FORTIS belongs to the traditional Swiss watch brands which is active since its foundation in 1912 in Grenchen, Switzerland, without interruption. As the world's first manufacturer of automatic wristwatches in 1926, FORTIS went down in watch history by producing the first Automatic watch, the legendary Harwood, in a series production.
They continued their history with the creation of the world's first automatic alarm and they have the distinction of being the world's first chronograph in open space.
FORTIS has been a leader, both on land and in space.
In Latin, the word "fortis" refers to strength — an appropriate name for a watch collection that has faced some of the most rigorous testing in the world. For more than 95 years, FORTIS has been known for its production of well-made Swiss timepieces. Today's FORTIS automatic watches feature sporty designs, are constructed with robust materials, and functionality is given the highest priority.
Fortis has a history of being ahead of the times and that’s why their watches will keep you ahead on all of your travels whether they be on the road, in the sky, or galactic.