Santa Claus Is Alive And Well! The Lip T18 Original

It seems that Santa might be working part-time in Besançon.

Courtesy of Lip

Just in time for that special friend, family member, or of course yourself ; )

Readers might remember that on my last visit to Besançon back in March, I had the opportunity to check out the new Lip T18 -

I did not hesitate, and I put my marker down for one. Lucky me, as that version flew off the shelves in record time and I was the lucky owner of 180 / 180. For those of you who weren't fortunate enough to get one, it seems that Santa Claus might have sensed your disappointment on missing out the first go-round and spoke with team Lip -

Courtesy of Lip

You have two more bites at the apple! Two new versions of the T18 Original. The first version features a two tone (technically 3 with the gold tone indices) dial, and a tan ostrich strap.

Courtesy of Lip

The second version differs in that the indices are silver toned, and the watch is fitted with a darker ostrich strap.

The movement is of particular interest as it is a faithful reproduction of the original -

Courtesy of Lip

It is a unique piece of kit, with the majority of components sourced within hailing distance (France and Switzerland) and assembled in Besançon.

These two new versions of the T18 Original are available now, but if the last release is anything to go by, they are going to be gone in the blink of an eye, so if it's in your wheelhouse, don't dawdle!

The price is very fair for a watch like this - €1,990.00 tax included

Here are the pertinents -

Case - rectangular, polished & brushed stainless steel
Dimensions : 23.5mm x 41.5mm
Lug Width : 20 mm
Water Resistance : 3 atm
Weight : 58 grammes

Movement - Mechanical

Reference movement : t18 mecanique
Frequency: 21600 vibrations/hour.
Jewels: 21.
Accuracy: -12/+12 sec/Day.
Power reserve (Mainspring after fully wound up): 40 hours.
Finishing: Côtes de Genève, pearling, spiral pattern.