Seiko - Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe - No reserve price - 7619-9010 - Men - 1966

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

This classic 1960s Seiko Sportsmatic Deluxe features a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial that contrasts handsomely with the honest patina of its gold-tone case. Powered by the 25-jewel automatic caliber 7619A, this model is notable for its dedicated pusher at two o'clock, allowing for quick-setting the date, and its classic dolphin motif engraved on the stainless steel caseback.

Brand: Seiko
Model: Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe
Reference Number: 7619-9010
Serial Number: 6701658
Movement: Automatic, caliber 7619A, 25 jewels, 18,000 vph
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices and day-date display
Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-tone, stainless steel caseback
Production Year: 1966
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +50+55s/day, running in operational condition.

Dial and Hands
The exceptionally clean and vibrant silver sunburst dial is beautifully preserved. Applied gold-tone indices and crisp logos provide distinct contrast, while the printed text remains fully intact with no visible loss. A clean window frame displays the English day and date. The original gold-tone dauphine hands match the indices perfectly, showing light, age-appropriate oxidation with minor surface micro-spotting visible under magnification.

Case and Crystal
The gold-tone case presents honest vintage wear with visible patina across its surfaces. Moderate scratches and signs of wear are present, alongside visible tarnish and plating wear that is particularly noticeable on the lugs and case edges. Despite this wear, the case geometry remains generally defined. A thin, integrated gold-tone bezel frames the dial, showing scratches and wear consistent with the rest of the case. The stainless steel caseback is engraved with a classic dolphin motif. A recessed crown is located at the four o'clock position, accompanied by a separate pusher at two o'clock for the date quickset function. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, with no major scratches, cracks, or crazing visible, providing an undistorted view of the dial.

Movement
Powering this watch is the automatic caliber 7619A, operating at 18,000 vibrations per hour. The 25-jewel movement features a stop-seconds hacking function and a quickset date operated by the dedicated push button. Visually, the movement appears generally clean, showing no obvious signs of heavy corrosion or moisture damage, though some minor surface scratches are visible on the rotor. The components bear engravings reading 25 JEWELS SEIKO, 7619A, and JAPAN. Timegrapher: +50+55s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a dark brown leather strap featuring contrast stitching. The material shows moderate creasing and signs of use, presenting as a worn but serviceable option.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean and well-preserved, standing out against the honest wear of the case. The gold-tone case and bezel show moderate scratches, tarnish, and noticeable plating wear on the lugs and edges. The hands display minor surface oxidation, and the clear acrylic crystal remains free of major flaws. The movement is running in operational condition.

Dimensions
The case size is 37 mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This Seiko Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe offers a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial paired with an honest, patinated case. The dedicated two o'clock quickset pusher and 25-jewel automatic movement make it a highly capable and historically interesting watch from 1966.

History
The Seiko Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe series, manufactured in the mid-1960s by the Suwa Seikosha factory, represents a significant era in Japanese watchmaking. Powered by the robust 76 series movements, these watches introduced practical mechanical innovations like the dedicated push button for quick-setting the date and a hacking seconds function. The caliber 7619 operates at an unhurried 18,000 vibrations per hour, reflecting the reliable design philosophy of the period.

Payment and Shipping
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Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
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Please note that vintage watches may show minor signs of wear, aging, or imperfections, which are considered normal for watches of this age.
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SKU: SEI-SDX-0017