Yes, let us get back on track.
There is clear evidence that the Synchronar went on sale to the public in 1972, several years before the analog solar Crystron watch which went on sale in 1976. Early examples of the Synchronar were featured in the catalog of the well known Hammacher Schlemmer store in New York City.
At this point in the development on the DWF, we should all be in agreement that the Synchronar was the first solar watch availalbe to the public.
I think this is clear and if any one on the DWF does not agree then I think it would be important to supply them with all the appropriate information to clarify this. Anyone who spends the time and interest pariticipating in the DWF is in fact a expert in the field and their opinion matters.
I have not been able to update my website soluhr.com in awhile. I know now that what I have listed as the 1972 solar Uranus prototype was actually made after 1972. After all my research, I think that the Synchronar has the clear claim as the first solar watch. It is unfortunate that mainstream publications like WatchTimes are not fully informed of important historical developments. DWF members should email the Norma Buchanan, Senior Editor
nbuchanan@watchtime.com to let her know that you noticed her error. The more people she hears from the more likely they are to correct their facts in their publication.