Seiko - Sportsmatic Deluxe - No reserve price - 7619-7010 - Men - 1965

Now available at auction from Second Vintage

A classic and well-preserved example of Seiko's mid-60s Sportsmatic Deluxe line, this timepiece stands out with its exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial and the characteristic 2 o'clock pusher for quickset date adjustment.

Brand: Seiko
Model: Sportsmatic Deluxe
Reference Number: 7619-7010
Serial Number: 5601392
Movement: Automatic, caliber 7619A, 25 jewels
Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices
Case Size: 37mm (excluding the crown)
Case Material: Gold-plated, stainless steel caseback
Production Year: 1965
Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +17+22s/day, running strong and steady.

Dial and Hands
The well-preserved silver sunburst dial is a visual highlight, featuring applied gold-tone indices with striking black center stripes. The text printing remains crisp and clean, showing no visible moisture damage or significant spotting. The gold-tone dauphine hands complement the dial perfectly, presenting clean surfaces with only minor dust or micro-oxidation visible under magnification.

Case and Crystal
The 37mm gold-plated case carries a thin integrated gold-tone bezel and a stainless steel caseback that retains the distinctive Seiko dolphin engraving. The case displays honest wear, with scratches and minor dings present on the flanks and lugs. There is visible tarnishing and plating wear near the lug bases and the caseback edge. A recessed crown is positioned at 4 o'clock, paired with the dedicated date pusher at 2 o'clock. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, showing no major scratches, cracks, or crazing.

Movement
Powering the watch is the 25-jewel Seiko caliber 7619A automatic movement. The visible visual condition is excellent, maintaining a clean overall appearance with no significant corrosion or oxidation. The rotor is intact, showing only minor surface wear, and the movement displays the "25 JEWELS SEIKO" and "7619A" engravings. Recording +17+22s/day on the timegrapher, the watch is performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady.

Strap
The watch is fitted with a black leather strap, detailed with white and orange contrast stitching. It is secured by an unsigned clasp and shows light signs of wear.

Condition
Good vintage condition. The gold-plated case shows honest age-related wear, including minor dings, scratches, and visible plating wear and tarnishing around the lug bases and caseback edge. The dial and hands contrast this with excellent preservation, remaining bright and highly legible. The movement is clean and, supported by the timegrapher data, is running strong and steady.

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

Remarks
This Sportsmatic Deluxe offers a highly attractive silver sunburst dial and retains the desirable Seiko dolphin caseback engraving. The dedicated 2 o'clock date pusher adds distinctive mechanical character, making it a highly enjoyable and wearable example of 1960s Japanese watchmaking.

History
The Seiko caliber 7619 is a 25-jewel automatic movement introduced during the mid-1960s, equipped with a stop-seconds hacking function and a single window displaying both the day and the date. A defining technical trait of this movement is its calendar setting mechanism: the date is advanced independently via a dedicated push button located at the 2 o'clock position, while the day of the week is set by manually turning the hands with the crown. This practical layout became a recognizable feature of the Sportsmatic Deluxe line during this era.

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.
We kindly ask you to review all photos carefully before bidding. We photograph each watch from multiple angles to provide the most accurate representation possible, and the photos form an important part of the description.
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-SDX-0019