Inside Germany's Most Prestigious Chronograph Watchmaker: A Never Before Seen Tour At Hanhart
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- A few years ago I finally acquired my grail watch. But this was no ordinary grail...this watch was 140 years in the making. In this video I delve deep into the story behind one of the most important chronograph watches ever made, and a favorite of iconic actor Steve McQueen-the Hanhart 417 ES. I travel to Germany for a behind-the-scenes look at where this classic watch was created, and share the story of one of the country's greatest watch brands and how they created one of the most influential military chronographs of all time. Join me for an exclusive tour of the Hanhart watch factory in Germany's beautiful Black Forest region, where I chat with the Hanhart team about their watchmaking process, the brand's history, the creation of their museum, the evolution of their timepieces, and why they have such an exciting and promising future ahead of them.
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TGV...great stuff as always....would love to see you doing a visit to a few British watchmakers...Bremont, Roger W Smith, Christopher Ward, etc??
That would be amazing, hopefully one day, who knows. My email address is always open.
LOVE that idea 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🤞🤞🤞, thank you Aidan. O&U!
Best regards,
TGV
This was really interesting and personal. It’s so hard to get these right and you have! Nice work TGV. Love having my eyes opened to more watchmakers
Fears- gotta visit fears. Their watches look great!
I definitely agree 👍
Or Fears that beats them all
What a lovely team I was impressed at the high standards they set for themselves. Hanhart is on my radar now.
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So happy to hear that. O&U!
Best regards,
TGV
This is by far the best and most interesting factory tour I've seen. Thank you, TGV, for your passion and the hard work that went into this masterpiece. What is important to be added is the deep and .openhearted mutual respect that all the people involved express. Simply great!
Absolutely amazing company 🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪 No marketing BS, but pure tried and tested craftmanship👍 Fantastic video !
TGV your influence and input into a horological renaissance cannot be overstated. Bravo! What a fantastic tour deforce of Hanhart history and German engineering skill and dedication. The positive developments and evolution to precision and quality could only be done to this degree by such a prestigious, dedicated team. TGV this is one of your best videos to date. I was riveted to my seat. Gracie my friend. You are the 'Horological Pope!'
. . . cannot be overstated (not understated).
Tristan, as a former heat treatment/machinist tradesman I found this absolutely amazing! The depth of precision & intricacies that goes into each & ever piece is mind boggling! I bought the Hanhart 417ES reissue when launched here in Australia & it’s one of my absolute favourites in my vast collection! I’m a jealous boy mate! Maybe on my next trip to Germany, which I hope isn’t too far away I can visit the region. Cheers 🍻👍🏼😎🇦🇺
Well worth it andrew. I live nearby and the company is giving every customer an individual tour. Showing the museum and the actuall collection. Just make an appointment a couple of days in advance. If you like i join you!
Thank you so much for presenting this Brand Hanhart so perfectly - I am blown away - this real German Mittelstand manufacturing without a lot of marketing gaga - Hanhart speaks for itself - I am from the Black Forst myself and so proud of your wonderful video - Many, many thanks. Please present Laco, Stowa, Sinn and the great British watchmakers like Bremont, Ward and Smith - Greetings from Germany
Watching this video is just pure joy. Your channel is absolute pure class! How you manage to continually outperform your previous videos is amazing. Thank you for always providing the absolute best content. Very well done!🥃
Hanhart is a world horological watch company. Tgv you blew my mind with the history of the brand and the different style watch cases they made. What is impressive to me is Hanhart still builds, like they did in the hay days. Well add another grail to my list because you and I have similar taste. What a wonderful tour of the factory and the heritage Hanhart keeps in beautiful watch making. Thank you for another great show.
🙌🙌🙌🙌 Thank you Dennis, I deeply, deeply appreciate that. O&U!
Best regards,
TGV
What a gem of a video Tristano! Much like the Fortis factory tour-but even better! Such (important) history. And Manfreid! Wow. And that special room. All of it was so amazing. Renewed, heighteded respect for Hanhart. Onwards and upwards! Cheers.
Thank you for this wonderful video. What a warm welcome from the Hanhart people. You immediately feel the passion and genuine connection with the products. The people are proud of their watches and their tradition, and quite rightly so. As a viewer, you immediately felt that you got along well and the chemistry was right.
I love this channel for videos like this.
Amazing factory tour, and the brand seems to have some really great people behind it. Thanks for a unique look inside a brand that doesnt get enough mention in the mainstream watch circles!
It was great to see how passionate and enthusiastic they were to show you around. Now I find myself looking at listings for mechanical Hanhart stopwatches, some can be picked up for less than £100 which I'd consider an extremely reasonable price considering the deep and interesting history embedded in the brand. Thanks for another fantastic video TGV.
I did the same thing....ebay shopped Hanhart stopwatches and could not believe the nice models available between US $100 to $200.....WOW!
So cool TGV. I'm currently an encasing technician and watchmakers apprentice for many high end brands. after leaving my career as an auto mechanic. And I must say if it wasn't for you and Marc fueling my love of watches I might not have had the courage to switch careers. And my wife being unbelievably cool and supportive. There's a lot of wives that wouldn't be cool with " hey baby I'm going to take a 30% pay cut to pursue my strange hobby that you don't understand". Anyway. Great video! Keep it up my friend!
Magnificent! TGV, this is one of your best to date. It was a very personal interview. It gave me a sense that I followed you down those hallowed halls and corridors of Hanhart and coming into contact with all those wonderful people at Hanhart . It's a truly epic journey. Thank you so much for sharing with us.
This is the peak of horology content. A blissful half hour that's part-How It's Made, and part museum tour. This has honestly made my week.
I'll admit, Hanhart weren't always a house I kept an eye on and I had no clue about their history, but this was incredible. Seeing their history and heritage, their truly in house production and perhaps more impressively, passionate young men who love what they do and are certain to keep this place going for another century.
Thanks so much TGV and the Hanhart team. I'm off to watch spot in Das Boot.
Thank you Darren, this means the world to hear!
Off to order the blu-ray after I reply to some comments too 😉🥂 Enjoy.
Best regards,
TGV
Charming and with historical substance. The romance of this brand runs deep. I regret I can only hit the thumbs up once.
This continues to be a highly-underrated channel, with pieces like this giving us a great deep dive into the history and operations of manufacturers who are too often overlooked. Great work!
we need same video with glashutte or lange und sohne
Would be great if you could do a video at Sinn's HQ
Wonderful documentary. Great editing. Enjoyed it immensely. Good job, TGV.
I've lived in Germany for over 20 years, and never paid attention to this brand. Thanks so much for the outstanding tour and history.
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Wonderful to hear that, thank you so much,
Best regards,
TGV
TGV Caio, this video was very interesting and inspired. I doff my hat to you for bucking the Watches and wonders video trend. This video was far better and much more valuable to the enthusiasts and casual audience than looking at another Rolex or the like.
Thanks so much for taking the time to make and publish this 🎉
I just rewatched two of your previous Hanhart vids and can understand your appreciation. You really helped bring back Hanhart! Nice work, TGV!
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Thank you my friend.
Best regards,
TGV
What an epically good factory tour of one my absolute favorite brands. Thank you for putting in the work on this one, and I agree, they should put together a book documenting their amazing history. 2 thumbs wayyyy up!
Simply superb! Fascinating to see how much of the watches are made in that factory. I could easily spend a whole day just in the museum part, I love history and always enjoy and appreciate it when you include this segment in your videos. I’ve been waiting patiently for the 38mm release, and now it’s here, the trouble is getting hold of one! Scenery was fantastic, makes me want to jump on my motorcycle and do a road trip from UK to the Black Forest.
Awesome video! Arguably one of the best tours around a watchmaking factory. I was lucky to meet Felix and Simon myself and had this tour last year when I picked up my 417ES. Great watches, great people, underrated but highly recommended brand!
Keep up the good work. Cheers.
Amazing video! Amazing sense of pride from the people working in this factory. What a way to keep traditional watchmaking alive! That blooper there at the end just killed me😂!
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Thank you and 2 words, onwards and upwards!
Best regards,
TGV
What a treat! Fantastic tour of their factory and museum! The one gent is a living legend of the brand. Great content TGV! Love to see more like this! Def on my list as a must have 417 ES! 👏👏
I'd love these factory tours to become a series. A tour of the Steeldive factory would be fascinating.
Fantastic episode! Like the travelogue format, getting the tour of the Hanhart factory, learning the history...fascinating! Glad you were able to enjoy the peaceful countryside too!
Seeing how much they're REALLY making in-house - not just assembling movements out of pieces they buy from who-knows-where - is amazing. As a former fabricator and maker of things, this really speaks to me. I'm going to have to get a Hanhart! Incredible episode, what a look into a remarkable little world.
Great video,
I am actually from Freiburg a city relatively close to the Hanhart factory, cool to see a part of the black forrest, that I know since my childhood, in your video.
Yeah, okay, this is truly what I would consider an "in-house" production. It was lovely to see the passion the manufacturer had not only for their watches, but the whole production process and their employees.
P.S.: I just came back from a tour of rural Germany, and it is by all means a great place to unwind.
It’d be real nice if we could get the Hanhart 417 ES Chrono here in the US. WatchBuys is sold out and has never restocked and nobody else sells the brand in the US
What a great video and I am so glad you made it to Germany! I spent 3 years there (in Bavaria) and it brought back some great memories and I loved the factory tour, what a great set-up they have. The CNC machines at my work are much larger so really enjoyed seeing theirs in the process, and the amount of pride in the product :) I hope you make it to Japan soon!
Absolutely magnificent tour thank you for the effort put into this video. Watching this video lets you really appreciate the Art of watch making great informative video as always thank you for always going above and beyond with the videos.
Once again you shine light on a history rich brand making real gems. Keep up the great work and we will continue to support your channel.
Thank you my friend, extremely kind of you. This was a thing of pure passion, a labour of love, and so I deeply appreciate it.
Best regards,
TGV
Fantastic video Tristano. I worked in Germany for many years. The guys are so humble yet so proud of their heritage. Hanhart will be my next purchase. Thank you for showing us this horological history.
Just a beautiful video, like always! 🙏 Thank you TGV! Hanhart is just great! 🙌 Salut from Romania 🇷🇴
Having 4 Hanhart chronograph watches in my collection, this tour was very intriguing and thank you TGV.
👏👏👏👏 Now that is pure class!
Thank you and enjoy your collection. May I ask which ones have you got? I'm very intrigued.
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry 1) Pioneer Mk 1 714.210 automatic of the single pusher 1938 2) 1939 Flieger Chronograph 700-1100-00 which only 2,500 were made - all sold out 3) 417ES Panda Flyback 42 mm H721.201.7010 which a matching stainless steel bracelet is on its way 4) Pioneer X 417 Bronze Rake & Revolution H7212.310-7010 with an 8.00 to 8.25 inch wrist I can get away with the 42mm instead of a 39mm with the 417. The other two models are 40mm
Fantastic presentation and production. And Hanhart is so worth the effort. Thank you, TGV!
Thank you Tristano! A wonderful journey in the world of watchmaking. A touch with the birthplace of a mechanical marvel. Now when we look at a Hahnhart watch there will be a different meaning behind it. Grazie!
Love the storytelling around such underexposed brands as Hanhart - especially one that really focuses on the purpose of a watch = keeping time. Thanks for sharing!
My new all-time fav episode! This look into Hanhart's facility, history and employees was truly amazing! Thank you!!!
The Name "Hanhart" is hardwired to the memories of the stopwatch my PE-Teacher had dangling around his neck. That makes it impossible for me to wear the watch.
Is very evident how much and very appreciated you are Tristano, beautiful video and a big salute to Hanhart for open their doors and allowing our favorite watch enthusiast bring a close look to this institution.
Thank you so much TGV for sharing such an enthusiastic watch factory tour! These guys are just great! I love there passion, humor, and friendly moto working environment that they have! This just shows the great work that they achieve and the inspirations that they have of there brand! Thank you so much again TGV for sharing such a exquisite tour of Hanhart watch factory! Stay healthy and well as always! (Nick L) ❤❤❤⏱️⏱️⏱️🦖🦖🦖🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇩🇪🇩🇪🇩🇪
Proud owner of a Pioneer MkI, glad to see what your devotion for such a charming brand has allowed us to see... a deep insight, by the way. Thanks a lot from Spain, lad. 😉
PS Yes... a fully coloured and thick book regarding Hanhart´s history is something to be done. Take the risk, assume the challenge. If you read between the lines, Felix was suggesting you to step forward. Don't be shy, matey 😁
Awesome, love to see the machines at work, as well as the employees at their benches. Thanks for producing this one.
Picked up my 417ES personally in Gütenbach 2 years ago & went to museum as well. Very exciting to get an even deeper insight to this horological significant brand. Thank you for the great content! 😊
Great interview TGV thank you for sharing, now you have me take this amazing chronograph to seriously join my collection...😊
Thank you for opening my eyes to the brand , this brand must of slipped through my radar over the years, I think we all concentrate on the Swiss or Japanese brands to much and forget others that have been going on for years. Love seeing the factory tour esp the old machines I can only imagine the smell of oil like an engineering company. What a great team that showed you around and sounds like they showed you a lot ( probably more then other companies would of )
T, Absolutely first rate video. Your enthusiasm for the brand, history and innovation was matched by the company staff members who were clearly thrilled to have you there. Good work. Best as always. Matthew
Being German myself, this makes me a little bit proud. Great video, Tristano. Hope, you enjoyed your stay! 🕐🍸🍸
What a fantastic tour. Thank you very much TGV. Hanhart watches are really beautiful ones - have to add one to my collection someday.
Such an incredible company. And awesome video. Only 93k views??? Sacrilege.
I cannot think of anybody else who could have made a video like this, T. It is like watching a production from a big media house, and then it’s basically you and a camera operator. Amazing. Truly, truly amazing! And what a cool factory - loved those old school heavy industry machines. And your hosts as well, what lovely people! Big kudos to everyone involved in this 👍
Having a Hanhart on my grail list as well, and after watching this I want it even more! Great content as usual!
This might be my favorite episode. Thank you for introducing me to this maker. My hanhart is probably my favorite non vintage watch.
Wow. What a brilliant brand with history but more importantly, passion to continue using their vast knowledge and old time watchmaking techniques.
Makes me feel happy to know a company like this still exist today.
That’s why I trust Germans and German products. Their culture is based on commitment in everything they do. Yes, they’re a bit too conservative with designs but quality is ALWAYS a priority. In watch making, specifically, I love the fact they’re down to Earth and that every detail has a function. No Swiss BS, you get what you pay. I’m a fan and a 417ES is on my list. Amazing vid T, keep it up. Cheers from 🇪🇸
OMG! I wish I knew you were visiting hanhart and the Black Forest. I would have love to meet you in person. I'm so glad you finally were able to visit the hanhart factory. Myself and some US Military colleagues did a visit in 2021, such a memorable day and experience. For me, hanhart represents the heart of German/Black Forest watch making. Over the moon on this video, well done sir!
As a German myself, I have never heard of this brand yet, so a special thank you in that regard teaching me about my own history :) .. Also the fact it was shown in "Das Boot" was new to me, I'll have a closer look when watching this movie the next time.
It's amazing that you had the opportunity to visit Hanhart! Must have been a great time seeing where your grail was manufactured!
The more I whatch this video, the more I fall in love with this brand... Absolutely great TGV, keep on making videos like these!
The Hanhart factory is different from what I was expecting. I assumed it would be much more like the Swiss watch factories, as in very clinical and modern. Like a laboratory. But apart from that CNC machine and final assembly room, it still resembles what such factories must of looked like, say 60/70 years ago. I also have to mention the sheer enthusiasm of that very young CEO…he really loves what he does!
This was absolutely amazing! I was not aware of the Hanhart brand. The story behind the brand is incredible. Thank you for sharing the passion and story of Hanhart timepieces.
This video truly opened my eyes to Hanhart. What’s truly remarkable is the collaboration between their talented individuals who seamlessly blend art and engineering. This harmonious combination results in the creation of exceptional timepieces. It’s truly a testament to the fusion of creativity and technical expertise within the company.
Best Video by far and I also follow you since this "making real coffee with bialetti and lavazza" video, until today I make my coffee like this, cheers mate keep on onwards and upwards
Heritage makes a company strong. And keeping the same people in the house is important too. Companies fail because they forget their heritage and let their people go. Stay strong, Hanhart. ❤️🇺🇸🦅
Great video.. also Steve McQueen and I were born at the same hospital..50 years apart
TGV wieder mal in Deutschland 🇩🇪
Danke für Deinen Besuch und den tollen Bericht ☺️
Awesome vid! I'd love to see more factory tours, it's another connection we can make to a brand.
This is perfect timing. Just yesterday I heard, that Hanhart was equipping Luftwaffe personnel back in WW2, which was the first time I heard of the brand. Looks almost dressy. Also welcome to Germany. 🇩🇪
Yesterday I checked on wrist a 417 ES flyback reverse panda and I'm thinking whether pull the trigger or not. Your video is strongly pushing on yes direction. Great content as usual.
Wow TGV, what a beautiful experience that was . From the interviews to the camera person filming. It made me feel as if I was there personally on a field trip. As always keep up the fantastic work you put out
TGV, you need to get a custom leather jacket made for yourself and a nice pair of custom, hardcore leather boots. Two items that can age with you and look even better thirty years from now when you return to the Hanhart manufactory for the follow-up to this episode.
Thank you so much TGV for this video! Hanhart is a great brand and very under appreciated, you can see the human side of this on show here! Dedicated small team of workers unlike some massive corporate watch company’s. I’m very sure one day to pick myself one of there great watches!
TGV, absolutely amazing, thank you so much for taking us on your tour of the Hanhart factory, I for one would love to see a full documentary of Hanhart. You will be solely responsible for me acquiring the 417, what a beautiful piece, just seeing where and how it's made with such precision to detail and passion for their timepieces was a joy to watch, I can't wait to get this on my wrist, Thankyou
lnside. Germany. s. Most. Prestigious chronograph
A very good production, this. Seeing how a watch company operates means a lot when you spend relatively much money on a mechanical watch. Knowing that your Hanhart is made almost entirely inhouse by local workers in a socially responsible country is major plus and should be more in focus in relation to other watch brands! I will choose a Hanhart for my next watch purchase! Cheers.
Impressive factory and the watches are truly unique in design and functionality. Looking forward to adding one to my collection.
Danke dafür ! Meier Meinung nach sind die Deutschen Uhrenmanufakturen die besten der Welt. Das Preis-Leistung Verhältnis ist unübertroffen. Keine künstlich aufgeblähten AP oder Rolecks Tarife und trotzdem eine Qualität auf Top Niveau.
Incredibly interesting tour for us and also just to imagine such great technical wonders being produced in that idyllic setting ...well it's magical.
absolutely fantatic insight to a watch company i have the greatest respect for ..my 417es .and why i hold german watch makers as good as any swiss ..their passion shines through ...
Tuning in from Germany. Just wanted to go to sleep, but then TGV drops a video from Germany. That has to be watched or I can't sleep :)
Outstanding video - put a smile on my face! Like you mentioned, the history in that secret room needs to be preserved and recorded!
Que vídeo incrível 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Reforçou ainda mais a minha vontade de ter um cronógrafo Hanhart.
They are so likeable at Hanhart, this is really a great but modest and sincere company.
In 2001 I've asked them to do me a 1941 Replica in steel with the gold plated, decorated 7751 movement of the "Gold Chronograph" and they actually did it!
The watch was running on the wrist at + 1 second per day and lost in position crown up 1 second during the night. After 9 months I've stopped controlling the watch since it kept that performance: incredible!
It's great to see the places you go to, and it's all because the love of watch history , this imo was the best show you've done , thanks for sharing
I have enjoyed this video very, very much. I knew very little about the brand and now after seeing this I would love to own a Hanhart. You've done a great job of showing what it's all about. Thank you!
1:10 Cool you were with me on my local mountain.
Denis!!!! Next time, lets meet for a beer or some Riesling. I will return, I absolutely adored it.
Best regards,
TGV
@@theurbangentry I'd like to, you still have to visit the clock museum in Furtwangen.
TGV just wanted to say I really enjoy your podcast! Especially your travel episodes and your focus on the history of the brands 👍🏼⌚️
Hanhart is my grail watch. During a recent trip to Europe I was disappointed that the only Hanhart dealer in the country I was visiting had no watches on their floor. But I am undaunted! Your video was a beautifully filmed, deep dive into scholarship topped off with ladles of genuine enthusiasm for the brand. I am dying to get a 417es on my wrist!!
Amazing tour and interview. Love their passion for their brand. This is why you are on another level for watch content, sir. I would love to get your 39mm collaboration.
Absolutely incredible video and have a whole new appreciation for Hanhart. Love my 417es! Cant wait to see what the future holds for Hanhart! Would love to see them dip into their heritage with those different cases! Bring it!
Outstanding Video!!! Thank you for sharing your experience with us; I hope you do many more of these in-depth tours. Great Job!
If Carlsberg were to make factory tour videos they still wouldn't be as good as this. What a great journey to be taken on.
What a fantastic video sir. World history actually got me into watches. You have the best watch content. Thanks for bringing us fans on your journey. I apprectiate your time and hard work. What a shame i missed you in Philadelphia. Thats where i currently live. Must of missed that video somehow. Well all the best. Great work!
This was a phenomenal show!
First of all …… lucky bugger!!!!!
Second of all if this doesn’t make you want a Hanhart now I don’t know what will!!! What a fantastic place and brilliant welcoming people! Bravo!!!
Thank you Russell!
Best regards as always to you and your family.
T.
Thank you sooo much for an absolutely great video!! The 417 ES is also one of my grail watches. I hope you have the opportunity to travel to other brands and do similar videos!
God bless!!🙏