Ultimate SKX Mods! NH36, Lumed Ceramic, Sapphire, Strapcode etc
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- Опубліковано 22 сер 2024
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Well, this one took me a while, I kinda freaked myself out after a few failed mods last year. I should have believed in myself a bit more! It wasn't actually too bad. If I can do it, chances are, so can you! And bloody hell, does it look good now. Cheers, Jody
This watch is like my grandfathers axe. We have had it for over 60 years and it still in perfect condition. Only had to change the handle twice and the head once
Broom trigger.
Lol
See!..a little bit of care and 60yo Axe!..We had a Cat last 25years!!..25!..died about 8yo..but still..right next to the skip..there he lay..for 17yrs!..until one of the little sh*ts next door frisbeed him at her dog..soo..no more Frisbee!..er..Cat!..sorry..forgot where I am! lol🤔🙃
I like how the ar coating on the crystal makes the chapter ring look blue 👍🏻 (17:18)
That confused the hell out of me!
Jared me too! I was like ‘wait, he didn’t mention the chapter ring’ lol
Me too. Very nice.
I agree the orange really looks great with the blue effect chapter ring
Can we get the MSKX anywhere in Australia easy to get come bye
That's the most concise & clear mod video I've seen so far on UA-cam, superb, thanks Jody.
Perfectly aligned chapter ring and bezel. You’ve betrayed the spirit of the SKX: unsubscribed.
Seriously, great job - massive improvement and looks fantastic. You should go into business.
Looks amazing! I'm usually a firm "stock condition" believer, but this looks fun and well executed. The orange minute hand really pops! Now a dial with applied indices would rock.
Ouroboros Then only the case would be original. Agree with you though 😉
@@jacc88888 the infamous SKX of Theseus ;)
@Joe Amor Brrrrr.
If you want a scratched up hardlex crystal, then sure. Stay stock
Yeah I agree. Esp with the SKX. I couldn't bear to tear mine apart, esp as they are out of production. That's why I'm doing a SKX build from scratch.
"Trigger's broom" for our non British friends, is a reference to a character on an English TV show called Only Fools and Horses. The joke is that Trigger says he has been using the same broom for 20 years... but it's had 17 new heads and 14 new handles.
Here it's called "granddad's axe"
In USA there is a similar story about George Washington's hatchet.
In greece there is Theseus' ship
NH36 is the best and only mod neccesary for the skx period. I like the original look of the skx, so I only changed the movement and the NH36 I ordered is so accurate, it's spot on! It's on freaking 0! Maximum +- 1 sec!!!
Thanks for the great video 👌
I’m glad this didn’t turn into a “I effed up my Seiko” video :)
Great job! The watch looks fantastic!
Well done! Thinking about doing an nh36 mod myself, but I fear putting the hands back will cause permanent damage to my mental health...
Believe it or not, I've actually put in a set of hands on a watch with my bare fingers. (It was a cheap watch, I didn't really care if it got ruined, and was pleasantly surprised that it didn't. I wasn't actually modding it, the hands had come off.) It can be done, and it's not that horrible, the job just requires patience and you have to remember to do it in order.
Honestly, the movement swap is the part I was most keen to see you do. I put a strapcode angus jubilee on my skx007 and while it has some chunk to it (I like the chunk) it's not so big that it mismatches the case, in the event anyone is curious. I like what you did, Jody! It's not the handset choice I would have made, but mods are for the wearer, after all. Many thanks for showing the whole distance of the project.
The best Seiko mod video I've ever seen. It looks systematic with confident.
I have most of the tools, a double dome sapphire, an original hardlex, aftermarket/original chapter rings, a Knurled Bezel Coin from Dagazwatch with Black GMT and Blue Titanium Bezel Insert, leather and Z22 rubber straps, and also 2 SKX-es but still don't have enough courage for real modding yet. The only mod that i i've already done was swapping the straps.
After seeing this video, my confidence was boosted. Thx.
You know, I do love it when the popularity of a product becomes so large that you don't even need OEM parts to build a better product and a similar price point.
I had a SKX with a wrecked 7s26.. I swapped in a NH36 (keeping stock dial / hands..etc) wasn't too hard.. the tip I saw that really helped me.. I was having the devil's own time with the seconds hand. Some watchmaker guy on youtube has a video about hands and he puts a tiny amount of rodico on the tip of the hand-setting tool and picking the seconds hands up with it and then positioning the seconds hand that way.. after 20minutes of frustration got it on the 1st go with the rodico on tip of setting tool approach... stem wasn't too bad.. All in all very happy to have my SKX009 running again, keeping great time as well.
The prettiest SKX out there. Brilliant job Jody
Agreed on hand pressing tools. I find I have a lot more control with these compared to a spring loaded tool.
After seeing this, I might switch to hand pushers, too. Spring loaded press is kind of inaccurate.
I love the GMT Master wallclock you got there 😁
Beautiful and very subtle mods!
Great video as always, end result looks really good. I bought my SKX thinking I would mod it, but since then I decided to keep it standard and just put the money towards more watches instead lol.
I own two seiko skx's and have decided from my own experience and watching so many videos that the only thing people like about the skx is the case!
If the SKX's weren't going UP in price I'd LOVE to try this. Oh well, I'll just enjoy it vicariously thru Jody
why are the SKX's moving up ??
@@sellsidedream8766 discontinued
Slightly unrelated but I just bought a Cadisen watch containing the NH36 movement thanks to your video. Very informative channel! Eventually I hope to get a nice Seiko like this.
A cracking job, Jody! I did the ceramic insert and double dome sapphire, but have decided to hang off a wee bit for the nh36, but, who knows, one day. So far I’ve swum and snorkelled quite deep on both sides of the Atlantic, off the Fife coast at Elie and off the west coast near Oban and it’s not leaked so far, but one day I must try and get the hand winding and hacking movement to finish the job. You’ve inspired me to have a go, thanks for another wonderful video, cheers, Rob, from the East Neuk.
I’ve been planning the exact same mods without the movement change. Ceramic diver lume insert, new chunkier brushed steel bezel, double dome sapphire glass, and Merc hands. I went with the chunkier Rolex type strap though. Brilliant video. Thank you, and once again, just through approach, variety and your integrity and knowledge, you’re proving why you’re one of the best watch channels online.
Use rodico to manipulate the hands while setting them, much easier. It looks great though! Excellent job!
This is one of the best modding tutorials I've seen.
Straightforward with all the information needed to mod the SKX.
Thank you!
I love that there’s not a speck of dust. I can’t put a case on my phone without fouling it with dust particles. Nice job!
Good job Sir. I like the blue AR coating, changes the colour of the chapter ring and, you know I love an orange minute hand.
Great job Jody, I love the AR blue. The watch looks a million bucks. I’m going shopping for a few parts now myself.
Jesus that looks cracking, really make me want to have a go! Great video
There're a bunch of SKX mods on UA-cam. But I like yours the best. A great balance between instruction and demonstration. I'll keep watching.
Longislandwatch.com is doing this for those who are not willing to do that themselves
WOW that has got to be THE BEST SKX MOD VIDEO...EVER! Best I have ever seen anyway and I have seen a few, not only that but good choices for all parts as well. End result spot on Jody, take a bow mate you deserve it.
I LOVE my SKX007 and always worry when someone does a mod which almost takes away what makes the SKX so special. However no such fear here. Perhaps I’m gushing a little too much here, but what you have created looks every bit as good as any very high end diver including that there Submariner thingy?
Before watching this I was very happy with mine, now I want that one. Could not understand why people wanted to mod it, that’s because everyone else goes way over the top. The bracelet worried me, the hands did the same but I should not have worried at all, as it came out perfect. 😃
Next up: How to mod your royal oak. Love the look of this one!
Absolutely gorgeous, I've seen restorations and modding videos, but this takes the cake
Jody.......Great video. Following your lead, I modded my SKX013. New sapphire crystal, new bezel insert (haven’t received yet), new hands. Things went pretty well; only problem was I lost new second hand. Had hell of a time getting installed, finally flew off into cosmos somewhere. Finally got old hand put on. Other issue was, didn’t clean case well enough and have dust particle on face. Will clean off when new bezel insert arrives. Gonna have to buy another second hand and put on. Was lot of fun doing mod and not nearly as difficult as anticipated. Thanks a million for instruction and motivation.
Great channel. Keep up good work.
This looks beautiful, i think there should be an update of the SKX line with these same specs, and maybe some different dial colors. Great job sir.
Absolutely loved this. I had an skx I intended to mod like this, but between work and fixing my shit commodore I just couldn't get the time. I do stuff like this all the time at work repairing orthopedic components. Keep up the good videos, throughly enjoying your stuff
i have a tip for you. find or buy a cheap bicycle innertube and cut few square pieces out of it. use these squares to protect the saphyr when you install them. it works super well with the bezel. put the rubber around the tip of the tool and push. it will pop nicely with the best protection. rubber is thick enough.
Such a great mod. The watch looks great. I wouldn't worry about the blue, I think it works really well in a subtle way. Great video. Great final product. Thanks for sharing
This date wheel is not French, it's Spanish:
JUE = Jueves =/= JEU (Jeudi)
VIE = Viernes =/= VEN (Vendredi)
Si
@@japd7897 Si in French or Spanish lol
"Si" in French is when you emphasize "Yes!"
@@algerianatheist2755"Si" in the more important language.
@@japd7897 Linguistically speaking there is no such a thing as "more important language"
"Si" in the language spoken in the new world. Pls. do not reply that geographically there is no such thing as "the new world".
I love making my own mods so I have my watches personalised for my own taste with a kind of unique piece... and watching your video it seems so easy for you (I know it is not always), congrats!
Personally I love the blue touch that the crystal adds. A nice bit of contrast to the orange bits on the hand and dial.
I skipped this vid last week because I don’t have a Seiko. Then this afternoon happened. A “new to me” SKX007 is on its way to my mailbox. Now I’ll watch all the Seiko vids. Cheers.
I absolutely love this mod. The original style of the Skx is relatively the same yet it looks like a million bucks.
You can do it bud !!! I’m rebuilding 8 NH35’s right now .... After a time or 2 , you could rebuild the entire movement with just 2x’s magnification , good tweezers , and a modified toothpick
Thank you for sharing this video. Vids like these are helping build my confidence to do my first from-the-ground-up build.
I love the way it looks now. I love the blue AR coating actually. I also love the domed crystal and the movement upgrade. I never recommend SKX over something like an Orient because of that super outdated movement.
just listened to this mod vid and enjoyed it and your soothing scottish accent we need more scottish narrators , unlike most scots who tend to not like hearing their accent ,which im not one of I love my scottish accent . thank you and lang mae yer lum reek .regards from glasgow .
Great job Jodi! You did your research and prepared on exactly what to do and it all looked like it went pretty smoothly!
I suggest you lubricate the back and crown gaskets with some watch lubricant. Not necessary to the process, but it's a quick thing and helps with the longevity of the gaskets.
Brilliant, just brilliant! GREAT production values, and you are so inclusive, generous
And encouraging! How are you not on tv?!
Thanks for sharing Jody, that was a fantastic vid! Been tempted to mod an SKX many times myself. The coin edge bezel and ceramic insert look great. Great work mate!
Looks great, Jody. Well done! Even just a sapphire really dresses up any SKX. I'd happily wear this little fella.
That was very satisfying to watch over a cup of coffee. You had the right tool for each part of the job.
Love your videos mate. Always excellent content and production value. Keep up the great work!! I started getting into modding recently and I'm really having a blast. I just finished my first proper mod of an Invicta 8926OB. Installed a Dagaz Milsub dial and hands, proper bezel insert with correct Rolex font, did the logo removal & re-polish thing, installed a nice sapphire crystal with 2.5x mag cyclops and a SEL oyster bracelet from an Invicta 9937 (fully brushed/logo removed). What a great everyday watch. The NH36 is the perfect movement for this work. I'll forego the hi-beat value and a little decoration for durability and reliability every day. Next project is my trusty old SKX007. Time for an engine swap and an upgraded look. Thanks for the tips and inspiration!! Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!
I did a very similar mod myself with a Seiko 5 (SNK 809). I fitted the dial and hands from an SKX. Later, I went back in and replaced the movement with an NH36. It's very satisfying to have a somewhat unique piece that you've created yourself. It's definitely a "Trigger's broom". That saying is a new one on me, but I instantly got the reference. :-)
Love the energetic vibe you bring, became an instant fan. However when you made the triggers broom reference, I was sold! Subscribed!
I really liked the orange watch hand. Really set it off.
Measure twice, cut once. Then again and again, then file. Excellent video (as usual)
You just become the very coolest watch channel on UA-cam in my eyes just by wearing that shirt🔥nice vid mate am new to watches and really enjoy your insights an mods
Biggest problem with modding a SIX is sourcing a broken one, as good used ones are holding their value.
Very nice mod Jody!😀
Best looking SKX I’ve seen after the upgrade.
Wow that turned out amazing!!! Congrats on that new SKX!
Jody, It's way easier to use your blue-tac or rodico instead of tweezers to pick up and place the hands without damaging them. With the pointer end of the watch hand stuck to the blue-tac, align it over the hub whist using the tool with your other hand to press it down.
Well I broke the original movement in my SKX007, not sure how the hell I managed that, but using your instructions I swapped it for an NH36. Boom! First mod was the big one, but it worked and I'm well happy. Now I'm going to have to get a nicer bezel insert. 😁
Welcome to the brotherhood! I just completed my first mod (SKX173) and I totally understand what you went through. Great work, Jody. :)
Hi Jody, a big HELLO from Germany. What a great Vid. Now the SKX is a real beauty, couldn't be better. Very well done. Respect.
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍 YOU ARE TO MODEST! I watch you’re videos even before I check out the news on BBC in the a.m.. A new fanboy.
Nice mod. I agree with you on the crystal. The blue tint seems to be off unless the dial is blue. Overall, the watch looks great!
Great job mate! I recently did a full custom SKX NH36 build using a Crystaltimes PVD case with a DD sapphire/black ceramic yachtmaster bezel combo. A fun project with surprisingly great results.
Those mods came out beautiful, and I really like the look of the blue AR coated sapphire crystal. That is a great looking watch, Jody!
Excellently done. The hands application could do with a video of its own, so easy to over push and and bend!
Really curious how to open the skx, and i found your video, so clear and step by step explained. Thanks!
A quick hack to hold the hands while trying to install. Get A stick it note. Attach to underside of hand and your able to move it around and push down with the other hand.
Nice project and end result! I'm one extremely indecisive person so just choosing what hands would look best would be quite challenging.
I did something very similar with my SKX007: NH36, Strapcode jubilee, ceramic bezel insert and sapphire domed crystal. I kept the original hands, with their unbeatable lume, and used black day and date wheels. I think that looks a good deal better than the white wheels. You need to be a bit careful with the crystal to ensure it matches the level of the thicker bezel insert. I found a 1.5mm crystal was just right. Just how it should have been made in the first place!
Fun and amazing to watch. Hilarious as always... And believe if or not, I did the same hands and bezel on mine 3 years ago hunting for a squale mod and I love it... Now getting that movement and crystal changed ASAP. Looks amazing.
I've never been brave enough to attempt a date wheel swap but this gives me a bit more confidence.
Yes mate, it wasn't as bad as I thought. Doooooooooooo it!
Very well explained. i now have the confidence to start modding my own skx007
It looks fantastic Jody! Now one of the nicest SKX's I have ever seen. As always from you, this a beautifully produced video. Well done all round, sir!
Good for you. Personally I can’t be bothered to do all this work on my watches. I’d rather spend more and be happy with what it is, but to each his own.
Beautiful outcome. Great demo and clear instructions. Thanks for sharing the experience with us Jody.
Great job. I dont even own a watch and I want to mod one of these. I even like the mods you used.
Excellent job! Going to give it a go on my SKX tomorrow. Love the clock on the wall. Keep up the great videos.
Wow, that is one of the best modding videos I have ever seen. I really appreciate that you included the movement swap. I keep thinking of doing that on my SNZH53, and I wanted to keep the arabic date wheel, so that was a nice detail to put in as well.
Great job Jodi, I'm a new subscriber and I have to admit I've been watching most of your videos and I've already ordered two watches this week. I guess I should thank you? As my English grandmother would say, bugger!
Was waiting for this video. I thought replacing the hands would be the trickiest part but, after seeing this, maybe not. Will try this mod, especially now that CT Horology makes signed lumed crowns for the skx. Really good video, well done.
I have all the bits and have watched this for the 4th time. I am about to do it all. Wish me luck....
Looks great! I love the blue anti reflective coating. I put a domed blue ar sapphire on my budget silver snkk87 and I think it looks like a million bucks!
A black dial really makes the ar coating stand out
I did an SKX007 that was quite similar, NH36, Strapcode Jubilee, and ceramic bezel, although I used one in the Submariner style rather than Seiko. I liked the original hands, so I kept them, Use a fairly thick domed bezel ~3mm, as the ceramic bezel is quite thick, and will protrude beyond the edges of a thinner crystal. One thing I did differently was to use white on black date and day wheels, which looks really good. You might want to try a black day wheel and white date wheel, with the white date balancing the white 9 marker.
Wow amazing job ! I wish i could do that job by myself too, so greeaaat video! And the final look of the mod is beautiful
Timing, Jodi! Just thinking about modding my Turtle as I clicked on the vid. Cheers!
Section 9 modding a Turtle? check out RANDOM ROB's channel.
Lovely job. I've messed about with my skx for practice enough now. This has made me want to do it properly!
That's another great video there, and a perfect how-to on how to do an SKX mod. Its a pity you didn't start with just custom parts and build one up from scratch, now that would be awesome.
Awesome vid Jody, hopefully more mod vlogs in the future 👍
Great video sir! The speed of the video was perfect and explanation was awesome! I’ve been hesitant of doing my own mod, but I, certain I can accomplish this now! Thanks
Great video Jody! I love the orange hour hand. The watch looks 100% better. It really pops now. I've always wanted to do a mod but I don't know if there are kits you can buy. The bezel is sooo much nicer. Keep up the good work!!!
Congratulations on the SKX mod build Jody. The watch looks cracking👍👏
Great video, will try it myself. Had previously bought parts to do one but chickened out and got a watch maker to do it for me. Well done!
Great video as always Jody! Ugh, an observation from the strapcode website. Please do not play audio that cannot be easily muted...
Jody, great job. I like your choice of hands as well. Makes it look more like a dive watch. Amazing job, good on ya!
What a great looking watch! Lovely additions and well done for pulling it off! Would happily add that style to my collection.