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. 43 Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: No. 43

Private Label(s) in Run:

Melluish

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 709920
Grade: No. 43
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1891
Size: 18s
Jewels: 17j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Teske
Adjusted: Yes
Adjusted to Temperature: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.406

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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.


PHIL1199 Supporter 1098 · September 13, 2024

Serial Number 709920 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · October 14, 2023

Serial Number 709747 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 15 jewels not 17
Curator Response: Thanks for the report. If possible, please upload an image of the movement to your collection for further evaluation and documentation.

Anonymous · July 30, 2023

Serial Number 709854 was reported as accurate.

Diopside 83 · September 17, 2016

Serial Number 709794 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to No. 43

Anonymous · April 30, 2016

Serial Number 709946 was reported as inaccurate.

No further details were submitted with the report.