Lorenz Edox Vintage Tonneau Dress Watch
Dress Watch, Tonneau/Rectangular subcategory · Edox (with co-branding Lorenz), independent Swiss watchmaker historically recognized for accessible traditional and sports watches.
Period: Vintage / Retro (likely late 1960s to 1970s), characterized by the curved tonneau case and stylized italicized Breguet-style numerals.
Type
Dress Watch, Tonneau/Rectangular subcategory
Brand
Edox (with co-branding Lorenz), independent Swiss watchmaker historically recognized for accessible traditional and sports watches.
Movement
Mechanical manual-wind (hand-wound), standard Swiss two-hand movement.
Dimensions
Case diameter approximately 30mm x 38mm, thickness 8mm, lug width 18mm.
Description
An elegant and quirky vintage dress watch combining the creative distribution networks of Lorenz with the Swiss craftsmanship of Edox. The bold, swept-italic Arabic numerals give it a distinctly playful mid-century modern aesthetic, housed within a comfortable, curved tonneau case.
Key Features
Co-branded 'Lorenz Edox' dial, exaggerated artistic italic Arabic numerals, minimalist two-hand display, and distinctive curved rectangular tonneau case shape.
Dial Description
Off-white to silver dial featuring large, highly stylized printed black italic Arabic numerals from 1 to 12, simple black baton hands, signed with the double brand logo and text 'LORENZ EDOX', and 'SWISS MADE' at the bottom.
Case Material
Gold-plated base metal or stainless steel with a polished finish.
Crystal Type
Acrylic/Plexiglass crystal, domed profile with light surface scratches typical of vintage pieces.
Bezel Details
Integrated smooth fixed bezel forming part of the curved rectangular/tonneau case design.
Crown & Pushers
Standard unsigned push-pull crown located at the 3 o'clock position.
Bracelet or Strap
Paired with a black leather or textured fabric strap.
Caseback Details
Solid snap-on stainless steel case back, likely featuring minimal manufacturer stampings.
Movement Type
Mechanical manual-wind (hand-wound), standard Swiss two-hand movement.
Water Resistance
Not water resistant. Vintage dress watch lacking modern gaskets and screw-down crowns.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made, manufactured in Switzerland utilizing outsourced Swiss mechanical movements common for the era.
Age Estimate
Circa 1960s-1970s based on typography, case shaping, and dial layout.
Cultural Significance
Represents the collaborative retail culture of mid-20th-century European watchmaking where Italian design houses partnered directly with Swiss manufactures.
Condition Notes
Fair to Good vintage condition. The dial is clean with minor aging around the perimeter, the acrylic crystal shows light hairline scratches, and the case has minor micro-abrasions consistent with age and gentle wear.
Value Estimate
Estimated secondary market value between $150 to $400 USD depending on the internal movement's working condition and presence of original documentation.
Care & Maintenance
Avoid moisture completely due to vintage seals, manual-wind gently until resistance is felt, service every 5-7 years by a horologist experienced in vintage Swiss calibers.
Similar Watches
Vintage Omega Tank, Longines DolceVita vintage equivalents, Tissot rectangular dress watches.
Interesting Facts
Lorenz is a well-known Italian watch retailer and brand historically famous for importing and co-branding Swiss timepieces, blending Italian design sensibilities with Swiss watchmaking.