Multifort TV Big Date: the return of a small screen star
The Multifort TV Big Date S01E02 returns to the screen, ready to outshine the competition. Still nestled in its iconic ‘TV’ case, today's star returns with a dial that looks like it came straight out of an old cathode ray tube. Delivered with three straps to change its look faster than a TV channel, this special edition promises more colours than a 1970s TV credits sequence.
A high-definition dial… 1975 version
The scene is set: a relief pattern inspired by the multicoloured adjustment bands on old-fashioned televisions, a ‘pixel noise’ reproduced with an almost nostalgic attention to detail, and a satin-finished grey PVD bezel with negative relief hour markers. At 12 o’clock, the large date, the watchmaker’s signature, sits like a breaking news ticker. Visibility remains impeccable, even during prime time at night, thanks to the white Super-LumiNova® applied to the hour markers and the faceted hour and minute hands.
Multifort TV Big Date, a square case that rounds everything off
Inspired by 1970s televisions, the watch features a square case with rounded corners – 40 x 39.2 mm – sculpted from grey PVD-treated steel, satin-finished and polished, a first for the collection. Equipped with a crown protector, it features anti-reflective sapphire crystal on both sides.
The matching metal bracelet plays the monochrome card, while two additional bracelets in bright blue and vibrant yellow rubber add a touch of fun. Want to change your look? No problem: the pin bars ensure a quick switch between episodes.
The engine line-up: the Calibre 80 takes centre stage
On the mechanical side, the automatic Calibre 80 intrigues with a power reserve of approximately 80 hours, as its name suggests. In addition, its Nivachron™ balance spring ensures high resistance to magnetic fields and shocks. Water-resistant to 100 metres, the watch can be viewed from behind thanks to its transparent case back, revealing its oscillating weight decorated with Côtes de Genève and engraved with the Mido logo.
Already a collector’s edition
Available as a special edition, the Multifort TV Big Date S01E02 is designed for enthusiasts of reliable, precise Swiss mechanics, ready to steal the show with its retro-futuristic look. It comes in a dedicated case, reminding us that this is indeed a star product.
€1,490
View the technical details of the Mido Multifort TV Big Date S01E02
Technical details:
Movement
MIDO Calibre 80 automatic (based on ETA C07.651), 12 ¾’’’, Ø 28.80 mm, thickness: 5.86 mm, 25 jewels, 21,600 vph, Nivachron™ balance spring
Oscillating weight decorated with Côtes de Genève and MIDO logo. HMS functions and large date window, instantaneous. Adjusted in 3 different positions for high precision.
Up to 80 hours of power reserve.
Case
Satin-finished and polished grey PVD-treated stainless steel, 40 x 39.2 mm, 3 pieces, sapphire crystal treated on both sides with anti-reflective coating, sandblasted 12 o’clock marker, finely decorated movement visible through the transparent case back, screw-down case back, engraved serial number, screw-down crown, water-resistant to a pressure of 10 bar (100 m / 330 ft).
Lug width: 46.85 mm.
Dial
Multicoloured on a grey background, vintage television design in positive relief, negative hour markers filled with Super-LumiNova®.
Minuterie on the flange.
Large date at 12 o’clock.
Hands
Diamond-cut and faceted hour and minute hands, coated with white Super-LumiNova®, large flat diamond-cut seconds hand.
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