DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42, Nahaufnahme des Zifferblatts mit Zeigern und Indizes | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42, close-up of the dial, hands and hour markers

Novonaut

World's First and ONly Space-Tested Movement
Manufacture Calibre with up to 70h Power Reserve
Ceramic Sirius Bezel with Superluminova®X1
Lumicast®X1 Numerals or Dials
NOVONAUT

a new chapter in space exploration.

AFTER THREE DECADES OF SETTING THE GOLD STANDARD IN SPACE WITH THE ICONIC B-42 OFFICIAL COSMONAUTS, FORTIS PRESENTS THE NOVONAUT. THIS IS NOT JUST A WATCH; IT IS AN ODYSSEY.
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DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy, Produktaufnahme mit Gehäuse und Armband | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy, product view showing the case and strap
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Like Stars in the Dark
Lumicast®X1 numerals round out this powerhouse, keeping you on course no matter where you are.
The first ever space-tested calibre
Fueled by the space-approved Fortis Werk 17, packing a 60-hour power arsenal, this column-wheel chronograph is a relentless machine.
The sirius bezel.
Made of ceramic, it‘s not just sleek – it‘s virtually unbreakable. SuperlumiNova® X1 adds unmatched brightness, making it the ideal companion for any challenge, day or night.
The sirius bezel.
Made of ceramic, it‘s not just sleek – it‘s virtually unbreakable. SuperlumiNova® X1 adds unmatched brightness, making it the ideal companion for any challenge, day or night.
Like Stars in the Dark
Lumicast®X1 numerals round out this powerhouse, keeping you on course no matter where you are.
The first ever space-tested calibre
Fueled by the space-approved Fortis Werk 17, packing a 60-hour power arsenal, this column-wheel chronograph is a relentless machine.
The first ever space-tested calibre
Fueled by the space-approved Fortis Werk 17, packing a 60-hour power arsenal, this column-wheel chronograph is a relentless machine.
Like Stars in the Dark
Lumicast®X1 numerals round out this powerhouse, keeping you on course no matter where you are.
The sirius bezel.
Made of ceramic, it‘s not just sleek – it‘s virtually unbreakable. SuperlumiNova® X1 adds unmatched brightness, making it the ideal companion for any challenge, day or night.
1994 · Official Cosmonauts

Timekeeper of the final Frontier

During the preparatory work for docking of Atlantis to the MIR in September, the Official Cosmonauts Chronograph performed their first mission in open space.
DE: FORTIS Official Cosmonauts Chronograph am Handgelenk über einem Raumanzug | EN: FORTIS Official Cosmonauts Chronograph worn over the wrist of a spacesuit
2003 · B-42 Official Cosmonauts

A new Era in Space

The B-42 Official Cosmonauts Chronograph is launched – not only to the watch markets but also into space. 
DE: FORTIS Uhr vor einem Raumstationsfenster mit Blick auf die Erde | EN: FORTIS watch in front of a space station window overlooking Earth
The next giant leap: Mars

Our very first steps

Imagine a world beyond all imagination. A future. Science so complex and breathtaking. Unachievable. Far far away. And now imagine it comes closer. Closer with each research. Each mystery analysed and solved. Step by step.
DE: Zwei Personen in Raumanzügen in einer Wüstenlandschaft, FORTIS AMADEE Missionsmotiv | EN: Two people in spacesuits in a desert landscape, FORTIS AMADEE mission image
2023 · A new era

The legacy continues

After more than 30 years in space it is time to it is now time to reveal a new chapter with the Novonaut
Novonaut
DE: FORTIS Werk 17 TR, Detailaufnahme des Chronographenwerks mit Rotor und Zahnrädern | EN: FORTIS Werk 17 TR, close-up of the chronograph movement with rotor and gears
DE: FORTIS Uhren auf einer Testplattform über der Erde bei einem Stratosphärenflug | EN: FORTIS watches on a test platform above Earth during a stratospheric flight
DE: Raketenstart über einer bewaldeten Landschaft, FORTIS Raumfahrtmotiv | EN: Rocket launch above a forested landscape, FORTIS spaceflight image

Up to 70 hours Power Reserve

The Fortis Werk 17 Automatic Manufacture Calibre features a column wheel chronograph for enhanced reliability. 60 Hours of Power Reserve and regulated to chronometer standards by the Fortis Watchmakers in Grenchen according to the Fortis Performance Requirements.
With the 2026 Upgrade to Werk 17 TR the Power Reserve increases to 70 Hours. With the upgrade we also add the variable inertia regulation system.

Werk 17: Going beyond

Werk 17 was tested in collaboration with the Swedish Space Corporation. The test consisted of a number of movements fixed on a gondola driven by a stratospheric balloon.

Tested by the swedish space corporation.

After the successful stratospheric balloon test Fortis and SSC have taken watch-movement-testing to the next level.

DE: FORTIS Werk 17 TR, Detailaufnahme des Chronographenwerks mit Rotor und Zahnrädern | EN: FORTIS Werk 17 TR, close-up of the chronograph movement with rotor and gears

Up to 70 hours Power Reserve

The Fortis Werk 17 Automatic Manufacture Calibre features a column wheel chronograph for enhanced reliability. 60 Hours of Power Reserve and regulated to chronometer standards by the Fortis Watchmakers in Grenchen according to the Fortis Performance Requirements.
With the 2026 Upgrade to Werk 17 TR the Power Reserve increases to 70 Hours. With the upgrade we also add the variable inertia regulation system.
DE: FORTIS Uhren auf einer Testplattform über der Erde bei einem Stratosphärenflug | EN: FORTIS watches on a test platform above Earth during a stratospheric flight

Werk 17: Going beyond

Werk 17 was tested in collaboration with the Swedish Space Corporation. The test consisted of a number of movements fixed on a gondola driven by a stratospheric balloon.
DE: Raketenstart über einer bewaldeten Landschaft, FORTIS Raumfahrtmotiv | EN: Rocket launch above a forested landscape, FORTIS spaceflight image

Tested by the swedish space corporation.

After the successful stratospheric balloon test Fortis and SSC have taken watch-movement-testing to the next level.

Novonaut N-42

Legacy Edition on block bracelet
Calibre
Space-Tested Automatic Manufacture Calibre Werk 17
Dial
Matte black dial with applied Lumicast®X1 numerals
Diameter
42 mm
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy, Produktaufnahme mit Gehäuse und Armband | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy, product view showing the case and strap
Colorway
Legacy
Strap
Block Bracelet
Configure and buy
DE: Rundes Saphirglas für FORTIS Uhren, freigestellte Detailaufnahme | EN: Round sapphire crystal for FORTIS watches, isolated detail view
Sapphire crystal with the best of the best anti-reflective coating on both sides.
DE: FORTIS Krone mit eingeprägter Markenkrone, Nahaufnahme | EN: FORTIS crown with embossed brand crown, close-up
Triple-Gasket crown system with especially developed fkm gaskets.
DE: FORTIS Schraubstifte zur Armbandbefestigung, Detailaufnahme | EN: FORTIS screw pins for strap attachment, close-up
The Fortis Screw Pin System allows for a "one fits all" concept.
DE: FORTIS Slide Clasp mit Markenkrone, Nahaufnahme der gebürsteten Metallschliesse | EN: FORTIS Slide Clasp with brand crown, close-up of the brushed metal clasp
All Block Bracelets come with the Slide Clasp incl. quick fine adjustment option.
DE: FORTIS Flieger Chronograph mit schwarzem Zifferblatt und Metallarmband | EN: FORTIS Flieger chronograph with black dial and metal bracelet
We give you a 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty without any logins.
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy mit Block Bracelet, Frontansicht bei Tageslicht | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy with Block Bracelet, front view in daylight
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy mit Block Bracelet, Frontansicht im Dunkeln mit leuchtenden Zeigern und Indizes | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy with Block Bracelet, front view in the dark with luminous hands and hour markers

from 9 to 5

from 9 to 5

During the day the Novonaut is a precise and reliable companion.

From 5 to 9

But at night Novonaut becomes a true eyecatcher
DE: FORTIS Markenbotschafter Florian, Schwarz-Weiss-Porträt mit verschränkten Armen | EN: FORTIS ambassador Florian, black-and-white portrait with folded arms

“I am constantly traveling and the Novonaut is the perfect companion & complement to my love for technical excellence”

Florian Lorenz | Cinematographer

All Novonaut watches

Sold out online - only available at selected Partners
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Titanium Legacy mit Block Bracelet, Frontansicht bei Tageslicht | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Titanium Legacy with Block Bracelet, front view in daylight
Novonaut N-42
Titanium Legacy on block bracelet
5,150.00 CHF
2025-03-13
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy, Produktaufnahme mit Gehäuse und Armband | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Legacy, product view showing the case and strap
Novonaut N-42
Legacy Edition on block bracelet
4,700.00 CHF
2023-10-13
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Cobalt Blue, Produktaufnahme mit Gehäuse und Armband | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Cobalt Blue, product view showing the case and strap
Novonaut N-42
Cobalt Blue on block bracelet
4,900.00 CHF
2023-10-13
Sold out online - only available at selected Partners
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Amadee-24, Produktaufnahme mit Gehäuse und Armband | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Amadee-24, product view showing the case and strap
Novonaut N-42
AMADEE-24 on Block Bracelet
5,500.00 CHF
2024-05-13
Just Released
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Halo Black, Frontansicht bei Tageslicht | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Halo Black, front view in daylight
Novonaut N-42 TR
Halo Black on Hybrid Strap
5,450.00 CHF
2026-10-13
Just Released
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Halo Blue, Frontansicht bei Tageslicht | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Halo Blue, front view in daylight
Novonaut N-42 TR
Halo Blue on Hybrid Strap
5,450.00 CHF
2026-10-13
Just Released
DE: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Halo Green, Frontansicht bei Tageslicht | EN: FORTIS Novonaut N-42 Halo Green, front view in daylight
Novonaut N-42 TR
Halo Green on Hybrid Strap
5,450.00 CHF
2026-10-13