Again in 2002, Mido launched the All Dial line that was just about bezel free and drew inspiration from structure. The most recent 2022 All Dial mannequin is impressed by a really well-known monument, the Roman Colosseum. That is the primary of 5 restricted version fashions that can function architectural themes with the others coming later this 12 months from Ocean Star, Commander, Baroncelli and Multifort collections. The watch differs significantly from the non-limited All Dial Chronometer (which has extra of a Commander Large Date 60th Anniversary vibe) and brings a monochromatic design that echoes the Colosseum aesthetic.
The polished chrome steel case has up to date proportions of 42mm in diameter and 10.1mm in peak, and that moderately slim dimension ought to assist it slip below a cuff. It has a singular brushed/polished built-in bracelet with full width hyperlinks and a folding clasp (jogs my memory a little bit of Porsche Design), whereas the case again is engraved with the Colosseum as seen at this time in its partial state. The crown is considerably outsized and screws down, permitting for a water resistance score of 100 metres. A sapphire crystal with a number of anti-reflective coatings protects the dial, increasing to the outermost rim because the watch is kind of actually all dial.
Trying immediately on the dial, it’s as for those who’re wanting down on the Colosseum from above. The angled flange resembles the amphitheater’s seating, whereas the utilized indices on the principle dial are formed like arches. Each dial ranges are anthracite in color with the principle part having a textured end like skateboard grip tape. The hour and minute palms, and all indices have Tremendous-LumiNova inserts, whereas a day/date complication sits at 3 o’clock.
Powering the watch is the ETA 2836-2 automated that’s COSC licensed. It has 25 jewels, beats at 28,800vph (4Hz) with a 38-hour energy reserve. Features embrace central hours, minutes hacking seconds and day/date. The motion is predicated on the older ETA 2824-2, which solely has a date complication.
The Mido All Dial Twentieth Anniversary Restricted Version is restricted to 2,022 items (12 months of its launch) and retails for CHF 1,350 or USD 1,490. Not unhealthy for a restricted version sports activities watch with built-in bracelet and COSC-certified Swiss motion. It additionally is available in a particular case with a collectible Colosseum medallion. For extra data, please go to Mido’s web site.
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