W.O.E. Dispatch
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W.O.E. YouTube: A Mystery Death In Oslo
Is Jennifer Fairgate's Watch A Clue? In 1995, an unidentified woman was found dead under mysterious circumstances in a luxurious Oslo hotel....
Read moreIs Jennifer Fairgate's Watch A Clue? In 1995, an unidentified woman was found dead under mysterious circumstances in a luxurious Oslo hotel....
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Watch Industry SITREP - December 2024
Espionage In Luxury, Trump Tariffs, Watch Crime, & The Watches Of Middle-Eastern Leaders By Benjamin Lowry It’s time for the December edition...
Read moreEspionage In Luxury, Trump Tariffs, Watch Crime, & The Watches Of Middle-Eastern Leaders By Benjamin Lowry It’s time for the December edition...
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Top W.O.E. Dispatch Articles Of 2024
Omega Unit Watches, Vladimir Putin, The Seiko 6309, & A Black Pelagos FXD - It’s Been A Big Year With 2024 drawing...
Read moreOmega Unit Watches, Vladimir Putin, The Seiko 6309, & A Black Pelagos FXD - It’s Been A Big Year With 2024 drawing...
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Santa The Spymaster: What Watch Would He Actually Wear?
Would St. Nick Opt For A Diver, GMT, Or A Chronograph On The Big Night? While you may think of Santa Claus...
Read moreWould St. Nick Opt For A Diver, GMT, Or A Chronograph On The Big Night? While you may think of Santa Claus...
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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.® 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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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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