concept
Photo courtesy of Jo L'Helvète
Havid Nagan has been founded with one underlying principle - reintroduce the concept of fine watchmaking to the dynamic coterie that is the modern generation. Our designs draw inspiration from 18th & 19th century design motifs; delving deep into ancient watchmaking practices and techniques used by artisans of the time. Each watch produced is the design culmination of traditional watchmaking and modern horological technologies. Havid Nagan timepieces are designed and created for those with particular appreciation of fine, unique watchmaking.
Anatole Schwob’s commissioned building, Villa Schwob, architected by La Corbusier; watercolor drawing, Phil Buerer, 2015
Born in the heart of swiss watchmaking
Havid Nagan timepieces are produced, tested, and serviced in the heart of Swiss watchmaking - La Chaux-de-Fonds. Thus, the heart, spirit, and expertise of traditional watchmaking craftsmanship is found in each Havid Nagan timepiece. A ‘saluer’ to the artisans and craftsmen that have fundamentally secured our industry for centuries. While we do work with different manufacturers that are specialized in particular fields, our watches are always created in Switzerland.
While our history is just beginning, it is tethered, at inception, to the heritage of the city recognized for its watchmaking globally by UNESCO. Nestled in between the Jura Mountains, built and developed on a grid, decorated with stucco architecture, there is no geographical substitute for Havid Nagan watches to be assembled in.
Our legacy is coupled with that of the small Swiss municipality and in mutual benefit. The region’s community is what makes it what it is; an analog for one of Havid Nagan’s missions - nurture a community of passionate collectors linked by one common thread.
A vision of the past,
for the future.
“It is with sincere pleasure and honor I introduce myself, my brand, and my creations to the world. Havid Nagan is my expression of high-horology for the contemporary generation. Each timepiece is a vessel for my modern interpretation of classical 18th & 19th century watchmaking. Studying this era while working with the greatest living watchmaker of our time, Francois-Paul Journe, brought me to the realization of my raison d’etre.
My fascination for the classical watchmaking traditions and designs of the past, paradoxically combined with today’s manufacturing, materials, & technical capabilities, guides me in designing and producing unique timepieces.
I intend on cultivating a group of genuine and sincere enthusiasts and collectors with Havid Nagan. I welcome you to join me in celebrating our mutual, magnificent passion!”
- Aren Bazerkanian, Founder