Edox 1973 AutomaticvsMido Ocean Star 200C

Ocean Star 200C
MidoOcean Star 200C

Ref. M042.430.11.091.00·MSRP $1,360

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Edox 1973 Automatic at true scale

1973 Automatic

Mido Ocean Star 200C at true scale

Ocean Star 200C

Diameter

41mm

42.5mm

Thickness

12.6mm

12.3mm

lowest

Water Resistance

200m

200m

Power Reserve

n/a

80h

MSRP

$1,190

lowest

$1,360

Movement

Caliber 80 (SW 200)

Caliber 80

Case

3 specs
Diameter
41mm
42.5mm
Thickness
12.6mm
12.3mm
Lug Width
20mm
22mm

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
n/a
Yes
Dial Color
n/a
Green

Movement

3 specs
Caliber
Caliber 80 (SW 200)
Caliber 80
Power Reserve
0h
80h
Complications
None
Date, Day

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,190
$1,360
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Reviews

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Edox 1973 Automatic

Owners widely praise the Edox 1973 Automatic's reliable Sellita SW 200 automatic movement, noting it offers solid performance and good value as an entry-level Swiss watch. Some reviewers find certain dial elements and the date window color unnecessary, and the lume is not as strong as dedicated sport watches. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Edox 1973 Automatic highly for its reliable movement and good value proposition.

Mido Ocean Star 200C

Owners widely praise the Mido Ocean Star 200C for its excellent build quality and value, with many highlighting the matte black dial, ceramic bezel, and applied indices as attractive design elements. The watch is noted for its light titanium construction and great lume, offering good legibility and wearability, with some owners appreciating its low thickness. Accuracy is exceptional, with one owner reporting 0 to +1 second per day. However, some find the 42.5mm case size acceptable but would prefer a slightly smaller diameter, and one owner noted significant wear on the case and bezel after 3.5 months. The crown is described as slightly small, and the bezel tension as potentially a touch light. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Mido Ocean Star 200C highly for its impressive build quality and accuracy at its price point.

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