Seiko
1964 Seiko Sportsmatic Silver Wave (Ref. 69799) W/ Box & Papers
Seiko’s first range of submersible sports watches started in 1961 with the J12082 Seikomatic Silver Wave. While the Silver Wave is not a true dive watch, it was, in fact, the ancestor to the 62MAS reference, which had a 150-meter depth rating and is known as Seiko's first legitimate dive watch.
The Silver Wave showcased many firsts for the Seiko brand; it was Seiko's first watch to host the tsunami motif on the case back, the first of their watches with an inner rotating bezel, as well as their first screw-down case back design. Created shortly after the J12082, came the SilverWave 69799/0, which continued these new Seiko trends, including the tsunami case back motif, which is still used today on all of their dive watches. However, the most notable change in design from the J12082 and the 69799/0 being that the bezel changed to a countdown format.
SPECS
| Stock # | PT69799 | |
| Brand | Seiko | |
| Style | Sportsmatic Silver Wave | |
| Model | 69799 | |
| Serial | 4900047 | |
| Size | Men's | |
| Material | Stainless Steel | |
| Dial | Silver | |
| Millimeters | 38 | |
| Bracelet | Seiko Bracelet |
CASE & BRACELET
The impressive case shows light use but remains in very good and symmetrical condition. The crown, located at 4 o'clock, is original to the watch. The tsunami wave motif on the case back has become faint with wear but is still visible. The engraved serial number on the outside of the case back is still very much legible. The watch comes on its original stainless steel bracelet.
DIAL & HANDS
The silver sunburst dial is in excellent condition, showing very minimal signs of aging. The lume plots have developed a handsome green coloration, which is normal for Seikos of this era, and show no degradation under UV light inspection. The original hands match the dial perfectly and exhibit no degradation when inspected under UV light. The silver indices show minimal age. The black bi-directional inner rotating bezel remains remarkably dark in coloration, though it has faded slightly to a dark charcoal color, which is common for SilverWaves, as these bezels tend to fade easily from sun exposure.
ACCESSORIES
The watch comes with its original box, papers, and hangtag. The watch is running and functioning correctly, though the service history is unknown. A movement service can be purchased upon request.
