Seiko - Sportsmatic Deluxe - No reserve price - 7619-7050 - Men - 1966

Now available at auction from Second Vintage This sought-after Sportsmatic Deluxe configuration immediately distinguishes itself through its dressy fluted bezel and exceptionally clean silver sunburst dial. Complete with a beautifully preserved dolphin caseback and the desirable caliber 7619A featuring a dedicated quickset pusher, this 1966 model represents a highly desirable variant for vintage Seiko collectors. Brand: Seiko Model: Sportsmatic Deluxe Reference Number: 7619-7050 Serial Number: 6303680 Movement: Automatic caliber 7619A, 25 jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: White Gold Plated Production Year: 1966 Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Timegrapher: -18-21s/day, running strong and steady. Dial and Hands The silver sunburst finish is exceptionally clean and vibrant, offering a well-preserved backdrop for the bright and intact applied indices and Seiko 5 logo. All printed text remains crisp with no visible loss, and the day-date window frame is clean and sharp. The dauphine hands are similarly well-preserved, retaining reflective polished surfaces and showing only minimal signs of oxidation, while the sweep second hand remains straight and sharp. Case and Crystal The 37 mm white gold-plated case presents honest vintage wear. The lugs retain their general shape while showing some softening on the edges, alongside moderate surface scratches and handling wear consistent with age. A distinctive fluted bezel adds a refined dressy character, displaying moderate wear, some softening of the ridges, and minor scratches and dings on the outer edge. The watch features a recessed crown at the 4 o'clock position and a dedicated date quickset pusher at 3 o'clock. Turning the watch over reveals a well-preserved caseback marked WGP, featuring a clear and highly legible classic dolphin engraving alongside crisp serial and reference numbers. The domed acrylic crystal is clear, with no significant scratches, crazing, or cracks visible. Movement Inside is the automatic caliber 7619A, a 25-jewel movement that appears very clean with no visible corrosion or significant staining. The rotor and bridges show bright surfaces, and the screw heads remain in good condition. Crisp engravings read 25 JEWELS SEIKO, 7619A, and JAPAN. Recording -18-21s/day on the timegrapher. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Strap The watch is fitted with a fresh brown leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. It appears to be in near-new condition with minimal creasing, offering a comfortable fit that complements the vintage aesthetic. Condition Excellent vintage condition. The white gold-plated case displays honest vintage wear, with moderate surface scratches and some softening to the lug edges and fluted bezel ridges. The silver sunburst dial is exceptionally clean and vibrant, paired with a sharp, well-preserved handset. The caseback retains a clear and deeply legible dolphin engraving. The timegrapher records -18-21s/day. Performing well within expected vintage tolerances; running strong and steady. Dimensions Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks This watch stands out for its highly sought-after combination of a fluted bezel, white gold plating, and the iconic dolphin caseback. The pristine silver sunburst dial and the mechanical convenience of the dedicated quickset pusher make it a superb acquisition for any enthusiast of mid-century Japanese horology. History The Seiko Sportsmatic Deluxe line was introduced in the 1960s as a premium step up within the broader Sportsmatic family. Designed to offer a more refined and feature-rich experience, models equipped with the 7619 caliber included a dedicated pusher at 3 o'clock for quicksetting the date, a notable mechanical convenience for the era. The addition of white gold plating and a fluted bezel elevated the robust origins of the Seiko 5 into a dressier tier, making these specific configurations highly desirable among collectors today. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SSJ-0005