LIP. - Lot 73

LIP. Nautic-ski, ref. 7180. Circa 2015. Steel wristwatch. Round case, screw-down transparent caseback. Blue dial, applied hour markers, luminescent hands, central second hand, date window, signed Automatic movement signed. Tropical strap. Buckle signed. Diam. 38 mm. With case. Provenance: Amateur collection. Produced in 1967 to celebrate the brand's centenary, the Lip Nautic-Ski remains the first French watch to be waterproof to a depth of 200 meters. Associated with the mythical figure of the maritime world, Éric Tabarly, this cult model was officially launched for the 1968 Grenoble Olympic Games. Reissued in 2014, our example is a contemporary version of the original model. CONDITION REPORT (for information only): Movement operational at time of catalog writing. Scratches and wear marks on bezel. Overhaul recommended. Please note that all watches are sold as is. No guarantee of function. Most watches have been opened to identify movement type and quality, including water-resistant watches, so the buyer is advised to consult a watchmaker to review the watch's water-resistance. Expert: Cabinet AderWatches / Mr Geoffroy ADER - contact@aderwatches.com