To celebrate 100 years of watch breaking, I mean watch making, Fortis have been smart for once to collaborate with Volkswagen Designs in the making of their Space Leader for Basel 2010. I must say this reminds of Porsche Design but cooler. It has a very futuristic asthetic, but still incorporates the pilot aspect on the dial with chronograph function. The watch is limited to 2,012 pieces for the world.
The watch has a very interesting feel and look to it. From the ergonomically constructed caoutchouc rubber bracelet for design and comfort purposes which starts at the six o'clock position and wraps around the right side of the case covering the beautifully high polished stainless steel case on one side, while the left side of the stainless steel case is exposed. I would never wear one or accept one as a gift, but I certainly can appreciate the ingenuity of the design aspect. If Fortis continues to make interesting shit like this, they may have a chance to stay in the game.
The Details:
The case, in stainless steel, measures 43mm. It has an AR-coated sapphire crystal and is water resistant to 100 meters.
Movement is the Swiss automatic ETA caliber Valjoux 7750 with 25 jewels.
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