Edox Les Vauberts Date Ref. 70172-3-AIN
Dress Watch · Edox (Independent). Founded in 1884, Edox is an independent Swiss brand located in Les Genevez. It occupies a 'Premium' tier, offering high-quality Swiss finishing at accessible prices.
Period: Modern Classic (2010s). The design blends traditional dress watch elements like a clean dial and leather strap with modern touches like the 'open' triple-date window and sharp, faceted indices.
Type
Dress Watch
Brand
Edox (Independent). Founded in 1884, Edox is an independent Swiss brand located in Les Genevez. It occupies a 'Premium' tier, offering high-quality Swiss finishing at accessible prices.
Movement
Swiss Quartz, likely the Edox Caliber 70 (based on the ETA 955.112 or Ronda 715). These movements are known for their thin profile, 3-5 year battery life, and high reliability.
Dimensions
Case Diameter: 39mm; Thickness: 9mm; Lug-to-Lug: 45mm; Lug Width: 20mm. It wears true to size and fits comfortably under a shirt cuff due to its slim profile.
Description
The Edox Les Vauberts is a sophisticated entry-level luxury dress watch that pays homage to over 130 years of Swiss watchmaking history. Its 39mm case is perfectly proportioned for modern formal wear, offering a presence that is noticeable but refined. The sunburst silver dial provides excellent legibility, while the unique triple-date window adds a contemporary 'altimeter' style twist to an otherwise conservative design. It serves as an excellent 'first Swiss watch' for a professional environment.
Key Features
Triple-date window (open date wheel), sunburst silver dial finish, faceted applied indices, and the signature Edox hourglass logo at 12 o'clock.
Dial Description
Silvery-white sunburst dial with a subtle metallic sheen. It features applied polished baton indices and faceted dauphine hands. A unique 'open' date aperture at 3 o'clock shows the current, previous, and following dates, accented by small black triangular indicators.
Case Material
316L Stainless Steel with a full high-polish finish. The case features soft, rounded contours and elegant curved lugs.
Crystal Type
Scratch-resistant sapphire crystal, flat profile. The crystal appears clear with no visible chips or edge wear.
Bezel Details
Fixed, polished stainless steel bezel with a smooth, rounded profile that matches the case flow.
Crown & Pushers
Standard push-pull crown located at 3 o'clock, signed with the Edox hourglass logo. It is small and low-profile to suit the dress aesthetic.
Bracelet or Strap
Brown calfskin leather strap with matching brown stitching and a pebble-grain texture. It features a standard stainless steel pin buckle signed with the Edox logo.
Caseback Details
Solid stainless steel screw-down caseback. It likely features an engraving of Les Vauberts (the historical Jura site of Edox) or a simple sandblasted center with technical specifications.
Movement Type
Swiss Quartz, likely the Edox Caliber 70 (based on the ETA 955.112 or Ronda 715). These movements are known for their thin profile, 3-5 year battery life, and high reliability.
Water Resistance
50 Meters (5 ATM). Suitable for light splashes and rain. Not recommended for swimming, showering, or diving.
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made. Edox manufactures its timepieces in the Swiss Jura region, utilizing Swiss-sourced quartz movements for this specific model line.
Age Estimate
Circa 2012-2018. This specific dial layout with the vertical triple-date window was a staple of the Les Vauberts collection during this period.
Cultural Significance
Edox is highly respected in the independent watch world for remaining family-owned and maintaining its manufacturing in Les Genevez. The Les Vauberts line represents the brand's commitment to the 'Everyman's Luxury' philosophy.
Condition Notes
Very Good to Excellent. The case shows minimal surface swirl marks typical of high-polish steel. The dial and crystal are clean. The strap shows slight creasing from being mounted on the cushion but minimal wear.
Value Estimate
MSRP: Approx. $450 - $600. Pre-owned market value: $150 - $275 depending on box and papers.
Care & Maintenance
Battery replacement every 3-4 years is recommended. Inspect the leather strap for cracking every 2 years. Though rated for water resistance, this watch should not be submerged as the leather strap and push-pull crown are not designed for aquatic activities.
Similar Watches
Tissot Le Locle (Automatic, more traditional); Hamilton Jazzmaster Thinline (Quartz, similar slim profile); Raymond Weil Maestro; Longines Presence.
Interesting Facts
The 'Les Vauberts' collection is named after the small area in the Swiss Jura where watchmakers first began their craft over 400 years ago during the winter months. Edox was also the inventor of the 'double waterproof' crown system in 1961.