All about the Hanhart FLY NAVY Aerosphere Stainless Steel

The FLY NAVY Aerosphere: A Limited Special Edition for the Highest Demands

With the FLY NAVY Aerosphere, Hanhart expands its collection with a new special edition limited to just 300 pieces. This exclusive watch combines tradition, precision, and robustness and was specially developed for the demanding conditions of naval aviation. Whether flying low over stormy seas, in the tropics, or the icy Arctic – this watch proves its worth in extreme situations through its reliability and excellent legibility day and night.

Tradition and Precision for Over 100 Years

For over 110 years, the German Navy has placed great importance on precision and durability – values that Hanhart has also pursued since its founding in 1882. This connection to seafaring and aviation has a long tradition. Early on, Hanhart's pilot watches had to withstand extreme conditions such as shocks, temperature fluctuations, and altitude differences – challenges that still characterize the daily life of naval aviators today.

The FLY NAVY Aerosphere stands in this tradition and was developed as a reliable companion for challenging missions. Especially when flying over the sea, where weather, wind, and water are unpredictable, its precise mechanics prove indispensable.

Maritime Design with Mythological Accents

The navy-blue dial of the FLY NAVY Aerosphere features the Naval Air Arm logo, recalling its close connection to seafaring. The seconds hand is designed with a stylized Poseidon's trident – a homage to the Greek god of the sea and a symbol of maritime strength.

Hanhart FLY NAVY Aerosphere

On the screwed sapphire crystal case back, the wearer can choose between two different emblems: that of Marinefliegergeschwader 3 "Graf Zeppelin" (MFG3) or Marinefliegergeschwader 5 (MFG5). These precisely embossed emblems symbolize cohesion and connectedness.

  • MFG3 Emblem: The anchor and wing stand for belonging to naval aviation, while the five stars represent the virtues of loyalty, courage, readiness, reliability, and endurance.
  • MFG5 Emblem: This design, used since 2013, integrates water, sea eagle, anchor, and wings. The head of the sea eagle symbolizes sovereignty over the airspace above the sea.

Outstanding Functions and Features

The FLY NAVY Aerosphere impresses with its technical features, which qualify it for the most extreme operating conditions:

  • Water resistance: Up to 30 bar (300 meters), ideal for deep dives.
  • Helium valve: An indispensable feature for deep divers, integrated into the case at 10 o'clock.
  • Super-LumiNova® coating: Hands and numerals are equipped with this modern luminous material to ensure perfect legibility even in dark or difficult lighting conditions.
  • Bezel: The unidirectional rotating bezel with 60 clicks ensures maximum functionality. The font of the numerals is in standard script to ensure clear legibility.

Flexibility and Style

The limited watch is available in two variants, each limited to 150 pieces:

  1. Hook Strap™ textile strap: With Alcantara interior for high wearing comfort – ideal for long wear during missions or in everyday life.
  2. Stainless steel bracelet: For an elegant and robust look that also proves itself in leisure activities or formal occasions.

Thanks to its versatile aesthetics, the FLY NAVY Aerosphere is suitable for both a relaxed beach vacation and the challenging tasks of a naval aviator.

Conclusion

With the FLY NAVY Aerosphere, Hanhart combines tradition, precision, and technical innovation. This special edition is not only a reliable timepiece but also a stylish statement. Its limitation to 300 pieces makes it a highly sought-after collector's item, convincing with maritime design elements and excellent functionality. Whether on land, in the air, or underwater – this watch is a reliable companion in any situation.

Specifications

  • Case
  • Diameter: 42 mm
  • Height: 12.95 mm
  • Lug-to-Lug: 49 mm
  • Material: Stainless steel, satin-finished/polished
  • Bezel:
  • Ceramic insert with yellow marker
  • Fluted bezel with counter-clockwise rotating function (60 clicks)
  • Triangle, indices, and numerals filled with Super-LumiNova®
  • Numerals in clear standard script
  • Crown: Screwed crown with embossed Naval Air Command emblem
  • Glass: Convex sapphire crystal, anti-reflective on the inside
  • Case back: Screwed case back with:
  • Embossed emblem of Marinefliegergeschwader 3 ("Graf Zeppelin") or Marinefliegergeschwader 5
  • Limitation number ("XXX/150")
  • Water resistance: Up to 30 bar (300 m) according to DIN 8310
  • Additional Features:
  • Helium valve for deep dives
  • Crown protection
  • Movement
  • Caliber: Sellita SW200 (Automatic winding)
  • Frequency: 28,800 A/h (4 Hz)
  • Jewels: 26 rubies
  • Power reserve: 38 hours after full winding
  • Functions:
  • Hours, minutes, central seconds
  • Stop-seconds device
  • Date with quick correction
  • Dial
  • Design: Navy blue with Hanhart logo and Naval Air Command emblem
  • Numerals: Coated with Super-LumiNova® C1 GL
  • Hands:
  • Skeletonized hour and minute hands
  • Seconds hand with Poseidon's trident
  • Coated with Super-LumiNova® for optimal legibility
  • Strap
  • Material: Stainless steel

Specification of the Hanhart FLY NAVY Aerosphere Stainless Steel

Brand

Hanhart

Category

Pilot's watch

Diameter

42mm

Strap

stainless steel

Dial color

Blue

Dial

Indices

Waterproof

30 ATM

Glass

sapphire crystal

Case

stainless steel

Movement

Sellita SW 510

Type

men's watch

Condition

New & OVP

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