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 Watch Co.

Grade: Champion H (in flag)

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 1590597
Grade: Champion H (in flag)
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1901
Size: 16s
Jewels: 7j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: 3/4 Plate
Regulator: Plain
Standard Dial Type: Single-Sunk
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 24.5, 37.2, 58
Movement Markings: [H in Flag]
Champion
Canton, O.
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.235
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 · February 10, 2017

Serial Number 1590597 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The model is correct, the finish for our watch is
gilt, and it is 7 jewel, The movement is marked
champion and has an H in the flag. The lever set
is correct
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 108 D (in Flag) to Champion H (in Flag)
Jewels changed from 17j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No

rock862 242 · March 2, 2016

Serial Number 1590982 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This movement has a H in the flag.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from No. 108 D (in Flag) to Champion H (in Flag)
Jewels changed from 17j to 7J
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No