No Reserve
8089
Fortis
Ref. 599.10.170
Flieger Chronograph Alarm aerobatic “Russian Air Force”
A very rare stainless steel chronograph wristwatch with alarm and date, made for the aerobatic Russian Air Force
Estimate
HK$10,000 - 20,000•︎
€1,100 - 2,200
$1,300 - 2,600
Lot Details
Manufacturer
Fortis
Year
Circa 2000s
Reference No
599.10.170
Movement No
2655
Case No
1293
Model Name
Flieger Chronograph Alarm aerobatic “Russian Air Force”
Material
Stainless steel
Calibre
Automatic, cal. F2001, 32 jewels
Bracelet/Strap
Leather
Clasp/Buckle
Stainless steel Fortis pin buckle
Dimensions
40mm diameter
Signed
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
Specialist
Full-Cataloguing
Catalogue Essay
- Launched in 1997, this watch is the first-ever chronograph alarm timepiece, housing a unique movement. The F2001 caliber is notable for being the first to combine the functions of an automatic chronograph and a mechanical alarm, developed in collaboration with the renowned watchmaker Paul Gerber.
- Its dual barrels ensure that the movement and alarm operate independently, allowing the alarm function to engage without affecting timekeeping. The alarm sounds with a harmonious tone for approximately 25 seconds unless interrupted or silenced by the button at 8 o’clock.
- Manufactured during Fortis' peak, when it was the official supplier of chronographs to the Russian space program, the dial features the emblem of the Russian Knights (Русские Витязи), the aerobatic demonstration team of the Russian Air Force.
- Super rarely seen at international auctions, this timepiece presents a unique opportunity to acquire a fascinating watch with military provenance.
- Its dual barrels ensure that the movement and alarm operate independently, allowing the alarm function to engage without affecting timekeeping. The alarm sounds with a harmonious tone for approximately 25 seconds unless interrupted or silenced by the button at 8 o’clock.
- Manufactured during Fortis' peak, when it was the official supplier of chronographs to the Russian space program, the dial features the emblem of the Russian Knights (Русские Витязи), the aerobatic demonstration team of the Russian Air Force.
- Super rarely seen at international auctions, this timepiece presents a unique opportunity to acquire a fascinating watch with military provenance.
Condition Report