The Wristwatch Field Guide

Mido Ocean Star 200C Carbon

M042.431.77.081.00

The Mido Ocean Star 200C Carbon is a current-production diver watch with a carbon fibre composite case. It is priced close to the $1,195 median for the category.

Exotic-material diver watchesBlackDiversUnder $5,000
Price
$1,290
Material
Carbon
Grade / type
Carbon fibre composite
Water resistance
200 m
Reference
M042.431.77.081.00
Type
Diver
Case diameter
42.5 mm
Thickness
12.3 mm
Origin
Switzerland
Movement
Automatic, chronometer
Caliber
Calibre 80 (COSC, silicon)
Power reserve
80 hours
Complications
Date
Colour
Black
Construction
Assembled
Caseback
Steel
Nickel-free
No (steel contact)
Bracelet / strap
Rubber strap
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Carbon composite
Lume
Super-LumiNova
Availability
Offered
Status
Current (limited edition of 888)
Not published
Lug-to-lug, Weight, Hardness, Surface treatment, Matching bracelet
Medium confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Fratello / Time+Tide Maker / listing ↗
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Mido Ocean Star 200C Carbon nickel-free?

No. At least one part that touches the skin is nickel-bearing steel (commonly the caseback or clasp), so the guide does not mark it nickel-free.

What is the case material of the Mido Ocean Star 200C Carbon?

The Mido Ocean Star 200C Carbon has a carbon fibre composite case, though its caseback is steel. It is recorded at medium confidence pending a maker-stated material.

What size is the Mido Ocean Star 200C Carbon?

It is 42.5 mm in diameter, 12.3 mm thick, and water resistant to 200 m.

How much does the Mido Ocean Star 200C Carbon cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $1,290.

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