Mido Multi-Centerchrono Medical

When it comes to vintage chronographs, we love the heavy hitters just as much as the next guy. The Rolex Daytona, the Heuer Carrera, and the Omega Speedmaster all have special places in our hearts — and collections. But for every well-known name in the vintage watch world, there’s one or two that make us stop and say:

“Now this is why we got into collecting watches in the first place.”

The standard Mido Centerchrono alone is an awesome watch that stands apart from both the sports and classically styled chronographs from the mid 20th century with its unique, centrally-configured, minute counter hand tucked beneath the seconds counter hand. This particular Multi-Centerchrono however, is exceedingly special.

Sporting a 35mm stainless steel case made by François Borgel with an acrylic crystal, ‘holey’ lugs, ‘mushroom’ pushers, and an unsigned crown, this piece features a personalized dial signed with the American Medical Association’s serpent-entwined logo. Featuring red enamel ‘blood’ indices, it’s likely that this particular Centerchrono was a piece unique developed by the manufacture, for the professional association. 

The silver tritium dial has developed a patinated sheen and features printed, quadrant numerals, a matching ‘kite’ handset, a peripheral pulsations scale, and of course, the signature center minute and seconds chronograph hands; all of which are mechanized by a Mido signed, manually-wound Calibre 1300 17J column wheel chronograph movement.

A double-signed, off-the-beaten-path chronograph with an ultra-cool provenance?

Quick! Someone call a doctor! Not only because this chrono has got our hearts racing, but because it's the perfect watch for any MD!

We admit it, we do tend to get carried away pontificating about vintage watches. Whether it is the history of a particular piece or some oft-forgotten sidenote in the development of a particular case design or movement, there are numerous elements to vintage timepieces that make them so desirable. On the other hand, sometimes all it takes to get us excited about a particular timepiece are some killer looks.

With roots stretching back to 1918, the name Mido is a play on the Spanish phrase Yo mido - I measure.

The brand designed a host of interesting designs throughout the mid-20th Century, and even has some pretty impressive innovations in the industry, including anti-magnetic automatic wristwatches (the Mulitfort Collection) and monocoque case construction.

They even used a robot as their mascot... in 1939.

Seriously, pretty cool!

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Analog:Shift stands behind the authenticity of our products in perpetuity.

Condition

Since our pieces are vintage or pre-owned, please expect wear & patina from usage and age. Please read each item description and examine all product images.

Warranty

We back each Analog:Shift vintage timepiece with a one-year mechanical warranty from the date of purchase.

International Buyers

Please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.

All of our watches include complementary insured shipping within the 50 states.

Most of our products are on hand and will ship directly from our headquarters in New York City. In some cases, watches will be shipped directly from one of our authorized partners.

We generally ship our products via FedEx, fully insured, within 5 business days of purchase. An adult signature is required for receipt of all packages for insurance purposes. Expedited shipping is available at an additional cost. We are also happy to hand deliver your purchase in Manhattan or you may pick it up at our showroom.

Returns must be sent overnight or by priority international delivery, fully insured and paid for by the customer. A restocking fee may apply. Watches must be returned in the same condition as initially shipped.

We welcome international buyers, please contact us prior to purchase for additional details on shipping and payment options.