Fine Writing - Stylus Magazine

Made in America—
A. T. Cross
For more than 150 years, A.T. Cross has been internationally recognized for the quality
craftsmanship of its products. Founded by Richard Cross in 1864 in Lincoln,
Rhode Island (where the company’s headquarters and manufacturing facilities
remain today), this distinctly American brand features an extensive line of innovative
writing instruments and personal accessories.
The Ion blends bright colors
with futuristic design.
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Cross was a highly skilled
pen and pencil maker, who
passed his knowledge on to his
son, Alonzo Townsend Cross.
In 1916, the Cross family sold
the company to a trusted
employee, Walter R. Boss, who
later brought his sons Ellery
and W. Russell into the business.
Ellery retired in 1996 and
W. Russell, who later retired in
1985, was joined by his sons
Bradford in 1958 and Russell
in 1961.
David G. Whalen became
president and CEO of the
company in 1999, but Walter
Boss’ grandsons remain an
important piece of the
puzzle today: Russell
A. Boss is chairman
of the board and
Bradford B. Ross is
chairman emeritus.
With more than
twenty-one registered
patents, Cross
has created many important