About the Author

Richard M Gilbert has been an active Horologist since receiving his college business degree. He has been an active contributor for the past 15 years. Vice President, Ashland Investments one of the leading pocket watch dealers in the US. Educated in the pocet watch business by his Father Richard E Gilbert, the top expert in pocket watch identification and value. An active Horologist since the early 1960's and an active member in the NAWCC. Tom has owned his own antique and collectibles establishment since the late 60's. A highly respected expert in wristwatch identification and values, including Rolex, Longine, Omega and Vacheron to name a few.