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Mido Ocean Star 200
The Mido Ocean Star 200 (M026.930.11.031.00) is a dive watch from Mido: a 41 mm stainless steel case, 11.7 mm thick and 47.03 mm lug to lug, with an automatic Mido Calibre 80 Day-Date movement and 200 m water resistance.
Going by its 47.03 mm lug to lug, it should sit within the flat top of a wrist of about 6.4 inches (16.2 cm) or larger.
Research found it at about $990 list in the US (checked August 2026).
Specifications
From the research, with the sources for each group of facts. Unknown means no source confirmed it.
| The watch [1][2] | |
|---|---|
| Brand | Mido |
| Reference | M026.930.11.031.00 |
| Category | Diver |
| Production | Current (introduced 2026) |
| Case and size [2][3] | |
| Case diameter | 41 mm |
| Lug to lug | 47.03 mm |
| Thickness | 11.7 mm |
| Lug width | 21 mm |
| Case material | Stainless steel (316L), 2-part construction |
| Crystal | Sapphire, anti-reflective coating on both sides |
| Water resistance | 200 m |
| Weight | 172 g |
| Movement [2][3] | |
| Movement | Mido Calibre 80 Day-Date, automatic |
| Power reserve | 80 hours |
| Accuracy | Unknown |
| Bracelet [2][3] | |
| Bracelet or strap | 3-link stainless steel bracelet, brushed outer links, polished centre links; quick-change system |
| Clasp | Push-button folding/deployant clasp with integrated diver's extension |
| Price and warranty (US) [2][3] | |
| List price (US) | Approx. $990 US (TBWS-cited price; official US figure unverified — Mido site unfetchable) |
| Street price (US) | TBWS cites approx. $990 retail (August 2026) |
| Used price (US) | Unknown |
| Warranty | 2 years (retailer-stated; unverified on official page) |
Will it fit?
A watch wears comfortably when its lugs stay on the flat top of the wrist. Here is the 47.03 mm lug to lug against the flat top estimated for common wrist sizes.
| Wrist | Flat top | Fit |
|---|---|---|
| 6 in 15.2 cm | 47 mm | At the edge |
| 6.5 in 16.5 cm | 51 mm | Comfortable |
| 7 in 17.8 cm | 55 mm | Comfortable |
| 7.5 in 19.1 cm | 59 mm | Comfortable |
| 8 in 20.3 cm | 63 mm | Comfortable |
Check it against your own wrist An estimate, not a guarantee; how the method works is on the tool page.
What the research found
These are the research’s judgments, scored against Holden’s priorities, not his own words.
Strengths
- 11.7 mm thick 200 m diver — genuinely thin for the class, with 80 h Nivachron Calibre 80
- 47.03 mm lug-to-lug and 41 mm diameter: modern compact proportions replacing the old 42.5 mm platform
- Double-AR sapphire, quick-change bracelet, push-button clasp with diver's extension — complete featureset at CHF 800
- Refined mixed finishing that avoids basic-tool blandness (TBWS)
- Distinctive double 6/12 markers give it dial identity within a crowded segment
Weaknesses
- Aluminium bezel insert, a step down from the previous generation's ceramic
- Day-date adds clutter and slower resets versus a plain date (owner-comment criticism)
- Silver-on-silver is the lowest-contrast dial in the range — legibility worth checking in person
- No exhibition of the movement and no stated accuracy spec
Research scores, 0 to 10
| Execution and feel in the hand | 8.0 |
|---|---|
| Design identity | 7.7 |
| Value at a realistic price | 8.6 |
| Long-term ownership | 8.3 |
| Movement and engineering | 8.2 |
| Wearability and proportions | 8.6 |
| Versatility and durability | 8.5 |
| Fit with Holden's collection | 6.3 |
Also on Holden’s list
Other diver watches on his list.
- Tudor Pelagos LHD 25610TNL-0001
- Grand Seiko Spring Drive U.F.A. Ushio 300 Diver SLGB023
- Rolex Submariner 124060
- Traser P67 Diver Blue 109375
- Squale 1545 Grey 1545GG.AC
Sources
- MIDO Ocean Star 200 | M0269301103100 — official product page (International) midowatches.com · read August 26, 2026
- Introducing: Mido Gives the Ocean Star 200 a Modern Tool-Watch Makeover (2026) monochrome-watches.com · read August 26, 2026
- Mido Ocean Star 200 White Ref. M026.930.11.011.00 gnomonwatches.com · read August 26, 2026
Personal research, not a source of truth. Spotted an error? Email a correction.