Seiko - Sportsmatic 5 Crosshair Dial - No reserve price - 6606-7990 - Men - 1964

Now available at auction from Second Vintage A classic early Seiko 5 with a beautiful crosshair dial, this 1964 Sportsmatic stands out for its exceptionally well-preserved presentation. The hidden 4 o'clock crown and crisp sunburst finish highlight the foundational design language of Seiko's famous automatic line. Brand: Seiko Model: Sportsmatic 5 Reference Number: 6606-7990 Serial Number: 4903900 Movement: Automatic, Caliber 410, 21 Jewels Dial: Silver sunburst with crosshair motif Case Size: 36 mm (excluding the crown) Case Material: Plated Production Year: 1964 Condition: Good vintage condition. Timegrapher: +54s+60s/day, running in operational condition. Dial and Hands The dial is exceptionally well preserved, presenting a clean silver sunburst finish with strong visual appeal. Crisp crosshair printing divides the layout, complemented by applied indices and logos that remain in excellent condition. There is no significant spotting or moisture damage visible. The dauphine hands are clean with minimal oxidation, providing a good visual match to the dial markers and completing the highly attractive presentation. Case and Crystal The 36 mm plated case shows significant honest wear consistent with its age and material. Visible plating wear and pitting are present on the lug edges and case flanks, along with scratches and handling marks throughout. The integrated bezel exhibits matching plating wear and scratches. A classic hidden crown is positioned at 4 o'clock. The domed acrylic crystal displays light surface scratches, particularly near the 1 o'clock position, with no major cracks or chips. Movement Powered by the automatic caliber 410, the movement is engraved with "410", "21 JEWELS", and "SEIKOSHA". It appears generally clean, showing some minor marks and light oxidation on the rotor and bridges. +54s+60s/day. Running in operational condition. Maintains the authentic mechanical character of the watch. Strap The watch is fitted with a brown leather strap featuring white contrast stitching. It appears to be in near-new condition with minimal wear. Condition Good vintage condition. The dial and hands are exceptionally well preserved, offering an incredibly clean sunburst appearance. The plated case and integrated bezel display significant honest wear, including visible plating loss, pitting on the flanks and lugs, and overall scratches. The domed acrylic crystal has light surface scratches but remains structurally sound. Dimensions 36 mm (excluding the crown) Remarks The striking preservation of the crosshair dial makes this early Seiko 5 particularly appealing. The combination of the classic sunburst finish and the hidden 4 o'clock crown offers a wonderful example of 1960s Japanese watch design. History Introduced in the early 1960s, the Sportsmatic 5 was the foundational model for the famous Seiko 5 collection. The number five denoted key attributes promised to the wearer, including an automatic movement, a day and date display, and a recessed crown at 4 o'clock to emphasize that manual winding was no longer necessary. The caliber 410 was one of the early automatic movements that helped establish Seiko's reputation for producing reliable and accessible mechanical watches for the global market. / Second Vintage SKU: SEI-SJX-0012