MIDO WATCH: COMMANDER 1959 COSC

MIDO Commander 1959: day/date and official Swiss chronometer

The Mido Commander 1959 is an iconic automatic watch from the Commander collection, produced continuously since 1959, making it a true icon of Swiss watchmaking heritage. Its monocoque stainless steel case is paired with an integrated Milanese steel bracelet and the vintage Mido logo, affirming its classic heritage while incorporating modern watchmaking technologies.

The silver dial, adorned with polished applied hour markers and flat, diamond-cut hands coated with Super-LumiNova, ensures elegant legibility. The Mido Commander 1959 displays the day and date functions at 3 o'clock in a separate window, powered by the Mido Calibre 80 automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve . A perfect balance of vintage design and modern performance, this watch is equally suited to formal attire and refined everyday wear.

Technical specifications

• Brand: MIDO

• Model: Commander 1959 DatoDay Chronometer Certified (ref: M8429.4.21.13 )

• Movement: Mido Calibre 80 automatic, 80-hour power reserve

• Case: Monocoque 316L stainless steel, 37 mm, 10.5 mm thick

• Glass: Curved acrylic

• Dial: Sunburst silver, day and date at 3 o'clock

• Water resistance: 50 m (5 ATM)

• Bottom: Solid screw-on

• Bracelet: Silver Milanese loop, Mido steel pin buckle

• Pause Watches Warranty: 2 years, purchased in 2019

• Packaging : Box + stopwatch certification and papers

Why choose this watch?

The Mido Commander 1959 embodies timeless elegance, the legacy of over six decades of continuous production. Its clean design, with a silver dial and integrated Milanese bracelet, combines classic simplicity with modern sophistication. The Mido Calibre 80 movement is distinguished by its extended power reserve of up to 80 hours and its anti-magnetic balance spring (Nivachron™), guaranteeing precision, robustness, and everyday comfort.

About the Mido brand

Since 1918 , Mido has perpetuated the art of Swiss watchmaking by combining enduring design, technical innovation, and reliable performance. The Commander collection is one of its most representative lines, produced continuously since 1959 and renowned for its clean aesthetics, comfortable fit, and robust mechanics. Choosing a Mido Commander 1959 means opting for a watch with a strong horological identity, proven value, and an elegant presence on the wrist.