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:

Chas. F. Marsh
J.P. Stevens

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Movement Serial Number: 69520
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1877
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Jewel Setting: Screw-Set
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Gilt
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.235
Registry Population: 2 (1.82%)

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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.


dcooper Supporter 222 · November 18, 2022

Serial Number 69602 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 23, 2021

Serial Number 69589 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: the works I have show OMAHA, not Springfield.
Patent is 69589. i have a side winder hanged back
keystone case #2516031. It is a Hampden
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · December 31, 2018

Serial Number 69570 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · September 1, 2018

Serial Number 69602 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 69620 is hunting configuration and jewels are
screw set in white metal settings. This watch is
also a P.L. J.P. Stevens with Stevens' serial #
587. Hampden # 69,602 found (1) under the barrel
bridge, (2) under the balance cock, and (3) under
the setting bridge under the dial.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Movement Finish changed from Nickel to Gilt
Plate changed from Unknown to Full
Hampden Grade  Pocket Watch