Description
Hanhart 417 ES 1954 Heritage Flyback (42mm)
Ref: H721.212-7010
Because You Asked
Hanhart is always delighted to receive suggestions for new models. Over recent years, two requests appeared most frequently: equipping the iconic 417 ES with a black dial with either an AMT column-wheel flyback movement or a red HyCeram® pusher. Hanhart has combined both elements in the new 417 ES Heritage Flyback, a chronograph that unites unmistakable history with timeless design and state-of-the-art technology. This version is offered in two case sizes, 39 mm and 42 mm.
The Red Pusher – A Trademark with Function
A well-known legend tells of a pilot’s partner who painted the chronograph pusher with red nail polish so he would think of her and return safely. Whether true or not, the red pusher had a practical purpose: its signal colour helped prevent pilots from accidentally resetting stop times, a potentially critical error when navigating. Today the red pusher is crafted from HyCeram®, a hybrid of 60 % micro-fine ceramic and 3D cross-linked polymers, providing a refined, high-quality finish.
A Piece of History in Two Sizes
39 mm: Historical original size, anti-magnetic case with closed case-back
42 mm: Larger presence, sapphire crystal case-back for a view of the movement
Regardless of size, the flyback version blends classic design, modern watchmaking and the unmistakable red pusher.
Additional Security – Hanhart Impact Protection
Special shock protection complements standard factory mechanisms, safeguarding the movement against severe impacts.
Precision in Time – The Flyback Function
The historic 417 ES for German Air Force pilots already featured a flyback complication. In the new model, it is powered by the hand-wound Sellita AMT5100 M, beating at 4 Hz with at least 58 hours of power reserve.
Readability After Dark
Hands, numerals and totalisers carry Super-LumiNova® X2 C3 for clear legibility day or night.
Design Details
Fluted, bi-directional bezel with red position marker
Satin-finished horns with sharply drawn, polished bevels
Dial layout faithful to the 1950s Bundeswehr chronograph
The Legendary 417
Originally built as the first pilot’s chronograph for the newly founded German armed forces, the 417 became a benchmark for robustness, reliability and readability. Surviving vintage pieces are highly sought-after by collectors.
Technical details
DIMENSIONS
Diameter 42 mm
Height with glass 13.3 mm (11.55 mm without glass)
Lug to Lug: 49.75 mm
MATERIAL
Stainless steel, satin/polished
BEZEL
Fluted bezel, bidirectional, continuously rotatable with red insert
Red pusher made of HyCeram®
GLASS
Convex, internally anti-reflective sapphire crystal
High-domed spherical glass (like the historical model)
CASE BACK
Screwed case back
Engraved, consecutive serial number
Sapphire crystal glass back
WATER RESISTANCE
Water-resistant up to 10 bar/10 ATM in accordance with DIN 8310
MOVEMENT
CALIBER
Switch wheel chronograph with flyback manual winding
Sellita AMT5100 M
Symmetrical pusher spacing
28,800 A/h, 4 Hz, 23 jewels
POWER RESERVE
58 hours after full winding
FUNCTIONS
Flyback
Small second
30-minute counter
Central stop second
Hacking seconds
DIAL
Black
Historical logo
NUMBERS
Historical font
Super-LumiNova® X2 C3 coated
HANDS
Super-LumiNova® X2 C3 coated
Minute hand and second hand bent at the end to avoid parallax errors
