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

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 128399
Grade: Chester Woolworth
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1879
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Plain
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 3 (1.68%)

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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 · November 6, 2019

Serial Number 128553 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth

winterwolf Supporter 97 · July 4, 2019

Serial Number 128399 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This movement is lever set, not key.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Chester Woolworth
Movement Configuration changed from Either to Hunting
Factory Model changed from 1 to 2
Movement Setting changed from Key to Lever

Anonymous · November 24, 2018

Serial Number 128553 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth

Anonymous · November 24, 2017

Serial Number 128533 was reported as accurate.

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