Antique Hampton Pocket Watch c.1904 | 17 Jewel, 16 Size, Lever Set
ITEM-2671

Product Details
Antique Hampton Pocket Watch c.1904 | 17 Jewel, 16 Size, Lever Set
Product Description
Offered here is a handsome Hampton Pocket Watch dating to 1904, representing an increasingly
uncommon American timepiece from the early twentieth century. Featuring a
desirable 17 jewel movement, lever
setting, and an attractive bridge-style
movement layout, this watch is an excellent addition for collectors
seeking quality American horology beyond the more commonly encountered
manufacturers.
Housed in a durable 16 Size Silveroid open-face case, the watch has the
clean, purposeful appearance that made these nickel-alloy cases popular among
working professionals during the era. Silveroid offered the bright appearance
of silver while providing exceptional resistance to wear and corrosion, making
it a practical choice for everyday use.
The watch displays a classic white single-sunk porcelain dial fitted
with traditional Roman numerals
and elegant blued spade hands,
creating a timeless appearance that remains highly desirable among collectors
today. The dial complements the period styling of the case while maintaining
excellent legibility.
Powering the watch is a well-finished 17 jewel nickel movement featuring a
distinctive bridge-style layout.
The movement is lever set, a
feature associated with higher-quality American watches of the period,
providing secure and accurate hand setting. The attractive bridge configuration
gives the movement a unique appearance compared to the more common
three-quarter plate designs and showcases the craftsmanship of early American
watch manufacturing.
Whether you're building a collection of
American pocket watches, searching for an unusual maker, or simply appreciate
the beauty of early twentieth-century mechanical watches, this Hampton offers
excellent originality, dependable quality, and strong collector appeal.
Details:
MAKE
- Manufacturer: Hampton
- Country: USA
- Type: Man’s
- Serial #: 2023326
- Circa Date: 1904
CASE
- Size: 16 Size.
- Style: Open Face.
- Material: Silveroid.
- Decorations: Plain.
- Conditions: C 3 (The
case is in Very Good condition)
DIAL
- Color: White.
- Type: Single sunk porcelain dial.
- Numerals: Roman Numerals.
- Hands: Spade Hands.
- Conditions: D 3-43 (The dial is in Very Good condition)
Why Collect Hampton Pocket Watches?
Although Hampton pocket watches are
encountered far less frequently than examples from Elgin, Waltham, or Illinois,
they represent an interesting chapter in American watchmaking. Their quality
movements, attractive bridge-style layouts, and relatively limited production
make them appealing to collectors looking for something less commonly found.
This example combines several desirable
collector features, including a 17 jewel
movement, lever setting,
bridge-style construction, and a
classic single-sunk porcelain Roman
numeral dial, making it an excellent representative of early
twentieth-century American horology.