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  Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.
Private Label(s) in Run:

Boston Watch Co.
Boston, Mass. - U.S.A.
D.C. Barrows Willimatic, Conn.

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 182601
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1880
Size: 18s
Jewels: 11j
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 2 (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.


sangamo 20 · September 7, 2013

Serial Number 182681 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: it said the l b s
Hampden Grade  Pocket Watch