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:

Traveler
Continental

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 85088
Grade: Springfield
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1877
Size: 18s
Jewels: 11j
Jewel Setting: Friction
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Movement Markings: Traveler
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 2 (0.80%)
$ 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.


Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · October 2, 2020

Serial Number 85159 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Nickel, jewel count unconfirmed (either 11 or 15,
most likely 11 as in other examples with this
label). Model 1. Images en route.

Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · October 2, 2020

Serial Number 84977 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Springfield grade, 11 jewel. Model 1, uploaded
images.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Traveler to Springfield

Anonymous · March 1, 2020

Serial Number 85059 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Lafayette to Springfield

Anonymous · September 17, 2018

Serial Number 84975 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Traveler to Springfield

Anonymous · September 17, 2014

Serial Number 85158 was reported as accurate.

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

gcassidy 19 · November 19, 2013

Serial Number 84995 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: also listed as EDEN PARK on movement.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Traveler to Springfield
Jewels changed from 7J to 11j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt to Nickel

Anonymous · October 6, 2013

Serial Number 84995 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Traveler to Springfield
Jewels changed from 7J to 11j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt to Nickel
Hampden Grade Springfield Pocket Watch