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Written by Watchalyzer on January 14, 2011 in Fortis Aviation, Fortis Watches - 8 Comments

The Fortis in the air – The Flieger Automatic Chronograph

 

 

Two times awarded Fortis automatic Flieger Chronograph watch represents longevity, sustainability and economic compatibility in super-quality Swiss pack.

 

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Although Fortis didn’t start its production as an aeronautical watchmaker, after many successful experiments in almost all fields, aeronautical timepieces and watches for aviation had become their focus, after the introduction of their Flieger collection in 1987.

It turns out as one of the most brilliant move for the Swiss company, which along with the most prestigious awards, has become the exclusive supplier for manned Russian’s space missions and worldwide military air operations.

After 20 years, The Flieger Chronograph Automatic wristwatch is still among the top sellers on the worldwide markets.

The 2004 European Aviation Watch of the Year

 

The aviation industry rapidly discovered the uniqueness of its concept and design, and the most significant model from the Fortis Flieger Classic collection was pronounced as the 2004 European Aviation Watch of the Year.

The Flieger Chronograph Automatic features the 40 mm case, covered on both side with anti-reflective sapphire crystal.

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Solid built stainless steel case (slightly smaller than the B-42 range under Fortis) and ‘screwed in’ crown guarantees 100 meter of water-resistants. Watch comes either with the stainless steel bracelet with flip-lock clasp or with the leather strap.

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The 2009 watch of the year

The automatic ETA Valjoux Caliber 7750 movement contains 25 jewels, that vibrate at 28,800 times per hour, and Incablock shock absorber.

Highly reliable movement equips great functionality – the chronograph, hour, minute, permanent small second and Tachymeter centre-stop-second. 30 minute counter is at 12 o’clock, 12 hour counter takes a 6 o’clock position; Day/Date indication is at 3 o’clock.

Black dial with luminous hands, hour markers and Arabic numerals makes this chronograph highly readable, even in extreme conditions. The stop-second-hand and the chrono function hands are orange.

For its classic design and lasting appeal, Fortis Flieger Chronograph was also awarded with the „Busse Longlife Designe Award“, as the 2009 watch of the year, which approves its suitability for both – civilian and army use.

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597.11.11

Ref. No. 597.11.11

fortis-flieger-automatic-chronograph-watch2-597.11.11
GenderMan
ShapeRound
Case MaterialStainless steel
Case Diameter40 mm
Case Thickness
CrystalSapphire
Bracelet/StrapBrown leather strap
DialBlack
MovementAutomatic Swiss Movement Valjoux 7750
Shock-ProofingNo
BezelFixed
CalendarYes
ChronographYes
Moon Phase IndicatorNo
Dual Time/World TimeNo
AlarmNo
DisplayAnalog
Water-Resistance100 meters (330 feet)
Altimeter-Depth MeterNo
Power Reserve
AssemblySwiss
Style
PriceMedium level luxury
597.10.11

Ref. No. 597.10.11

fortis-flieger-automatic-chronograph-watch3-597.10.11
GenderMan
ShapeRound
Case MaterialStainless steel
Case Diameter40 mm
Case Thickness
CrystalSapphire
Bracelet/StrapBlack leather strap
DialBlack
MovementAutomatic Swiss Movement Valjoux 7750
Shock-ProofingNo
BezelFixed
CalendarYes
ChronographYes
Moon Phase IndicatorNo
Dual Time/World TimeNo
AlarmNo
DisplayAnalog
Water-Resistance100 meters (330 feet)
Altimeter-Depth MeterNo
Power Reserve
AssemblySwiss
Style
PriceMedium level luxury
597.11.111

Ref. No. 597.11.111

fortis-flieger-automatic-chronograph-watch1
GenderMan
ShapeRound
Case MaterialStainless steel
Case Diameter40 mm
Case Thickness
CrystalSapphire
Bracelet/StrapStainless steel
DialBlack
MovementAutomatic Swiss Movement Valjoux 7750
Shock-ProofingNo
BezelFixed
CalendarYes
ChronographYes
Moon Phase IndicatorNo
Dual Time/World TimeNo
AlarmNo
DisplayAnalog
Water-Resistance100 meters (330 feet)
Altimeter-Depth MeterNo
Power Reserve
AssemblySwiss
Style
PriceMedium level luxury
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Written by Watchalyzer on January 14, 2011 in Fortis Aviation, Fortis Watches - 8 Comments

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  1. Cris October 5, 2011

    Model with light brown leather strap looks very fine. I bought it yesterday and I can tell you that everybody ask me where did I find this watch……of course I tell everyone that I saw him on watchalyzer.com….and I’m really happy for that….thank you for your presentation of this watch…

  2. Wallace Garrett April 10, 2012

    When you compare two models of this watch, you`ll see that the model with a leather strap looks much better than the model with a steel bracelet. I`m a fan of watches with leather straps and this Fortis is very nice and it fits with my character and my stuff. The model with a brown leather is the best!

  3. Jimmie Nguyen April 10, 2012

    You have the point, Wallace, the model with a leather strap looks better than the model with steel, but I don`t agree with you in one thing – the brown leather strap model isn`t the best in the collection. My favorite is the model number 597.10.11, with black leather.

  4. Virgil Mendoza April 10, 2012

    I don`t agree with you two guys. A stainless steel bracelet has always beena symbol for an elegant and prestige gentleman. It`s still like that. I didn`t say that models with leather straps aren’t nice, they are, but my choice will definitely be the model with a steel bracelet.

  5. Jorge Mann June 11, 2012

    The model 597.11.11 looks very interesting and pretty decent. I like the movement on this watch. The caliber Valjoux 7750 is a very quality mechanism which is has been used for many years in Fortis company. That’s another great reason why any man should buy this nice watch. This is definitely one of the best watches from the Aviation collection.

  6. Leo Warner June 11, 2012

    This is one of the first Fortis watches on this site. I remember the moment when I visited this site for the first time. I saw this watch and I said to myself: “Leo, you must have this watch. Buy it now!Unfortunately, I didn’t have the money and I didn’t buy the watch, but I have it now and I ordered the model with a steel case and a black leather strap. I have finally fulfilled my dreams.

  7. Alvin Page June 11, 2012

    Congratulations on your choice, Leo. This is a lovely watch with many fine features. I had a Fortis watch 6 years ago. Those watches are very good and they have very quality mechanisms. This watch also has a very nice price.

  8. jorge vidal November 2, 2012

    Caros senhores

    Tenho um Fortis Flieger Automatic Chronograph e estou a necessitar de uma correia em castanho como a da foto acima,em -20- MM de largura.Queria saber preço e se enviam a cobrança para Portugal.
    Cumprimentos
    Jorge Vidal

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