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 No. 240 Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: No. 240

Private Label(s) in Run:

W.J. Johnston Co. No. 240

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 2774157
Grade: No. 240
Variation: W.J. Johnston Co. Special
Model: 4
Estimated Production Year: 1910
Size: 16s
Jewels: 17j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Pendant
Plate: Bridge Plate
Regulator: Hampden Star
Adjusted: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 24.5, 37.52, 58
Movement Markings: Hampden
Canton, O.
17 Jewels
Adjusted
Safety Pinion
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.245
Registry Population: 13 (1.63%)

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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 · March 14, 2023

Serial Number 2774597 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Pendant Set
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 240
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Pendant

Rcardkidz 3459 · November 19, 2021

Serial Number 2774020 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 240
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Pendant

ChrisG Top Contributor Supporter 543 · November 14, 2021

Serial Number 2774367 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Curator : Movement #2774367 marked Adjusted
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 240
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Pendant

Anonymous · February 28, 2021

Serial Number 2774157 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 240
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Pendant

texnet 684 · September 20, 2020

Serial Number 2774505 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 240
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Pendant

Anonymous · June 6, 2019

Serial Number 2774167 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 240
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Pendant

Anonymous · July 9, 2017

Serial Number 2774595 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 240
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Pendant
Hampden Grade No. 240 Pocket Watch