Seiko - Sportsmatic Deluxe - Ohne mindestpreis - 7619-7040 - Herren - 1966

Zur Versteigerung angeboten von Second Vintage Diese klassische Seiko Sportsmatic Deluxe der 1960er Jahre zieht sofort die Aufmerksamkeit auf sich, dank ihrer markanten gerillten Stahl-Lünette und dem bemerkenswert gut erhaltenen silbernen Sonnenstrahl-Zifferblatt. Mit der typischen versenkten Krone bei vier Uhr, einem dedizierten Datum-Quickset-Stoßknopf bei zwei Uhr und dem charmanten Delfin-Motiv auf der Gehäuserückseite bietet sie eine hervorragende Konfiguration für Sammler japansicher Uhrmacherkunst der Mitte des Jahrhunderts. Brand: Seiko Model: Sportsmatic Deluxe Reference Number: 7619-7040 Serial Number: 6009755 Movement: Seiko Caliber 7619A, 25 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices Case Size: 38 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1966 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +20+25s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The exceptionally clean and attractive silver sunburst dial is beautifully preserved. All applied indices and logos remain crisp, while the printed text is fully intact with no visible loss. The dauphine hands display light age-related patina, showing minor surface oxidation and spotting visible under macro inspection, though their shape and finish remain well-defined. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case displays honest wear consistent with its age, showing moderate scratches and handling wear throughout. The lugs retain their general shape but show signs of use. A distinctive gerillte Stahl-Lünette frames the dial, exhibiting some softening of its edges and light scratches from normal wear. The watch features a recessed, unsigned crown at four o'clock and a dedicated date quickset pusher at two o'clock. On the reverse, the caseback features a dolphin motif, with some visible dirt and grime accumulation around the seating area. A clear, domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, free from any major scratches, cracks, or crazing. Movement Inside is the Seiko caliber 7619A, a 25-jewel movement. The mechanism appears generally clean, with some minor surface marks noted on the rotor and dirt visible on the inner case lip surrounding the movement. The timegrapher records +20+25s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is fitted with a fresh black leather strap featuring white contrast stitching, which appears unworn or very lightly used. Condition Good vintage condition. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally well-preserved, while the stainless steel case and fluted bezel display honest handling wear, moderate scratches, and some softening to the bezel edges. The hands show light patina visible under magnification. The timegrapher result is +20+25s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Dimensions The case size is 38 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks The combination of the fluted bezel, the dedicated quickset date pusher, and the highly attractive silver sunburst dial makes this Sportsmatic Deluxe a compelling vintage Seiko. Its honest case condition and clean dial presentation offer strong appeal for enthusiasts of 1960s Japanese design. History Introduced in the 1960s, the Seiko Sportsmatic line was designed to offer reliable timekeeping for everyday wear. The Deluxe variants often featured upgraded finishing and additional mechanical conveniences, such as the caliber 7619A's dedicated quickset date pusher at two o'clock. The inclusion of a fluted bezel and the distinctive dolphin caseback motif further distinguished these models within Seiko's mid-century catalog, making them a fascinating area of focus for collectors of vintage Japanese timepieces. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SXX-0019