Task & Purpose Article about WWI American Made Trench Watches
American horology is finally getting the respect it deserves! I was recently interviewed by reporter Jeff Schogol with Task & Purpose, a highly respected American military news agency. We talked about American made WWI military watches and I laid it all out for him. FAR too often inept writers in the watch industry erroneously give credit for EVERYTHING ever conceived to the Swiss watch manufacturers. But, times are changing and the TRUTH is FINALLY being published in major outlets. The Americans played a much bigger role in horological advancements than they are given credit for. Very glad I had the opportunity to contribute to this article! Great job Jeff! The article link is below.
https://taskandpurpose.com/culture/world-war-i-wristwatches/
Recipient of the 2023 NAWCC Roberts-Taylor Award for Excellence in the Field of Horological Research. Multiple Title Watch Book Author, Vintage American Military Watch Dealer, Watchmaker.
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