Tick-tock sound is so soothing

Peter Stas, Frederique Constant chief executive

What was the first watch you owned? A Seiko Diver when I was 15 years old. This was when quartz watches were the favourite and Seiko ruled the watch industry.

Which aspect of watch craftsmanship do you like most? The mechanical calibre and design of a watch. I like the intricateness of the mechanical calibre with its hundreds of parts. The tick-tock sound is natural and soothes day-to-day life. The design is also important for me because it is the outside of the watch that we see first.

What is your favourite time of day? The evening. I like to meet people in a social environment. It is always nice to hear other opinions and to socialise.