Ezra Kelley (1798-1895) was a watch maker from New Bedford, Massachusetts. He is credited with the discovery that oil from the jaw and head of porpoises and blackfish (or pilot whales) was the best known lubricant for the delicate workings of watches and chronometers.
It was the 'go to' oil for many years because it stayed put ... in other words a tiny drop placed on a critical point stayed there and didn't 'flow' away from its placement.
These days watches are literally a 'dime a dozen' and an attractive watch is a convenience store away.
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