Hampden
Antique Hampden Pocket Watch, 18s, 16 Jewels, Gold Inlay Locomotive Case, Circa 1895, Running!
Antique Hampden Pocket Watch, 18s, 16 Jewels, Gold Inlay Locomotive Case, Circa 1895, Running!
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Manufacturer: Hampden Watch Co
Manufacturer Location: Canton, Ohio
Movement Serial Number: 936853
Model: 2
Grade: 44
Estimated Production Year: 1895
Size: 18s
Jewels: 16
Movement Configuration: Hunting
Movement Finish: Nickel
Movement Setting: Lever
Movement: Running. No service history but it runs great. The timing has not been checked.
Case: About 60 mm (2-3/8 inches) wide, this nickel case is in worn but great condition. The front and rear covers screw on and off with little effort as they should. This unique case has a locomotive inlay that appears to be of rose gold! The glass crystal is also in pristine condition!
Dial: The Roman numeral dial has some chipping near the 36 minute mark, as seen in the photos. Otherwise is great shape! The moon hands are fine too.
Very interesting Hampden pocket watch with 16 jewels! Most American manufacturers, including Hampden would make watches with 15 or 17 jewels, but not 16). The "Silverode" nickel case has a nice rose gold inlay of a locomotive.
Due to the nature of this UNSERVICED estate find, there are NO RETURNS, NO REFUNDS and NO WARRANTY on this item! This is a FINAL SALE!
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