Mido Calandre Ettore Bugatti Watch

Between the mid-1920s and the mid-1930s, Mido produced less than a hundred watches for the very famous Bugatti automobile brand. The notable feature of these pieces was their case shaped like the iconic radiator grille on the famous car. They were specially ordered by Mr. Ettore Bugatti to the Mido manufacture, often offered to his best pilots and mechanics and to his family.

✨ PRODUCT STORY

A watch born from the golden age of automobiles.

Between the 1920s and 1930s, Mido created an extraordinary series of timepieces inspired by the world’s most iconic cars. Among them, the rarest were designed in collaboration with Ettore Bugatti — crafted to mirror the legendary Bugatti radiator grille.

These watches weren’t sold to the public.
They were gifted — to elite drivers, engineers, and family.

Today, that legacy returns in a design that captures the spirit of speed, craftsmanship, and exclusivity.

🚗 DESIGN INSPIRATION

• 🛞 Radiator Grille Case Shape
  Inspired directly by vintage Bugatti front grilles
• 🟡 Curved Tonneau Case
  Ergonomic, elegant, and unmistakably Art Deco
• 🧵 Textured Dial Pattern
  Echoes the mechanical detailing of classic engines
• 🟢 Premium Leather Strap
  Deep green tone inspired by vintage racing aesthetics

🔥 KEY FEATURES

• 🕰 Heritage-Inspired Design
  A tribute to early automotive excellence
• 🎯 Distinctive Case Shape
  Instantly recognizable and rare
• ⚙️ Reliable Movement
  Built for everyday precision
• 🪶 Slim & Elegant Profile
  Designed for comfort and refined wear

⚙️ SPECIFICATIONS

• Model: Radiator Heritage Edition
• Movement: Quartz / Mechanical (depending on variant)
• Case Shape: Tonneau (Grille Inspired)
• Dial: Textured Vintage Pattern
• Strap: Leather
• Glass: Mineral / Sapphire
• Water Resistance: Suitable for daily use

🧠 WHY THIS WATCH

• Inspired by one of the rarest collaborations in watch history
• Combines automotive heritage + horology
• Unique shape — stands out instantly
• Perfect for collectors and design enthusiasts

👔 STYLE PRESENCE

• Vintage luxury aesthetic
• Automotive enthusiasts
• Formal & statement wear