Full Idea
In previous papers I suggested that the reference is fixed by a test known to experts; it now seems to me that this is just a special case of my use being causally connected to an introducing event.
Gist of Idea
I now think reference by the tests of experts is a special case of being causally connected
Source
Hilary Putnam (Explanation and Reference [1973], II C)
Book Reference
Putnam,Hilary: 'Mind Language and Reality: Papers vol 2' [CUP 1975], p.205
A Reaction
I think he was probably right the first time, and has now wandered off course.