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 Watch Co.

Grade: No. 101

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 801662
Grade: No. 101
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1893
Size: 16s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Regulator: Patent
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Position: No
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 24.5, 37.2, 58
Movement Markings: Hampden Watch Co.
Canton, Ohio.
Adjusted
Pat. Pinion
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.290
Registry Population: 2 (2.00%)

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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.


ChrisG Top Contributor Supporter 551 · July 6, 2022

Serial Number 801662 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Curator : s/n 801662 is a 15 or 11 jewel.. Thx
https://www.ebay.com/itm/255605340182
Curator Response: Thanks for the report and link. The movement is most consistent with the Grade 101 classification, which is quite rare. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 106 Anchor D (in flag) to No. 101
Jewels changed from 17j to 15j

Anonymous · October 19, 2020

Serial Number 801686 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 106 Anchor D (in flag) to No. 101
Jewels changed from 17j to 15j