Lip Rallye Chrono "Autodrome" mecaquartz black dial leather strap 40 mm

The Rallye spirit, a tribute to motorsport

With the Rallye collection, the French maison LIP celebrates its long-standing fascination with the world of motor racing. Fred Lip, a major figure in French watchmaking, had a true passion for precision mechanics and racing machines—an universe that deeply inspired this sporty line. The Rallye collection follows this tradition, combining a spirit of competition, watchmaking precision and an aesthetic directly inspired by the dashboard instruments of racing cars.

A vintage racing-style chronograph

This reference stands out with its 40 mm polished stainless steel round case, offering balanced proportions and a distinctly sporty appearance. Its black dial with dual matte and sunburst finishing enhances the visual depth of the model, while the gold-tone markings, chronograph subdials and tachymeter scale evoke the dashboards of racing cars from the 1960s and 1970s.
The “Autodrome” signature highlights this automotive heritage, while the domed sapphire crystal with anti-reflective coating protects the watch and adds a subtle neo-vintage touch. The ensemble is completed by a perforated brown leather strap, a nod to the gloves and upholstery of classic racing cars.

A precise and dynamic meca-quartz movement

At the heart of the watch beats a Seiko VK64 meca-quartz calibre, a hybrid movement combining the precision of quartz with the mechanical feel of a traditional chronograph. This system allows for crisp pusher activation and an instant reset, while maintaining excellent reliability for everyday use.
The Rallye 671826 displays hours and minutes, a chronograph capable of measuring time to 1/5 of a second up to 60 minutes, as well as a 24-hour counter. This technical choice provides a sporty chronograph that is precise, robust and enjoyable to operate.

A French watch assembled in Besançon

True to the brand’s DNA, this Rallye is assembled in France in Besançon, the historic cradle of French watchmaking and a city closely linked to the history of LIP. Its screw-down caseback, push-pull crown and water resistance to 50 metres make it a chronograph perfectly suited for everyday wear.
With its assertive retro-racing style, robust construction and high-performing hybrid movement, this LIP Rallye will appeal both to watch enthusiasts and to automobile lovers looking for a French timepiece with strong character.