Edox Hydro-Sub Chronograph Automatic Ref. 01123
Dive Watch / Chronograph Subcategory · Edox (Montres Edox et Viva SA), independent family-owned Swiss watchmaker, positioned in the mid-to-high luxury sports watch tier
Period: Modern Luxury (2000s-present) with heavy professional tool-watch influences
Type
Dive Watch / Chronograph Subcategory
Brand
Edox (Montres Edox et Viva SA), independent family-owned Swiss watchmaker, positioned in the mid-to-high luxury sports watch tier
Movement
Swiss automatic chronograph movement, based on Edox Calibre 01 (Valjoux 7750 base), operating at 28,800 vph (4 Hz) with a 48-hour power reserve and 25 jewels
Dimensions
Case diameter 46 mm, case thickness 17 mm, lug-to-lug distance 54 mm, lug width 22 mm. Wears large and substantial due to heavy professional depth ratings and robust case architecture
Description
An uncompromising professional dive chronograph featuring a bold olive green sunburst dial and rugged architecture designed to withstand extreme environments. The Edox Hydro-Sub Chronograph combines high-end Swiss mechanics with ultimate wrist presence, marrying historical dive heritage with modern rugged durability
Key Features
Extreme 1000m water resistance rating, functional chronograph complication, prominent black ceramic timing bezel, and distinctive military-green colorway with high-visibility orange accents
Dial Description
Sunburst olive green gradient dial with applied luminous hour markers, bold arrow-tipped hands, three chronograph subdials, and an angled date aperture at 4:30. Features striking orange accents on subdial hands and central tracking hands
Case Material
Stainless steel 316L, combination of brushed satin finishes on the case body and polished bevels
Crystal Type
Domed scratch-resistant sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating on the interior surface
Bezel Details
Unidirectional rotating black ceramic dive bezel with stark white luminous 60-minute scale markings and a prominent triangle pip at 12 o'clock
Crown & Pushers
Screw-down crown at 3 o'clock flanked by robust crown guards, paired with heavily knurled screw-down chronograph pushers designed for supreme water resistance
Bracelet or Strap
Integrated high-performance grey leather strap with contrast stitching and a secure stainless steel deployant clasp
Caseback Details
Solid screw-down stainless steel case back deeply stamped with the iconic Edox Hydro-Sub logo and technical specifications
Movement Type
Swiss automatic chronograph movement, based on Edox Calibre 01 (Valjoux 7750 base), operating at 28,800 vph (4 Hz) with a 48-hour power reserve and 25 jewels
Water Resistance
Rated to 1000 meters / 3300 feet / 100 BAR, making it a professional saturation-grade dive watch capable of extreme deep-sea excursions
Origin & Provenance
Swiss Made, manufactured in Les Genevez, Switzerland, utilizing heavily modified outsourced Swiss movements
Age Estimate
Modern era, circa 2015-2022 production
Cultural Significance
Represents the modern evolution of extreme deep-sea dive instrumentation, bridging the gap between heavy professional tool watches and stylish everyday luxury sports pieces
Condition Notes
Visually displays pristine or near-mint condition with clean case finishing, scratch-free sapphire crystal, and undamaged ceramic bezel insert
Value Estimate
Estimated secondary market and retail value ranges from $1,500 to $3,000 USD, heavily dependent on the inclusion of original box, papers, and overall condition
Care & Maintenance
Recommended service interval of 4 to 5 years for the automatic chronograph movement. Water resistance seals and pressure testing should be performed annually if used for diving or swimming
Similar Watches
Oris Aquis Chronograph, Breitling Superocean Chronograph, Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph, TAG Heuer Aquaracer Chronograph
Interesting Facts
Edox is renowned for inventing the double case-back system in the 1960s known as the Water Champion, allowing their vintage dive watches to achieve extraordinary depth ratings without losing structural integrity