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Our founders, Hartwig Balke and George Thomas have rejuvenated the spirit of American Watchmaking over the past 30 years. They have mentored the next generation of American watchmakers - inspiring local artisans and engineers to work with their hands.

These are the stories that define the TWC Brand.

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The Forgotten Colors of the American Pilot Watch

Pilot watches, icons of practicality and precision, evolved predominantly into monochromatic palettes—black and white—celebrated for clarity, legibility, and efficiency. Yet, buried beneath layers of minimalist convention lies a fascinating, colorful chapter in American aviation history, one where vibrancy wasn’t mere decoration, but a deliberate and essential tool of navigation.

The Observatory Dial on Towson’s New CHOPTANK

The new Choptank, with its blend of historical homage and contemporary aesthetics, promises to attract both long-time Towson Watch collectors and newcomers drawn by the fusion of traditional watchmaking and distinctive brand identity. As its release date approaches, anticipation builds for a Towson Watch that captures the legacy of TWC and its artistic vision going forward.

A Fresh Discovery for Many, a Refined Classic for the Discerning Few

The Talbot: A Pre-Release Introduction

Collector's Handbook: Second Edition Choptank

Reflecting on the Origins of the CHOPTANK with Hartwig Balke and Spencer Shattuck

The Observatory Dial on Towson’s New CHOPTANK

Restoring & Remaking the Oldest Watch in the World

Custom Towson Watches

The Forgotten Colors of the American Pilot Watch

Pride for American Watchmaking

Towson Classic: Coveted Gems in the TWC Collections

A New Mission: Precision Timekeeping in the COCKPIT

Proving that Automatic Watches Work in Outer-Space

Start Collecting with Real Watchmakers

PRO-CLASS: The Archetypes of Towson Watch Owners

Tactical Luxury | Mission Chronograph

WOODEN DIAL-MAKING | THE SHERWOOD

The Art of Rebuilding Swiss Calibers

POTOMAC "The Base Edition"

Collector's Guide to the SKIPJACK

HALF-SKELLY: A Collector's Handbook

The TWC Shield | Logo History

From Logo to Watch

Reference Guide | Mission Collection

From CHRONOMETER to CHOPTANK

NORTH.er | In the Wild

Will a Towson Watch last a lifetime?

Kevin Plank's Purchase of Towson Watch Company

An Introduction | The TWC Brand

TWC x Benzinger

The Year of the CHOPTANK

POTOMAC Reference Guide

An Introduction to the GMT Compass

Looking Back at 2022: A New Era for American Watchmaking

Evolving the SKIPJACK

Making the Mechanical Movement: Not Just Using One.

A Grassroots American Watch Brand

The Founders of Towson Watch Company

Our Watchmaking Partners | The Making of a Towson Watch

Naming the RECRUIT vs CADET: Towson’s Small Town Roots as a Specialty Watchmaker

Hartwig's Swan-Song to Recruits & Cadets

Hartwig's Technical Requirements : MARTIN M-130

Recruit vs Cadet CR250: Inspiration & Intentions

A German Backbone - Achieving the TWC Quality Standard

CHOPTANK: An Instrumental Beacon

Celebrating 20 Years of the MISSION M250 : Origins Rooted in Outer Space

The Gift of Time | Your Most Valuable Asset

Artisanal Mechanical Watchmaking

TWC | Wristwatch Annual 2022

POTOMAC | American Pocket Watch For the Wrist

Changing hands: 23-year-old entrepreneur takes over Towson luxury watch brand from Under Armour founder Kevin Plank

Blending Old Wisdom with New Vision

HODINKEE | Can You Name Every Watch That's Gone To Space?

Exploring Life & Business with Spencer Shattuck of Towson Watch Company

The Art of Skeletonizing

A Closer Look | Triple Crown

Cockpit Moon | A Review by "The Time Bum"

The Generational Value of a Fine Timepiece

TWC | CAM DAS

Aviator's Gallery | Martin M-130

George Thomas: Master Horologist & Co-Founder of Towson Watch Company

Crafting the Art of Time

The Captain's Instrument

NORTH.er : An Introduction to Towson's Wrist Compass

The Pride of Baltimore

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