tributes dial is a little “loud” I think…

[@rogerfilerable]

That bracelet is awesome looking more than the dial😅

[@triniboy05]

I’m surprised your website doesn’t have lug to lug measurements.

[@ginocolella6373]

Mido is 👌👌👌

[@fernandojaquez9429]

Teddy this mido or hamilton scuba navy??

[@Opposeddrummer]

I have the black-orange Germany edition. The hour markers have lume on my version, strange...

[@old_dan]

So this or a MIDO Ocean Star. I don't know which one to pick but I'm leaning towards the MIDO.

[@mrhim1295]

just curious is that a captain cook you are wearing in the video

[@RedwoodAggie]

I absolutely love the style of this Mido. The so-so lume is quite frustrating, and is not uncommon on Swiss dive watches in this price range. Considering even low end Seiko 5s have amazing lume, and microbrands can have decent lume for 1/3 the cost, what is up with so many Swiss brands not having decent lume? I'm not asking for 20 layer lume like SWC USA puts on their watches (though I wouldn't turn it down), but it doesn't take that much effort to make it decent. Are they just not aware that enthusiasts like lume? Are they really saving that much money by doing such a thin coating? I'm trying to understand the business case here vs. the modern watch market. Anyway, I still like this watch, but it would be near perfect for me with decent lume. A brushed clasp would be icing on the cake, but I could live with the polished clasp.

[@abbyseipert3457]

Considering Mido (like so many Swiss brands) is owned by Swatch, I would guess it’s a matter of keeping lower-priced brands from being maximum quality. Although in Seiko’s case, their manufacturing processes seriously cut down costs, so maybe that’s why they can “afford” to make all their watches with great lume.

[@CptSlow89]

@@abbyseipert3457 Lume is not expensive thing.

[@dawazobrist5867]

I think he's saying that they intentionally design some minor imperfections, so that their higher priced brands retain value and remain desireable in the eyes of the consumer. Why would you ever consider buying a watch, which is 5x the cost of something like the Mido Ocean star? Because it's just sliiightly more perfect, like having good lume or better case finish etc @@CptSlow89

[@erichancock4618]

I just bought a Panzera Aquamarine 40 that overall love, but the lume is practically non-functional, very disappointing. It fades within minutes of being activated with various light sources. I don't get it, it ain't rocket science. I have one of these Midos enroute--if the lume turns out to be particularly weak, I'm sending it back.

[@javierjimenez786]

At first I thought this was a new color variant... It appears almost navy blue throughout the video. I guess this stresses the importance of seeing things live before buying. In real life, the dial and strap colors are much more brighter and vibrant, like the tiny part shown at the very end of the strap closest to the lugs at 12 o'clock (minute 7:57) The strap is one of the softest and most comfortable I've ever worn right out of the box, and for me it is the best option rather than the bracelet. With the bracelet on there is just too much bling bling with all things being highly polished. A very beautiful delivery from Mido!!

[@bratbasher]

I have not seen the ocean star 600 here. Any thoughts? Alternatives?

[@kingadjust5422]

wassup teddy!!! 😎✌️

[@zillsburyy1]

do more videos on BALL watches

[@albertohernandeza5661]

Are you planning to incorporate Mido to your website? I'd love it.

[@sinjon]

He sells Mido

[@SinnerAndSaint]

It's awesome! Great review. I absolutely agree that this is one of the most underrated classic / vintage divers out there. You really get a lot for the money. I also love the quite unique style - the only thing I really don't like is the 21mm lug spacing... -.-

[@DarthJabba504]

If they had much stronger lume and bigger hands with more lume, this would be amazing

[@rafaelacosta304]

Does this watch have a powermatic 80 with silicium balance spring or standard? Is this movement antimagnetic?

[@wtfvladi]

Imagine restoring that bracelet

[@SlapShotRegatta22]

That is a really, really great looking watch...a great looking watch that is totally ruined by the 21mm lug width. No idea why watch companies do this. Utterly pointless.

[@RitzCaraldo]

Does anyone know if there are aftermarket bracelets for this watch? Its a bit to shiny for me.

[@UguysRnuts]

Can't find my MIDO MO11417A Ocean Star on line except in Spanish??? Is it a Fake?

[@fernandojaquez9429]

Hi Would you speak about mido ocean star classic ok 42.5 mm 80 power reserve. I Write from México. I follow you

[@CheezeN7]

black or blue?

[@mikepaul2372]

Thanks for the video. For under $1k, tough to beat Hamilton Navy Scuba

[@barrettmccann]

What's the textile strap the Mido was sporting around the 8:00 mark? One of your own?

[@TeddyBaldassarreReviews]

Hi Barrett! That strap actually comes with the watch.

[@chrispeacorphotography1357]

When you say 21mm band width is a down side, are you saying it is too narrow?

[@tomtommyx]

I assume he means that it’s harder to find straps as most are for 20mm

[@jameswilkes3186]

Why do manufacturers keep making odd numbered lug widths? Deal killer for me.

[@TyphonLeTitan]

It is no more odd if they keep doing it. Youre lacking some basic logic mate 😂

[@jameshsu2558]

This watch is polished all around. Too shiny. I would love for it to have some brushed surfaces.

[@doantuan85]

Can anyone please let me know type of this band? Thank you

[@Doubleohcasper]

Grains of rice

[@glockman9c]

I will never understand why day and date wheels are not dial color on EVERY watch. Just look at the black Mido 200. Looks so much better.

[@chrispekel5709]

Cost. They have a lot of different dial colours so it would cost too much to produce custom dial colours for each dial. That's why they only have black or white

[@glockman9c]

@@chrispekel5709 - yea, but then they still use white wheels on blue or black dials. Most of the Swatch group is using the same 80 hour ETA. It would not cost much to make a couple of more wheels. OR just make the same dial WITHOUT a date window at all for symmetry.

[@chrispekel5709]

@@glockman9c I agree. The reason they do it black or white is because they're neutral and so aesthetically they can match any color without throwing the whole thing off. You'd need a huge amount of date colours to be able to get the correct tone that fits every colour dial.

[@deedee8568]

Hard to find anything I don't like, here. For the price, lume should not be questionable.

[@SinnerAndSaint]

I agree. I don't get why many brands offer some watches in their portfolio that just have crappy lume. Especially when they have some other watches where the lume is great?! I know so many brands guilty of that, for example German Sinn. They have some really well lumed watches but some of them are just poor...

[@deedee8568]

@@SinnerAndSaint Agreed ! The quality of the lume can be assessed by anyone, You may know nothing about calibres etc but you can see if lume is good or bad. How do you convince a customer of quality when you neglect the obvious. What else, that you can't see, has been neglected ?

[@rafapazos06]

That bracelet is not my cuppa. Ocean Star 200 has the right bracelet imo bit a bit on the large side.

[@Doubleohcasper]

💯

[@Billeh556]

Is something brewing with Mido? All of a sudden you and watchchris have reviews of this piece days apart when they’ve been out for a long while now.

[@Alex_Delina]

Aluminum bezel for 1k $ it's too much

[@jokos5184]

Terlalu kecil untuk pergelangan tangan saya

[@jb6027]

Too bad Mido got lazy with the lume. It could've been great. The lazy lume makes it a hard fail for me. If Mido were to do the hands, markers and bezel with X-1 lume it would be unbeatable. If they'd only spent another $5 to make it better...

[@NathanChisholm041]

It's not $5 lol