Lip - T18 « Churchill » - No reserve price - Men - 1900-1949

LIP T18 « Churchill » – Vintage French mechanical watch – 1940s Stunning vintage wristwatch LIP T18, made in Besançon, France, in the 1940s. This iconic model of French watchmaking is notably associated with Winston Churchill, who received a LIP T18 watch as a gift in 1948. Recognizable by its rectangular case with elegant lines and its curved Art Deco silhouette, the T18 embodies mid-20th-century French horological craftsmanship. This example preserves its vintage dial, blued steel hands, and manual-wind mechanical movement. The dial shows natural and homogeneous patina that underscores its antique character. The signed case back and the internal metal dust cover are interesting details for vintage watch enthusiasts. The watch comes with a modern genuine ostrich leather strap, hand-made by the brand Les Centuriales, which adds a distinctive touch to the overall piece. A collectible piece with authentic charm, ideal for lovers of French watchmaking, Art Deco watches, and historic timepieces. Technical specifications * Brand: LIP * Model: T18 * Origin: Besançon, France * Period: 1940s (1940-1949) * Movement: Manual-wind mechanical * Gender: Men / unisex * Style: Art Deco, rectangular, Tank-type * Case: Chrome-plated metal, with steel back * Dimensions: 21 mm width excluding crown * Lug-to-lug length: 38.5 mm * Glass: Domed rectangular Plexiglas * Dial: Vintage dial with railway minute track, Arabic numerals, and small seconds at 6 o’clock * Hands: Blued steel * Back: Snap-on, signed “FOND ACIER”, number 770419 * Inner marking: “LIP 183 202” * Strap: Genuine ostrich leather, hand-made, Les Centuriales * Lug width: 16 mm * Buckle: Gold-plated pin buckle signed Condition report Overall condition: Good vintage condition, given the age of the watch. Functioning: The watch starts with winding and runs during the tests performed. It keeps time regularly during the tests. No guarantee of water resistance is provided. Dial: Vintage dial showing natural and even patina, coherent with the piece’s age. Case: Signs of wear and micro-scratches visible, normal for a watch of this era. No major oxidation noted. Glass: Domed Plexiglas with light signs of use. Strap: In excellent condition, supple and of good quality. The photographs are an integral part of the description and allow assessment of the watch’s aesthetic condition.

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