Pocket Watch Database

Due to the lack of existing factory records, our Hampden Watch Co. database has been reconstructed using observations of known watches.
As a result, the information may contain inaccuracies. Please let us know if you have details that can improve the database.

From the American Horology Archive:
Hampden Grade Springfield Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Springfield

Private Label(s) in Run:

Independent Watch Co. Fredonia, N.Y.

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 217097
Grade: Springfield
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1882
Size: 18s
Jewels: 11j
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Movement Markings: Springfield, Mass.
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 8 (1.33%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -10.48% Analyzing 64 Sales

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Verification Reports for this Run

The following reports have been graciously submitted by dedicated members in reference to this production run. These reports are useful to verify data and track inaccuracies that require further research. Please note that reports may contain inaccurate information or assumptions that must be dilligently considered with other available sources.


cmould Supporter 192 · March 5, 2023

Serial Number 217121 was reported as accurate.

Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · February 24, 2022

Serial Number 217509 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This watch matches the description and
observations of the Springfield grade, 11 jewels.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 33 to Springfield
Jewels changed from 15j to 11j

cdrridg 42 · December 19, 2013

Serial Number 217097 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Springfield
Hampden Grade Springfield Pocket Watch