Mido Multifort TV Big Date Chronometer: Blue or Black Dial?
Mido Multifort TV Big Date Chronometer: Blue or Black Dial?
Same TV-shaped steel case, same 80-hour COSC-certified automatic movement, same $1,650 price. The only real decision is the dial. Here is how the two compare.
Short on Time?
Both watches are the Mido Multifort TV Big Date Chronometer: a Swiss automatic in a 316L stainless steel TV-shaped case, 39.2 x 40 mm and 11.5 mm thick, with a Big Date at 12 o'clock, MIDO Caliber 80, up to 80 hours of power reserve, COSC chronometer certification, a Nivachron balance spring, a sapphire crystal and a steel bracelet. The blue version is M049.567.11.041.00 and the black version is M049.567.11.051.00. Lexor Miami lists each at $1,650.00.
- Blue sunray dial with a checkerboard pattern
- Black sunray dial with a checkerboard pattern
- 100 m water resistance, transparent caseback, screw-down crown
- Swiss Made, limited stock
What Is the Mido Multifort TV Big Date Chronometer?
It is a Mido Multifort with a very recognizable shape: a case that Lexor Miami's listing describes as television-shaped, meaning a squared outline with softly rounded sides, like an old TV screen. On the dial, a checkerboard pattern sits under a sunray finish, and the date is shown in an oversized window at 12 o'clock.
Mido is a Swiss brand, and this model is Swiss Made. What makes it stand out at $1,650.00 is the spec sheet: a COSC-certified chronometer with an 80-hour power reserve. Most of the story below applies to both colors, so we start with what they share.
The TV-Shaped Case
The case is 316L stainless steel with brushed and polished surfaces. Lexor Miami lists it at 39.2 x 40 mm and 11.5 mm thick. A sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides covers the dial, the crown is screw-down and the caseback is transparent, so you can watch the movement work. Water resistance is 100 m (10 bar / 330 ft).
The hands and hour markers have Super-LumiNova, and the hour markers are applied. The bracelet is stainless steel with brushed outer links and polished center links, a folding clasp with push-buttons and a quick-release system.
Caliber 80 and COSC Certification
Inside is MIDO Caliber 80, a Swiss automatic movement. It winds itself as you wear the watch and stores up to 80 hours of power reserve, which means it can sit on a table for more than three days and still be running. If you rotate between watches, that helps.
Both watches are chronometers, certified by COSC, the Swiss official chronometer testing institute. Lexor Miami's page also lists a Nivachron balance spring, which it describes as designed to improve resistance to magnetic fields. The page does not give an accuracy figure, so we do not quote one.
The Blue Dial: M049.567.11.041.00
The blue version has a blue sunray dial with the rectangular checkerboard pattern. Sunray means fine lines radiate from the center, so the color shifts from lighter to darker as the light moves. Blue is the easy choice if you want a color that works with a suit or with jeans and does not look loud.
See the blue Multifort TV Big Date on lexormiami.com
The Black Dial: M049.567.11.051.00
The black version has a black sunray dial with the same checkerboard pattern. Black reads as more serious and a little more formal. The steel case and bracelet stand out against it, and the applied hour markers are easier to see.
See the black Multifort TV Big Date on lexormiami.com
Blue vs Black
| Blue | Black | |
|---|---|---|
| Reference | M049.567.11.041.00 | M049.567.11.051.00 |
| Dial | Blue sunray, checkerboard | Black sunray, checkerboard |
| Case, movement, size | Identical: 316L steel, 39.2 x 40 mm, 11.5 mm thick, Caliber 80, COSC | |
| Bracelet | Stainless steel, folding clasp, quick-release | |
| Price | $1,650.00 | $1,650.00 |
| Mood | Brighter, easy to wear | Darker, more formal |
If you wear a lot of navy, grey and denim, blue is the natural fit. If your wardrobe is mostly black, charcoal and white, the black dial blends in. Both dials share the same pattern, so you do not give up any design for either color.
Size and How to Wear It
At 39.2 x 40 mm the case is mid-sized, and the TV shape sits flat on the wrist. At 11.5 mm thick it is slim enough for a shirt cuff. Because the bracelet is steel with a folding clasp, it works well for daily wear. If you want to judge the size yourself, visit the showroom or message us, and we will help you choose.
Quick Specs
| Brand and model | Mido Multifort TV Big Date Chronometer |
|---|---|
| References | M049.567.11.041.00 (blue) · M049.567.11.051.00 (black) |
| Case | 316L stainless steel, TV-shaped, 39.2 x 40 mm, 11.5 mm thick |
| Dial | Sunray with checkerboard pattern, applied hour markers, Big Date at 12 |
| Movement | MIDO Caliber 80, Swiss automatic |
| Power reserve | Up to 80 hours |
| Certification | COSC chronometer |
| Balance spring | Nivachron |
| Crystal | Sapphire, anti-reflective coating on both sides |
| Caseback and crown | Transparent caseback, screw-down crown |
| Water resistance | 100 m / 10 bar / 330 ft |
| Lume | Super-LumiNova on hands and hour markers |
| Bracelet | Stainless steel, folding clasp with push-buttons, quick-release |
| Made in | Switzerland |
| Price | $1,650.00 USD each |
Shipping, Returns and How to Buy
Buy online: use the Buy Blue or Buy Black button and check out on lexormiami.com. Prefer a person? Message us on WhatsApp at +1 (786) 515-7669, call +1 (305) 633-0950, or visit the showroom in Miami. Lexor Miami is also listed on Mido's own store locator.
Shipping: Lexor Miami ships within the 48 contiguous U.S. states, and its policy lists free shipping on individual products priced at $150 or more. Confirm the final cost at checkout. Returns: 30 days from delivery for unopened, unused items in original condition and packaging. Email info@lexormiami.com first for a Return Authorization. Warranty: ask us to confirm the warranty terms for your watch before you order. Read the full policy on the product page.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the two watches?
The dial color. One has a blue sunray dial (M049.567.11.041.00) and the other a black sunray dial (M049.567.11.051.00). Both have the same checkerboard pattern, case, movement and price.
Is it automatic?
Yes. It uses MIDO Caliber 80, a Swiss automatic movement with up to 80 hours of power reserve.
What does COSC chronometer mean?
The movement is certified by COSC, the Swiss official chronometer testing institute, for precision.
How big is it?
The case is 39.2 x 40 mm and 11.5 mm thick, in a TV shape.
Is it water resistant?
Yes, 100 m (10 bar / 330 ft), with a screw-down crown.
What is a Big Date?
It is an oversized date display. On this watch it sits at 12 o'clock.
What bracelet does it have?
A stainless steel bracelet with a folding clasp, push-buttons and a quick-release system.
Is it a limited edition?
The product pages do not describe it as limited. Lexor Miami lists limited stock of both colors.
Is Lexor Miami an authorized Mido dealer?
Yes. Lexor Miami is listed as an authorized dealer on its product pages and on Mido's store locator.
At the End of the Day
The Multifort TV Big Date Chronometer gives you a distinctive shape, a COSC chronometer movement and an 80-hour reserve for $1,650.00. Pick blue if you want color and versatility, or black if you want a darker, more formal look. Stock is limited on both.
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