Exhibit 16
June 12, 2009
Securities and Exchange Commission
100 F Street, N.E.
Washington, D.C. 20549
Gentlemen:
We have read Item 4.01 of Form 8-K dated June 12, 2009 of The Eastern Company and are in agreement with the statements contained in paragraphs (a) (ii), (iv) and (v) therein. We have no basis to agree or disagree with other statements of the registrant contained therein.
/s/ UHY LLP