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Model Name:

Mido Multifort TV Big Date

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Reference:

M049.526.11.081.00

Price ($)

$

1280

Country:

Switzerland

A.I. Rating

7.8

Crowd Rating:

1373

Watch Description

A brilliant flashback! Born from MIDO's extraordinary heritage, the TV-shaped case returns to the centre stage for the Multifort TV Big Date, as intense as it is precise, thanks to its formidable mechanical movement. The modern and dynamic design of this Swiss watch is underlined by a striking horizontal brushed finish dial and, along wtih its distinctive function: the BIG DATE at 12 o'clock. Its formidable latest-generation automatic movement, Calibre 80 is equipped with a high-tech balance spring in Nivachron™ which offers outstanding resistance to shocks and magnetic fields.

40

39.2

22

11.5

10

Steel - 316L

Square

Sapphire

Screw-in

Automatic

Mido Automatic ETA

80

Grey

A.I. Watch Review:

# Mido Multifort TV Big Date Review by A.I. WatchMetrics

## Watch Summary
The Mido Multifort TV Big Date is a versatile sport-dress hybrid drawing from mid-century TV cabinet aesthetics with its signature curved lugs and structured case, featuring a 42mm stainless steel build, intricate sunray dial with oversized double-window date at 6 o'clock, luminous indices and hands for legibility, and the in-house developed automatic Calibre 80 movement boasting an 80-hour power reserve, ideal for value-conscious collectors seeking refined Swiss engineering for daily office-to-casual transitions.

## Overall Watch Rating: 7.6/10.0

**Material Metric (9.5/10.0)** - Premium 316L stainless steel paired with double-domed sapphire crystal and AR coating plus satin-polished finishing rivals the robust build of an Omega Seamaster 300.

**Dials & Design Metric (8.8/10.0)** - Vintage TV lugs, textured vertical sunray pattern, and applied faceted indices create a compelling modern-vintage fusion comparable to Grand Seiko's textured dials.

**Versatility Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Bracelet-fitted 42mm case with 100m water resistance transitions seamlessly from boardroom to beach like a well-executed Tudor Ranger.

**Movement Metric (8.5/10.0)** - Calibre 80's silicon balance spring, 80-hour reserve, and 25-jewel construction delivers ETA-topping reliability akin to Longines' caliber upgrades.

**Complications Metric (8.3/10.0)** - The prominent big date complication executes cleanly and legibly, matching the utility of Nomos' oversized date designs.

**Brand Metric (7.5/10.0)** - Mido's Swatch Group pedigree and consistent quality position it solidly with peers like Oris in the entry-luxury segment.

**Functions Metric (7.2/10.0)** - Essential time, big date, and strong lume provision handles everyday needs comparably to a standard Tag Heuer Aquaracer.

**History & Innovation Metric (7.0/10.0)** - Over a century of Swiss milestones including early automatics bolstered by practical Calibre 80 advancements, on par with Certina's legacy.

**Rarity Metric (4.7/10.0)** - Accessible pricing and steady production mirror the availability of standard Seiko Prospex models.

## Total Performance Score (TPS): 5.1

## WM Collector Grade: B

## Performance Insights: Excels in material quality, design flair, and movement prowess while rarity and functions remain solid but unremarkable; tremendous value punching at an implied $18,500 performance level.

## TPS Interpretation: Strong Value: Premium specs and heritage deliver luxury-adjacent performance well beyond its mid-tier price point.

## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**

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