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Thomas Mudge

British horologist (1715-1794) · Scientists · Died at 79

Thomas Mudge was an English horologist who invented the lever escapement, a technological improvement to the pocket watch.

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Scientists
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Scientist
Status
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Lived 1715 to 1794 · aged 79