The Titanium Field Guide

Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot

H721L.250-1715

The Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot is a current-production pilot watch with a grade 5 titanium case, finished with sandblasted. It is priced well above the $1,237 median for the category. The maker states no nickel-bearing steel at any skin-contact point, across the case, caseback and bracelet.

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Price
≈$3,489 (€2,990)
Material
Titanium
Grade / type
Grade 5
Water resistance
100 m
Reference
H721L.250-1715
Type
Pilot
Case diameter
42.0 mm
Thickness
13.6 mm
Lug-to-lug
49 mm
Origin
Germany
Movement
Manual flyback chronograph (column wheel)
Caliber
Sellita AMT5100 M
Power reserve
58 h
Complications
Chronograph
Colour
Grey
Surface treatment
Sandblasted
Finish technology
Natural finish
Caseback
Titanium
Nickel-free
Maker states none
Bracelet / strap
Strap
Crystal
Sapphire
Display back
No
Dial
Sand (desert beige)
Dial colours
Champagne
Lume
Yes
Availability
Offered
Status
Current (limited to 200 per size)
Not published
Weight, Hardness, Construction, Matching bracelet
High confidence Verified Jul 2026 Source: Hanhart, 417 TI Desert Pilot 42 mm (maker) / Monochrome
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Frequently asked questions

Is the Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot nickel-free?

On the maker's published specification, no nickel-bearing steel touches the skin: a grade 5 titanium case with a titanium caseback, plus a non-steel crown and strap. That is what the guide records rather than a test of the watch, so confirm the contact points with the maker before buying if you react to nickel.

What is the case material of the Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot?

The Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot has a grade 5 titanium case with a titanium caseback. This is confirmed against the maker spec.

What size is the Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot?

It is 42.0 mm in diameter, 13.6 mm thick, 49 mm lug to lug, and water resistant to 100 m.

How much does the Hanhart 417 Ti Desert Pilot cost, and is it available?

It is current-production and lists from $3,489.

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