This Flieger Friday Hanhart launches the 417 ES Heritage Flyback in 39mm & 42mm case sizes, because many pilot watch enthusiasts provided the feedback to the brand. Plus, the red pusher makes an appearance in the Flyback chronograph.
Hanhart is always delighted to receive suggestions for new models. Over the past few years, the Gütenbach based brand received two particularly frequent requests: To equip Hanhart’s iconic 417 ES with a black dial with either a column-wheel flyback movement or a red (Hy-Ceram) pusher.
And Hanhart listened to the feedback. Hanhart combined these two elements with their stunning 417 ES Heritage Flyback, a chronograph that combines an unmistakable history with timeless design and state-of-the-art technology. The new version is available in both case sizes – 39 and 42 mm.
The flyback function has long been part of Hanhart’s DNA. The historic 417 ES, once developed for the pilots of the German Air Force, already had this practical complication – also known as the speed switch. It enables a new time interval to be started immediately with just one press of the reset button, without having to stop the stop mechanism first.
With the new 417 ES Heritage Flyback, this function now returns to Hanhart’s most popular collection. The chronograph is powered by the high-quality hand-wound AMT5100 M caliber from Sellita’s “Manufacture AMT“. When the “AMT” designation is found with Sellita caliber numbers, it represents a watch movement that was made by Manufacture AMT SA which is a manufacture owned by Sellita.
Manufacture AMT SA is where Sellita produces high-end custom or bespoke “manufacture” movements for watch brands. There is not much public information about Manufacture AMT. If you know, you know. Anyway, the movement works with a classic column wheel, offers a power reserve of at least 58 hours and beats at 4 Hertz (28.800 b/h)- robust, precise and built for everyday use.
The new 417 ES Heritage Flyback is available in two case sizes: 42 mm and 39 mm. The latter corresponds to the historical original size of the 417 ES as it was designed for the German Air Force in the 1950s.
With the classic 39 mm version, Hanhart offers authentic proportions and a striking presence on the wrist – just like the legendary model. The 42 mm version, on the other hand, is aimed at all those who prefer the iconic look of the 417 ES in a slightly larger and even more striking format.
The 39 mm version has an antimagnetic case and is therefore equipped with a solid case back. The 42 mm model has a sapphire crystal case back that allows a view of the movement.
Regardless of size, the new flyback version combines classic design, modern watchmaking and the unmistakable red pusher – a piece of history that sits perfectly on the wrist. Like all models in the 417 ES collection, the design of the new Heritage Flyback is closely based on the original Bundeswehr chronograph from the 1950s.
Both case sizes – 39 mm and 42 mm – are available with a choice of black, dark brown or light brown leather strap. Alternatively, a robust stainless steel strap is also available.
The Hanhart standard with regard to the accuracy of the watches is as unique as the watches themselves. Every single movement is tested and adjusted by excellently trained watchmakers at the Hanhart manufactory in Gütenbach (Thank you Michael😉). The Hanhart specifications for rate accuracy are 0 to +8 seconds per day on average over 6 positions. This corresponds to the same deviation as +-4 seconds, but Hanhart does not allow a minus second in the main positions.
OTHERS MAY SHOW THE TIME, HANHART MEASURES IT
Technical specifications
Case: 39 or 42mm x 13.30mm, Brushed/polished stainless steel, Bi-directional fluted bezel with red insert, 10 bar/10 ATM according to DIN 8310
Dial and hands: Black with historical Hanhart logo, Minute hand and second hand bent at the end to prevent parallax error, Super-LumiNova X2 C3 coating on numerals and hands
Movement: Hand wound Sellita Amt 5100 M, Flyback, hacking, Power reserve +/- 58 hrs
Strap/Bracelet: Cowhide with white stitching, Black, dark brown or light brown, Pin buckle with historical logo, Bund version available, Stainless steel bracelet with folding clasp
Price: €2.590 incl. 19% VAT on leather strap or €2.790,00 incl. 19% VAT on stainless steel bracelet