Mark......your Website is by far the best place to see a 'sensible' evaluation of reasonably priced watches on the entire internet ! Please keep up your 'infectious' enthusiasm...it is catching !!!
for people that don't wanna mess about changing straps this is kewl.. these bracelets are nice I just got one for my SKX009 and installed it myself. If you get a /decent (i.e. not harbor freight one =p) strap removal tool it is pretty easy ... there are video tutorials as well.. a bit of tape on the lugs can help reduce the odds of scratching the lugs / case.. The one thing I would note is I have 8" wrists and sizing the bracelet involved moving the micro adjustment on the clasp up to the 1st spot..with NO links removed... so if you have bigger than say 8" wrists double check this will be long enough ??
Damn Marc! I wanted the gloves and the bracelet. I'm sending the 007 back to you. Well, just kidding. I am still waiting till 2-7 to receive my present from my wife. Thank you for your extra care and attention with my order. You are the best.
Very cool, I always felt bad for selling my skx but I'll make sure to make my skx purchase from from you guys and especially looking forward for these preinstalled upgrades. Thanks Mark!
Love your vids, Mark. Thanks to your vids I just picked up a Seiko Recraft automatic SNKN37 and absolutely love it. Now I'm going to try getting one of their fancier Japanese-made SARB automatic movements. Best value in watches right now, as far as I can tell.
Long Island Watch next week Im getting AEROMATIC 1912 AUTOMATIC CALENDAR WATCH WITH DAY-NIGHT INDICATOR #A1091 that will be my first purchase from your site. I've been looking at that watch everyday for 2 months!
Great looking bracelet on that piece. Suggestion: when you start doing crystals, if you do domed, do actual "dome" crystal and not the "box" style crystal. The box style is actually flat on top while trying to imitate a true dome. The effect isn't bad, but side by side with a true domed crystal, the box style gives off an aura of cheapness. If you're going to do upgrades, do them right and high quality, as you did with the bracelet.
Very cool special edition. I was planning on ordering these together in about a month or so for my upcoming birthday. I just ordered it today, can't wait. BTW, I have really been enjoying the watch I bought from you last year, the Orient Blue Mako II.
I really like the look of this. If I ever get back to NYC on holiday from the UK. I'll have to see how practical it is to get the train over to your store and pick one up. Especially if you offer this with the sapphire crystal.
Iam wearing my 007 as I watch your vidio Mark I upgraded mine with the same osyter bracelet, saphire crystal and a dark blue ceramic bezel insert I have around 20 dive watchs most are a lot more expensive than my 007 but the 007 stands second to none of them great reveiw
I seen those bracelets on your site for Orient Mako and I really want to get one. I also want want an SKX and a Strapcode bracelet for that and a domed crystal. You are the reason I'm going to be broke in the future and I'm not even into watches.
Customizing is an art , you have the skills and the knowledge .... C'mon Mark ... you have this . By the way , there's a very famous british actor with your same name .
It might be a bit too late to comment. The pattern on the package is called “blue wave” in Japanese. It’s a traditional pattern shared in Eastern Asia especially in Japan.
You can find the super oyster for the 013 on Strapcode. I had one last March and I waited for a few months for it to go up for sale beforehand. I don't know if it's still on Strapcode, but feel free to check. It's very nice when I had it!!
Yes finally a man who is taking the bull by the horns and giving the watch lover a proper bracelet n a great little diver for not a lot of money well done Marc do you ship to the uk ..?
Excellent package Mark. These should do very well as I know many customers make this mod anyway. My personal experience with strapcode: best mod for my Orient bar none. It really does elevate any watch suffering from a generic stock bracelet. Any plans for Orient models?
Looks great Mark. Want one with the original jubilee (I know tacky and rattley but so comfy), with a sapphire crystal. One day, too many divers at the moment. Should sell like hot cakes though great video.
I have a little over ,a bunch is the best way to put it but my watches are my babies ,I love your videos they are great and interesting I love Seiko ,but I find that the meyota 8215 minus the hack is bullet proof and it brother the 8205 keep the vids coming
Hello mark, It's funny you putting a Super Oyster on this watch because i just put that same one on a week ago, And a Sapphire on also. If i could of bought this watch with both on it would of saved me money of buying all the tools to do the job lol. Also one more comment. When you show your wrist shot can you turn the watch so we can see it better its always upside down. Nice Video!!
What a great modification. I was going to buy a stock 007, but now I think this is the one that I want. How much are they? Can you divulge that information here or do I have to go to your website?
Hey Mark, just a curious question. When you changed the time the watch hand started ticking what does that mean is that hand winding when it is unscrewed you didnt shake the watch so did it automatically start winding just by changing the time/moving the hands?
Hi Mark. I love the Seiko SKX007 Super Oyster Special Edition. Ho can I buy one? And do they come with the sapphire crystals, yet? Can you tell me the cost for that unit (with sapphire)? Thanks!
I’d be careful with starting mods for sale, people are going to want more and more. It starts with bracelets, then watch faces, and then you have a whole new business model. Although I’d love to have a retailer sell mods - it’d be nice to find a mod Sumo with a cool face or different bezel.
Mark nice review as always. Looking at that super oyster bracelet, would it fit properly on the Seiko SBDC053? I ask because I bought a bracelet from China claiming it was original OEM, but it has a odd gap between the end links and the case. The case has a concave radius while my bracelet is more straight across the top. It doesn't look right.
I have a question you are familiar with the cl 888 movement why do they call it Swiss made when it's clearly a segul cousin out of 3 watches with that movement I've only got one that really functions well and doesn't stutter
I finally pulled the trigger on an skx007 and can't wait to put the strapcode bracelet on it. Looks amaaaaaaazing.
Mark......your Website is by far the best place to see a 'sensible' evaluation of reasonably priced watches on the entire internet ! Please keep up your 'infectious' enthusiasm...it is catching !!!
Thank you; I was quite excited about this one.
This is one watch that should be in everyone's collection.
Nice bracelet and interesting gifts in box. I even like the wrapping.
That SKX007 is absolutely freaking beautiful!
The bracelet elevates it!
Rashik Sharar that's why I bought one! 😂
@@islandwatch I purchased the bracelet based on your recommendation and am very happy with it. It looks incredible!
Your videos are so calming and relaxing . I love them .
The Rolex submariner is by far the most recognizable watch in the World but the Seiko SKX007 is the coolest by far .
Nope
@@swampgumpharpy7977 yes
What a great idea! Pretty much all the watch you need.
I got one from Singapore that was made in Japan quite a few years ago. Now the 007 is so popular and is being modded.
Just bought a skx for around 300$ and it's still not a bad deal for the price considering the quality
for people that don't wanna mess about changing straps this is kewl.. these bracelets are nice I just got one for my SKX009 and installed it myself. If you get a /decent (i.e. not harbor freight one =p) strap removal tool it is pretty easy ... there are video tutorials as well.. a bit of tape on the lugs can help reduce the odds of scratching the lugs / case..
The one thing I would note is I have 8" wrists and sizing the bracelet involved moving the micro adjustment on the clasp up to the 1st spot..with NO links removed... so if you have bigger than say 8" wrists double check this will be long enough ??
Beautiful watch skx007 dreaming for that watch ever
Damn Marc! I wanted the gloves and the bracelet. I'm sending the 007 back to you. Well, just kidding. I am still waiting till 2-7 to receive my present from my wife. Thank you for your extra care and attention with my order. You are the best.
LOL, thank you.
Excellent idea Mark! Perfect way to introduce mods with a beloved classic 007.
Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.
Great idea, strap looks real nice and with upgraded Crystal will make for a great watch.
I'm Your Huckleberry facts I want one ..
Thanks.
Beautiful watch. Still saving for one of these
Awesome idea Mark! Already have the 007 with the oyster but was looking to get a 009 with the super jubilee. Now I'll wait.
Haha, patience!
Long Island Watch how about an skx gmt with a 12 hour metal bezel. Have a picture but can't upload it to you.
We need more special editions! Beautiful! Love the video.
Thanks!
I'm really enjoying mine. Thanks again....
Thanks!
Absolutely beautiful watch
SKX007, with a Super Jubilee and flat sapphire crystal! Yeah!!!
That's the ticket, heh?
For your next run..... And if I can get shipping sorted, so I’ll be certain to collect it, here in South Africa, I’ll be one of your customers.
What about modyfying movements ? Would be nice to have SKX with 6R or 4R movement .
That would be killer!
Long Island Watch so, could you do it )?
Merci pour toutes ces vidéos Magnifiques !!!
Very cool, I always felt bad for selling my skx but I'll make sure to make my skx purchase from from you guys and especially looking forward for these preinstalled upgrades. Thanks Mark!
Thank you Sir!
Looks really good with this bracelet! Thanks for the video.
Thank you, glad you like it.
Love your vids, Mark. Thanks to your vids I just picked up a Seiko Recraft automatic SNKN37 and absolutely love it. Now I'm going to try getting one of their fancier Japanese-made SARB automatic movements. Best value in watches right now, as far as I can tell.
Nice watch, lovely dial!
Well now I know what watch I will be getting around July! Awesome!
LOL, nice to plan!
Long Island Watch next week Im getting AEROMATIC 1912 AUTOMATIC CALENDAR WATCH WITH DAY-NIGHT INDICATOR #A1091 that will be my first purchase from your site. I've been looking at that watch everyday for 2 months!
IT'S ABOUT TIME, MARC!
LOL, thanks!
cant wait for the crystal upgrade!
Me too!
that's a handsome watch sir! cant wait to hear how the crystal goes too!!
Thanks for the interest.
HUGE Seiko fan; get more compliments than Rolex’s! Just subscribed, great video.
Great looking bracelet on that piece.
Suggestion: when you start doing crystals, if you do domed, do actual "dome" crystal and not the "box" style crystal. The box style is actually flat on top while trying to imitate a true dome. The effect isn't bad, but side by side with a true domed crystal, the box style gives off an aura of cheapness. If you're going to do upgrades, do them right and high quality, as you did with the bracelet.
Thank you
Very cool special edition. I was planning on ordering these together in about a month or so for my upcoming birthday. I just ordered it today, can't wait. BTW, I have really been enjoying the watch I bought from you last year, the Orient Blue Mako II.
Thank you Ted.
Lovely watch, a real keeper, I've got mine on the super jubilee, brilliant quality 👍
Sounds like a nice one!
I really like the look of this. If I ever get back to NYC on holiday from the UK. I'll have to see how practical it is to get the train over to your store and pick one up. Especially if you offer this with the sapphire crystal.
Thanks!
Looks really good already have the SKX009. You are making a really good case for me getting another one!
Sorry, and thank you!
I just put a super oyster on my SKX009 - It really makes a classy package.
Those will be coming soon :)
Surprisingly looks nice! Although I do prefer leather Zulu or NATO straps on my own Seiko SKX 007K1.
I did too, then I did this and really dig it.
Iam wearing my 007 as I watch your vidio Mark I upgraded mine with the same osyter bracelet, saphire crystal and a dark blue ceramic bezel insert I have around 20 dive watchs most are a lot more expensive than my 007 but the 007 stands second to none of them great reveiw
Wow, that sounds GORGEOUS.
Sounds good! Gonna be hard to resist a 009 sapphire super jubilee.
Yummy!
The gloves are a nice touch. Marc, if you start modding SKXs so that they can do hacking and hand-winding, I'd buy one from you in an instant!
Seems alot of people want that.
Interesting video again,Mark.Love that strap. Best wishes as always . Keep up the good work. Adrian ,in England
Thank you Adrian!
I seen those bracelets on your site for Orient Mako and I really want to get one. I also want want an SKX and a Strapcode bracelet for that and a domed crystal.
You are the reason I'm going to be broke in the future and I'm not even into watches.
LOL, don't blame me!
Ive liked it because ive enjoyed it.
I got a 007J and the same super oyster from Amazon. I LOVE the watch and bracelet combo
Great combo.
Long Island Watch your early 007 video made me do it (:
Lovely combination. Strapcode do two versions 22-20mm and 22-18mm. Which is this one?
(Sorry if answered elsewhere)
22
Very nice Marc. Your enthusiasm around this kept me watching. I’ll be looking for the sapphire/jubilee mods on the 009!!!
Thank you! I appreciate you watching for the distance.
Customizing is an art , you have the skills and the knowledge .... C'mon Mark ... you have this . By the way , there's a very famous british actor with your same name .
Thank you. Maybe I can meet him one day!
HAHAHA LOVE THE HONESTY "I want one, so i grabbed it"
That's the way it works around here
Hi Marc, I got a question for you..
Say if someone order this edition.. will that person get the old seiko skx bracelet with the package?
No sir, we ordered these without straps/bracelets since we aren't using them.
Long Island Watch aww damn it! But that’s okay. You are doing a great service for people who don’t have watch tools and etc :)
Such a nice watch
Great idea! Maybe consider offering SRP775’s with the nice rubber 777 straps? 😬
You can purchase the 773 and we are currently including the 777 strap :)
It might be a bit too late to comment. The pattern on the package is called “blue wave” in Japanese. It’s a traditional pattern shared in Eastern Asia especially in Japan.
you are correct, it is blue wave.
Custom hands? Think custom hands. 😊. Thanks Marc!
Oh boy!
no hacking and now handwinding i think its time for seiko to update that movement now!
by the way cool vid!
Thank you for watching.
Very cool idea.
Thanks Steve.
Love the video! If you release the sapphire version of this watch will it still be 200m water resistant?
I don't think it will remain 200m certified scuba divers watch.
Hi Mark, Is this mod also available for the 013? I'm looking to have one someday..
You can find the super oyster for the 013 on Strapcode. I had one last March and I waited for a few months for it to go up for sale beforehand. I don't know if it's still on Strapcode, but feel free to check. It's very nice when I had it!!
We sell the 013 bracelet, just doesn't have the same demand as the 007.
@@islandwatch you’re out of stock on the skx007 sapphire glass. When’s the next restock? Also will you do the same with the skx009
It would be more labor intensive but I’d love this with a double domed sapphire crystal.
Maybe in the future!
Need one with the turtle. I like the hack and wind; but nevertheless, one great combo😊
Who knows what the future brings.
Yes finally a man who is taking the bull by the horns and giving the watch lover a proper bracelet n a great little diver for not a lot of money well done Marc do you ship to the uk ..?
We sure do, thank you!
Love it!
Me too :)
Marc! please consider the Sapphire option for the 013 as well! Thanks.
Oyster bracelet is cool. The endlinks are the coolest part.
And all the magic happens there!
Excellent package Mark. These should do very well as I know many customers make this mod anyway. My personal experience with strapcode: best mod for my Orient bar none. It really does elevate any watch suffering from a generic stock bracelet.
Any plans for Orient models?
Thank you, and, "yes", I do :)
Any tips/tricks on how to remove the stock bracelet with the fat bars... having a hard time.
Very cool Sir!
You are most welcome.
Are ceramic bezel inserts and sapphire crystals planned for future models?
Sapphire, yes!
Another for SKX013 with Super and Sapphire... AR coated
Would also consider the Alpinist with Strapcode Super Oyster
Thank you.
Marc, how do you know if you are done winding it manually? Will it not let you turn the crown anymore or will it continue to turn?
Looks great Mark. Want one with the original jubilee (I know tacky and rattley but so comfy), with a sapphire crystal. One day, too many divers at the moment. Should sell like hot cakes though great video.
I don't mind it either! I like the floppy bracelet.
I think it makes the watch feel a bit cheap and tacky. Orher than that, it's comfy.
Long Island Watch 😎
I have a little over ,a bunch is the best way to put it but my watches are my babies ,I love your videos they are great and interesting I love Seiko ,but I find that the meyota 8215 minus the hack is bullet proof and it brother the 8205 keep the vids coming
Thank you for being a customer!
Thallium for your reply to my question what do you think about. The cl 888 movement I think it's a hit or miss type of movement
nice would only be better if it was a ratcheting dive clasp
Good point.
Hello mark, It's funny you putting a Super Oyster on this watch because i just put that same one on a week ago, And a Sapphire on also. If i could of bought this watch with both on it would of saved me money of buying all the tools to do the job lol. Also one more comment. When you show your wrist shot can you turn the watch so we can see it better its always upside down. Nice Video!!
Good point, thank you!
sapphire crystal with AR coating on the underside would be cool
It will happen!
I want to buy an SKX007J from you because I don't want a misaligned chapter ring , I heard that you check every watch before the get sent to buyers .
Already own the SKX009J but if you come out with the SKX007 + super oyster + sapphire crystal, I might just have to double up on that.
Oh boy, OK!
Wish I had waited before I bought the 007, 009 and 011 from long Island. Oh wellove the watches can always get the bracelets or mod them
Thank you.
Great idea. If you could upgrade the movement to an NH36 with sapphire and super oyster/jubilee that would make the 007/009 just about perfect
!!!!!!!!
That would be one hell of a mod!
Why does Seiko directly not offer the bracelet, crystal and movement upgrade???
Mark a good direction for the business!
Thank you Panos.
would that super oyster bracelet fit invicta 8926?
What a great modification. I was going to buy a stock 007, but now I think this is the one that I want. How much are they? Can you divulge that information here or do I have to go to your website?
Just go to the website.
Hey mark. If you put one of these together for the skx013 with an ar coated crystal I will buy one
You never know.
Hey Mark, just a curious question. When you changed the time the watch hand started ticking what does that mean is that hand winding when it is unscrewed you didnt shake the watch so did it automatically start winding just by changing the time/moving the hands?
Just moving it around a bit gave it enough wind to start it.
Please consider 'mod' for 0013 too
Will do, thank you.
what company makes the oyster bracelet?
Hi Mark. I love the Seiko SKX007 Super Oyster Special Edition. Ho can I buy one? And do they come with the sapphire crystals, yet? Can you tell me the cost for that unit (with sapphire)? Thanks!
I’d be careful with starting mods for sale, people are going to want more and more. It starts with bracelets, then watch faces, and then you have a whole new business model. Although I’d love to have a retailer sell mods - it’d be nice to find a mod Sumo with a cool face or different bezel.
It's like a drug problem!
Bwahahaha! :)
Apologies if you mentioned it and I missed it, but is that the 22>18mm version or 22>20mm?
Nice watch! :)
Thanks.
Mark nice review as always. Looking at that super oyster bracelet, would it fit properly on the Seiko SBDC053? I ask because I bought a bracelet from China claiming it was original OEM, but it has a odd gap between the end links and the case. The case has a concave radius while my bracelet is more straight across the top. It doesn't look right.
I do not think so. It's rare to get a good fit on another case style.
I'm crazy like that Marc
indeed!
Hello,
Is there a Version of the Super Oyster with polished middle links? Like the bracelet of a GMT Master II.
Yes, we do sell one like that. Just the bracelet.
Where's the best place to get different metal bracelets for this watch..?
Our store? :)
Long Island Watch now that.. Is a really good answer.. Lol
Question, will changing the crystal affect the depth rating ?
When do you expect sapphire upgrades?
Keep up the good work. Great video 👍
Sapphire sometime in the mid 2018 range.
Yes, WR is sort of affected, but we test them back to 3 atm to make sure.
Long Island Watch ok cool. Looking forward to it. Thanks !
welcome!
Do you actually these to make sure everything lines up?
They are stock Seikos.
Bonjour, vous faites les expéditions en France ??
I have a question you are familiar with the cl 888 movement why do they call it Swiss made when it's clearly a segul cousin out of 3 watches with that movement I've only got one that really functions well and doesn't stutter
For a movement to be declared Swiss made it really needs to meet certain criterion.
Bought an original one back in September and it loses a couple of minutes per week even on a winder! Is that a common thing with the 007?
1 to 2 minutes per week is OK. Anything more and you should likely regulate it.
Nice upgrade to that skx! Hey mark I am fixing to pull the trigger on a orient. Any active discount code?
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