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 No. 71 Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: No. 71

Private Label(s) in Run:

Independent Watch Co. - Fedonia, N.Y.

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 172115
Grade: No. 71
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1880
Size: 18s
Jewels: 11j
Jewel Setting: Friction
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
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 2 (2.22%)

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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.


dcooper Supporter 221 · October 1, 2017

Serial Number 172115 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 172115 is 11j KW/KS Model 1 gilt movement for
"Independent Watch Co." Fedonia, N.Y.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Special Railway to No. 71
Jewels changed from 23j to 11j
Movement Setting changed from Lever to Key
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No
Plate changed from Unknown to Full
Hampden Grade No. 71 Pocket Watch