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

ITEM-2671
$225.00
Antique Hampton Pocket Watch c.1904 | 17 Jewel, 16 Size, Lever Set
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Antique Hampton Pocket Watch c.1904 | 17 Jewel, 16 Size, Lever Set

ITEM-2671
$225.00

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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.