Seiko - Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe - No reserve price - 7619-7040 - Men - 1965

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

Presented here is a sought-after Seiko Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe featuring a distinctive fluted bezel and a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial. The clear dolphin caseback engraving and the inclusion of a Kanji day wheel make this a highly appreciated configuration among vintage Seiko collectors.

Brand: Seiko
Model: Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe
Reference Number: 7619-7040
Serial Number: 5N22889
Movement: Automatic, caliber 7619A, 25 jewels
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices and Kanji day wheel
Case Size: 38 mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Silver-tone, stainless steel caseback
Production Year: 1965
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -53-55s/day, running in operational condition.

Dial and Hands
The dial features an exceptionally clean and attractive silver sunburst finish that remains very well-preserved. All applied indices and logos are bright and fully intact, while the printed text is crisp with no visible loss. The day and date windows, displaying a Kanji day wheel, are clean and highly legible. The original dauphine hands display light age-appropriate patina, showing minor surface oxidation and dust under macro inspection. The sweep second hand remains straight and intact.

Case and Crystal
The silver-tone case displays honest vintage wear, with moderate surface scratches and scuffs consistent with its age. The lugs retain good shape while showing expected signs of wear. The distinctive fluted bezel is intact, though it exhibits some softening of the edges from wear alongside minor scratches and dings visible on the outer edge. The caseback is a particular highlight, featuring a clear dolphin logo, crisp engravings, and the TWGP (Tungsten White Gold Plated) marking. The recessed crown is located at the 4 o'clock position, accompanied by a date quickset pusher at 2 o'clock. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with no major scratches, cracks, or crazing visible, providing a distortion-free view.

Movement
Powering the watch is the automatic Seiko caliber 7619A, a 25-jewel movement equipped with a stop-seconds device. The movement appears generally clean, with visible engravings reading 25 JEWELS SEIKO, 7619A, and JAPAN. The rotor shows some minor surface marks and light oxidation, but there is no severe corrosion or damage visible. The timegrapher records a rate of -53-55s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. It is a comfortable modern strap that shows light wear and creasing.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean and well-preserved. The case and fluted bezel show moderate surface scratches, scuffs, and softening edges consistent with age, while the dolphin caseback details remain wonderfully crisp. The hands display minor surface oxidation under macro inspection. The movement appears generally clean with light oxidation on the rotor. The timegrapher records a rate of -53-55s/day, running in operational condition.

Dimensions
The case measures 38 mm (excluding the crown).

Remarks
This Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe is notable for its highly preserved silver sunburst dial and crisp dolphin caseback. The combination of the fluted bezel, Kanji day wheel, and dedicated date quickset pusher provides excellent character and practicality for the vintage collector.

History
The Seiko reference 7619-7040 was introduced in 1965 and marketed under both the Sportsmatic Deluxe and Sportsmatic 5 Deluxe model names. The caliber 7619 is a 25-jewel automatic movement notable for featuring a stop-seconds device. The Deluxe variants of the Sportsmatic line, especially those featuring fluted bezels and the decorated dolphin caseback, are highly appreciated by vintage Seiko collectors for their distinct design language and robust mechanics.

Payment and Shipping
Payment must be completed within 1–3 days after purchase.
Your watch will be professionally and securely packaged, then shipped with tracking and insurance for your peace of mind.
We use fast express shipping, with typical delivery within 1–4 business days, depending on the destination.
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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The timegrapher assessment if provided is seen as an indication of the movement’s condition under fully wound testing conditions. As with all vintage watches, results may vary in daily use.
If you have any concerns regarding functionality or defects after delivery, please contact us within 3 days of receiving the watch so we can assist you.
As with all used watches, water resistance is not guaranteed.
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SKU: SEI-SNX-0007