Mido Ocean Star Captain IV Watch

Here is another good sub $1000 watch from a reputable Swiss brand. This is the newest Mido Ocean Star, the Ocean Star Captain IV watch. In a 42.5mm wide steel case, it makes for a solid diver style timepiece for those who love blue. The dial is textured a bit like water, and the hands and hour indicators are easy to read. Blue is used further in the bezel, and a dash of red is used for the seconds hand. The case is water resistant to 200 meters, and has a sapphire crystal - which makes it a solid sports watch.

Inside the case is a Swiss ETA 2836-2 automatic movement with a day/date complication. The watch is available on a metal bracelet or rubber strap. Prices start at $880, which is actually surprisingly good. Brands are pushing prices down a bit trying to enhance the desirability of entry level luxury brands. Several years ago all brands wanted to increase their level of luxury and prices, but that just didn't work. Mido, and other Swatch Group brands thankfully have more watches like this that are handsome without too handsome prices. Look for the new Ocean Star Captain IV soon.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.