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: Champion H (in flag)

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 1098695
Grade: Champion H (in flag)
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1897
Size: 16s
Jewels: 11j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Unknown
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 24.5, 37.2, 58
Movement Markings: HWCo.
Canton, O.
[H in Flag]
Safety Pinion
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
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.


Rcardkidz 3398 · January 25, 2021

Serial Number 1098686 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever to Unknown

Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · August 27, 2018

Serial Number 1098695 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: I just took it apart, it's 11j.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection so we can take a closer look.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 7J to 11j
Movement Setting changed from Lever to Unknown

Anonymous · August 23, 2018

Serial Number 1098695 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 7J to 11j
Movement Setting changed from Lever to Unknown