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 Hampden Watch Co. Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Hampden Watch Co.

Private Label(s) in Run:

Independent Watch Co. - Fredonia, N.Y.

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 125642
Grade: Hampden Watch Co.
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1879
Size: 18s
Jewels: 11j
Jewel Setting: Burnished Jewels
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Plain
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.270
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.


Anonymous · September 18, 2021

Serial Number 125563 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: marked Independent Watch Co Fredonia NY
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Hampden Watch Co.
Jewels changed from 15j to 11j

Anonymous · May 1, 2018

Serial Number 125656 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Hampden Watch Co.
Jewels changed from 15j to 11j
Hampden Grade Hampden Watch Co. Pocket Watch