W.O.E. Dispatch
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W.O.E. CIA Reading List Part 2 - CIA & Traditional Espionage
Top Picks From A CIA Case Officer’s Bookshelf One of the most common requests we receive is for a reading list on...
Read moreTop Picks From A CIA Case Officer’s Bookshelf One of the most common requests we receive is for a reading list on...
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An Inside Look At The Swiss Watch Industry
I Visited Tudor, Omega, IWC, & Breitling - Here Is What I Learned Switzerland is the epicenter of “watches of espionage.” The...
Read moreI Visited Tudor, Omega, IWC, & Breitling - Here Is What I Learned Switzerland is the epicenter of “watches of espionage.” The...
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W.O.E. YouTube: Tactical Watches & Holiday Movies
The Watches Of Die Hard, Home Alone, & Lethal Weapon As we move into the holiday season, we have a special treat...
Read moreThe Watches Of Die Hard, Home Alone, & Lethal Weapon As we move into the holiday season, we have a special treat...
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W.O.E. 2024 Holiday Gift Guide - Top Picks From Other Brands
Our Favorite Tools & Accessories From The Community To help you get the most out of your holiday shopping this year, we...
Read moreOur Favorite Tools & Accessories From The Community To help you get the most out of your holiday shopping this year, we...
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The Wrist Compass In SpecOps - A Brief History
From Waltham To Suunto & Now W.O.E., A Wrist Compass Is Essential Gear For Countless Special Operators While the tools of warfare...
Read moreFrom Waltham To Suunto & Now W.O.E., A Wrist Compass Is Essential Gear For Countless Special Operators While the tools of warfare...
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The Commando Hubert Tudor Black Bay 54 & The Heritage Commando Strap
A Watch & Strap Commemorating The 100th Training Class For France’s Elite Maritime SpecOps Unit Though military-issued timepieces and privately-purchased watches worn...
Read moreA Watch & Strap Commemorating The 100th Training Class For France’s Elite Maritime SpecOps Unit Though military-issued timepieces and privately-purchased watches worn...
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Our Story
W.O.E.® is run by a former Case Officer with the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) with a passion for timepieces. The job of a Case Officer is to recruit spies and steal secrets to collect strategic intelligence. While the location and the mission changed over the years, the one thing that remained the same was the presence of a reliable timepiece on the wrist.
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Special Operations Focused
Read All Spec Ops ArticlesThis section is dedicated to exploring the world of watches through the lens of military and tactical operations. With a focus on durability, functionality, and precision, this section offers in-depth reviews, analysis, and insider knowledge watches and special missions.
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Intelligence Focused
Read All Intel ArticlesThis section is dedicated to the messaging and unique influence watches have in the Intelligence Community, and on the world that they effect. This intelligence section offers expert insights and analysis on the role of watches in intelligence operations and espionage.
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Culture Focused
Read All Culture ArticlesThis section is a global exploration of watches and their cultural significance across different regions and communities around the world. From traditional craftsmanship to cutting-edge technology, this explore section showcases the diversity and richness of the world of watches.
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