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. 42 Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: No. 42

Private Label(s) in Run:

Geo. B. Shadbolt - Muskegon, Mich.

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 393770
Grade: No. 42
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1885
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Finish Pattern: Geometric Radial
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Teske
Standard Dial Type: Double-Sunk
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Movement Markings: Hampden Watch Co.
Springfield, Mass.
Patent Pinion
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 3 (1.00%)

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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.


ChrisG Top Contributor Supporter 533 · June 16, 2023

Serial Number 393965 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: PL - Verification image - 275903090624
Curator Response: Thanks!

Anonymous · July 19, 2018

Serial Number 393770 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 42
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j
Movement Configuration changed from Openface to Hunting
Factory Model changed from 3 to 2

Anonymous · August 25, 2013

Serial Number 393771 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 42
Jewels changed from 11j to 15j
Movement Configuration changed from Openface to Hunting
Factory Model changed from 3 to 2
Hampden Grade No. 42 Pocket Watch