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: 149874
Grade: Chester Woolworth
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1879
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Movement Markings: Woolworth
Springfield, Mass.
Pat. Pinion
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.204
Registry Population: 4 (1.33%)

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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 · June 26, 2021

Serial Number 149741 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Hi, this one is a Woolworth 15 jewels and marked
adjusted on the movement.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 33 to Chester Woolworth

akristyb 10 · December 22, 2018

Serial Number 149753 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 35 to Chester Woolworth
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · November 30, 2018

Serial Number 149753 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 35 to Chester Woolworth
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · November 30, 2018

Serial Number 149753 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 35 to Chester Woolworth
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Gimparoo Supporter 703 · July 15, 2017

Serial Number 149781 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 35 to Chester Woolworth
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · December 3, 2016

Serial Number 149853 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 35 to Chester Woolworth
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No
Hampden Grade Chester Woolworth Pocket Watch