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How to Upgrade the Bezel Insert on your Seiko Mod

One of the most popular cosmetic modifications on Seiko watches is changing the bezel insert, and it can seriously impact the visual appeal of a dive watch. With a few tools and some patience, you should be able to complete this basic mod. Let’s learn more about how to choose the bezel insert of a dive watch and how to replace your old one!

February 07, 2023 — Jeremiah A

The Best Custom Seiko Watch Strap Option: Steel, Leather, or Something Else?

When you choose a new strap, you need to consider various factors, such as price, material, or what you will do with the watch (Is it for the office? Or something to wear during the morning jog?). All of these things are important, and if you pick the wrong one, your strap may only last a few days until you feel the strong need to replace it. Here's how to pick the right one.

February 01, 2023 — Jeremiah A

Seiko Modding on a Budget: Build Your Watch Without Breaking the Bank

The great thing about modding is that you can do almost anything you want. If you want to change just a few aspects of your Seiko watch, it is easy to find the parts to do them. From new dials to bezel inserts, Seiko modding allows you to create great designs that are perfect for you without spending a fortune.

January 28, 2023 — Jeremiah A

Best Lunar New Year Themed Luxury Watches of 2023

It’s time to say goodbye to the Year of the Tiger and welcome the Year of the Rabbit in style! Here are some of the outstanding festive timepieces from luxury watch brands to celebrate the Lunar New Year which are sure to bring plenty of good luck.

January 24, 2023 — Jeremiah A

Are Seiko Watch Mods Still Worth Doing in 2023?

Watch modding, a process of changing your watch’s aesthetics from the original factory design to your preferred one is a relaxing, meditative hobby providing a lot of room for creativity. Today, you have nearly limitless options when it comes to Seiko mods. Is it worth doing in 2023?

January 18, 2023 — Jeremiah A

Are Watchmaking Kits the Perfect Way to Start Modding?

If you’re trying to get into watch modding, Watchmaking kits sound like the easiest way to do it, next to modding the watch you already have. Watch lovers can start modding the easy way, and buy a kit that has all the parts they need to get into the hobby. Should you start modding with a kit?

January 10, 2023 — Jeremiah A

The Seiko NH34: Top Modding Ideas From the Community for 2023!

The NH34 movement is quickly becoming a popular choice for watch modders, and now modders can work with a super-reliable Seiko GMT watch movement that won’t break the bank! Here are some of the top modding ideas for your 2023 GMT build.

January 04, 2023 — Jeremiah A

Awesome Color Combos to Follow For Your Next Watch Mod

Some color combinations just work well. We found a few of the top color combos for your next Seiko mod for you to choose from. You can use a combination of watch mod parts to create the perfect look that you will love!

December 27, 2022 — Jeremiah A

The Most Popular Watch Dial Designs From Budget to Luxury

Over the decades, watchmakers have used a near-countless number of dial types and materials and design techniques, and there are some great options out there today. If you are looking for a perfect dial for your next Seiko mod, let's take a look at some different designs you can use to make any kind of watch you want!

December 24, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Here’s How To Give Your SKX007 a Christmas Look

If you are looking for something special for yourself or your loved ones to celebrate one of the year’s most-anticipated holidays, modifying a unique Christmas watch would be something to remember for years to come. Here are some suggested mod parts to create a perfect Christmas look for your holiday SKX007 mod!

December 20, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Is a GMT Watch Right For You? Here’s Why You Should Mod With the NH34

If you’re timezone-challenged and have been stuck in a one-timezone life, a timepiece with one of the most practical complications that has ever been made might be on your list. We’re talking about the Seiko SSK, modfam. The GMT is a very practical complication, and the new NH34 movement from Seiko is just begging to be modded! Find out here if this is fit to be your next mod.

December 17, 2022 — Jeremiah A

Why We Mod #14: Angelo (@Modfather_Watches)

For the 14th edition of our long-running Why We Mod interview series, we talk to Angelo (@modfather_watches on IG) whose tagline "Mods you can't refuse!" seems perfect for his undeniably scroll-stopping and eye-catching mods that dare to go beyond the conservative.

December 13, 2022 — Jeremiah A

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