How Fortis Reinvented The Flieger Watch: F-41, F-39, GMT & F-43 Review

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When it comes to the history of watches, few brands are as important as Fortis. Today I proudly share not one, but four watches for review that I’ve been waiting nearly two years to get my greedy horological mitts on.

Fortis has made history with their pilot watches, from supplying over a dozen elite military air force squadrons around the world, to ultimately being chosen by the Russian Federal Space Agency to equip their astronauts.

Today we’ll take a look at the Fortis F-39 (39mm), F-41 (41mm), F-43 Triple-GMT and F-43 Bicompax chronograph (both 43mm). These are some of the toughest watches you’ll find on the market. But they’re not just another collection of Fliegers—they’re Flieger watches for the 21st century and beyond.

What makes them so special? Why is this Swiss watchmaker that is over a hundred years old so underrated? And why do I adore them so much? Join me for an in-depth look at the hottest releases of 2020 and possibly 2021, and prepare to explore new horological worlds with Fortis.


SYNCHROLINE® Calibrating unity: Whenever pilots unite to a formation it is essentially important that all of them are precisely aligned. To do so we designed the SYNCHROLINE®. Within a +/-5 second range the pilot can now adjust to his teammates.
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ABOUT​

The Flieger is one of the most iconic models amongst all aviation watches. First created in 1987 the Flieger embodies one of the cornerstones within the brand’s collection. A functional pilot’s tool. Repeatedly rewarded. Constantly developed:

MADE FOR TRUE CHARACTERS

The Flieger is made for those with a clear and settled attitude towards life – those brave enough to skip a trend every now and then. For those searching for that one reliable companion. This tool is made for people who want to enjoy it for decades to come – regardless the fashion or status.

DESIGN

There is no function without design and vice versa. Following our vision, The Flieger combines the best quality materials, finest craftmanship and well considered details. This time we’ve created something that has always been around – only better than ever before.

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BRIXTRACK®
Readability within a split of a second. The Flieger features strong contrasts. Illuminated Brix that are applied on the circular brushed BRIXTRACK® increase the average readability-speed. Especially in lowlight conditions.

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Case diameter with bezel/39 mm
Water resistance/200 m / 600 ft / 20 atm
Body material/Brushed stainless steel
Bezel type/Bi-directional turning 12hr bezel with 24 clicks
Glass/Sapphire Crystal with anti-reflective coating on both sides
Case back/Stainless steel with Ultra-Engraving
Crown type/Screw-in security crown
Dial color/Black Opalin
Dial pattern/Finely grained base structure
Other features/Brixtrack®, Superluminova® X1 with green afterglow, Synchroline®
MOVEMENT/UW-30/Automatic self-winding movement with bi-directionally rotating special rotor
Complications/Date
Winding/Self-winding
Power reserve/38h

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