417 TI Desert Pilot, 39 mm

$4.570

incl. VAT

on a rubber strap

Size chart for bracelets

To determine your strap/bracelet length, you can either measure your wrist circumference and determine your bracelet length in the table or use our templates, which you can download below.

Please find our templates for download here:

PIONEER wristband template

PRIMUS wristband template

Instructions: Print out the document and make sure that no page scaling is preset. Cut out the template along the red dotted line. Place the watch on your wrist and pull the strap through the cut slit. Make sure that the template is not too tight on your wrist and that you have a little space between your fingers.

Please note that leather underbands result in a longer strap length.

Strap lengths:

417 ES/415 ES/PIONEER: S = (10.5 / 6.5 cm) M = (11.5 / 7.5 cm) L = (12.5 / 9.0 cm)

AQUASPHERE(FLY NAVY Aerosphere rubber strap: M = (10.0/8.0 cm) L = (11.5/9.5 cm)

PRIMUS: S = (9.5/7.5 cm) M = (10.5/8.5 cm) L = (12.0/10.0 cm)

RACEMASTER: S= (10.4/6.4 cm) M= (11.4/7.4 cm) L= (12.4/8.4 cm)

Model	Lug width	Wrist circumference S-band	Wrist circumference M-band	Wrist circumference L-band
General recommendation, regardless of model and band		13.0 cm - 16.0 cm	16.5 cm - 18.5 cm	19.0 cm - 22.0 cm
PIONEER Silva	20 mm	13.0 cm - 17.0 cm	15.0 cm - 21.0 cm	18.0 cm - 23.5 cm
417 ES 1954 (with leather strap)	20 mm	13.0 cm - 17.0 cm	14.0 cm - 20.0 cm	17.0 cm - 22.0 cm
PIONEER Mk I, Mk II, TachyTele, Preventor9, 415 ES	20 mm	13.0 cm - 17.0 cm	14.0 cm - 20.5 cm	17.0 cm - 22.5 cm
Preventor HD12™	20 mm	13.0 cm - 17.0 cm	14.0 cm - 20.0 cm	17.0 cm - 22.0 cm
417 ES (with bund strap)	21 mm	13.0 cm - 19.0 cm	14.0 cm - 20.0 cm	18.0 cm - 23.0 cm
PIONEER TwinControl, MonoControl	21 mm	13.0 cm - 19.0 cm	15.5 cm - 21.5 cm	19.0 cm - 23.5 cm
PIONEER One	21 mm	13.0 cm - 19.0 cm	15.5 cm - 20.5 cm	18.0 cm - 23.5 cm
PIONEER TwinDicator, MonoScope	23 mm	13.0 cm - 19.0 cm	15.5 cm - 21.5 cm	18.0 cm - 24.0 cm
AQUASPHERE/FLY NAVY Aerosphere rubber strap	20 mm	n/a	15.5 cm - 19.5 cm	17.5 cm - 22.0 cm
RACEMASTER	23 mm	13.0 cm - 18.0 cm	16.5 cm - 21.5 cm	18.5 cm - 23.5 cm
PRIMUS leather	24 mm	13.0 cm - 17.5 cm	16.0 cm - 20.0 cm	18.0 cm - 22.5 cm
PRIMUS rubber	24 mm	n/a	14.0 cm - 18.5 cm	17.5 cm - 21.5 cm
PRIMUS Textile	24 mm	n/a	14.5 cm - 19.5 cm	17.5 cm - 21.5 cm

TI instead of ES

417 TI Desert Pilot, 39 mm

With the new 417 TI Desert Pilot Limited Edition, Hanhart presents the first-ever 417 crafted from Grade 5 titanium – replacing the classic stainless steel traditionally indicated by the “ES” designation. The matte finish of the case emphasizes the instrument-like character and gives the chronograph a modern, technically driven aesthetic. Available in 39 mm and 42 mm, each limited to 200 pieces, this model combines historical pilot’s watch DNA with contemporary material technology and uncompromising mechanics.

FOR MODERN EXPLORERS

LIGHTWEIGHT, ROBUST, COMFORTABLE

Inspired by historic pilot chronographs, the 417 TI Desert Pilot Limited Edition combines lightness, durability, perfect legibility and maximum wearing comfort – designed for modern explorers.

For the first time in its history, Hanhart uses Grade 5 titanium for a case: a material renowned for its combination of low weight, high strength, and excellent corrosion resistance. It is significantly lighter than stainless steel, yet extremely durable, skin-friendly, and resistant to sweat, saltwater, and temperature fluctuations – making it ideal for long-lasting, comfortable timepieces.

FLYBACK, COLUMN WHEEL, MANUAL WINDING

AMT 5100

The watch is powered by the hand-wound AMT 5100 caliber, a column-wheel chronograph with flyback function, designed for maximum precision and reliable performance. The sapphire display case back offers a clear view of the complex interaction of the mechanical components. In addition to the stop-seconds function, it offers a power reserve of at least 48 hours when fully wound.

AESTHETICS OVER LUMINOSITY

LET’S BE HONEST …

The hands and numerals of the Hanhart 417 TI Desert Pilot, 39 mm are coated with Super-LumiNova®. Nevertheless, we have to admit: legibility in the dark is quite limited due to the dark underlying base color. For us, the focus of this chronograph was its aesthetic appearance in daylight rather than maximum luminosity at night. The hands are noticeably easier to read than the numerals, though still not comparable to luminous material applied on a light background.

PRIMUS DESERT PILOT

THE INSPIRATION

The inspiration for the 417 TI Desert Pilot Limited Edition combines the historic 417 ES with the modern PRIMUS Desert Pilot. Its sand-colored dial, sandblasted case, and robust textile strap reflect both the aesthetics and functionality of the desert. The watch also gained recognition through rally driver Stephan Schott, who wore it during extreme off-road events such as the Dakar Rally.

Right: Stephan Schott at the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge in the MINI of the X-raid Team.

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CONTEMPORARY SIZE, MAXIMUM WEARING COMFORT

Despite the strongly domed sapphire crystal, we maintained a case height of only 13.6 mm. Our goal was to design the 417 TI Desert Pilot, 42 mm as slim as possible to achieve a presence on the wrist that is distinctive, yet not oversized.

THE ICON FROM THE PAST

THE LEGENDARY 417

The historic Hanhart 417 ES is considered one of the defining pilot chronographs of the 1950s. Originally developed for military use, it combined robust construction, a precise chronograph function, and excellent legibility—qualities that quickly made it a reliable instrument for pilots. With its distinctive design and characteristic fluted bezel, the 417 ES became an icon in Hanhart’s history and is today a highly sought-after vintage chronograph among collectors.

FKM RUBBER

MAXIMUM WEARING COMFORT

At the wrist, a rubber strap with a subtle woven texture ensures sporty comfort and a distinctive technical look. It combines flexibility with high durability and emphasizes the instrument-like character of the watch. The overall design is completed by a pin buckle made of Grade 5 titanium.

10 BAR WATER RESISTANCE

HANHART SHOCK PROTECTION

With a water resistance of up to 10 bar / 10 ATM according to DIN 8310, the watch is designed for modern everyday use and remains reliable even under demanding conditions. The Hanhart shock protection additionally safeguards the movement against impacts and enhances the chronograph’s overall robustness.

CASE

DIMENSIONS

Diameter 39 mm
Height: 13.60 mm (11.55 mm without crystal)
Lug-to-Lug: 46 mm

MATERIAL

Titanium Grade 5, matte

BEZEL

Fluted stainless steel bezel, bi-directional, continuously rotating
Red Marking

GLASS

Convex, internally anti-reflective sapphire crystal
Highly domed sapphire crystal (as on the historic model).

CASE BACK

Screw-down titanium case back with sapphire crystal.
Limited edition number

WATER RESISTANCE

Water-resistant up to 10 bar/10 ATM in accordance with DIN 8310

MOVEMENT

CALIBER

Manual winding
Sellita AMT 5100 M
Symmetrical pusher spacing
28,800 A/h, 4 Hz, 23 stones

POWER RESERVE

58 hours after full winding

FUNCTIONS

Small second
30-minute counter
Chronograph with central stop second
Hacking seconds
Flyback

DIAL

Sand colors
Historical logo

NUMBERS

Historical Font
Black numerals with Super-LumiNova® coating (only very weakly luminous due to the black color).

HANDS

Hands with Super-LumiNova® coating (only weakly luminous due to the sand-colored base).

STRAP

FKM Rubber
Lug width 20 mm

COLORS

Sand colors
Black

BUCKLE

Pin buckle made of Grade 5 titanium with historic logo.

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417 TI Desert Pilot, 39 mm

Strap lengths:

417 TI Desert Pilot, 39 mm

LIGHTWEIGHT, ROBUST, COMFORTABLE

AMT 5100

LET’S BE HONEST …

THE INSPIRATION

CONTEMPORARY SIZE, MAXIMUM WEARING COMFORT

THE LEGENDARY 417

MAXIMUM WEARING COMFORT

HANHART SHOCK PROTECTION

CASE

DIMENSIONS

MATERIAL

BEZEL

GLASS

CASE BACK

WATER RESISTANCE

MOVEMENT

CALIBER

POWER RESERVE

FUNCTIONS

DIAL

DIAL

NUMBERS

HANDS

STRAP

STRAP

COLORS

BUCKLE

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