Trouble-Free Modern Mechanical Movement
Vintage watches are in. And nobody does vintage better than Fortis. Fortis practically invented the aviator timepiece, and pilots and astronauts still depend on these superbly crafted timing tools today.
Early aviator watches were characterized by a large uncluttered dial, so pilots could easily keep track of the time while monitoring critical cockpit instruments. The first generations of these watches were often fitted with World War I cuff style straps, which initially became popular when smaller pocket watches were adapted to wear on the wrist. Later, NATO nylon straps were found to be more practical, but both styles are still popular today.
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Fortis 595.11.14 L.01 Flieger Cockpit |
Fortis 595.11.16 L.01 Flieger Cockpit |
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Fortis not only provides a option of military style straps with Cockpit timepieces, there are also three exciting color combinations available. Each of these 40 mm stainless steel aviator watches features a two-color dial that divides a 12-hour day into two clearly differentiated six-hour segments.
The unique luminous three-hand configuration highlights the all-important minute scale, while placing the hours in a smaller circle at the center of the dial. The large, two color minute scale makes events easy to time even under adverse lighting conditions. There is also an easy-to-read date window at 3 o’clock, adjacent to a large knurled stainless steel setting crown with the Fortis logo.
| Fortis 595.11.13 N.01 Flieger Cockpit |
Fortis 595.11.14 N.01 Flieger Cockpit |
Fortis 595.11.16 N.11 Flieger Cockpit |
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All Fortis Cockpit watches are powered by a premium Swiss made ETA 2824-2 automatic mechanical movement, designed to last a lifetime with proper care. An anti-reflective, scratch resistant sapphire crystal protects the beautiful dial, and the rugged stainless steel case is water resistant to an impressive 660 feet. The Cockpit Collection is available with an Olive and black, Yellow and black, or Orange and black dial, and can be fitted with your choice of a wide premium leather cuff style strap, or an authentic nylon NATO strap.
If the no-nonsense look of a military inspired vintage watch appeals to you, maybe it’s time to see how a Fortis Flieger Cockpit looks like on your wrist. The Cockpit gives you the best of both worlds: an authentic vintage vibe powered by a modern Swiss-made mechanical movement. To acquire one of these superlative timepieces while they’re still available, contact an authorized Fortis dealer immediately and ask to see the Flieger Cockpit Collection.
Gevril Group US, Canada and Caribbean Fortis Watches Agent
Gevril Group is the sole US, Canada and Caribbean agent for Fortis Watches and the authorized Fortis watch repair service center. Contact us by email or by calling 845-425-9882.
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