EDOX DIA MATIC 3000 AUTOMATIC, VINTAGE 60s

Edox: Legacy of Swiss Love and Precision

Romantic Origins and Foundation
The history of Edox began in 1884 when Swiss watchmaker Christian Ruefli-Flury created a pocket watch to celebrate his wife Pauline’s 25th anniversary. Impressed by its beauty, Pauline convinced Christian to establish his own manufacture in Biel/Bienne, the cradle of Swiss watchmaking. The name “Edox,” derived from ancient Greek meaning “measurer of time”, and its symbol —a hourglass designed in 1900— reflected their commitment to precise timekeeping 5710.

Era of Technical Innovation
After Ruefli-Flury’s death in 1921, Robert Kaufmann-Hug took the lead, driving the transition from pocket watches to wristwatches. This change defined their future:

• 1961: Launch of the Delfin, the first diving watch with 200 meters of water resistance thanks to its double caseback and revolutionary hermetic sealing 39.

• 1965: Introduction of the Hydrosub, which pushed waterproofing to 500 meters through a crown system with a tension ring, setting new standards for professional diving 38.

• 1971: Creation of the Geoscope, the first mechanical watch with a world time function, displaying 50 time zones on an inverted world map 38.

Survival and Reinvention
During the quartz crisis in the 70s, Edox became part of ASUAG (predecessor of the Swatch Group), losing its creative identity. In 1983, watchmaker Victor Strambini acquired the brand, relocating its headquarters to Les Genevez (Swiss Jura) and restoring its independence as a family business. This rebirth included:

• 1998: Launch of the Les Bémonts Ultra Slim, featuring a movement with a thickness of 1.4 mm, a current world record for calendar watches 38.

• 2013: Reissue of the Delfin, combining retro design with modern technology 311.

Connection with Elite Sports
Edox solidified its identity as the “Champion of Water” through strategic sponsorships:

• Official timekeeper of the Class 1 Powerboat World Championship, Rally Dakar, and Extreme Sailing Series 311.

• Development of specialized collections like Hydrosub (diving) and Chronorally (motorsport), using materials such as titanium and ceramic 911.

• Collaborations with figures like diver Christian Redl, for whom they created editions resistant to 1,000 meters 11.

Contemporary Legacy
Today, Edox maintains its essence as a Swiss independent manufacture:

• Technology and Tradition: Combining manual assembly with innovations like the Edox 80 caliber (automatic three-hand movement) in models like the SkyDiver Military, a homage to a secret watch for elite paratroopers from the 70s 11.

• Dual Collections: Sporty line (Grand Ocean, Class-1) and classic line (Les Vauberts, Les Bémonts), reflecting their versatility 10.

• Social Commitment: Inheritor of Ruefli-Flury’s philanthropic spirit, who supported hospitals and community projects 5.

Conclusion
More than a brand, Edox is a symbol of watchmaking resilience. From its romantic origin to its role in extreme sports, it embodies the union of Swiss craftsmanship, technical innovation, and a passion for pushing boundaries. Its history, woven with precision and daring, endures as a testament to 140 years of horological excellence.

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