LIP Watch - T18 Original - Limited Edition - Camel Ostrich Leather

LIP unveils a limited edition of 150 pieces of the legendary T18, an iconic French watch. Designed, assembled, and tested in Besançon, its hometown, the T18 embodies French watchmaking expertise. This exceptional timepiece has been reborn with its hand-wound mechanical movement, faithful to its original specifications and enhanced with modern details.

The case, slightly enlarged to reflect current trends, is crafted from polished and brushed 316L stainless steel. Measuring 23.5 mm by 41.5 mm with a lug-to-lug width of 20 mm, it exudes timeless elegance. The silver dial, brushed both vertically and horizontally, pays homage to the vintage model. The rose-gold Arabic numerals, applied by hand, blend harmoniously with the hands and the small seconds hand at 6 o’clock—also in rose gold—adding a luminous and sophisticated touch.

The watch features a flat, anti-reflective sapphire crystal that is slightly domed for greater durability and optimal readability. The transparent case back, carefully screw-down, reveals the T18 mechanical movement, a technical masterpiece oscillating at 21,600 vibrations per hour (3 Hz). This precise movement, with a 40-hour power reserve, displays remarkable finishes such as Côtes de Genève, circular graining, and snailing on the ratchet wheel, all testaments to the refinement of the craftsmanship.

To complement this elegance, the T18 is fitted with a camel-colored ostrich leather strap, handcrafted in Besançon. This artisanal strap, featuring a safety folding clasp, combines comfort and sophistication.

With a water resistance of 30 meters and a lightweight design weighing just 58 grams, the T18 Original combines durability with portability. Every detail—from its rose gold numerals to its exposed movement—makes it a unique and striking timepiece that will captivate enthusiasts of exceptional watches.

Available in a limited edition, the T18 Original is a true collector’s item that is sure to delight enthusiasts of fine mechanics and the art of watchmaking. A watch that, through its elegance and history, embodies the excellence of French watchmaking.