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Are Seiko Modded Watches Any Good and Should You Buy One?

Watch modding gives you a chance to tear down, build, and rebuild the watch of your dreams. If you love watches and are interested in its design process, Seiko modding might be the perfect hobby. Of course, you can also buy one that is modded already. The question is, should you?

December 06, 2022 — Jeremiah A

What Materials are Used for Watch Modding Dials?

Watch dials are one of the best ways to show off both design and execution, as they are one of the most visible parts of a watch. If you want to use watch mod parts to make something amazing, the watch dial is a big consideration. Curious about what watch dials are made of? You're reading the right article!

November 25, 2022 — Jeremiah A

All About the Seiko SKX031 aka The Poor Man's Submariner

The Rolex Submariner can be seen as the “ideal watch design,” which is why so many watches pay homage to it. Not everyone can afford the real thing, or even most of the homages though as it is always sold and marketed as a luxury watch. But there are some budget-friendly pieces that may have been overlooked - like the Seiko SKX031.

November 22, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Behind the Build: Tudor Black Bay 58 Mods

The term 'bang for buck' comes to mind with Tudor and there aren’t many other timepieces out there that better represent the value proposition than the Black Bay line. If you are looking for a robust diver that values its heritage, it's hard to look past the "BB58".

November 18, 2022 — Jeremiah A

The Benefits of Wearing Slimmer and Lighter Watches

When shopping watches, we all want something that looks great, but there are practical considerations when choosing a watch too, especially if you plan on using it as a daily beater. Here are some watch suggestions for slim and light watches, plus a guide on how you can make your own.

November 15, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Can You Work Out with a Mechanical Watch?

A mechanical watch is not exactly at home at the gym. More often than not, it's better to use a smartwatch during workouts so you can track your heart rate, record the distance you ran, and etc. But that doesn't mean you're out of options if you're strictly a mechanical watch type of guy - you just need to choose the right features.

November 11, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Behind the Build: Seiko Spork-Inspired Mods

The Seiko catalog is full of obscure sounding reference numbers so Seiko fans give their favorite watches endearing and sometimes funny names. Today we are going to look at the watch nicknamed the Spork. The Seiko Spork is a very popular model that has been out of production for a while, but you can use mod parts to make your own version today!.

November 08, 2022 — Jeremiah A

How to Choose the Right Chapter Ring for Your Watch Mod

Chapter rings make it easier to read the time on a watch, but the term isn’t well understood, even in the watch community. In practical usage, the term chapter ring refers to a ring around the dial, or the hour markers, and they can be on the edge of the dial, or the rehaut. Not sure how to pick one for your mod? This article can help you out!

November 02, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Why Are Watches So Expensive? Let's Talk About Luxury Timepieces

You might find that mechanical watches come at a significantly higher price than quartz models. In some cases, although a watch manufacturer may offer a similar watch with your choice of a mechanical or quartz movement, the mechanical one will be more expensive. Why is that?

October 28, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Behind the Build: Oyster and Datejust Mods

Rolex’s offerings of stylish design and sophisticated manufacturing techniques remains a potent force in the world of timepieces and is probably the most recognizable watch brand in the world. Let’s look at the Oyster, and the Datejust, two of the most popular watch designs from this Swiss watch powerhouse of a brand!

October 25, 2022 — Jeremiah A

5 Spooky Watches that are Perfect for Halloween

Dressing up for Halloween is not only a way to show off your love and passion for your favorite characters, but also a great way to highlight your talent for choosing clothes and makeup. Watch brands also like to get in on the fun this time of year, with some of them releasing limited edition watches that are true to the spirit of halloween. Let’s check out some of the best, wackiest, and spookiest halloween-themed watches out there!

October 21, 2022 — Jeremiah A

A Green Company: Here’s How Seiko is Helping the Environment

Seiko has always been an innovator in terms of watch technology, but they don’t forget to give back to the environment. They’ve been active with their CSR since long ago. Here's how the Japanese watch brand gives back to the community.

October 18, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Seiko Modding 101

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