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 John C. Dueber Special Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: John C. Dueber Special

Private Label(s) in Run:

A. Skusa Havre, Mont.
C.T. Jenkins B & A RR Special
B&A Special

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 1008801
Grade: John C. Dueber Special
Model: 3
Estimated Production Year: 1897
Size: 18s
Jewels: 17j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Patent
Adjusted: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 21.7, 37, 59
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 2 (1.00%)

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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.


Anonymous · February 7, 2024

Serial Number 1008814 was reported as accurate.

BJBURN 29 · July 26, 2021

Serial Number 1008866 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 1, 2018

Serial Number 1008876 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 29, 2017

Serial Number 1008803 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: John C. Dueber - Special, gold screws,
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from John C. Dueber to John C. Dueber Special
Hampden Grade John C. Dueber Special Pocket Watch