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:

R. Seidel - Milwaukee, Wis.

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 702933
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1891
Size: 18s
Jewels: 15j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Teske
Standard Dial Type: Single-Sunk
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.270
Registry Population: 3 (0.90%)

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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 · January 31, 2021

Serial Number 702722 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · January 31, 2021

Serial Number 702722 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · March 20, 2017

Serial Number 702933 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: movement is 18 size, hunter model, nickel, 15
jewels, stem wind, lever set. serial #702933. Made
for R. Seidel Milwaukee.
Hampden Grade  Pocket Watch