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 Dueber Hampden Special Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Dueber Hampden Special

Private Label(s) in Run:

Egerman & Son Aurora Ill.
C.W. French Ionia Mich Special
Harward Special

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 2490765
Grade: Dueber Hampden Special
Model: 4
Estimated Production Year: 1908
Size: 3/0s
Jewels: 7j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 13, 38.6, 54.4
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.245
Registry Population: 4 (0.40%)

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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.


Savntyme Supporter 10 · June 21, 2019

Serial Number 2490765 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: MY Duebner Hampden Special serial#2490765 is 3/0
7?J, flat dial with 60 second small dial. I have
pictures and trying to upload them
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If you could upload images of your watch, it would be helpful for documenation. https://pocketwatchdatabase.com/blog/2017/08/08/how-can-i-upload-photos-of-my-watch-to-the-pocket-watch-database/
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Dueber Hampden Special
Size changed from 18 to 3/0
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Lever
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

Anonymous · May 4, 2017

Serial Number 2490511 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Ladies watch O size. Dueber Hampden Special. 2
finger Bridge. Hunting Lever set.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Dueber Hampden Special
Size changed from 18 to 3/0
Plate changed from Full to Bridge

Anonymous · February 8, 2014

Serial Number 2490847 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Dueber Hampden Special
Jewels changed from 15j to 7J
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Lever
Hampden Grade Dueber Hampden Special Pocket Watch