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.
Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 497476
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1887
Size: 18s
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.249
Registry Population: 2 (0.57%)

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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 24, 2021

Serial Number 497493 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 15 jewel open face
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · April 27, 2018

Serial Number 497178 was reported as inaccurate.

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