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 Lafayette Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Lafayette

Private Label(s) in Run:

Theo. Schelle - Milwaukee, Wis.

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 137838
Grade: Lafayette
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1879
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Patent
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.245
Registry Population: 3 (1.00%)

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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.


ChrisG Top Contributor Supporter 543 · February 9, 2023

Serial Number 137838 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Curator : Marked Theo. Pchelle. Thx. eBay item
number:295140208079
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j

Anonymous · September 22, 2021

Serial Number 137997 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j

delllfly22 4 · September 19, 2020

Serial Number 137782 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j

r72gsaol 37 · April 8, 2020

Serial Number 137782 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Private Label J L Gray Cortland NY
Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j

Kevin H 84 · November 11, 2018

Serial Number 137750 was reported as accurate.

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