Edox - Antique pocket watch - 1960-1969

Introduction

This auction presents a vintage Edox mechanical pocket watch with a decorative gold-tone full hunter case and elegant classical styling.

The dial is signed “EDOX” and marked “SWISS MADE”. It features black Arabic numerals with red 13–24 hour markings, a small seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock and blued-style hands. The case has a gold-tone finish with a beautiful guilloché-style textured pattern on the outer covers.

The front cover opens to reveal the dial, while the inner case cover is decorated with circular engine-turned finishing. The dust cover is engraved “ANCRE DE PRECISION”, surrounded by decorative medal-style motifs, giving the watch a refined vintage Swiss presentation.

The movement is marked “17 JEWELS”, “SWISS”, “SEVENTEEN” and “R 620”. This is a manual winding mechanical movement.

Historical / Era context

Edox is a Swiss watch brand founded in 1884 by Christian Rüefli-Flury in Biel/Bienne, Switzerland. The brand became known for producing reliable Swiss mechanical watches and later developed a strong reputation for water-resistant and sports watches.

This pocket watch appears to be a mid-to-late 20th century vintage model made in a traditional pocket watch style. The gold-tone hunter case, Roman-inspired decorative case finishing, 24-hour dial markings and 17-jewel Swiss manual movement reflect the style of vintage revival pocket watches produced for collectors and formal use.

Based on the movement style, case construction and overall design, this watch likely dates from around the 1960s–1980s.

Condition

The watch is in vintage condition with visible signs of age and use.

Case: The gold-tone full hunter case shows surface scratches, small marks, discoloration, plating wear and age-related patina. The exterior covers have a fine guilloché-style textured pattern, with a decorative central cartouche. There are also signs of wear around the bow, crown, hinges and case edges.

Dial: The white dial shows light marks, small stains and age-related wear. The Edox logo, Arabic numerals, red 13–24 hour markings, small seconds sub-dial and “SWISS MADE” marking remain visible.

Crystal: The crystal shows surface scratches and age-related wear, but the dial remains readable.

Movement: Manual winding mechanical movement marked “17 JEWELS”, “SWISS”, “SEVENTEEN” and “R 620”. Long-term accuracy has not been tested, so future adjustment or servicing may be required, as with any vintage mechanical timepiece.

Accessories: No original box or papers are included.

Specifications

Brand: Edox
Model: Vintage pocket watch
Movement: Manual winding mechanical movement
Jewels: 17 jewels
Movement marking: R 620 / Swiss / Seventeen / 17 Jewels
Case material: Gold-tone metal case
Case type: Full hunter pocket watch case
Case diameter: Approximately 45.0 mm
Case diameter including crown: Approximately 55.5 mm
Total length including crown and bow: Approximately 60.0 mm
Weight: Approximately 71 g
Dial color: White
Dial style: Arabic numerals with red 13–24 hour scale
Period: 1950–1999
Estimated production period: Circa 1960s–1980s
In working order: Not confirmed
Accessories: None
Special note: Decorative gold-tone full hunter case with guilloché-style pattern and engraved “ANCRE DE PRECISION” dust cover.

Closing note

This Edox pocket watch is an attractive Swiss-made vintage mechanical timepiece with a decorative gold-tone full hunter case and a refined classical dial.

The combination of the Edox brand, 17-jewel Swiss manual movement, ornate case decoration and traditional pocket watch form makes it suitable for collectors of Swiss pocket watches, decorative vintage timepieces and classic mechanical watches.

As with all antique and vintage timepieces, please carefully examine the provided high-resolution photographs to satisfy yourself with the condition before placing your bid. The watch is sold as a vintage collectible item, and long-term accuracy, water resistance and future maintenance are not guaranteed.

Import duties, taxes, VAT, customs fees and any other import-related charges are the responsibility of the buyer. These costs are not included in the item price or shipping cost.

The item will be packed securely and shipped with tracking.

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