r/SeikoMods

Some of my vintage watches started to running really fast. Therefore I bought this demagnetizer.

Watched some videos on YouTube how to use it and did the exact same thing. Tested it on two watches measured them before and after. Unfortunately, the measurements are the same, my watch gets around seven.

I place the watch on the tool without resting it, push the button and start moving the watch slowly away. Going through this process while holding the watch in different positions.

Am I doing something wrong or is this tool not working?

Opted for an Arabic numeral dial for my Explorer II build, and I’m happy with how it turned out!

Hello,

I have the honor to show you my first nh36 build wich i changed the day and date wheels, I bent the minute hand, the new one is on her way 😉 but i wanted ton finish the build first

I hope you enjoyed it!

Take care!

Hi everyone, I have a seiko skx231 with the 7s26 movement. I believe it has never been serviced, and the rotor broke away from the bearing in the case. I found in my spare parts I had another rotor with the same issue. It is my understanding these rotors are press fit, but when I press them in gently with a jewelers hammer and small metal bar they do not seem sufficiently retained. I add a small bead of super-glue around the rim on the bottom of the rotor and then gently pressed the bearing in. The bearing still spins freely but is firmly held in place. I was going to use naptha to swab off the excess super-glue. However before I reinstall I read that you should never use superglue on watches as it off gases with in the case and will impart a coating on everything.

Now bare in mind this a cheap watch I found on the street, I'm just looking for a quick fix to get it going again. Do you think if I let the superglue dry for a sufficient amount of time before installing it will be okay? If not what should I use as an alternative, and are there any widely available consumer products I can use? The only reddit post I could find describing this issue just said to replace the rotor or movement. Thanks for any help.

Also just to note I am a professional repair person in other disciplines, strictly an amateur for watches.

My first watch, built June 2025. I originally was planning to gift it but I was so pleased with how it turned out I decided to keep it. This SKX007 has parts from namoki, alix and eBay. I think the top hat crystal suits it so well. Its color scheme is also rather patriotic, happy July 4th!

My intent with the dial/bezel insert combo was to create a yin/yang balance and continue the wave out of the dial into the bezel. I also wanted a full lume.

“The Kanagawa”

Id like to see any watches you have with top hat crystals!

Thanks!

Assembled this Slim Turtle build just in time for the 4th and had to take it to the fireworks!

All parts from AliExpress and the strap from uncle straps. This is my second case from Fenya and I’m a huge fan of their case quality. The case shape itself really surprised me, I’m really blown away by how comfortable it wears.

A day late but happy 4th of July everyone!

First build - thinking something like this. Anything I should source elsewhere? May switch it up on the dial. Any parts that will give me trouble on compatibility or issues during the build?

After building the blue one for my wife I just had to build one for myself. I’m sure she’ll end up with both, however.

Hello all, just completed my first Seiko Mod, a Speedmaster Snoopy 50th anniversary homage using a VK63 movement .

The Chrono second hand is slightly out and will get round to getting that right soon, after I've done my Steeldive 6105 mod.

My grandfather’s generation had the original 62MAS. Mine has this.
I built this NH35-powered diver as my tribute to the watch that started Seiko’s dive watch legacy back in 1965.
It combines the classic 62MAS design language with modern materials:
• NH35 movement
• 316L stainless steel case and bracelet
• Sapphire crystal
• Lumed ceramic bezel insert
Not a replica and not intended to be one—just my interpretation of a classic.
There’s something satisfying about wearing a watch you assembled yourself.

Client commission.

Inspired from the Gulf racing theme.

What are you wearing?

This was a tough build but glad I did it. I have plenty of people asking me for a gmt watch but they don’t care about the movement. They want a cheaper option. I also used a nh34 dial and was leery but it definitely is possible with the right tools.

Decided to swap the metal band for this beige one and it's become my favorite daily summer/beach.

Wish the date was framed better.

I think I can improve on the minutes/hour hand if anyone has suggestions to make better.

Do you think it’s really worth it? Sometimes it’s hard to keep a steady hand with the manual hand setters, and I’ve even bent a few hands because of it. Can anyone who has one confirm whether it’s worth buying? Thanks!

Brothers when I try to close the crown , it can't close the stem is not fitting fully in movement, when I take the movement out from the case the stem is fitting correctly.

If I removed the crown from the stem it closes correctly in the case

Does anyone know a case back replacement that’s suitable with my 38mm seiko to make it slimmer on the wrist ?