Novonaut

World's First and ONly Space-Tested Movement
Manufacture Calibre with 60h Power Reserve
Ceramic Sirius Bezel with Superluminova®X1
Lumicast®X1 Numerals
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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Novonaut Legacy-BB / Front
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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 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.
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.
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. 
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.
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
Werk 17_2

60 hours Power Reserve

The Fortis Werk 17 Automatic Manufacture Calibre features a column wheel chronograph for enhanced reliability. Regulated to chronometer standards by the Fortis Watchmakers in Grenchen according to the Fortis Performance Requirements.

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.

Werk 17_2

60 hours Power Reserve

The Fortis Werk 17 Automatic Manufacture Calibre features a column wheel chronograph for enhanced reliability. Regulated to chronometer standards by the Fortis Watchmakers in Grenchen according to the Fortis Performance Requirements.

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.

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
Novonaut Legacy-BB / Front
Colorway
Legacy
Strap
Block Bracelet
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Sapphire crystal with the best of the best anti-reflective coating on both sides.
Triple-Gasket crown system with especially developed fkm gaskets.
The Fortis Screw Pin System allows for a "one fits all" concept.
All Block Bracelets come with the Slide Clasp incl. quick fine adjustment option.
We give you a 5-Year Manufacturer Warranty without any logins.

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

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

Florian Lorenz | Cinematographer

All Novonaut watches

Novonaut Legacy-BB / Front
Novonaut N-42
Legacy Edition on block bracelet
4,450.00 CHF
2024-10-13
Novonaut Legacy-HS / Front
Novonaut N-42
Legacy Edition on Hybrid Strap
4,200.00 CHF
2024-10-13
Novonaut Cobalt Blue-BB / Front
Novonaut N-42
Cobalt Blue on block bracelet
4,650.00 CHF
2024-10-13
Novonaut Cobalt Blue-HS / Front
Novonaut N-42
Cobalt Blue on Hybrid Strap
4,350.00 CHF
2024-10-13