Vintage 70s Fortis Sublime HiFi-Matic Automatic 25J Blue TV Dial 31mm Watch

About this watch

An all-original 1970s Fortis Sublime HiFi-Matic Swiss automatic, with the iconic TV-style cushion case and a rare Arabic day-date calendar. The rich dark-blue brushed dial is accented by polished steel indices and clean hands, with a day-date window at three showing the weekday in Arabic.

Powered by a Swiss 25-jewel automatic movement, the 31mm stainless-steel case retains crisp geometry. The watch is fitted with its original 15mm integrated steel link bracelet and its original signed Fortis crown.

Brand heritage

Fortis was founded in 1912 by Walter Vogt in Grenchen, Switzerland. In 1926 it partnered with British watchmaker John Harwood to produce the first serially manufactured automatic wristwatch, the Harwood Automatic, securing Fortis a permanent place in watchmaking history.

The brand is known for robust, precise automatic watches, and in the 1970s produced bold, design-led models such as this TV-dial HiFi-Matic.

Why this one is special

• Rare Arabic day-date calendar
• Classic 1970s TV-screen case with integrated bracelet
• Swiss 25-jewel automatic from a pioneer of the self-winding wristwatch
• Original signed crown and bracelet

Specifications

• Brand / Model: Fortis Sublime HiFi-Matic
• Era: 1970s
• Movement: Swiss automatic, 25 jewels
• Functions: hours, minutes, central seconds, day (Arabic) and date
• Case: stainless steel TV/cushion case, 31 mm, approx. 13 mm thick
• Dial: dark blue brushed, applied steel markers
• Crystal: acrylic
• Bracelet: original integrated steel link bracelet, 15 mm

Condition

Original dark-blue dial in excellent vintage condition with sharp printing and vibrant colour; the acrylic crystal is clear. The stainless-steel case displays crisp edges and light surface marks consistent with age; the original crown operates properly. The original bracelet is solid with secure clasp closure. The movement winds, sets and changes day/date and keeps steady time. Please review all photos carefully, as they form part of the description.

What's included

The watch on its original bracelet. No box or papers.

Shipping & Returns

Ships from Cairo, Egypt. Please see the shipping and returns details in this listing.