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. 55 Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: No. 55

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 497139
Grade: No. 55
Model: 3
Estimated Production Year: 1887
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Patent
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 21.7, 37, 59
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 2 (1.33%)

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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.


nicnic Supporter 378 · November 25, 2022

Serial Number 497139 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · June 8, 2019

Serial Number 497064 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Completely different regulator. Can not tell if
it's lever set.
Curator Response: The regulator design varies by grade and era. The illustration is simply meant to be a representation of the model. Feel free to upload images of your watch for further evaluation and documentation.
Hampden Grade No. 55 Pocket Watch