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Louis Erard x Vianney Halter II: A Collaboration of Genius and Craft

Louis Erard and Vianney Halter unveil their second collaboration. Both independent companies share philosophies that complement each other, which is what makes this watch so special. Louis Erard showcases its expertise in regulator designs, and without a doubt, they are the most famous company in this kind of high-precision watch. We have already shared the detailed history of regulator watches in this previous article.

The genius watchmaker Vianney Halter infuses his iconic design elements into the watch, drawing inspiration from science fiction and space. By merging these influences with his exceptional craftsmanship, he creates a truly distinctive timepiece. The Louis Erard Régulateur’s design seamlessly complements Halter’s signature split-time subdials and the uniquely crafted bezel, adding a futuristic touch to the watch.

Introducing Hanhart Unveils the 415 ES Chronograph

Reviving a classic pilot chronograph from the 1960s

Hanhart’s legacy stretches over a century, yet its commitment to craftsmanship and precision remains as strong as ever. As a family-owned independent German brand, Hanhart handles everything from design to distribution, ensuring that each timepiece upholds the highest standards of quality and innovation.

One of the brand’s standout moments came in the mid-1960s with the introduction of the 415 ES Chronograph. This was the first Hanhart watch to feature a bidirectional rotating bezel with 60-minute graduations, a pioneering design that set the tone for many chronographs to follow. Over the years, the 415 ES Chronograph has been reimagined in various dial styles, but one particular version stood out to the Hanhart team. Now, this iconic design has been brought back to life, carefully reworked with modern manufacturing techniques and the latest materials. 

With its latest edition, Hanhart has reimagined the iconic 415 ES in a historically faithful 39 mm case, capturing the essence of the original 1960s design. The 13.5 mm-thick case is crafted from stainless steel, with the “ES” in the watch’s name signifying the German term Edelstahl (stainless steel). A fluted bezel featuring a black ceramic inlay rotates bidirectionally with 60 clicks. The case features a mix of brushed and polished finishes, a high-domed sapphire crystal, treated with internal anti-reflective coating, and a screwed case back.

The classic black dial is adorned with Hanhart’s historic wing logo. It is framed by a tachymeter scale and a striking red hundredths scale, representing an industrial minute with 100 seconds. The dial features numerals and hands coated in Super-LumiNova for enhanced visibility, along with a 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o’clock and a small seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock.

Powering the watch is the hand-wound Sellita SW510 movement, operating at a frequency of 28,800 vph (4Hz) and offering 58-hours of power reserve. Each movement is tested and adjusted at the Hanhart manufactory to ensure an accuracy rate of 0 to +8 seconds per day. 

The watch is paired with a choice of black, dark brown, or light brown calfskin leather straps, featuring Alcantara lining on the inside and secured with a stainless steel pin buckle. Now part of Hanhart’s permanent collection, it is priced at EUR 2,390, approximately AED 9,200.

For more information, you can visit Hanhart’s official website.

Technical specifications: Hanhart 415 ES Chronograph
  1. Case: stainless steel, 60 click fluted bidirectional bezel with black ceramic inlay, brushed and polished, high-domed sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating, screwed case back
  2. Diameter: 39mm
  3. Thickness: 13.5mm
  4. Water resistance: 100 meters
  5. Dial: black, Hanhart’s wing logo, tachymeter scale, red hundredths scale, numerals and hands coated in Super-LumiNova, 30-minute chronograph counter at 3 o’clock, small seconds sub-dial at 9 o’clock
  6. Movement: Sellita SW510, hand-wound
  7. Power reserve: 52 hours
  8. Frequency: 28,800 vph (4Hz)
  9. Functions: Chronograph, hours, minutes, small seconds
  10. Bracelet / Strap: black, dark brown, or light brown calfskin leather straps, Alcantara lining on the inside, stainless steel pin buckle
  11. Availability: Permanent line 
  12. Price: EUR 2,390 / AED 9,200

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