File, Used by Henry Ford for Watch Repair, circa 1920
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Artifact Overview
Watches were some of the first machines to catch Henry Ford's interest. For his 13th birthday, he received a pocket watch which he quickly took apart -- and then put back together in perfect working order. Young Ford often fixed watches for friends and neighbors. Clocks and watches -- and their repair -- remained a lifelong hobby for him.
Artifact Details
Artifact
File (Tool)
Date Made
circa 1920
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
51.13.229.32
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Clara Ford Estate.
Material
Metal
Wood (Plant Material)
Color
Brown
Gray (Color)
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