DESIGNED IN THE BLACK FOREST – BORN FOR THE SKY
PRIMUS Pilot
As a contemporary interpretation of legendary pilot's watches, the PRIMUS Pilot is the ideal precision timepiece for use in the air. The red pusher has characterized Hanhart watches since 1939 and is a clear reminiscence of the first Hanhart pilot's watches - it used to prevent pilots from accidentally resetting the stop time. Because the pilots operated the crown of their wristwatch with gloves, it had to be as large and easy to grip as possible - just like that of the PRIMUS Pilot.
SAFE & SIMPLE
FUNCTIONALITY, OPERABILITY, READABILITY
For precise time display and measurement, the models in the Primus collection are equipped with an automatic caliber modified for bicompax display, which has an oscillating weight skeletonized to the Hanhart logo. This allows the small seconds at 9 o'clock and the 30-minute counter at 3 o'clock to be clearly arranged - a display that has been common at Hanhart from the very beginning. The clear, generous design of the Arabic numerals, indices, continuous minute scale and hands contribute to the perfect readability. Thanks to the yellowish or black Super-LumiNova® coating on the Primus Pilot, these are easily visible even in the dark.
SPORTY & CONTEMPORARY
NEW WEARING COMFORT
The solid, elegant and high-quality case made of stainless steel or black DLC-coated stainless steel emphasizes the sporty, contemporary appearance of the Primus chronographs; the flexible screw-in lugs ensure optimum wearing comfort on every wrist. The black, brown or silver-colored dial is covered by a convex, internally anti-reflective sapphire crystal, while a screw-down sapphire crystal case back reveals the fascinating play of the movement and the oscillating weight. The Primus Pilot is completed by a contrasting stitched strap made from the finest calfskin and a practical, easy-to-adjust folding clasp with inset red markings.
A LEGEND BECOMES A TRADEMARK
THE RED PUSHER
The red reset button on the side is a striking feature of the PRIMUS collection. Legend has it that when a young pilot put on his Hanhart one morning, he discovered that his wife had painted one of the pushers with red nail polish so that he would always think of her and return unharmed. This striking red pusher became Hanhart's trademark from 1939 onwards. It prevented the pilots from unintentionally resetting the stopped time during the flight and thus leaving the correct course.
PERFECT FOR EVERY ADVENTURE
THE PRIMUS COLLECTION
In memory of Hanhart's eventful history, the young PRIMUS collection confidently presents itself with progressive design and state-of-the-art technology. The hint of historical elements is reflected in this line in the red comfort pusher made of anodized aluminium and in a striking fluted bezel. The innovative chronographs impress with their size, grip and ease of use and, thanks to the solid, high-quality stainless steel case, meet all the requirements of a reliable, robust and attractive watch. A strap made from the finest calfskin, canvas with a leather inside or vulcanized rubber ensures optimum comfort on the wrist. A screw-down sapphire crystal case back reveals the fascinating play of the movement and the oscillating weight. It is an ETA7750 or Sellita SW 500 basic movement with modification for the typical bicompax Hanhart dial construction.
