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Instantanée LIP

The Instantanée LIP by S&A is a 50 year old French movement from the mythical manufacture LIP in the heart of a new Semper & Adhuc watch. An hybrid watch combining past and present, the DNA of LIP and the DNA of Semper & Adhuc, heritage and perspectives. With the Instantanée LIP by S&A, Semper & Adhuc is getting closer and closer to manufacturing the 100% French watch; since the movement, the dial, the hands, the bracelet and the case are designed and made right here in France.

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€2,000.00
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Crown orientation
Size of the bracelet (*Wrist circumference)
Additional bracelet
Custom engraving on the caseback (€41.67)
Gift card
Print & Try / Sizing guide

It is not always easy to see the image of an object and imagine it on oneself. So try the Semper & Adhuc model before making your decision. To do it, print the file attached, cut it, and try it on your wrist. / If you are in doubt about the size of bracelet to choose, you can also print the ribbon and cut it to measure the circumference of your wrist!

Description

The Instantanée LIP by S&A is a 50 year old French movement from the mythical manufacture LIP in the heart of a new Semper & Adhuc watch. An hybrid watch combining past and present, the DNA of LIP and the DNA of Semper & Adhuc, heritage and perspectives. With the Instantanée LIP by S&A, Semper & Adhuc is getting closer and closer to manufacturing  the 100% French watch; since the movement, the dial, the hands, the bracelet and the case are designed and made right here in France. 

The movement

The Instantanée LIP by S&A is equipped with the french round hand wound caliber LIP R100. These 6’’’ mechanical movements where manufactured by LIP from 1958 to 1970. The R100 is the culmination of watchmaking miniaturization. An audacious scaling that does not compromise performance, and for good reason! This jewel of French watchmaking engineering was born after 10 years of development and no less than 100,000 hours of improvement. 

The watch case

The watchcase of the “instantanée” is round shaped and made in satin finish stainless steel 316L. It is built in two parts clipsed together : the middle watch case and the caseback. The caseback is engraved and openworked with an eyecup which lets partially oversee the wheelworks under the case. Its small sizing, contained in only 37mm, reminds that of the ancient watches, yet more sober and equally fitting women or men wrists. On the back of the watch, below the eyelet on the caseback that reveals the R100 movement, we find the famous logo of LIPthe eagle with two columns symbolizing Besançon, and adorned with two hands as a tribute to the city’s watchmaking tradition.

The watch crown

Our crown is engraved with the logo of the brand and has a partial notching on 240°. Its orientation, at the right or the left of the watch case depends entirely on the desire of the owner.

The dial

This model also marks the return of the double signature dial. Indeed, in the past, LIP had already had the opportunity to sign dials side by side with other prestigious brands. The gray, white and pink dial is inspired by a LIP chronograph launched in the 1970s. This unusual choice was a natural extension of the “LIP spirit”: the brand has always asserted its inimitable way of breaking watchmaking codes, constantly seeking true creative freedom. In addition to the double signature, on the bottom of the dial we find the words “Atelier français” dear to Semper & Adhuc. For this occasion, it has been given an additional “s”, echoing this watchmaking collaboration bridging two generations, and reminding us in passing that, since 2015, LIP has returned to origins by repatriating its workshops to Besançon. 

The hands

With their “Stick” shape, they bear a refinement and finesse that links us softly to the present time.

The watchband

For their manufacturing, the Semper & Adhuc workshop has chosen to work in partnership with a leather craftsman from Bordeaux, Mr. Vincent Jacquinot. All the leathers used are of french origin, specifically selected for our watches, so that we could offer a range of high quality, which traceability is controllable.

The luxury casket

The caskets are made of machined cork and decorated with golden heated cardboard. The watch is held in its secure position thanks to a smart japanese clip. You will also find with your time keeper its instruction manual, as well as the certificate of international guarantee. The necessary tool to change your bracelet will also be included.

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Product Details
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Data sheet

Movement
Mechanical hand-winding restored, Swiss origin 5 ½ '' '(hours, minutes). Power reserve 36 hours. 18000 alt / h 2.5 Hz and 21600 alt / h 3 Hz. Visible by case back eyecup.
Case
Oval shaped. Satin finish. 316 L stainless steel. Diameter 37 mm. Thickness 8 mm. Clipped background. Lug width: 18 mm Distance lug to lug: 44.5 mm
Glass
Sapphire crystal.
Waterproofing
3 ATM water resistance.
Crown
Crown orientation at the choice of the wearer.
Strap
Made entirely by hand by a leather craftsman from French leather; lining with vegetable tanning.
Buckle
316 L stainless steel Ardillon buckle, satin finish and engraved.
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