{"product_id":"seiko-sportsmatic-silverwave-ref-69799-rare-nos-1964","title":"Seiko Sportsmatic SilverWave Ref. 69799 - RARE, NOS (1964)","description":"\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eModel History\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eThe Seiko Sportsmatic SilverWave occupies an important place in the history of the brand’s sports and diving watches. The original SilverWave appeared in the early 1960s, before the introduction of the professional 150-metre 62MAS in 1965. Although not a professional diving watch by modern standards, it helped establish several design elements later associated with Seiko’s diving watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eReference 69799 represents the second generation of the SilverWave. Introduced in 1964, it combined a 30-metre water-resistant case with an internal rotating timing bezel operated by the oversized crown at four o’clock. The case back features Seiko’s now-famous wave or “tsunami” emblem, first used on the early SilverWave family and later adopted as a defining symbol of the brand’s diving watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eThe champagne sunburst dial is distinguished by applied indices, luminous accents, elegant dauphine-style hands and the characteristic blue “30” within the “Water 30 Proof” inscription. The watch is powered by Seiko’s 17-jewel calibre 6601A, also associated with the earlier 2451 designation. This robust automatic movement runs at 18,000 vibrations per hour and does not support manual winding or hacking seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eManufactured in April 1964, this exceptionally well-preserved NOS example retains its original crystal, internal bezel and stainless-steel bracelet, making it a particularly rare find for collectors of early Seiko sports watches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\" style=\"direction: ltr; unicode-bidi: embed; margin-top: 0in; margin-bottom: 0in;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eBrand: Seiko\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eModel: Sportsmatic SilverWave\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eReference number: 69799\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eSerial number: 4408497\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eProduction date: April 1964\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eMovement: Seiko calibre 6601A\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eWinding: Automatic; no manual winding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eJewels: 17\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eFrequency: 18,000 vibrations per hour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eFunctions: Hours, minutes and central seconds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eAdditional features: Crown-operated bidirectional internal rotating timing bezel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eCase material: Stainless steel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eCase diameter: Approx. 37.5 mm excluding the crown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eLug-to-lug: Approx. 44 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eLug width: 18 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eDial: Champagne sunburst\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eCrystal: Original, scratch-free crystal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eCrown: Original oversized crown positioned at four o’clock\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eStrap: Original stainless-steel bracelet, suitable for wrists up to approximately 19 cm (including the watch)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eAccessories: No original box or papers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eService: Movement fully serviced in May 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-top: 0; margin-bottom: 0; vertical-align: middle;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eGuarantee: 6-month functionality guarantee from the date of purchase\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; margin-left: .375in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 16.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eThe watch is presented in remarkably well-preserved NOS condition, with no apparent evidence of regular use. The stainless-steel case retains its strong original form and sharply defined lugs, while the original bracelet remains complete and is fitted with its period Seiko clasp. Only light storage and handling marks are visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eThe champagne sunburst dial is exceptionally attractive and has developed subtle natural ageing. Minor oxidation and age-related changes can be seen on some applied indices and luminous elements, consistent with a watch manufactured more than sixty years ago. The black internal rotating bezel is very well preserved, with clear markings and an intact luminous triangle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eThe original crystal is scratch-free. The case back retains its clearly visible wave emblem and even traces of the original blue protective coating around its edge—an especially appealing detail on such an early SilverWave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003eThe automatic movement has been professionally serviced and is covered by a 6-month functionality guarantee. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0in; font-family: Calibri; font-size: 12.0pt;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe watch has been serviced by our professional watchmaker and tested for full functionality. The water resistance of the watch cannot be guaranteed.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SpecialTimer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62963856605514,"sku":null,"price":349000.0,"currency_code":"HUF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/0694\/7658\/files\/IMG_1031.jpg?v=1786808856","url":"https:\/\/specialtimer.com\/en-hu\/products\/seiko-sportsmatic-silverwave-ref-69799-rare-nos-1964","provider":"SpecialTimer","version":"1.0","type":"link"}