Hanhart 417 ES Moby Dick 42mm

All about the Hanhart 417 ES Moby Dick 42mm

The return of a legend: Hanhart 417 ES Moby Dick

With the introduction of the Hanhart 417 ES Moby Dick, Hanhart celebrates the rebirth of an iconic stopwatch. This model follows the tradition of a chronograph that was developed more than 60 years ago for officers and the medical service. The modern new edition combines the classic design of the 1950s with contemporary precision and the latest manufacturing techniques. The result is a robust chronograph that is ideal for everyday use as well as for adventures.

Tradition with a love of detail

The 417 ES Moby Dick features a variety of refined details that honor the watch's historical heritage. A sharply drawn and highly polished bevel emphasizes the elegant transition between the satin-finished horns and the sides of the case. Typical for Hanhart is the fluted bezel, which can be rotated continuously in both directions. In contrast to other models, the Moby Dick does not have the red position marking; Instead, the color of the marking matches the dial, giving the watch a particularly harmonious look.

Precise hand-wound caliber

The high-quality hand-wound caliber SW510 in the best Swiss-made quality ensures reliable functionality. This movement, which is safely hidden behind a screwed stainless steel base, offers not only a stop seconds but also a power reserve of at least 48 hours when fully wound. This means that the watch not only remains a stylish companion, but also impresses with its outstanding precision.

luminosity during the day and at night

The hands and numbers of the 417 ES Moby Dick are coated with Super-LumiNova®. This special luminous material guarantees excellent readability, even in poor lighting conditions. This makes the watch also suitable for use at dusk or in dark environments.

Simple case back with history

A deliberately simple, screwed case back completes the design. It bears the historic Hanhart logo and a consecutive serial number engraved on the side, which makes each watch unique. The 417 ES was originally developed as a aviation chronograph for the Bundeswehr, but a rare variant with a white dial and thermally blued hands was also used by the navy and in the medical sector. This special version, known in collector circles as Moby Dick, is now a sought-after vintage piece.

Fascinating, blued hands

The thermally blued hands are particularly striking, giving the watch a unique visual effect. Depending on the incidence of light, they shimmer in different shades of blue, which gives the watch an additional elegance and dynamism.

Improved waterproofing and hand winding

While the historical model was only of limited use due to its limited waterproofness, the new 417 ES Moby Dick offers water resistance of up to 10 bar. This not only makes them robust, but also suitable for everyday use in a wide range of conditions. Like the original, this new edition is hand-wound, which underlines the traditional charm of the watch and makes it a true collector's item.

With the 417 ES Moby Dick, Hanhart not only brings a piece of history back to your wrist, but also combines classic elegance with modern technology. A must for lovers of historical chronographs who value quality and tradition.

Specifications

• MASS
• Diameter : 42 mm
• Height with glass : 13.3 mm
• Height without glass: 11.55 mm
• HOUSING
• Material: Stainless steel, satin/polished
• Bezel: Fluted bezel, rotating on both sides with bright insert
• Glass: Convex, anti-reflective sapphire crystal on the inside; high arched, inspired by the historical model
• Case back: Screwed with engraving of the historic Hanhart logo and consecutive serial number
• Waterproofness: Up to 10 bar / 10 ATM according to DIN 8310
• FACTORY
• Calibre: hand-wound, Sellita SW 510 M
• Frequency: 28,800 A/h (4 Hz)
• Stones : 23 bearing stones
• Power reserve: 48 hours when fully wound
• Features:
• Small second
• 30-minute counter
• Bi-compax chronograph with central stop seconds
• second stop
• DIAL AND HANDS
• Dial: Bicompax layout with historical logo
• Numbers: Historical font, coated with Super-LumiNova® Light Old Radium GL for optimal readability day and night
• Hands: Thermally blued for a fascinating visual effect
• BRACELET
• Material: High-quality cowhide
• Colors:
• Light brown without rivets
• Black without rivets
• Dark brown without rivets
• lug width : 21 mm
• Clasp: Stainless steel pin buckle with historic Hanhart logo