IN THE PRESENCE OF A LEGEND

REVERENCE WAS THE THEME OF THE DAY WHEN WE SPOKE TO MASTER WATCHMAKER AND CO-FOUNDER OF LA FABRIQUE DU TEMPS LOUIS VUITTON, MICHEL NAVAS.

- SUFFIAN HAKIM

BEING IN THE PRESENCE OF Michel Navas, co-founder of La Fabrique Du Temps Louis Vuitton, and one of the most revered master watchmakers of our time, is like standing before a living embodiment of horological art and precision. Known for his extensive career with prestigious maisons such as Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet, Navas brings a quiet, almost meditative energy to his craft. He exudes an aura of both deep focus and humility, as if every gear, spring, and escapement he touches is an extension of his being.

We learnt this when we spoke to him at a Louis Vuitton showcase in Phuket earlier this year.

His attention to detail is legendary. When you watch him work, it feels as though time slows down. He meticulously handles the tiniest components of a watch with the grace of an artist painting fine strokes. His mastery goes beyond the mechanical. It’s about capturing the essence of time in its purest form. Observing Navas at work, you appreciate that every luxury timepiece is not just an accessory but a living testament to centuries of craft.