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: Special (Adjusted)

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 1956206
Grade: Special (Adjusted)
Estimated Production Year: 1904
Size: 18s
Jewels: 17j
Movement Finish: Nickel
Regulator: Teske
Adjusted: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.407
Registry Population:
Scoped for This Run Only
3 (0.64%)

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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.


steamer471 Supporter 20 · February 22, 2024

Serial Number 1956022 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: not 18s and only seven jewel currently for sale on
ebay.

Anonymous · October 26, 2022

Serial Number 1956026 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Brass finish, not adjusted, safety pinion.
Champion H (in Flag)
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · April 16, 2022

Serial Number 1956468 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This is an 18 size, 17 jewel "Special Adjusted"
full nickel plate raised Teske screw regulator,
stem wind, lever set open face model. Cheers.
duffy l.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Champion H (in Flag) to Special (adjusted)
Size changed from 16 to 18
Jewels changed from 7J to 17j
Movement Finish changed from Gilt to Nickel
Adjusted changed from No to Yes
Railroad Grade changed from No to Yes