Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces

Geneva, May 09, 2021

LOT 319

MIDO, REF. 5907, POWERWIND 1000, RAINBOW DIVER, MARK II, STEEL

CHF 10,000 - 20,000

HKD 80,000 - 160,000 / USD 10,000 - 20,000

Sold: CHF 20,000

A fine and very rare, self-winding, stainless steel diver’s wristwatch with decompression tables and date.


Grading System
Grade: AAA

Excellent

Case: 3-8

Good

Slightly scratched

Movement: 3*

Good

Overhaul recommended, at buyer's expense

Dial: 2-01

Very good

HANDS Original

Brand Mido

Model Powerwind 1000/ Rainbow Diver

Reference 5907

Year Circa 1962

Case No. 3051886

Caliber 1137 OC

Dimensions 38 mm

Signature Dial, Case and Movement

Accessories Original fitted box

Notes

The trend for collectible dive watches has continued to show strength just like the rare and collectible Mido Powerwind. Launched around 1960 at the time were recreational diving became increasingly popular (other brands also launched their models like the Favre Leuba Bathy 50 or the Blancpain Aqualung or the Rolex Submariner), it has become sought-after mainly due to its unique colourful decompression tables, its case by Taubert and its pleasant 38 mm size. Existing in 3 different batches depending on its year, this example is an early mark II featuring the case and reference number on its back and has the rarer black color dial that has remained in excellent overall condition.