Fortis

N-42 Legacy Edition

Reference Number :

F2040009

Series : Novonaut

Retail: $4,270

(As of: 03/2025)

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Quick TakeThe Novonaut N-42 Legacy Edition is not your average tool watch; it's a robust statement of capability. Sporting a hefty 42mm recycled steel case and a space-tested automatic movement (Werk 17, no less!), this chronograph screams purpose-built, ready-for-anything resilience. Yet, there’s a subtle refinement; the matte black dial, accented by the brilliant blue glow of Superluminova®X1 and those pops of orange, adds some unexpected flair. It is a watch that does not try to hide under a cuff, its 51mm lug-to-lug and 15mm thickness are a bold proclamation. The N-42 is practical, with its 200m water resistance and the easy-to-read, thanks to that anti-reflective sapphire crystal. It’s a precision instrument, a conversation starter. The hybrid strap, featuring an FKM rubber underside, is a comfortable addition.

DescriptionThe Fortis Novonaut N-42 Legacy Edition, reference F2040009, presents a robust and meticulously engineered timekeeping instrument. Its case, constructed from recycled stainless steel, measures 42mm in diameter and exhibits a lug-to-lug dimension of 51mm, contributing to a substantial yet balanced presence on the wrist. The watch head alone has a mass of 115 grams, demonstrating substantial material utilization for enhanced durability. A height measurement of 15mm reflects the incorporation of the automatic movement and chronograph mechanism. The case back is also composed of stainless steel, showcasing an ultra-engraving. Sealing the watch is achieved with a screw-down crown augmented by a triple gasket system, working together with performance FKM gaskets throughout the construction. These elements guarantee a water resistance rating of 200 meters (600 feet, 20 atmospheres), certifying its suitability for professional diving activities. A sapphire crystal, treated with anti-reflective coating on both inner and outer surfaces, protects the dial, maximizing legibility under varied lighting conditions. Quickset pushers allow for rapid adjustment of the chronograph functions.

The dial is finished in a matte black surface, providing a high-contrast backdrop for the applied Lumicast®X1 numerals. These numerals, along with the metallic hour and minute hands, feature Superluminova®X1, emitting a blue luminescence for optimal visibility in low-light environments. Berlac Fluor Orange is utilized for the sweep second hand, which also includes a Superluminova®X1 "Bull's Eye" indicator, and for the counter hands, enhancing distinct function differentiation. The timepiece incorporates the space-tested automatic manufacture Calibre Werk 17, a column-wheel chronograph movement. This movement provides both day and date complications, positioned unobtrusively within the dial architecture. The Werk 17 offers a power reserve of 60 hours when fully wound and has chronometer rated regulation for timekeeping accuracy. The hybrid strap is made of a robust textile fabric top layer, with FKM rubber on the underside. It secures to the wrist using a stainless-steel pin buckle, and the strap is attached to the case via a screw pin system.

GenderMen

SignaturesFortis

Country of OriginSwitzerland

Case Size42 mm

MovementAutomatic

CaliberWerk 17

FunctionsChronograph, Hours, Minutes, Seconds, Date, Day

Power Reserve60 Hours

Case MaterialsStainless Steel

Bezel MaterialsStainless Steel

Lug MaterialsStainless Steel

Case BackSolid