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: 1213713
Grade: Champion H (in flag)
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1898
Size: 16s
Jewels: 7j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 24.5, 37.2, 58
Movement Markings: Champion
[H in Flag]
Canton, O.
Safety Pinion
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.235
Registry Population: 1 (0.20%)

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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.


kansasbeals 20 · December 19, 2021

Serial Number 1213713 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Movement number 1213713 is a 16S 7J Champion
grade.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from New Railway to Champion H (in Flag)
Size changed from 18 to 16
Jewels changed from 17j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No
Plate changed from Unknown to 3/4