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 Chester Woolworth Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Chester Woolworth

Private Label(s) in Run:

The Climax

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 247604
Grade: Chester Woolworth
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1882
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Teske
Adjusted: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.270
Registry Population: 8 (0.62%)

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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.


us0204 Supporter 32 · October 24, 2022

Serial Number 247583 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Nickel finish not gikt
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth

Anonymous · December 2, 2020

Serial Number 248621 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth

Anonymous · November 20, 2020

Serial Number 248621 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth

Anonymous · September 28, 2019

Serial Number 248591 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth

Anonymous · September 5, 2019

Serial Number 248014 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: the movement doesn't have Woolworth on it .
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Woolworth to Chester Woolworth

Anonymous · March 8, 2016

Serial Number 247604 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: model II 18s 11 jewel (physical count)
hunting, lever set
nickel full plate not adjusted safety
pinion
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Chester Woolworth
Plate changed from Unknown to Full

Anonymous · October 14, 2015

Serial Number 247807 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The movement is marked:
"Lafayette
"PAT. PINION"
"Springfield Mass."
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Chester Woolworth

grizzly1nv 2 · April 10, 2014

Serial Number 247578 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Chester Woolworth
Hampden Grade Chester Woolworth Pocket Watch