Brush, 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

Brush (Implement)

Date Made

circa 1920

Location

at Greenfield Village in Ford Home

Object ID

51.13.229.20

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Clara Ford Estate.

Material

Bristle
Wire
Quill (Feather material)

Color

Brown
Gray (Color)

Brush, Used by Henry Ford for Watch Repair, circa 1920