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:

MJ & Co.

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 202977
Model: 3
Estimated Production Year: 1881
Size: 18s
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Dial Feet Locations: 21.7, 37, 59
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.235
Registry Population: 1 (0.56%)

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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.


PHIL1199 Supporter 958 · February 27, 2022

Serial Number 202977 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: This serial number is on an 18s, 13Js, Hunting,
private label Goodman King, St Louis, Mo.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · December 8, 2019

Serial Number 202854 was reported as accurate.

Hampden Grade  Pocket Watch