The Namoki Times

If you've ever customized a pair of sneakers, congratulations. You're already a modder. You might not have the screwdrivers or the tiny tweezers yet, but you've got something more important: the mindset.

If you’ve spent time in the modding community, you’ve probably heard people talk about the “Bruce Wayne” Seiko mod. It’s not a literal tribute to Gotham’s favorite billionaire, but a clever nickname for the black-and-grey GMT colorway made famous by the Rolex GMT-Master II.

In this guide, we’ll break down each crystal type; how they look, how they perform, and which builds they work best with so you can find the perfect match for your next Seiko project.

If you've been thinking about your next build or just want to see what's possible with certain cases, these mods offer some solid jumping-off points.

In Seiko mods, chapter rings are not usually the main focus of a build but a subtle yet important accent. It’s part of the watch face so they will still...

Remember blowing into cartridges just to get your game to start? Or closing your eyes in prayer as you waited for the second intro screen on the PS1 to come on? Retro gaming wasn’t always smooth, but that’s what made it special. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at four Seiko mods that take inspiration from some of the biggest video game titles ever. Fair warning: these are pretty rad!

A well-fitted watch bracelet ensures comfort, protects your timepiece, and makes wearing it a pleasure. Resizing a bracelet might sound intimidating, but the process is straightforward once you understand the basics. In this guide, we’ll walk through the tools, techniques, and simple steps to resize your bracelet properly, so your watch fits as though it was made just for you.

Think of microbrands as the “indie bands” of the watch world. They don’t have the same resources as Rolex or Seiko, but what they do have is freedom. They experiment with bold dials, unusual case shapes, and color combos you’d never expect, while still trying to make something that would appeal to a lot of people. You may not be inclined to buy their watches but you can certainly take design cues and bring them into your own build.

Wimbledon 2025 is already ancient history at this point, but the buzz around what celebrities wore, and more importantly, what they wore on their wrists, is still something worth revisiting for Seiko modders.

The Seiko NH movement already ticks a lot of boxes for what makes a movement good, it’s just admittedly lacking a bit in the looks department. Good thing that it’s easy to remedy with the help of custom rotors though.

We’ve looked at some of the more recent customer submissions to bring you a showcase of the most visually captivating builds that might just give you the inspiration for your next build.

An NH34 when paired with the right case, can create a flex-worthy watch that can stand up to pieces costing several times more. And on top of that, you can tweak it to match your personal tastes.