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 Chester Woolworth Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Chester Woolworth

Private Label(s) in Run:

Alex Weed Stamford, Conn.
Headlight No. 1
J.R. Benjamin
Oriental
G.W. Brumm - Boise City, Idaho

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 107161
Grade: Chester Woolworth
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1878
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Gold Settings (Screw-Set)
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Micrometer
Adjusted: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.245
Registry Population: 6 (1.20%)

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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 · May 23, 2023

Serial Number 107003 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · March 17, 2023

Serial Number 107003 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth
Adjusted changed from No to Yes

Anonymous · April 9, 2017

Serial Number 107161 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Mine says JR Benjamin on movment
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth

Anonymous · January 9, 2014

Serial Number 107035 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Grade Woolworth 17 Jewels
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Chester Woolworth
Hampden Grade Chester Woolworth Pocket Watch