Seiko - Sportsmatic Deluxe 5 - No reserve price - 4705584 - Men - 1964

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This classic and accessible vintage Seiko 5 immediately draws the eye with its beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial and crisp applied indices. Housed in a traditional 37 mm case featuring the signature 4 o'clock recessed crown and 2 o'clock quickset pusher, this Sportsmatic Deluxe offers a highly attractive dial presentation paired with honest vintage character. Brand: Seiko Model: Sportsmatic Deluxe Serial Number: 4705584 Movement: Automatic caliber 7619A Dial: Silver sunburst with applied gold-tone indices Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Gold-tone Production Year: 1964 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +20+25s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The exceptionally clean and attractive silver sunburst dial is well preserved, showing minimal signs of aging. Applied gold-tone indices and a crisp Seiko 5 logo provide excellent depth, while the printed text remains fully intact and legible. A distinctive day-date display features red Sunday text for a welcome touch of color. A minor surface mark is visible near the dial edge between the 10 and 11 o'clock positions. The matching gold-tone dauphine hands are crisp and well preserved, exhibiting minimal oxidation or spotting, and are complemented by a straight, clean sweep second hand. Case and Crystal The gold-tone case displays honest wear with notable plating degradation typical of its age, particularly showing significant plating loss on the lug edges and tips. Surface scratches and handling marks are present throughout the case and the smooth, integrated gold-tone bezel. The watch features a recessed crown located at the 4 o'clock position and a quickset pusher at 2 o'clock, both appearing functional. The stainless steel caseback bears a visible serial number and faint Seiko branding. A domed acrylic crystal provides a clear, distortion-free view of the dial, with no major scratches, cracks, or crazing visible. Movement Inside beats the automatic caliber 7619A. The movement appears clean with no obvious signs of corrosion or heavy oxidation, featuring a rotor signed in red text and the caliber stamp visible on the mainplate near the balance. Timegrapher results measure +20+25s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is fitted with a black leather strap featuring an alligator grain pattern and contrasting orange stitching. The strap shows light wear and creasing from use, serving as a complementary modern pairing for the gold-tone case. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial is exceptionally clean and attractive, with only a minor surface mark near the 10 and 11 o'clock edge. The gold-tone case and bezel show honest wear, including surface scratches and significant plating loss on the lug edges and tips. The acrylic crystal is clear and well preserved. Dimensions The case measures 37 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Sportsmatic Deluxe offers a beautifully preserved silver sunburst dial and a clean automatic movement. With its distinctive day-date display and classic 1960s Seiko geometry, it represents a highly accessible and charming vintage Seiko 5. History The Seiko Sportsmatic line was introduced in the early 1960s as a robust, automatic option for the everyday wearer, helping establish the foundational principles of the celebrated Seiko 5 collection. The 7619A caliber is a respected movement from this era, featuring a distinctive pusher at 2 o'clock for quickset date advancement alongside a hidden crown at 4 o'clock. This design choice was intended to emphasize the watch's automatic winding capabilities, encouraging the wearer to rely on the motion of their wrist rather than manual winding. 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. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us after the auction ends. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SDJ-0027