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 Anchor Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: Anchor

Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 716501
Grade: Anchor
Model: 2 or 3
Estimated Production Year: 1891
Size: 18s
Jewels: 17j
Movement Configuration: Openface
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Teske
Adjusted: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 6 (1.11%)

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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.


PWPassion Supporter 2 · March 3, 2022

Serial Number 716472 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 11, 2021

Serial Number 716882 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: Location of parts in movement are different and
anchor is above 17 jewels adjusted. Serial number
is opposite side of movement pictured
Curator Response: Perhaps a Model 3?
Changes since this report was submitted:
Plate changed from Unknown to Full

Anonymous · February 22, 2021

Serial Number 716972 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · February 14, 2020

Serial Number 716482 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The Plate is stamped 17j , Lever-Set
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Dueber Watch Co. to Anchor
Jewels changed from 15j to 17j

Anonymous · June 23, 2017

Serial Number 716482 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: The plate is stamped 17 Jewels Adjusted
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Dueber Watch Co. to Anchor
Jewels changed from 15j to 17j
Hampden Grade Anchor Pocket Watch