The Fortis Werk 17 Automatic Manufacture Calibre redefines reliability with its precision-engineered column wheel chronograph.

This extraordinary movement was space-tested in collaboration with the Swedish Space Corporation. Mounted on a gondola carried by a stratospheric balloon, the test batch launched from the Esrange Space Center, soaring into the Stratosphere for 1.5 hours under extreme cosmic conditions. Upon landing in Finland’s remote forests, the movements proved their resilience.

The journey didn’t stop there. In 2022, Werk 17 underwent successful trials during a high-stakes rocket campaign, solidifying its status as a pioneering calibre.

Discover the full story and exclusive footage on the Fortis YouTube channel.