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Behind the Build #11: Seamaster Mods
Omega is a famous watchmaker that is well respected in the world of luxury watches. It has a rich history, and is one of the best brands producing watches today. Let's look at one of the most important watches from this house: the Seamaster.
The Best Seiko 5 Watches Released to Date
Seiko has always designed timepieces based on a set of well-defined principles. The product line's demarcation provides purchasers with clarity — there's a watch for every occasion. The Seiko 5 name has been a testament to that ideal, and here we will look at 5 of the best collections under this series.
Why We Mod #11: Chris (@seikomods_de)
For our 11th edition of our long-running Why We Mod Series, we talk to Chris (@seikomods_de on Instagram), a trademark/copyright law expert who picked up watch modding as a hobby and turned it into a professional business. His Seiko and Orient mods are always calculated and well put-together - signature of products Made in Germany.
Top 3 Seiko Watch Strap Choices for the Hot Summer Months
Summer is the time of year when you may need to be cautious of what you wear to prevent heat rashes and other skin conditions. When it comes to accessories, this is especially true. On a scorching summer day, we like to wear light and thin clothing and avoid unnecessary accessories. How do you make your watch summer-ready?
A Quick Look at the History of the Seiko Samurai
The Seiko Samurai is an ISO-rated 200m dive watch that can be worn in any setting, but is best suited for serious dives. There’s no denying that the Seiko Samurai is highly recognized in the industry and has evolved to be one of the brand's most popular and desired dive watches. Is it mod-friendly?
Does Seiko Secretly Support the Modding of their Watches?
If we can customise cars with car wraps, aftermarket wheels, and bodykits we can also do something similar to watches. Watch modification, aka watch modding, allows you to add your personality and build the watch of your dreams. We wonder if Seiko is really okay with this?
Fully Modded: A Look at namokiMODS's Complete Watches
Interest in watch modding grew, and with it, some growth pains. After a few years, an all-OEM SKX007 became harder to come by, and there are even scammers that sold bad quality replicas. People became cautious, and we felt that this slowed down the progress of watch modding.
Now we had an issue to solve: how do we make it easier for people to start taking up this hobby? And the answer is by offering people a full watch that they can practice with.
All You Need to Know About Rubber Watch Straps
What would you say is the best kind of strap for a watch? You’ll probably say that each strap or bracelet has its own advantage, whether it’s a metal bracelet, a leather strap, or made of rubber. And you’re not wrong! They serve different purposes, but in this article, we will be focusing on rubber straps.
That Time When A Seiko Watch Did an Interview
Nope, it's not a clickbait title, and yes, it's an actual Seiko watch that did an interview. Back in the day, when Seiko was not as globally known as it is today, the company had to do all sorts of gimmicks to expand their presence beyond the local Japanese market. Would this have encouraged you to get one?
These Chinese New Year 2022-Themed Watches Are a Must-See
Watch brands are joining in on the Chinese New Year celebrations by releasing limited-edition, themed watches. And they didn’t just release a red and gold watch and called it a day; luxury names actually released very interesting watch designs that would catch the attention of collectors and enthusiasts alike! Here are the top CNY watches for the Year of the Tiger.
How to Remove Water and Moisture from Your Seiko Watch
When you notice moisture or condensation inside your Seiko watch, you might start to worry. Of course, Seiko Diver's watches are highly water resistant, but they need regular service to maintain its quality and performance. Humidity inside watches has been a problem for years so there are many tricks to remove internal moisture from your timepiece. In this post, we will share some ideas that will help you dry out a humid watch!
5 Modding Trends of Last Year that Will Stay for 2022
More and more people are getting interested in this niche hobby of ours - getting curious enough to try out watch modding for themselves. And with more people in the game, we’re sure to see even more modding trends in the future. But before we get all excited to see what the future holds, let’s first look back at the notable Seiko modding trends from last year that we think will still be popular this year. Read on to see if your favorite design trend made it to the list!