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 Hayward Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Hayward

Private Label(s) in Run:

John T. Fox - Rochester, N.Y.

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 54779
Grade: Hayward
Model: 1
Estimated Production Year: 1877
Size: 18s
Jewels: 11j
Jewel Setting: Friction
Movement Configuration: Adaptable
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Key
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Plain
Adjusted: No
Railroad Grade: No
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.235
Registry Population: 2 (0.67%)
$ Estimated Value (12 Month Change): -18.18% Analyzing 79 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.


Rickhufnagel7 Top Contributor Elgin Expert Hampden Expert Supporter 617 · June 22, 2020

Serial Number 54827 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 11 jewels. Matches "Hayward" grade description
and observations.
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. The database has been updated accordingly.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to Hayward
Jewels changed from 15j to 11j

Anonymous · May 29, 2016

Serial Number 54874 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from J.C. Perry to Hayward
Jewels changed from 15j to 11j
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Movement Setting changed from Lever to Key
Adjusted changed from Yes to No
Railroad Grade changed from Yes to No
Hampden Grade Hayward Pocket Watch