New Fortis V-40 Vagabond GMT

AtomicTom · Post by **AtomicTom** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 12:48 pm

Guys, have you by chance seen this new Fortis V-40 Vagabond GMT?

The watches have 40mm grade 5 titanium cases, Stormy Gray,
Blue Dusk, and Urban Shadow dials, calibre Fortis Werke 13
automatic done with Kenissi, titanium block-bracelet and more.

https://monochrome-watches.com/fortis-v ... ecs-price/

Post by **snootydog** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 1:27 pm

Love that blue one Tom, very nice but I'm not sure it's £6800 or just under $9000 nice.

Ruggs · Post by **Ruggs** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 1:57 pm

Beautiful watch and I love Ti but a 6800 fortis is kinda :/

Chocodove · Post by **Chocodove** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 2:29 pm

Looks good but they are out of their mind with that pricing.

HapaHapa · Post by **HapaHapa** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 3:46 pm

Very nice but I haven't won the lottery yet.

Post by **CGSshorty** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 4:00 pm

This is why WatchBuys stopped selling Fortis. Their pricing strategy is not realistic.

DocHollidayDDS · Post by **DocHollidayDDS** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 4:00 pm

LMAO…there’s not a Fortis made that I’d pay nearly 7 grand for, and this one is no different.

Someone at the company was absolutely high when they set that price.

gr8sw · Post by **gr8sw** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 6:32 pm

I like the watch, price is silly 🤪

hoppyjr · Post by **hoppyjr** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 7:18 pm

I love the grey one, but even at 40% off it’s a non starter.

Wario406 · Post by **Wario406** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 8:04 pm

Uh - no. Not for that money.

flyskate · Post by **flyskate** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 8:33 pm

I'm sorry guys, these prices are just going nuts! There's no way to justify this cost, I really think they are pricing out the enthusiasts.

HapaHapa · Post by **HapaHapa** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 8:42 pm

Price on this is so unfortunate. The sandwich dial is a knockout. I really like the wraparound number style on both the 1/3/5/7... ring and the 24 hours. I'm less fond of the chiclets bracelet though.

DocHollidayDDS · Post by **DocHollidayDDS** » Mon Oct 14, 2024 9:30 pm

I’m still in shock at the absurd price of this watch.

Just by way of comparison, for roughly the same money one could pick up a Tudor Black Bay GMT and a Longines Spirit Zulu Time GMT.

Post by **logan2z** » Tue Oct 15, 2024 1:18 am

As others have said, the pricing is absurd. It seems I'm in the minority, but I don't think it's a particularly good looking watch either.

$9K? For that money I'm looking at a Glashütte Original SeaQ, a Jaeger LeCoultre Reverso, an
IWC Portugieser Chronograph, an Omega Seamaster 300 or Speedmaster Professional, etc several of which can be had for much less than this Fortis. Absolutely crazy.

hobbit712 · Post by **hobbit712** » Tue Oct 15, 2024 5:10 am

I really can say nothing really appeals to me about the watch. Then you add the price and it's a no go.

AtomicTom · Post by **AtomicTom** » Tue Oct 15, 2024 8:52 am

My apologies guys, I actually didn't even look at the price.

I saw the news of the watch, and
then thought it was really cool, but yes, that price is crazy for sure no doubt. ..Honestly, don't get
it, but it's at least fun letting our voices be heard.

And also, when we see a watch like this it allows for inspiration if someone like the style to go,
and find an affordable model from some other brand too.

Honestly, was just fun to see, and it's always great to hear what everyone has to say. So thanks
an absolute ton to everyone !!!

Post by **snootydog** » Wed Oct 16, 2024 12:27 pm

No worries Tom, it was well worth looking at and the shock price factor was an unexpected bonus

AranaWhite · Post by **AranaWhite** » Wed Oct 16, 2024 12:45 pm

AtomicTom wrote: ↑
Tue Oct 15, 2024 8:52 am
My apologies guys, I actually didn't even look at the price. I saw the news of the watch, and
then thought it was really cool, but yes, that price is crazy for sure no doubt. ..Honestly, don't get
it, but it's at least fun letting our voices be heard.

And also, when we see a watch like this it allows for inspiration if someone like the style to go,
and find an affordable model from some other brand too.

Honestly, was just fun to see, and it's always great to hear what everyone has to say. So thanks
an absolute ton to everyone !!!

I'm glad you posted this, it popped in an add but I was moving fast and forgot to check it out. I like the watch, I rather prefer James and Andrews options though.
Thanks Tom!

AtomicTom · Post by **AtomicTom** » Thu Oct 17, 2024 9:34 am

snootydog wrote: ↑
Wed Oct 16, 2024 12:27 pm
No worries Tom, it was well worth looking at and the shock price factor was an unexpected bonus

AranaWhite wrote: ↑
Wed Oct 16, 2024 12:45 pm

AtomicTom wrote: ↑
Tue Oct 15, 2024 8:52 am
My apologies guys, I actually didn't even look at the price. I saw the news of the watch, and
then thought it was really cool, but yes, that price is crazy for sure no doubt. ..Honestly, don't get
it, but it's at least fun letting our voices be heard.

And also, when we see a watch like this it allows for inspiration if someone like the style to go,
and find an affordable model from some other brand too.

Honestly, was just fun to see, and it's always great to hear what everyone has to say. So thanks
an absolute ton to everyone !!!

I'm glad you posted this, it popped in an add but I was moving fast and forgot to check it out. I like the watch, I rather prefer James and Andrews options though.
Thanks Tom!

I'm glad you enjoyed it so much Andy, and Cameron, thanks so much for giving your two cents !!!

I am with you Cameron, James, and Andrew's suggestions are actually out of this world !

Dogdoc97 · Post by **Dogdoc97** » Sat Jan 04, 2025 7:11 pm

Hi folks, new here, I've been looking at the Fortis Vagabond and a discussion on another site was saying same,too expensive...however several folks stating over $9K USD?
THE retail is $6100... I did speak to one of only 3 usa retailers and he stated if it was not titanium or sans the 18k gold GMT RING probably be a $4500 watch.iI have a few old models from Fortis,the you tube interview with the new owner is interesting to view. Thnx dogdoc97

spring-diver · Post by **spring-diver** » Sun Jan 05, 2025 2:14 pm

Love the design, not the price!

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Wario406 · Post by **Wario406** » Sun Jan 05, 2025 2:33 pm

I’m bummed that the prices of new watches continue to go up, and second hand prices continue to fall. I don’t see Fortis as a “brand leader” and anticipate lackluster sales of this model.

watchingyou · Post by **watchingyou** » Mon Jan 06, 2025 5:25 am

I actually had a hands on with this model at the Wind-Up watch fair this past October. The fit and finish was really nice, but as others have said, for $9,000, I'm out.

AtomicTom · Post by **AtomicTom** » Mon Jan 06, 2025 11:19 am

Was thinking about this guys, maybe they added one too many zeros.

Although these watches are a lot of fun to see, the prices actually
cause everyone to look in other directions right?

It could be in a microbrsnd direction, or inexpensive homage direction,
or even towards other well known watch brands if they want to spend
this much money. ..It’s all pretty interesting, and although I love just
seeing these new watches, I don’t get the pricing.

Have to thank everyone again for joining in and giving their thoughts !!!

BramleyGreg · Post by **BramleyGreg** » Tue Jan 07, 2025 4:53 am

You can buy a lovely pre worn Rolex for this price.

Ridiculous.

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