{"product_id":"mido-ocean-star-decompression-timer-1961-as04929","title":"Mido Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy we love it \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEarlier this year, Mido released a modernized homage to one of their most highly sought after -- and colorful -- vintage models: The Powerwind 1000 Reference 5907, known in collector circles as the 'Rainbow Diver'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRenamed the Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961, the model pays tribute to the original with a reimagined multi-colored dial with decompression scales, originally designed for use by skin divers. Presented in a beefed up case measuring in at 40.5mm, the tribute model also features an improved automatic movement with 80 hours of power reserve, a unidirectional dive timing bezel, sapphire crystal, and a variety of straps and bracelet options to round out the package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is without question one of the coolest reimagined heritage tribute models to ever hit the shelves - its easy to see why it sold out nearly immediately!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHere is a great opportunity to scoop one up in virtually unworn condition and get in on the retro-fantastic action!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eFor more information on this timepiece, click\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.midowatches.com\/us\/ocean-star-decompression-timer-1961-limited-edition-m0268071103100.html\" title=\"HERE\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Story \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe admit it, we do tend to get carried away pontificating about vintage watches.  Whether it is the history of a particular piece or some oft-forgotten sidenote in the development of a particular case design or movement, there are numerous elements to vintage timepieces that make them so desirable.  On the other hand, sometimes all it takes to get us excited about a particular timepiece are some killer looks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith roots stretching back to 1918, the name Mido is a play on the Spanish phrase\u003ci\u003e Yo mido\u003c\/i\u003e - I measure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe brand designed a host of interesting designs throughout the mid-20th Century, and even has some pretty impressive innovations in the industry, including anti-magnetic automatic wristwatches (the Mulitfort Collection) and monocoque case construction.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey even used a robot as their mascot... in 1939. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeriously, pretty cool!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mido","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39489602355287,"sku":"40990247","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0809\/1255\/products\/AS04929_40990247_MIDO_OCEANSTARDIVERBLUE_M026.807.11.031.00-7.jpg?v=1637272571","url":"https:\/\/www.analogshift.com\/products\/mido-ocean-star-decompression-timer-1961-as04929","provider":"Analog:Shift","version":"1.0","type":"link"}