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Lip Himalaya Squelette
A fine piece of French watchmaking history, to choose for its design more than its spec sheet.
The verdict on 5 criteria3.0 / 5
Score weighted for a dress watch
Movement
Crystal
Water resistance
Finish
Fair price
Where to pay lessChecked 12 November 2026
Only one retailer checked so far. More are on the way.
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Who it is for
Anyone looking for a French dress watch with a story to tell.
Who it is not for
Anyone looking for the best equipment for their budget.
The real flaw
A high price for a mass-produced Japanese movement.
Investigation
What you need to know
Lip’s historic model in an open-dial version that shows the movement.
- Historic design, visible mechanics
- Reliable Miyota movement
- More than €400 for a mass-produced Japanese movement
Desk research, without handling the watch.
- Reference
- 671557
- Movement
- Miyota 8N24 automatic
- Diameter
- 40 mm
- Made in
- Besançon, France
Questions
The short answers
Is the Lip Himalaya Squelette a good watch?
A fine piece of French watchmaking history, to choose for its design more than its spec sheet. It scores 3.0 out of 5, weighted for a dress watch.
Which movement powers the Lip Himalaya Squelette?
The Miyota 8N24 automatic calibre, a skeletonised Japanese movement visible through the dial.
What size is the Lip Himalaya Squelette?
Its case measures 40 mm in diameter.
Where can you buy the Lip Himalaya Squelette at the best price?
At our check on 12 November 2026, the lowest price was €429 at Tempus.