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 John Hancock Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: John Hancock

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 1975375
Grade: John Hancock
Model: 4
Estimated Production Year: 1904
Size: 12s
Jewels: 21j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever or Pendant
Plate: Bridge Plate
Regulator: Patent
Adjusted: Yes
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 17.0, 37.7, 58.1
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 5 (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.


cmdraven 3970 · February 14, 2020

Serial Number 1975398 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever to Lever or Pendant

Anonymous · January 5, 2019

Serial Number 1975274 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The watch states 17 jewels not 21
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection so we can take a closer look.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever to Lever or Pendant

Anonymous · July 9, 2017

Serial Number 1975496 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever to Lever or Pendant
Hampden Grade John Hancock Pocket Watch