One of the things that I like about collecting 12 size Hampden is that they are only 12 size American watch that came as pendant set,lever set and pin/nail set.It is believed that Hampden was having disputes over its pendant set mechanism and thus made lever and pinset models also.

The watch below is a 12 size 21 jewel Hampden--John Hancock grade that is nail/pin set. The John Hancock was Hampdens highest quality 12 size watch and ads show it selling for $50.

Only 500 serial numbers were reserved for this grade.

One of the things that I have found with the Gold filled pin set cases is that most of the time cases with a smooth edge shows some brass.

In some way I feel mislead as the seller said the case showed a spot or two of brass.Wonder what others think
Bob

The movement

Pin/nail button

back of case with a "spot or two of brass near the edge"

dial with correct hands

Spot or two of brass!!!

Don't you just love these descriptions.

Bob, What do you do with these watches in this condition?

No coment on the brassing, but that sure is a really great looking movement.

That gold on there makes this one shine in more ways than one. Very Nice!

Phil
to answer your question . I decided to keep the watch. It is very rare and the movement is in nice shape. Hopefully I can find a 12 size Gen Stark or Dueber Grand that is nail/pin set and swap cases.

Bob