Modding a Seiko 5 into a Rolex Submariner Date Kermit DESIGN - Seiko 5 Sports watch Mods

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  • Опубліковано 28 лис 2024

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  • @gtrman9706
    @gtrman9706 3 роки тому +397

    He turned a Seiko into a Seiko.

    • @micway71
      @micway71 3 роки тому +9

      That’s my sentiments exactly.

    • @hary6291
      @hary6291 3 роки тому +4

      with some Seiko mods...

    • @dodgydruid
      @dodgydruid 3 роки тому +11

      I was thinking that, Mercedes hands and a green ceramic insert do not make a Rolex lol

    • @theaussiewhinger
      @theaussiewhinger 2 роки тому +11

      It's not my thing either but he never said it was anything other than a Seiko...

    • @AndrewF321
      @AndrewF321 2 роки тому +4

      @@theaussiewhinger It's the title of the video, Modding Seiko into Rolex.

  • @philwongnz
    @philwongnz 3 роки тому +134

    He's the roughest watch maker I have seen so far in my life. I wouldn't let him touch any vintage watches...

    • @initium5421
      @initium5421 3 роки тому +24

      I wouldn't let him touch ANY watch

    • @licha5050
      @licha5050 3 роки тому +5

      dude your a hater so just shut up! do u think you can do better...I don't think so loser face!

    • @ashen99
      @ashen99 3 роки тому +15

      @@licha5050 I actually can do better and yes, OP is right

    • @licha5050
      @licha5050 3 роки тому +5

      @@ashen99 come on I work on my own watches and it's not easy. now I mean no disrespect to you. but it's a lot of fun to work on them. but don't poke fun at the guy

    • @CocoKoi321
      @CocoKoi321 3 роки тому +7

      @@licha5050 the dial was stuck under the crystal press Bruh

  • @mdr2465
    @mdr2465 3 роки тому +26

    Aaargh.. Autsj.. There is a dial stuck under that crystal press when pressing the crystal. A bit roughly build, but a nice watch. Enjoy it.

  • @wuyeah1980
    @wuyeah1980 3 роки тому +163

    It would be nice at the end of video inform everyone the total cost of the mod. I believe most audiences would be curious to know.

    • @Brown_cheese
      @Brown_cheese 3 роки тому +18

      1 dollar.

    • @matthewmulcahy695
      @matthewmulcahy695 3 роки тому +12

      At least 3

    • @Not_really
      @Not_really 3 роки тому

      @@vladonebotos Thanks for posting the link. I've just checked out some of the modded pieces and, I have to say, the prices are quite modest.

    • @DANTHETUBEMAN
      @DANTHETUBEMAN 3 роки тому +4

      If you have to ask,,, you can't afford it . :);

    • @jinxy7869
      @jinxy7869 3 роки тому +1

      @@DANTHETUBEMAN ok

  • @reallauradee
    @reallauradee 3 роки тому +7

    You have hands of a man who has worked. I respect that.

  • @beakmaster3825
    @beakmaster3825 3 роки тому +17

    This is filmed so well, not a lot of cuts, tons of explaining. Thanks!!

  • @gtaseed
    @gtaseed 2 роки тому +12

    That domed sapphire and the way it flows with the bezel... AMAZING! Now I need one in all black with a ceramic bezel

  • @LD-bf1mi
    @LD-bf1mi 3 роки тому +82

    13:10... that’s the sound that makes every watch lover die.

  • @Mthusiast4life
    @Mthusiast4life 3 роки тому +28

    It's so cool to see the watch maker beeing an watch enthusiast for SEIKO like that. That giggle when he got the bezel on is just priceless☺️❤️ Und du kannst sie jeden Tag tragen! Ein richtiger Daily Beater ist das!

    • @customseikowatches1911
      @customseikowatches1911 3 роки тому +2

      Haha you judged very well. I collect only seiko watches too

    • @Mthusiast4life
      @Mthusiast4life 3 роки тому +2

      @@customseikowatches1911 So awesome!!! Isn't the world a tiny little place? Ha,ha!!!
      I always keep my Seiko's in honour. I don't know what it is but I just love my Seiko's that I have. They give me so much confidence, when I wear them. Maybe it's because, we as watch enthusiasts feel the heritage and legacy and can appreciate that much more then an average person🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @ZUGI849
      @ZUGI849 2 роки тому

      Das ist etwas besonderes!!!

  • @unreal7875
    @unreal7875 3 роки тому +28

    At first i thought hes gonna ruin the watch, but the end result is amazing😍

  • @shaunnewman4237
    @shaunnewman4237 3 роки тому +65

    My two favourite parts are when you stick a screwdriver into the movement to get it out of the case and when you jam a steel case back opener under the bezel to prise it off with no protection for the case.

    • @jkgkjgkijk
      @jkgkjgkijk 3 роки тому +1

      We learn by teaching, or sarcasm...lol

    • @jkgkjgkijk
      @jkgkjgkijk 3 роки тому +1

      The glass trick though

    • @davidmcguire6043
      @davidmcguire6043 3 роки тому +10

      You mean when he gently lifts the movement with a tool that works great for the job and when he doesn't damage the watch and removes the bezel?

    • @shaunnewman4237
      @shaunnewman4237 3 роки тому +5

      @@davidmcguire6043 no, maybe you’re thinking of a different video.

    • @Jack_Stafford
      @Jack_Stafford 2 роки тому +3

      "Gets the job done!", this IS Dubai, not Switzerland, after all.

  • @mohdashhad3002
    @mohdashhad3002 5 місяців тому +3

    Now turn a Rolex into a Seiko.

  • @TheJVCMan
    @TheJVCMan 3 роки тому +4

    I like that you can get something different by doing this. Not pretending to be a Rolex. Clearly still showing the movement and where it's come from but just making it look like a Rolex. I think this is a really cool idea. I know nothing about watches so wouldn't have a clue about your processes but I really like the Kermit and the Pepsi. Two of my favourite Rolex's, I might have to reach out to you. :)

  • @watchbrain4088
    @watchbrain4088 3 роки тому +37

    Beautiful final result! That Seiko Kermit looks 10x better than the normal 5!

  • @1malikalik
    @1malikalik 3 роки тому +2

    Am American and I find eastern accents and enunciation captivating to listen to. Sapphire is heavily accentuated to sound like Sir- Fire 🔥.
    Equally impressive was the step by step transformation of a mundane seiko5 to an award winning Rolex iteration.
    Your creativity and resounding command of the English language has earned you a new subscriber.
    Blessings from USA.
    Malik Martin.

  • @doctorjui
    @doctorjui 3 роки тому +13

    The end result was superb. Great job!!

  • @Claus-L.Mueller
    @Claus-L.Mueller 3 роки тому +30

    Hi Niko!
    It’s an interesting result. I felt a little sorry for the blue dial that was under the press... 😉
    Best regards,
    Claus

  • @simonassouline45
    @simonassouline45 3 роки тому +9

    Professionalism at it’s highest level! Great Job!

  • @whitewolfstudios4727
    @whitewolfstudios4727 3 роки тому +1

    As a total watch noob, I wish you would not have cut some of the video so I can see exactly what you're doing. For example when removing the dial face, I don't know what you did, where there any latches or hinges you had to unbuckle? Or do you just use a tool to pry it out? That 1 second of video footage could have explained so many important things IMO. Still, thanks very much for the time and patience taken in making this video, it still helped me understand a lot of the basics. Have a great day :)

    • @TheDubaiExpat
      @TheDubaiExpat  3 роки тому

      we will make another detailed one ok :)!

  • @bmcclarin87
    @bmcclarin87 3 роки тому +64

    Watching the dial get dragged around by the crystal press the whole time :(

    • @customseikowatches1911
      @customseikowatches1911 3 роки тому +11

      This usually doesn't happen. This was my first time building on camera so in trying to ensure camera sees my steps, I neglected the blue dial. Anyways it was not being used in this watch so it's OK, I threw it away :)

    • @palmeadia
      @palmeadia 3 роки тому

      @@customseikowatches1911 Not an excuse, why throw the stock dial away?

    • @customseikowatches1911
      @customseikowatches1911 3 роки тому +1

      @@palmeadia because I don't need it. I have too many available

    • @palmeadia
      @palmeadia 3 роки тому +6

      @@customseikowatches1911 Bad practice is bad practice, it was ugly to see. Your further excuse is the perfect depiction of what's wrong with humans and the consequential effect on the planet.

    • @customseikowatches1911
      @customseikowatches1911 3 роки тому +1

      @@palmeadia OK buddy. Looks like you are in a modding business yourself. Focus on that

  • @ScottDreyfus
    @ScottDreyfus 3 роки тому +5

    I have an skx I built like that on a bond and it gets more compliments than my actual submariner

  • @djcwes
    @djcwes 3 місяці тому

    Loved the video. Amazing result!

  • @Maardinli
    @Maardinli 3 роки тому +7

    İ really dont understand why you need this customization. İ think first is perfect. Ok thats also perfect but i decide first original design.

  • @mariofalfan2997
    @mariofalfan2997 3 роки тому +1

    Talk about a Frankstein... like it !

  • @quantumcreator8888
    @quantumcreator8888 2 роки тому

    Beautiful watch

  • @MiamiWatchMods
    @MiamiWatchMods Рік тому

    very slick looking watch

  • @mangaltripsnepal
    @mangaltripsnepal 10 місяців тому

    That was really grate job ! Thank you for sowing.

  • @GEAUXFRUGAL
    @GEAUXFRUGAL 2 роки тому

    Looks good.

  • @mohammeduvace2617
    @mohammeduvace2617 Рік тому

    Perfectly done. Loved the end result.

  • @corpuzone
    @corpuzone 10 місяців тому

    That’s incredible. Didn’t know people modded their watches like this. I’d hire you to mod one of my watches! You’re that good 😊

  • @abhishekj3499
    @abhishekj3499 3 роки тому +1

    Nicely Modified.

  • @lionplecko8997
    @lionplecko8997 Рік тому

    Is the rubber included or do you need to buy it seperate?

  • @cstocki
    @cstocki 9 місяців тому +1

    what really would be cool is to mod a Rolex into a Seiko 5

  • @lemaalemlahcen8114
    @lemaalemlahcen8114 3 роки тому

    Nice and amasing demo thinks .

  • @manalala4631
    @manalala4631 3 роки тому +2

    the watch looks awesome!

  • @pokie6087
    @pokie6087 3 роки тому +4

    Well no one is going to mistake it for a Rolex but it is a nice mod and a definite aesthetic improvement.

  • @x-or7510
    @x-or7510 2 роки тому +1

    Great job

  • @imadhartleben
    @imadhartleben 7 місяців тому

    nkuwan You are so well-informed about luxury watches. You've obviously done your due diligence and the comparison to the US is very informative...because of course, I live in New York. thank you very much

  • @EatLotsOfCurry
    @EatLotsOfCurry Рік тому

    Enjoyed the video and seeing your craft!

  • @remonmicheal8753
    @remonmicheal8753 Рік тому

    Very good job

  • @natusMCMII
    @natusMCMII 3 роки тому +2

    beautiful mod

  • @davidelias154
    @davidelias154 3 роки тому +1

    If you want a watch with everything a Rolex has ...buy a Rolex !

  • @robboyer6448
    @robboyer6448 3 роки тому +2

    Very cool video!!

  • @RaulGarcia-pt8eo
    @RaulGarcia-pt8eo 3 роки тому +3

    Excelente video, How Much for the Watch.

  • @alvinwatchiadorvlog2587
    @alvinwatchiadorvlog2587 3 роки тому

    Thank you for sharing idol.

  • @guzzifabrication3448
    @guzzifabrication3448 Рік тому

    Bravo !

  • @villegas24
    @villegas24 2 роки тому

    looks super cool

  • @sirinvestalot
    @sirinvestalot 2 роки тому

    Can i ask for the reason to change a already good looking watch into something else?

  • @JasonTheWatchGuy
    @JasonTheWatchGuy 3 роки тому +2

    Great mod, subbed to the channel

  • @akhtarmehsud9695
    @akhtarmehsud9695 2 роки тому

    That's Amazing 😍 looks

  • @handyandydmv
    @handyandydmv 3 роки тому +1

    This was so cool !!! You have motivated me now! 😁😁😁

  • @maschketa
    @maschketa 3 роки тому +1

    Looks great!

  • @fgj4990
    @fgj4990 3 роки тому

    Superb work and a fascinating insight!

  • @frankabarca9189
    @frankabarca9189 3 роки тому

    Beautiful work amazing

  • @johnbarclay88
    @johnbarclay88 Рік тому

    Great video.

  • @firkalali5302
    @firkalali5302 2 роки тому

    Looks fantastic!

  • @michaelfierman3256
    @michaelfierman3256 3 роки тому +1

    That was so much fun Niko! Merry Christmas 🎄🎁

  • @berndd.758
    @berndd.758 Рік тому +1

    Nice, but a Superclone is nicer 😏

    • @perfectiom3718
      @perfectiom3718 Рік тому

      There is nothing sentimental about clone watch

    • @berndd.758
      @berndd.758 Рік тому

      @@perfectiom3718 😂😂😂

  • @mr.rogers5586
    @mr.rogers5586 2 роки тому

    Its a SEIKOEX 👍🏼 looks great !

  • @hotfuzz6621
    @hotfuzz6621 3 роки тому

    You’re a Genius . I really like the result.

  • @kaushiksankar4709
    @kaushiksankar4709 3 роки тому +2

    Great video !!

  • @sanketss84
    @sanketss84 2 роки тому

    just superb

  • @jeffsuen6461
    @jeffsuen6461 3 роки тому +5

    Its usually best to snap the bezel on the case first before you put the bezel insert on especially when its a sloped one. Using the crystal press to press the bezel down while the insert is on can easily cause it to crack or worse crush your insert if you slipped. Then you'd have to go and purchase another one. Just a tip if you decide to do another build. Oh and also its easier to align with the chapter ring/indices as putting the insert on the bezel first is a lot of guess work~

    • @palmeadia
      @palmeadia 3 роки тому +1

      Exactly, that's why its misaligned to the left

  • @tacfoley4443
    @tacfoley4443 4 місяці тому

    It would look great on a Crafter Blue rubber strap!

  • @israeljr601
    @israeljr601 Рік тому

    Do you have the link to where you buy your parts?

  • @lorenzopagani
    @lorenzopagani 3 роки тому

    Can you help me? I have the same Seiko. I would like try to do the same modding. Where can i buy the ceramic bezel?

  • @martinwilliams9098
    @martinwilliams9098 Рік тому

    Great video

  • @BuhayAmericaChronicles
    @BuhayAmericaChronicles 3 роки тому

    Oh my gosh! The only Kermit i liked before this video was The Frog!

  • @doxjohnson9657
    @doxjohnson9657 Рік тому

    So nice!

  • @liqun8360
    @liqun8360 2 роки тому

    One question
    From where you are buying the dial from Rolex ?
    Thanks 🙏

  • @BalochGabol
    @BalochGabol 3 роки тому

    wats the green stuff called you used to pick the hands with ??

  • @mathemagicianwhizzkid1056
    @mathemagicianwhizzkid1056 3 роки тому +1

    Looks really nice...

  • @mrp9498
    @mrp9498 3 роки тому

    Not bad Niko, looks good.

  • @hammoudabouhammoud5501
    @hammoudabouhammoud5501 3 роки тому +1

    Very impressive !!!!!!

  • @johncarreon3185
    @johncarreon3185 Рік тому

    modding it nice watching from Sharjah

  • @aveenobodywash
    @aveenobodywash 8 місяців тому

    Just wondering whats their WR bar? Can you swim with it?

  • @xxvietblood
    @xxvietblood 2 роки тому

    Does this tamper with water proofing?

  • @tatesmobilewashandinstalla7025
    @tatesmobilewashandinstalla7025 3 роки тому

    You gotta admit, this guy is a gangster. He’s like a bull in a China shop with the watch handling skills.

  • @Tom_Kowalczuk
    @Tom_Kowalczuk 2 роки тому

    I know it is old video but where you find that crystal ?

  • @nina_abroad7710
    @nina_abroad7710 3 роки тому +1

    Looks awesome!!!

  • @gergemall
    @gergemall 3 роки тому +1

    Beautiful

  • @iiix808xiii
    @iiix808xiii Рік тому

    Is it possible to turn the bezel?

  • @alpharom89
    @alpharom89 3 роки тому

    Looks great

  • @mathieudock8875
    @mathieudock8875 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing mod congratulations 👏
    Where did you buy this wonderful watch strap ?? I've bought 3 at 3 different places and I didn't find at least one good 😭😭.
    Any advice please 🙏🙏??

  • @YaoEm
    @YaoEm 3 роки тому

    my god, the blue dial!

  • @batayantv
    @batayantv 3 роки тому

    I also make SEIKO MOD,
    I can't clean it like this ...
    Respect to you.

  • @theswingingdeus63
    @theswingingdeus63 3 роки тому +1

    FANTASTIC

  • @Kallekallsen
    @Kallekallsen 3 роки тому +5

    I Love it and I want it !!!
    🤤❣️

  • @omnitraveller
    @omnitraveller Рік тому

    Very nice! I prefer the Hulk, but that's only a minor difference

  • @Simscraggy998
    @Simscraggy998 3 роки тому +1

    Great job loved it.

  • @tristar333333
    @tristar333333 3 роки тому

    Very cool ! It took you 15 min to do that . Very good job !

  • @jeremyeagles3237
    @jeremyeagles3237 3 роки тому +2

    👌🏻 I want one

  • @BlackPWD
    @BlackPWD 5 місяців тому

    Ficou muito lindo!!!!!!!!

  • @bryanbaxter2595
    @bryanbaxter2595 3 роки тому +1

    is there a list of parts used?

  • @ThePursuitofHappiness1988
    @ThePursuitofHappiness1988 3 роки тому +1

    I have an SKX031J I’m wanting to modify. I’m also considering building my own SKX models for fun. How interesting!

  • @farhana2k8
    @farhana2k8 2 роки тому

    Do you have a link to get the tools from

  • @Somewheredownintexas
    @Somewheredownintexas 3 роки тому

    Very nice

  • @suringandhi3026
    @suringandhi3026 3 роки тому

    Cant find him on YT ir IG. Did his channel get taken down?

  • @SeikoModderATX
    @SeikoModderATX 3 роки тому

    Good job on this mod. Well done.

  • @johnbarclay88
    @johnbarclay88 Рік тому

    Can you do this if you start with a Seiko 5 dress watch, i.e.one without the rotating bezel?