Fortis Watch Terrestis 19FORTIS A.M Watch Review
Wednesday - 22 July 2015
Fortis become engulfed in the elegance, luxury and glamour of the forties era translating their inspiration into a new watch release.
With a nostalgic look back to the decade, the Fortis Watch Terrestis 19FORTIS A.M balances understated style with a contemporary grandeur poetically. The infusion of eras is noted in the harmony of the delicate grey Arabic numbering embracing the seconds with the beautiful raised rose gold roman numerals taking responsibility for the hours. The exquisite rose gold fine hour and minute hand sweep the pleated texture of the silver-opaline dial, which echoes a sharp, pressed tuxedo shirt; the perfect companion for a modern gent who appreciates the golden era. The needle second hand demands presence with the contrasting navy hue cementing a sense of masculinity to a timepiece that is the epitome of elegance.
A contemporary gentleman who finds pleasure in the beauty of the forties yet enjoys the advancements of present day will have a great appreciation for the technological advancement of the 19Fortis. The masterpiece houses a modern automatic Swiss movement-ETA 2892-A2, which ensures precision and accuracy. The sophisticated aesthetic is enhanced by the glass case back and stream-lined 40 mm stainless steel case that frames the stunning dial.
The influence that is noted to in the playful title where the 1940’s becomes the 19Fortis ensures that the timepiece is a vision of beauty in every aspect and feature. The masterpiece is available in two versions the a.m edition and the p.m model. The later embraces a darker side of the era with a black dial and leather strap allowing for the rose gold hue to contrast dramatically.
Find both versions of the 19Fortis at Jura Watches.
