When looking for the number on your watch you should be looking at the serial number on the movement, not the case. The black army was the result of a finishing process that was used for speed and economy. Our site has put together an extremely broad variety of cornell. The item antique hampden gold fill pocket watch sn 988531 ca. The colt oversize rubber grip panels on the little blaster wasnt a good idea and it shipped it with only one magazine. The releases can be found from anywhere that has 1911 parts.
I found this article, which dates it as the last series gun. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience on our website. Over 14,000 listings of actual watches that have been sold by us and selected auction results since 1998. Finding the blue book value of your new and used firearms, including pistols, rifles, shotguns, airguns, and blackpowder guns is easy with the number one source of gun pricing. The brand of the watch can also greatly impact the value. Therefore, be very cautions when contemplating a purchase. Dec 23, 2012 my wifes grandfather had a fullsize colt 1911 in wwi, and after being in a friends safe we just got the pistol back. Vtg 1911 hampden diadem 30s pocket watch 15j ls 20 year. Not all vintage watches can be dated using the serial number. I have the 2 orginali think clips and the us issued holster. The current condition of your pocket watch will determine all. By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them.
Vintage 1911 hampden pocket watch, 15 jewels, nickel. Whats the value of my government issued 1911 model colt 45. Was also looking for some help in determining the value of this gun. My wifes grandfather had a fullsize colt 1911 in wwi, and after being in a friends safe we just got the pistol back.
I specialize in the repair and restoration of early american and swiss pocket watches, including. Colt cap and ball pistol commonly referred to as the 1849 pocket model revolver. Most vintage swiss pocket watches did not have serial numbers and cant be dated by this method. Hampden 14k yellow gold scalloped case vintage pocket watch manual winding. If you want a ballpark value youll need to remove the barrel and tell us what the stamps are should be p over h and a 5 on the side of the lug also, if you cock the hammer back, a photo of the stamps under the hammer also assists in. Gun prices are generally rising, overall, and the blue book values are lagging behind the market by at least six months. Rockford watch co, illinois pocket watch 18s 9j dueber. No serial number list is available for hampden watches. Colts pocket nine was a version of the kahr and was an accurate, handy size, 9x19.
Postworld war i vintage hamilton pocket watches, designed for the elite, feature expensive mechanical parts, including gold screws, wheel sets, and cases. Winding and setting your american and swiss pocket watch pocketwatch restoration oregon has no sales tax. Colt model 1849 pocket revolver in fine condition with all matching numbers description. Do you often wonder what the actual value of antique pocket watches is. Mar 28, 2017 it doesnt appear to have the correct barrel. Jul 24, 2008 whats the value of my government issued 1911 model colt 45 pistol. Howard elgin national hamilton hampden illinois other. Anyway check out the pics and any input would be appreciated. It is the pinnacle of what a semiautopistol strives to be and rides in many concealed carry holsters. The very name of the 1911 pistol is a testament to the designs longevity, reliability and versatility. The william mckinley grade was a thin, 16 size watch introduced in 1902 or 1903. Hampden pocket watch serial numbers use this table to look up the serial number of your hampden pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. Antique mechanical pocket watch repair, cleaning, repair. With the vast inventory on ebay, you can find the ideal hamilton pocket watch.
Vtg 1911 hampden diadem 30s pocket watch 15j ls 20 year gold filled hunter. Is a hampdendueber gold pocket watch with molly stark printed on it, an antique. Discussion in general 1911 talk started by bac1023, sep 7, 2011. When comparing values in guide books, it is critical to make sure you understand how the books are determining the condition of the watch and whether they are including the price of the case or not. They are designed a little differently than most other 1911 guns. Hampdendueber pocket watch with molly stark printed. Insurance valuation is usually based on replacement value if you had to replace the item from a retail source, what would it cost. According to the national association of watch and clock collectors nawcc, the dueberhampden watch works introduced the molly stark, a size30, 7jewel, giltfinished watch in 1896. Check out paul carellas antiques roadshow appraisal of this colt model 1849 pocket revolver with accessories from spokane, hour 1. The smaller versions of colts first revolvers are also called baby patersons by collectors and were produced first in. Info, specs, and value american antique pocket watches, with serial number lookups for manufacturers such as elgin, illinois, waltham, and hamilton. Create an account or login in order to post a comment. I aquired a very nice pocket model colt, sn 1188xx, wood grips and 2 magazines. Hampden dueber watch company production dates by serial number.
Pete franzen dear departed friend of mine, and 1911 mentor, and a couple licensed smiffs all deemed the barrel scrap before it went to il. This site provides values and information on firearms in a convenient online pricing guide format, and allows you to find out what your used guns are worth. Thank you for that tip, ill probably switch it to my carry after another 300400 rds. Best i can figure, they serialized 450 guns not 1,000 despite the name for the 20th anniversary of the dea which would have been in 1993. Wwi colt 1911 us navy i have a colt 1911 navy that i am looking to sell and have never done a private sale in person or online before and was looking for some help or guidance. Antique hampden pocket watch repair, mechanical hampden. If you want a ballpark value youll need to remove the barrel and tell us what the stamps are should be p over h and a 5 on the side of the lug also, if you cock the hammer back, a photo of the stamps under the hammer also assists in determining if its a parts gun.
The family of colt pocket percussion revolvers evolved from the earlier commercial revolvers marketed by the patent arms manufacturing company of paterson, n. In order to remain in business, dueber bought the hampden watch co. Some pocket watches have been converted to wrist watches. Cant find your exact serial number in our lookup tables. Use this photo guide to help you identify and value your antique pocket watches. This would be a pocket watch value plucked from a reputable pocket watch guide book, for example. Railroadgrade watches had to meet strict guidelines to ensure their reliability and accuracy. Hampden pocket watch 30s 7j mdl3 molly stark sidewind dueber special hunter gf. The finish is darker than the highly polished blue steel colts originally delivered. Taking the name of the hampden watch company in 1877, its founders, donald mozart and samuel rice, had actually been designing watch works since the previous decade. I figured that id pass along a bit of information about hampden timepieces, as their history and their watches are a great american success story. Find hamilton, waltham, longines, hampden, pocket watch. There is really no difference in the function of one over the other.
I like the safety of 1911s and was wondering if there are baby1911 in any caliber that. Antique pocket watches hampden 19101919 year of manufacture. Both the original and the black army feature small slide windows. Get the best deal for hampden antique pocket watches from the largest online selection at. Hampden dueber watch company production dates by serial number table. Watch and patent information guide with serial numbers and. The best bargins ive seen are for the basic milspec models from springy and colt. The colt oversize rubber grip panels on the little blaster wasnt a. This is a discussion on new ultra compact 1911 within the 1911 pistols forums, part of the sig sauer pistols category. Hampden dueber, engraved, ladies pocket watch, victorian watch 1911. Well, after over an hour on hold, i got in touch with a very nice lady with limited information. When all contracts were canceled after 1918, the black army became something of a rarity.
The fulllength grip rules out pocket carry, but the short 3inch barrel makes the gun ideal for carry in a shoulder holster like the galco miami classic. In 2018, rolex was ranked forbes 71st most valuable brand. If youre willing to invest a little time learning more about your vintage pocket watch, you may find that you not only learn its value but also discover the many pleasures and rewards of understanding and collecting vintage american pocket watches. Fire fighter hampden pocket watch from 1885 steam pumper fire engine.
Get the best deals on hampden gold plated antique pocket watches when you shop the largest online selection at. I have no idea what the gun is worth so any help would be much appreciated. The following pricing is a guideline of what your pocket watch may need to again become a beautiful and dependable daily companion. Im in uncharted waters when it comes to 1911 s other than colt. Hamilton pocket watch serial numbers use this table to look up the serial number of your hamilton pocket watch and hence the year of manufacture. The 38 super release will work fine in a 45 acp or a 22 lr. Hampden produced some very fine quality watches, and introduced the first 16 size, 23 jewel movement made in america. The hampden pocket watch company made some special models, or grades. Get the best deals on hampden antique pocket watches when you shop the largest online selection at. While values are steadily increasing, they can still be found in like new. Winding and setting your american and swiss pocket watch. Im in uncharted waters when it comes to 1911s other than colt. Some american watch brands did not use a consistent series of serial numbers, but most of the big manufacturers did.
Vintage hampden 14k gold scalloped case pocket watch. Hampden gold plated antique pocket watches for sale ebay. Colt model 1849 pocket revolver with accessories antiques. Whats the value of my government issued 1911 model colt 45 pistol. Servicing and overhaul of vintage hampden pocket watches restoration of wind up vintage hampden dueber pocket watch. The black army is simply a late production world war i colt. Colt 1911 made in 1917 sn 1594xx, and after wwi went back to springfield armory to be up graded. Rockford watch co, illinois pocket watch 18s 9j dueber silverine case 1876 circa this is one of those fine large old rockford pocket watches.
In addition to being colts first swingout cylinder pocket revolver, this was a handy little gun, the name of which distinguished it from the old colt open top pocket model manufactured from 1871 to 1877. The pocket positive was an outgrowth of colts new pocket revolver, introduced in 1893. Hampden pocket watch repair i specialize in the repair and restoration of early american and swiss pocket watches, including hampden pocket watches and am happy for your visit here today. The largest and most complete vintage watch online price guide of its kind. Developing innovative watch designs since the late 19th century, hampden pocket watches honored the traditions of american time telling while also celebrating innovation. All jewelry all newly listed all pocket watches all wrist watches american waltham ball e. Originally from massachusetts they moved to canton. Get the best deals on hampden gold plated antique pocket watches when you shop the largest online.
We have no plans to sell the pistol it would just be fun to know more. In 1893, the hamilton watch company of lancaster, pennsylvania began producing pocket watches primarily for railroad workers. Walnut presentation case with dea seal original shipping box included this is a limited edition weapon unfired and has been kept in the presentation box. In recent years, values have increased significantly, and as a result, many fakes have emerged. Walnut presentation case with dea seal original shipping box included this is a limited edition weapon unfired and has been kept in the presentation box in a climate controlled vault since purchase. Values change over time according to market forces, so the. The watch was named after president william mckinley, who had been assassinated a few years earlier. High jewel examples are fervently sought by pocket watch collectors. Sn 3780, sold to the united states government, shipped to depot quartermaster, united states marine corp, 1100 broad street, philadelphia, pa on june 6, 1912 in a shipment of 300 pistols. All things being equal, antique pocket watch value will increase as time goes by. Seller states that the gun has about 250 rounds fired.
Apr 04, 2012 is a hampdendueber gold pocket watch with molly stark printed on it, an antique. The gun is 99% parkerized and sho for sale by john s. Signed by anna botsford comstock handbook of naturestudy cornell 1911 1st ed signed by. Hampden dueber watch company production dates by serial. Some books assume that the watch is in mint condition and the values they list will be the very top dollar. Drawing with the holsters thumbbreak safety is smooth, and the gun presents quickly as the situation dictates. How to use our vintage watch serial number lookup tables. Hampden antique pocket watches with 15 jewels for sale ebay. These qualities have caused the pistols popularity to not only remain constant since its advent, but to spike sharply in recent years. Barrel hood hole loaded indicator, external extracter, thumb safety is a little weirdly shaped, internal small parts are thinnerlighter than most other 1911s. Theres alot to learn about 1911s before you make your choice. Get the best deals on hampden antique pocket watches with 15 jewels when you. Theres alot to learn about 1911 s before you make your choice. At 160 pages, this new blue book pocket guide lists and describes practically every colt firearm manufactured.