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:

W.J. Johnston Co. No. 240
W.J. Johnston Co. No. 240

What is a Private Label?
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 2775329
Model: 4
Estimated Production Year: 1910
Size: 16s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Bridge Plate
Regulator: Hampden Star
Adjusted: No
Dial Feet Locations: 24.5, 37.52, 58
Movement Markings: Hampden
Canton, O.
15 Jewels
Safety Pinion
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.246
Registry Population: 6 (1.00%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -4.13% Analyzing 2,230 Sales

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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.


1dueberincanton Supporter 35 · February 22, 2024

Serial Number 2775328 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The grade on this movement is No.220
Private Label run from
W.J.JOHNSTON Co.

MoatsJustin1 top-contributor 4700 · November 26, 2021

Serial Number 2775553 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Lever

Anonymous · August 5, 2018

Serial Number 2775393 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Lever

Anonymous · July 11, 2018

Serial Number 2775393 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Lever

Anonymous · August 21, 2017

Serial Number 2775521 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Lever

Anonymous · July 7, 2017

Serial Number 2775521 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Setting changed from Lever or Pendant to Lever

Gasperoff Supporter 727 · February 20, 2015

Serial Number 2775225 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Gasperoff Supporter 727 · February 16, 2015

Serial Number 2775225 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Adjusted changed from Yes to No

Anonymous · December 21, 2014

Serial Number 2775153 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Jewels changed from ? to 15j
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Hampden Grade  Pocket Watch