LIP WATCH: GRANDE NAUTIC-SKI AUTOMATIC GUN METAL 671859

LIP Grande Nautic-Ski Gun Metal: the tactical French dive watch, made for extremes

The LIP Grande Nautic-Ski Gun Metal (ref. 671859) watch is the modern and bold reinterpretation of a legend in French watchmaking. Born in 1967 for the centenary of the LIP house, highlighted at the Grenoble Olympic Games in 1968 and adopted by Éric Tabarly and Commander Cousteau's team, the LIP Nautic-Ski claimed to be the first French watch waterproof to 200 meters. This model ref. 671859 perpetuates this heritage with an instantly recognizable Gun Metal visual identity.

The case of the Grande Nautic-Ski Gun Metal is a super-compressor type, made of sandblasted 316L stainless steel, with a matte Gun surface treatment that gives it a distinctive and rigorously coherent style. Its 41 mm diameter and weight of 133 grams testify to a strong presence on the wrist, worthy of a true high-level sports watch. Its two screw-down crowns, deliberately oversized for easy grip with gloves, are one of the visual signatures of the LIP Nautic-Ski. One of them controls the internal rotating bezel, allowing for the calculation of dive time.

The matte black dial of the LIP Grande Nautic-Ski is directly inspired by the 1967 Nautic Automatic: white painted numeral markers with a "Gun" colored outline, characteristic arrow-shaped minute hand. The luminous white baton and Arabic numeral markers in Super LumiNova, as well as the luminous gun metal hands, ensure perfect readability in all conditions, including at night and at depth. The double-domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective treatment further enhances this uncompromising readability.

The screw-down transparent case back of the LIP Nautic-Ski reveals the Miyota 8215 caliber, an automatic movement beating at 21,600 vibrations per hour, with 21 jewels and a 42-hour power reserve at full charge. The date function with quick correction and the hacking seconds function complete a comprehensive technical endowment. Mounted on a Milanese mesh bracelet in 316L stainless steel, also with a matte Gun treatment, the LIP Grande Nautic-Ski forms a perfectly matched set. The secure sliding clasp ensures precise and reliable hold in all circumstances. With water resistance to 200 meters, this LIP Nautic-Ski accompanies you from the office to the deep sea with equal serenity.

Technical Specifications

• Brand: LIP
• Collection: Nautic-Ski
• Model: Grande Nautic-Ski Gun Metal Automatic
• Reference: 671859
• Movement: Mechanical automatic winding
• Caliber: Miyota 8215
• Frequency: 21,600 vibrations/hour
• Jewels: 21
• Power Reserve: 42 hours
• Accuracy: -20/+40 sec/day
• Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds, date (quick correction) - hacking seconds function
• Case: Round super-compressor, sandblasted 316L stainless steel, matte Gun treatment
• Dimensions: 41 mm
• Lug width: 20 mm
• Weight: 133 grams
• Crystal: Double-domed sapphire with anti-reflective treatment
• Case back: Screw-down transparent
• Dial: Matte black
• Hands: Luminous gun metal (arrow-shaped minute hand)
• Markers: Luminous white baton and Arabic numerals (Super LumiNova)
• Crowns: Screw-down × 2 (oversized)
• Bezel: Internal rotating (dive time calculation)
• Bracelet: 316L stainless steel Milanese mesh, Blue Gun matte treatment
• Clasp: Secure sliding buckle
• Water Resistance: 200 meters
• Origin: Made in France - Besançon
• LIP Warranty: 2 years
  

Why choose this watch?

The LIP Grande Nautic-Ski Gun Metal (ref. 671859) is the ideal choice for enthusiasts of French sports watches who want to wear a true piece of history on their wrist. Its full Gun treatment - matching case and bracelet, its internal rotating bezel, its oversized screw-down crowns, and its 200-meter water resistance make this LIP Nautic-Ski Gun Metal an authentic dive watch, as high-performing as it is aesthetically distinctive. Made in Besançon, the LIP Grande Nautic-Ski embodies adventure, performance, and the heritage of a centenary French watchmaking house.

About the LIP brand?

Since its creation in 1867, LIP has been an iconic French watchmaking brand, renowned for its innovation and avant-garde design. The brand has marked the history of watchmaking with emblematic models and notable technological advances.

In the 1950s, LIP launched the famous T18 watch, worn by historical figures such as Charles de Gaulle and Winston Churchill. This watch solidified LIP's reputation for its craftsmanship and elegant design.

In 1975, LIP introduced the Nautic-Ski watch, the first French dive watch equipped with an electromechanical movement, demonstrating the brand's commitment to innovation and precision.

LIP continues to stand out with collections like Himalaya, inspired by the exploits of mountaineer Maurice Herzog, and Mach 2000, with its futuristic design. Each LIP watch embodies a blend of tradition and modernity, meeting the expectations of demanding watch enthusiasts.