What makes the Canton 004 unique: Today, we’re excited to showcase this stunning watch originally created by the Hampden Watch Company in 1918 — the Canton 004. The Canton 004’s gorgeous dial features a tan background and brown, rustic numerals. In addition, the dial boasts a beautiful and intricate center pattern along with the words “Dueber Hampden.” We encased Hampden’s original pocket watch with our scratch-resistant Machined Titanium case and a copper crown. The crown pairs perfectly with the piece’s numerals, while the Machined Titanium emphasizes the dial’s background. The back of the watch features 307-grade open-face movement with nickel and a stripe-patterned finish. The ¾ plate boasts 17 jewels, and breathtaking gold-plated gears power the watch. The movement also features distinct engravings that convey its authenticity, including “safety pinion,” “Canton, O No. 307.,” and more. We matched the watch with our comfortable and attractive Mojave leather watch strap that complements the dial’s numerals. The Hampden Watch Company created the Canton 004’s pocket watch in Canton, Ohio, in 1918 — the same year that WWI concluded. The Great War initially began in 1914 and claimed around 40 million lives in only four years, including 117,000 American soldiers. The United States officially entered the war in 1917 after the German Foreign Secretary Arthur Zimmermann promised Mexican President Carranza to support Mexico in a war against the United States, which Mexico declined. With America’s strong military support, the Allies ultimately prevailed. The Allies and Germany signed an armistice agreement on November 11, 1918.