Edox / Hydro-Sub
Edox Hydro-Sub
Collection profile · 1965
Edox’s iconic dive-watch family, first launched as a high-water-resistance tool watch and later revived in modern forms; the collection is clearly positioned in official Edox materials as a historic, performance-oriented diver line.
Why it matters
Hydro-Sub is a cornerstone Edox sports collection and one of the brand’s clearest long-running identities, linking historical dive-watch credibility to modern catalog offerings.
Key references
Collection timeline
- 2024 — Edox’s official materials still describe Hydro-Sub as an iconic collection and a modern continuation of the original dive-watch concept.
- 2024 — The 2015–2016 Edox catalogue states the Hydro-Sub was initially launched in 1965 with 500 meters of water resistance.
- 2024 — The 2018 Edox catalogue describes Hydro-Sub as the revolutionary collection that introduced the famous double O’crown gasket for increased water resistance.
FAQ
When was Hydro-Sub introduced?
Edox’s official catalogue says 1965.
What is Hydro-Sub best known for?
Its dive-watch heritage, strong water resistance and distinctive crown-protection system.
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