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 Hancock Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: John Hancock

Gold Jewel Settings

Private Label(s) in Run:

Katy Special

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 1027331
Grade: John Hancock
Model: 4
Estimated Production Year: 1897
Size: 18s
Jewels: 21j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Hampden Star
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted # of Positions: 5
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 15 (1.73%)

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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 · August 30, 2023

Serial Number 1027482 was reported as accurate.

cbzimm Supporter 468 · January 7, 2022

Serial Number 1027142 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 26, 2021

Serial Number 1027438 was reported as accurate.

RobTaylor 2 · February 24, 2019

Serial Number 1027321 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: S/N 1027321, This movement is a railroad movement
called a "Katy Special". It appears to be
identical to the " John Hancock". If I'm mistaken
I would appreciate correction information. Thanks
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · March 30, 2018

Serial Number 1027981 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 27, 2018

Serial Number 1027785 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 22, 2015

Serial Number 1027570 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: watch says 17 jewels - looks the same as drawing

Anonymous · June 22, 2015

Serial Number 1027570 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 22, 2015

Serial Number 1027570 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · August 8, 2014

Serial Number 1027989 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 30, 2014

Serial Number 1027970 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Configuration changed from Openface to Hunting
Factory Model changed from 3 to 4
Hampden Grade John Hancock Pocket Watch