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24 June 2020, 09:11 PM | #1 |
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I recently came across a FB page about modifying Seiko watches. Some of the bezels looked very close to Rolex bezels. What’s the forum opinion on this ?
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24 June 2020, 09:21 PM | #2 |
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I am a huge Seiko fan and while I do not like modifications for more expensive watches, Rolex/PP/VC, I think it really works well on some of the Seiko's. Have some fun with it.
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The sincerest form of flattery
Seriously though, I had no idea of the amount of Seiko mods available. Some of them look absolutely amazing. I particularly like lots of the dial treatments. I’m not a fan of the ceramic inserts ... for some reason I just like the aluminum bezels best on my Seiko |
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Yes, there are bezels that are clearly modeled after Rolex bezels. In fact, some model #s even end in the suffix “RX,” coincidentally.
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Then you've found nirvana. Having done more than a dozen Seiko mods, I can confirm it's a blast, and only limited by your imagination.
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How easy are these for someone looking to try their hand at it?
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26 June 2020, 12:47 AM | #11 |
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27 June 2020, 04:20 AM | #13 |
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I'll play. I always keep a Seiko diver in the watch box. This dial is the Lucius Atelier Great Wave dial. The rest is sourced from various sources and assembled by Nixon Tse / NXNMODS on IG. Just a fun watch I wanted made for Summer. I'm a sucker for full lume.
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With pleasure. Here are a few.
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Lots of wonderful work Dan! Very creative. I'm not a fan of making Seikos look like Rolex that seems in vogue now. You have chosen some real nice unique tasteful looks that will remain timeless and not represent a particular time that will soon jump the shark.
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Yeah, I'm not big on modding to create a homage. I love combining different components to see the end result. Sometimes they work well together, sometimes they don't. But that's half the fun. With the stealth dial examples, I literally just sanded down the dials and used paint I found in the garage to see what it would look like. The black textured dial looks like wet asphalt at certain angles. It's a lot of fun and can also be addicting. dP
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This is my fave. Can you tell me about it? Reference, parts, etc...
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Probably spent way too much but I love the uniqueness and happy with the results. dP
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This video is what got me started - don't remember how i stumbled on it, but it sure lured me into the seiko rabbit hole.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5UEjFZutgU8 The "kid" in the youtube video definitely has some talent, but watching him assemble a watch gives you a good idea of what's involved. A decent set of tools needs (crystal press), hand removal & installation tools, movement holder etc can be had under $150 - and even under a hundred if you decide to go with the "el cheapo" crystal press and there are literally hundreds of "how to" videos on youtube on this very subject |
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Yep, had a can of Hammerite and though it could make an interesting dial. That watch is a perfect example of having parts laying around and deciding to see what I could come up with that day. I'm much more Macgyver, than watchmaker. I use some specified watchmaker tools as well as tools I received from my dad after his retirement [nothing to do w/ watches]. I just dig in and see what happens. Buy some standard tool sets that include hand setters, movement holder, tweezers, loupe, crystal/ bezel press [don't skimp on this], and handset puller, etc. Once you learn how to remove a stem and then the movement, you'll be hooked. You might find installing the hour hand easy, the minute hand is slightly more difficult, and the second hand is a real challenge. Especially after a couple cups of coffee. It will take a few attempts but worth the effort. Best advice is to work on a broken watch to see what it takes to remove hands etc. That way you have at least a little experience when working on a working model. Good luck and keep us posted! dP
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Thank you for all that info', Dan.
Must admit it sounds intriguing. I'm now looking for a broken watch to play with..... I'll let you know how I get on, and, if/when I get 'stuck'!! 😷 Ps. I'm not intending on doing anything other than cleaning the solid silver case, but. I have a beautiful rectangular Roy King that needs polishing. Would you (or anyone here ) know how to get into it? There is no removable 'back'. |
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Good mods.
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28 June 2020, 08:05 AM | #26 |
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Great looking mods Dan
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28 June 2020, 03:41 PM | #27 |
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I can see where this can be addicting. Lol
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