The early Seiko 5 is always a sought after watch, but never more so than when it is in the full Deluxe specification. Model reference 7619-7040.
HOW DO WE DATE THIS WATCH?
From the serial number on the case back movement we can accurately date this watch to being made in June 1966.
CONDITION
The Seiko 5 range was introduced in 1963, and is still the mainstay of Seiko’s range. Sixties models are of course rarer to find, not least because Seiko didn’t even officially import watches into the UK before 1971. The movement is Seiko’s 7619A, a 25 jewel automatic winding only model with Seiko’s ‘magic fingers’ mechanism and a button at three to quick set the date. Being the Deluxe model, this watch also hacks the seconds hand. The case is unpolished and the silver dial unrestored, and both have marks but are passable. This version has the external bezel that looks a little like a circular saw. The movement rotor is a little noisy, but it is still effective. The red leather strap is new, and could be swapped for a different colour or material if preferred. The watch is signed on the dial, case and movement.
This watch will be supplied with our branded and reusable zipped travel case and cleaning cloth, and our Certificate of Authenticity.
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SIZE
Width with crown 37.8 mm
Width without crown 37.6 mm
Between lugs 18 mm
Lug to lug length 73.0 mm
Case Thickness 15.3 mm
All sizes are approximate. The watch is photographed on a wrist of 190mm/7.5 inches.
Included with this watch is a 3 month guarantee and free delivery to UK addresses. If you live outside the UK we can still deliver to most countries. Please see our Worldwide Shipping information, or Contact Us. Payment can be made by most credit or debit cards, bank transfer or PayPal.
From 1st September 2021 we will be planting a tree for every watch we sell, working with the International Tree Foundation (Est 1922) to make this business positive on carbon. By buying anything pre owned you are effectively reusing what already exists, but this takes it further and makes us feel good.
