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 Lafayette Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Lafayette

Private Label(s) in Run:

Monmouth, Ill.

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 214636
Grade: Lafayette
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1881
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Patent
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.235
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.


Anonymous · November 22, 2020

Serial Number 214655 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 6, 2018

Serial Number 214636 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 4, 2018

Serial Number 214577 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · November 20, 2017

Serial Number 214599 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · December 25, 2015

Serial Number 214911 was reported as accurate.

fjedkin 2 · March 1, 2015

Serial Number 214636 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j
Hampden Grade Lafayette Pocket Watch