Serviced Vintage 1967 JAPAN SEIKO SPORTSMATIC5 DX 7619-9041 25Jewels Automatic.

Serviced Vintage 1967 JAPAN SEIKO SPORTSMATIC5 DX 7619-9041 25Jewels Automatic.

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Item description

Movement :

• Pet name : 76 SPORTSMATIC5 DX.
• Caliber number : 7619A.
• Movement : Automatic.
• Beat rate : 18000bph.
• Year of manufacture start : 1965's.
• Factory : Kameido.

Externals :

• Serial number : 7201688.
• Dial number : JAPAN 7619-9050R AD.
• Glass : Acrylic.
• Case size : About 38mm.
• Lug width : 18mm.
• Band : Wrist size that can be worn is Up to about 195mm.

Condition :

• Used, it runs well.
• Quick set(Day/Date) : Okay.
  Set the day of the week : English only.
  Set of the date: Press the button near the 3:00 position.
  Set of the days of the week : Turn the hour hand for 24 hours to set it.
• The day difference time of an used watch is about +-1 minute / day.
• Overhaul service in May 2026.
  The movement has been cleaned and oiled, so it works fine.

Key Features

The ""Deluxe"" Standard of the 60s (1967): In **1967**, the **Seiko Sportsmatic 5 DX (Deluxe)** arrived as the premium upgrade to the standard ""Seiko 5"" line. The reference **7619-9041** was produced by the **Suwa Seikosha** factory during the peak of the global mechanical watch boom. The **""DX"" designation** signified high-grade finishing and additional features, such as hacking seconds and a refined day-date complication, offering the 1960s professional a ""Deluxe"" experience of reliability and style that became a global bestseller.

The High-Grade 25-Jewel Caliber 7619 Heart: This watch is powered by the **25-jewel Caliber 7619**, a robust automatic movement operating at **18,000 vibrations per hour (vph)**. In **1967**, the **25-jewel count** was a prestigious mark of quality for a sports-class watch, utilizing extra synthetic rubies to reduce friction in the complex calendar gear train. This caliber is world-renowned for its **Magic Lever** winding system, which ensures exceptional winding efficiency from the slightest movement of the wearer's wrist.

The Iconic ""Date-Pusher"" Architectural Case: The reference **7619-9041** is most famous for its unique **dedicated date-quickset button at the 2 o'clock position**. In **1967**, this was a high-tech novelty; a simple press of the button instantly advances the date, while the main crown remains recessed at 4 o'clock. This design visually signaled that the watch was a ""pure automatic"" that rarely required crown intervention, resulting in a streamlined, futuristic silhouette that defined the ""Sport-Dress"" category.

Masterful ""Sunburst"" Dial and Fluted Bezel: The dial of the **7619-9041** is a study in mid-century vibrancy, featuring a radiant sunburst silver finish and **hand-applied, thick multifaceted baton indices**. This specific reference often features a **""Fluted"" inner bezel** or ring, which adds an extra layer of depth and light reflection. The dual-calendar window at 3 o'clock and the applied ""5"" shield logo remain iconic hallmarks of an era that prioritized bold, high-status legibility and the optimistic energy of the late 60s.

A Landmark of Suwa's ""Seahorse"" Heritage: Produced in **1967**, the 7619-9041 remains a beloved favorite for vintage collectors due to its ""overbuilt"" construction. It often features the legendary **Seahorse etching** on the case back, representing its status as a ""water-proof"" durable automatic. It stands as a testament to an era when Suwa Seikosha perfected the **""Active-Luxury"" concept**, creating a reliable, feature-packed masterpiece that remains a definitive icon of the original Seiko 5 legacy.

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