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 John C. Dueber Special Pocket Watch

Hampden Watch Co.

Grade: John C. Dueber Special

Private Label(s) in Run:

Fred Schoenman

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Manufacturer: Hampden
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 930982
Grade: John C. Dueber Special
Model: 2
Estimated Production Year: 1895
Size: 18s
Jewels: 17j
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Plate: Full Plate
Regulator: Teske
Adjusted: Yes
Railroad Grade: Yes
Dial Feet Locations: 14, 36.5, 52
Case: Various
Database Version: v52.219
Registry Population: 5 (1.25%)

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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 · April 30, 2019

Serial Number 930889 was reported as accurate.

Rcardkidz 3398 · February 12, 2019

Serial Number 930730 was reported as accurate.

Anonymous · April 23, 2017

Serial Number 930830 was reported as accurate.

Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to John C. Dueber Special

KithAB 25 · July 28, 2013

Serial Number 930776 was reported as inaccurate.

Note: 930776 matches to model 2, specifically the John C
Dueber Special grade. made for Fred Schoenman
engraved on the movement and on in script on the
dial.
Changes since this report was submitted:
Grade changed from Unknown to John C. Dueber Special
Movement Configuration changed from Openface to Hunting
Factory Model changed from 3 to 2
Hampden Grade John C. Dueber Special Pocket Watch