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:

Egerman & Son Aurora, Ill.
Sheaffer Special Ft.Madison & Bloomfield, Iowa

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 2491647
Model: 4
Estimated Production Year: 1908
Size: 3/0s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Dial Feet Locations: 13, 38.6, 54.4
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.246
Registry Population: 1 (0.10%)

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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.


NumbatNinja Supporter 48 · February 16, 2024

Serial Number 2491647 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: #2491647 Marked Diadem

Anonymous · August 24, 2018

Serial Number 2491644 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · May 13, 2017

Serial Number 2491861 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.
Hampden Grade  Pocket Watch