Mido Multifort – Waterproof Era
There are plenty of niches in watch collecting, but few moments matter as much as the race for the waterproof case. This was the point where brands stopped cutting corners and started pushing everything they had into durability.
Mido was right in the middle of that fight. With robust, purposeful, and built to compete with the best of its time and that’s exactly what makes pieces like this so interesting today.
Dents, scratches, and softened edges tell the story. Honest wear. In today’s market, it’s often seen as something that hurts value.
But then there’s the dial. That’s where this one separates itself. Many Multiforts had big radium numerals. But this layout is balanced, elegant, and pairs perfectly with the worn case. That contrast just works.
The watch has been checked and keeps good time. At this price point, you’re getting into a level of build quality and history that simply doesn’t exist anymore. Definitely not in the world of modern, disposable quartz.
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Brand: Mido
Model: Multifort
Reference: -
Year: 1940’s
Material: Stainless Steel
Dimensions: 28mm (without crown)
Crystal: Acrylic
Caliber: Mido Manual 15 Jewel
Bracelet/Strap: Leather period correct strap
Mido Multifort – Waterproof Era
There are plenty of niches in watch collecting, but few moments matter as much as the race for the waterproof case. This was the point where brands stopped cutting corners and started pushing everything they had into durability.
Mido was right in the middle of that fight. With robust, purposeful, and built to compete with the best of its time and that’s exactly what makes pieces like this so interesting today.
Dents, scratches, and softened edges tell the story. Honest wear. In today’s market, it’s often seen as something that hurts value.
But then there’s the dial. That’s where this one separates itself. Many Multiforts had big radium numerals. But this layout is balanced, elegant, and pairs perfectly with the worn case. That contrast just works.
The watch has been checked and keeps good time. At this price point, you’re getting into a level of build quality and history that simply doesn’t exist anymore. Definitely not in the world of modern, disposable quartz.
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Brand: Mido
Model: Multifort
Reference: -
Year: 1940’s
Material: Stainless Steel
Dimensions: 28mm (without crown)
Crystal: Acrylic
Caliber: Mido Manual 15 Jewel
Bracelet/Strap: Leather period correct strap
