Theodore R. Crom Papers

Collection

Identifier: MS Group 096

Staff Only

Scope and Content

Typescripts, galley proofs, illustrations, and bibliographic material used by Crom when publishing Horological Shop Tools (1980) and Horological and Other Shop Tools (1987).

Dates

Creation: 1968-1987

Creator

Crom, Theodore R. (Person)

Access

The collection is open for research.

Biographical/Historical Note

Theodore R. "Ted" Crom is a retired structural engineer contractor and the author of several publications on horological subjects, particularly focusing on the tools used to manufacture clocks and watches. He holds an honorary Doctor of Engineering degree from the University of Maryland, is a Silver Star Fellow of the National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors, a British Horological Institute Fellow, and a Barrett Silver Medal awardee, and is a member of numerous horological associations worldwide.

Extent

2 Linear feet (5 boxes)

Language of Materials

English

Additional Description

Abstract

Research material collected and written by Theodore "Ted" R. Crom for his books on horological tools.

Physical Location

University of Florida Smathers Library Building

Alternate Form of Material

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