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 Dueber Watch Co. Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Dueber Watch Co.

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 1404350
Grade: Dueber Watch Co.
Model: 3
Estimated Production Year: 1900
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Hampden Star
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 21.7, 37, 59
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.245
Registry Population: 5 (3.31%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -11.19% Analyzing 203 Sales

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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.


WatchThatMan 38 · April 23, 2023

Serial Number 1404350 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Watch is 15 jewels, not 21
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from North American Railway to Dueber Watch Co.
Jewels changed from 21j to 15j
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · October 14, 2017

Serial Number 1404440 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Lever setting --

Anonymous · January 17, 2017

Serial Number 1404440 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: I'd love to think this is a railroad watch, but I
don't think it is. The movement is not inscribed
21 jewels -- or any jewel count -- and it doesn't
say "adjusted." Also, the dial features roman
numerals, not arabic ones, which I think
disqualifies it from railroad grade status. It is
a Model III, as noted, and is lever-set ... it's a
nice watch that keeps very good time, but I don't
think it's as advertised here.
Curator Response: The Hampden database has been reconstructed from known examples. Please upload photos of you watch so we can update the ranges accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from North American Railway to Dueber Watch Co.
Jewels changed from 21j to 15j
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · July 30, 2016

Serial Number 1404485 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: this watch is marked Dueber Watch Co. and is a 15
jewel watch. It is not marked adjusted, the rest
of the description fits.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from North American Railway to Dueber Watch Co.
Jewels changed from 21j to 15j
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · November 26, 2014

Serial Number 1404413 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from North American Railway to Dueber Watch Co.
Jewels changed from 21j to 15j
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No
Hampden Grade Dueber Watch Co. Pocket Watch