Lip Général De Gaulle quartz silver dial steel bracelet 31 mm

An emblematic watch linked to the history of the LIP maison

The Général de Gaulle collection holds a special place in the history of French watchmaking. In the 1950s, the Besançon manufacture LIP maintained privileged relationships with major institutions and political figures. A watch from the maison was then presented to General Charles de Gaulle, who wore it regularly. This timepiece quickly became emblematic and helped establish LIP within the history of French watchmaking.

Over the decades, this model has gained a distinctive status, sometimes nicknamed “the Presidents’ watch”, worn or offered to several heads of state for its precision and exemplary legibility. The current collection perpetuates this heritage by reviving the aesthetic codes of the historic model while adapting them to contemporary expectations.

A classic aesthetic inspired by watches of the 1950s

The LIP Général de Gaulle 31 mm reflects the discreet elegance of mid-20th century dress watches. Its 31 mm polished stainless steel round case offers a refined and compact size, faithful to the proportions of classic watches of the era.

Its silver sunburst dial subtly captures the light and highlights slender baton indexes as well as rose-gold-tone hands, adding a warm and elegant touch to the overall design. The display remains deliberately uncluttered to prioritize legibility, with a three-hand configuration complemented by a date window at 3 o’clock.

The dial is protected by a flat mineral crystal, while the polished and brushed stainless steel bracelet, fitted with a secure folding clasp, ensures comfort and elegance in everyday wear.

A reliable and precise quartz movement

At the heart of this watch lies a Miyota GL12 quartz movement, renowned for its robustness and precision. This calibre provides an accuracy of approximately ±20 seconds per month and drives the hours, minutes, seconds and date display.

It also features a hacking seconds function, allowing precise time setting. This technical choice perfectly reflects the spirit of the model: a reliable, legible and practical watch designed for everyday use.

A French watch assembled in Besançon

Like all contemporary creations from the brand, this LIP is assembled in France in Besançon, a city historically linked to French watchmaking. Its 316L stainless steel case, screw-down caseback and water resistance up to 100 meters give it robustness and versatility for daily wear.

Discreet, elegant and rich in history, the LIP Général de Gaulle 31 mm is designed for those seeking a classic watch with timeless style, as well as a timepiece carrying a genuine French watchmaking heritage.