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Model Name:
Mondaine Evo2
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Reference:
MSE.35110.SM
Price ($)
$
340
Country:
Switzerland
A.I. Rating
6.6
Crowd Rating:
848
Watch Description
In the 1940s, the fully state-owned railway company began with the introduction of synchronized station clocks. Because trains in Switzerland always leave the station on the full minute (railway timetables therefore do not list or require seconds), each clock received an electrical impulse through the telephone line from the central master clock at each full minute, resulting in the synchronized advancement of the minute hand each minute. These clocks were designed by Hans Hilfiker (1901 – 1993), a Swiss engineer and SBB employee, and produced by W. Moser-Baer in Sumiswald in the canton of Bern. Hilfiker had already designed a clock for the train station in Zurich in 1932, and worked on a prototype version with second hand as early as 1943. It would, however, take another couple of years for the red second hand, designed after the shape of the conductor’s baton used by train and station staff (thus nicknamed the rote Kelle or red signal), to become a standard feature of the very design that has now officially been in use since the 1950s.
From a design point of view, the dial design uses red, white and black colors, in itself already synonymous with Switzerland, and as a wristwatch with a mechanical movement, the watch also brings together the country’s watch industry and national train system, both undoubtedly a symbol of pride for most Swiss people. Not surprisingly, dial legibility is excellent. In this case, Mondaine decided to not cover the black hands, minute markers and indexes with luminous material (the company uses in some watches a concept called “Backlight Technology” using extra-strong Super-LumiNova material, which is painted on the back side of the watch hands), which will leave people traveling on a night train literally in the dark. On the other hand, Mondaine has managed to offer the watch at an extremely attractive price, making it quite a unique offer, given the significance of its design (especially since the Tissot Heritage Memphis comes exclusively with a quartz movement).
Evolution of the Automatic.
The automatic watch is housed in our legendary evo2 case creating a harmonious, fluid design. The rounded, organic shape of the 40 mm brushed stainless steel case adds to the comfortable wear of this timepiece. A true design highlight is the see-through case back allowing you to see how the complex automatic movement works. The iconic Mondaine dial with date indication and the elegant Milanese mesh band add the finishing touches.
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A.I. Watch Review:
# Mondaine Evo2 Review by A.I. WatchMetrics
## Watch Summary
The Mondaine Evo2 is a minimalist sports watch inspired by the official Swiss Federal Railways clock, featuring a clean 40mm stainless steel case, iconic black railway dial with bold lume-filled indices and a half-moon aperture, signature red-tipped seconds hand that halts precisely at 60 seconds for exact time-setting, powered by a reliable Ronda 715 quartz movement offering up to 50 months of battery life, perfect for the practical urban professional seeking understated Swiss functionality and heritage.
## Overall Watch Rating: 6.6/10.0
**Dials & Design Metric (9.1/10.0)** - The Evo2's precise recreation of the Swiss railway clock dial with its minimalist indices and innovative seconds hand mechanism stands out as a design benchmark for functional legibility, rivaling the original SBB station clocks.
**History & Innovation Metric (8.6/10.0)** - Mondaine's licensing of the iconic 1944 Swiss railway design since 1986, paired with the unique seconds-stop feature, delivers strong historical significance comparable to Omega's rail heritage pieces.
**Material Metric (8.4/10.0)** - High-quality 316L stainless steel case with double-domed sapphire crystal and anti-reflective coating provides excellent everyday durability on par with Oris divers.
**Versatility Metric (8.0/10.0)** - Its slim profile and neutral black dial make the Evo2 highly adaptable from office casual to weekend adventures, much like a Seiko 5 Sports.
**Brand Metric (6.4/10.0)** - Mondaine holds a solid high-premium position thanks to its official railway partnership and enthusiast following, akin to Hamilton's military legacy.
**Movement Metric (6.2/10.0)** - The accurate Ronda 715 quartz delivers reliable performance with the brand's signature seconds halt, performing similarly to ETA quartz in mid-tier tools.
**Functions Metric (5.8/10.0)** - Basic timekeeping plus date offers dependable utility expected at this level, matching Citizen Eco-Drive basics.
**Complications Metric (4.5/10.0)** - The simple date window provides modest added utility, on par with entry-level TAG Heuer quartz models.
**Rarity Metric (2.7/10.0)** - At its accessible price point and steady production, it trails far behind limited-run microbrands like Halios.
## Total Performance Score (TPS): 6.2
## WM Collector Grade: B
## Performance Insights: Strong design heritage and materials punch above weight, but basic quartz movement and low rarity temper value against an implied price of $620.
## TPS Interpretation: Good Value: The watch exceeds expectations in aesthetics and history for its price, offering timeless utility without excess.
## Watch Data
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**A.I. WatchMetrics Review v37.4 Grok 4 Fast. December 19, 2025.**
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