Getting a Seiko SKX007 CHEAP and Doing a Movement Swap

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  • Опубліковано 7 сер 2024
  • Here's an easy way to get a great deal on seiko watches. Get a seiko in good shape that's not running and do a movement swap!
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  • @uk366
    @uk366 3 місяці тому +6

    Somehow, I missed the part, where you changed the o-ring on the crown as well as the case back gasket. Or at least regreased those ... 😢

  • @SoCalWatchReviews
    @SoCalWatchReviews Місяць тому +1

    Great video man, keep up the great work 👍🏼

  • @craighoward5486
    @craighoward5486 3 місяці тому +1

    Super useful! Thank you - I'll subscribe and look forward to more.

  • @Professional_Youtube_Commenter
    @Professional_Youtube_Commenter 3 місяці тому +3

    good luck finding a faulty 007, i found 0 now. i seartch for "faulty seiko" it was reaally old vintage stuff.

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому

      Be patient, they're out there. Also use keywords like "needs work", "watchsmith", "watchmaker".... they pop up from time to time.

  • @RabbitWatchShop
    @RabbitWatchShop 3 місяці тому

    Nice work. I’m not a fan of people modding these beyond a movement swap: replacing the 7s26 with a 4R16 / NH36 daydate with hack and hand wind.
    I modded a 38mm 5KX by transplanting the movement, dial, and hands into a SKX013 dive case, thereby gaining a screw down crown, 200m of WR, and a SKX013 bezel insert with lume pip. Came out great. I essentially transformed a Seiko diver-style watch into a true diver.

  • @Vincent13997
    @Vincent13997 3 місяці тому

    I had mine service last year for about $150. Many would say it wasn’t worth it but right now I can get 3 times what I paid for it. And given the popularity, I assume it will continue to appreciate.

  • @bestboy897
    @bestboy897 3 місяці тому +1

    really awesome bro i subbed

  • @tunokies
    @tunokies 3 місяці тому +2

    Next video idea. upgrade the same watch to hand winding and hacking and swap in a sapphire crystal.

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому

      I've been looking for another SKX to mod. This one is staying all original. Stay tuned... Im trying to hunt down one that's as beat as I can find.

  • @nintendokings
    @nintendokings 3 місяці тому +1

    I think most are aware you can buy a dead 007 and swap the movement. I see them sell for not much less than working ones tbh

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому

      This one was less than half what functioning one in the same condition would have cost, and it came with box and papers...

  • @Tom_Kowalczuk
    @Tom_Kowalczuk 3 місяці тому +2

    Oh c'mon ! 100$ ?
    Here (Ireland) I've seen they going up to 700 euros for some reason.
    What movement you have used ?

    • @knutjunker2019
      @knutjunker2019 3 місяці тому +1

      700 is what you pay for a well-preserved and functional SKX.
      Right now I could get a defective SKX007 for 175 euros (which is already a lot. A new 7s26 movement costs about 25 to 50 euros. All in all, that would be a really good price for an SKX.
      The prices being asked for a working used SKX are ridiculous. For under 250 euros you can get a new Citizen Promaster Diver with hacking and manual winding, which is superior to the SKX.
      Of course, you could also give the defective SKX an NH movement with an adapter.

    • @knutjunker2019
      @knutjunker2019 3 місяці тому +3

      Or you get a SKX-homage from Long Island Watches for $299, the better SKX.

    • @Unlucky1776
      @Unlucky1776 3 місяці тому +2

      At that point just get a new Seiko diver lol

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому

      $700 is crazy, is that because you're only looking locally?

  • @D3ZG1978
    @D3ZG1978 3 місяці тому +1

    New sub here 👏

  • @BarnOwl61
    @BarnOwl61 3 місяці тому

    Yeah, one moment, please. If you are not familiar with mounting watch hands, this can be a huge challenge. Don't lose patience. The first two hands are relatively easy. The seconds hand, not so much. Good luck! 😊

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому +1

      I've definitely uttered a few choice words over second hands.... I'd say practice makes perfect, but I still dread mounting second hands.

  • @007therealjamesbond
    @007therealjamesbond 3 місяці тому +2

    I’ve a 6” wrist, would it fit ok? Thanks

    • @JohnnyJohnJon83
      @JohnnyJohnJon83 3 місяці тому +4

      Get an SKX013

    • @DoItYourselfDad
      @DoItYourselfDad 3 місяці тому +1

      @@JohnnyJohnJon83 Was about to suggest the same thing. The SKX013 is a little smaller than the 007, I have a 7 inch wrist and the I wouldn't want anything larger than the 007.

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому

      They both beat me to it... the skx013 would be a good pick

  • @bestboy897
    @bestboy897 3 місяці тому

    did u get a nh35 movement?

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому

      Not on this one, went with the original 7S26C. Im hunting down another skx to mod, stay tuned!

  • @matyasd007
    @matyasd007 3 місяці тому +3

    Time to move on from the skx007.. there are tons of better options out there

    • @timothyfoley3000
      @timothyfoley3000 3 місяці тому

      No. Don't have to.

    • @Unlucky1776
      @Unlucky1776 3 місяці тому +1

      ​@@timothyfoley3000it's all just nostalgic hype now. Yea when it was new it was super value but people playing so much for a 7s26 watch is insane

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому +2

      nah, I'll stick with what I like...

  • @user-hu8bn2dm3n
    @user-hu8bn2dm3n 3 місяці тому

    من فضلك عندي ساعة pierpont ميكانيكية نسائية قديمة وهي بحالة جيدة وعندي ساعة Sndoz قديمة رجالية خدش بسيط بالميناء ولكنها تعمل بشكل جيد وساعة sirgint تعمل بشكل جيد اريد بيعهم وساعة ام صليب قديمة يلزمها اصلاح بسيط وايضا اريد بيعها

  • @ahson6249
    @ahson6249 3 місяці тому

    Fun project but why not just get a Turtle?

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому

      I own more than one Seiko… stay tuned.

  • @GuySasha2022
    @GuySasha2022 3 місяці тому

    I would rather just buy a Tandario😂

    • @WatchWorkbench
      @WatchWorkbench  3 місяці тому

      I can't argue with Tandario's, they definitely have some of the best value for the money watches out there. I picked up a few during the 11.11 sale.

  • @user-wk6qd7yg1j
    @user-wk6qd7yg1j 3 місяці тому

    you’re literally my comfort person i love you #nkuwan !