Seiko - Sportsmatic Deluxe - No reserve price - 7606-7971 - Men - 1964

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A quintessential 1964 Seiko Sportsmatic Deluxe, this example features an attractive silver sunburst dial and a distinctive recessed crown at four o'clock alongside a dedicated date pusher. Powered by the automatic caliber 7606A, this well-preserved piece retains crisp exterior serial and reference markings on the caseback, offering a highly legible and classic aesthetic from the brand's mid-century catalog. Brand: Seiko Model: Sportsmatic Deluxe Reference Number: 7606-7971 Serial Number: 4901613 Movement: Automatic caliber 7606A, 23 jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with applied indices and Seiko 5 shield logo Case Size: 37 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Stainless Steel Production Year: 1964 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: -60-65s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The dial presents a clean and highly legible layout, defined by an attractive silver sunburst finish. Applied indices and the recognizable Seiko 5 shield logo provide depth against the textured surface, while the printed text remains crisp and precise. Under macro inspection, minor dust and faint spotting are visible across the dial. The original dauphine style hands display age-appropriate patina, with light oxidation and fine spotting visible on their surfaces under magnification. Case and Crystal The stainless steel case features a polished finish and a smooth integrated bezel, displaying honest vintage wear with moderate scratches and handling marks consistent with its age. The recessed crown is positioned neatly at four o'clock, complemented by a dedicated date pusher at three o'clock. Turning the watch over reveals a well-preserved caseback where the exterior serial number remains crisp and legible, while the interior is clearly marked SS and 7606-7971. A domed acrylic crystal protects the dial, remaining clear with no major scratches or cracks visible. Movement Inside the case beats the Seiko automatic caliber 7606A, a 23-jewel movement. The mechanism presents a clean overall appearance with no obvious signs of heavy corrosion or damage, while the rotor shows minor surface wear. The movement engravings clearly read Seiko Sportsmatic 23 Jewels alongside the caliber designation. Recording -60-65s/day on the timegrapher. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a classic black leather strap featuring a crocodile pattern. The strap exhibits light wear and pairs handsomely with the polished steel case. Condition Good vintage condition. The case and smooth bezel present honest wear, with moderate scratches and handling marks present throughout the polished stainless steel surfaces. The silver sunburst dial remains in excellent shape, showing only minor dust and faint spotting under macro inspection, while the dauphine hands exhibit light oxidation. The domed acrylic crystal is clear and free of significant marks. The movement is running in operational condition, recording -60-65s/day on the timegrapher. Dimensions The case measures 37 mm (excluding the crown). Remarks This Sportsmatic Deluxe offers a highly legible silver sunburst dial paired with the distinctive recessed crown and date pusher configuration. The well-preserved caseback markings and honest vintage character make it a highly wearable and appealing mid-century Seiko. History Introduced in the early 1960s, the Sportsmatic line was designed to provide reliable, automatic timekeeping for everyday wear. The Deluxe variants often featured upgraded movements and refined dial executions, such as the applied Seiko 5 shield and sunburst textures seen on this example. The caliber 7606 utilized a dedicated pusher for the date complication, a signature technical detail of this era. Today, mid-century Seiko models are appreciated for their straightforward aesthetics and robust mechanical design, representing a significant era of Japanese watchmaking. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI1OH9GSQ000