For RR: Seiko 7549-7009 “Golden Tuna” restoration

Full restoration of a one-owner 600m 7549-7009 professional diver.
Watch suffered a battery electrolyte leak. Seiko Service Center refused to service, citing “movement corrosion”. Ok so let’s open it up and see if we can do better.
PSA: This video contains very little editing and sub-optimal levels of sound due to losing my microphone cord, so if you can hear anything count that as a win. Even if that "anything" is tuneless humming. I did pump up the volume though. YMMV if you choose to blow part of your life on this. No Refunds. Enjoy!
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[@ericselz1]

It's been almost a year and my watch is still working very well. Much appreciate the work and video. Since being repaired, I wear this every day....Thinking that my Captain Willard will get some of Spencer's attention, as it still runs well, just needs a new crystal.

[@speedypaul2314]

I don't know why but I find these quartz repairs super cool. What a great watch.

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

It's not something you see much, and I'm speaking for myself too. It's important to educate people on just how high quality a quartz can be, and that these are a true tool watch.

[@gradyharrison8370]

I could watch this all day. One of these days I’ll have a watch you’ve rebuilt. Cheers 🍻

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

That'd be good, thank you!

[@FiveTwoSevenTHR]

I have one of these watches that a friend gave to me. I've since replaced the battery, crystal, and crystal gasket. This was back in summer and I just noticed that it's dead today about maybe 7 months later. I might be giving it a service soon myself. I've been using your video on servicing a Seiko 4006-7000 Bellmatic as I'm going through 3 of them at the same time.

[@wolfdna788]

This video makes me proud that I have 🥜 s. There are men that are doing things now and men that came before us that have the patience of saints and build this world so it's beautiful.

[@flat4-]

You are a true craftsman sir ! If it wasn't for you living in the US and I in Belgium I would sen some watches to you for repair. Unfortunately customs and import regulation would make that a very expensive operation.

[@plasticindices3385]

very entertaining. Thanks Spencer 👍

[@Nachovalenti899]

Beautiful Tuna and another good job Spencer. Great restoration. Although is a bit late, Happy New Year for you, Sabrina and your family and my best wishes for 2023.

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Happy New Year and all best to you and yours in 2023.

[@jabezhane]

Lovely watch and lovely job! Just can't believe anyone wore a standard Seiko rubber strap that long. I find them the most stubborn and uncomfortable straps in the world. Especially with the super sharp metal keepers. At least this one didn't have that.

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Howdy, good question, I'll answer this on today's Mail Call.

[@RickyRubin-m7v]

I wore this for what seems forever, I ended up developing a rash from it. Had to quit wearing for a few weeks, I felt naked during the time off. It was perfect with the wetsuit.

[@arielin82]

Cool!! I did the same with my seiko golden tuna about one year ago. same process. Changed the electrical part

[@neelsengupta662]

This is what good looks like it!!

[@jamessmith6402]

Lovely video thanks Spencer 👍

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@dustinwray2819]

Such an awesome tuna.

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

A real working watch.

[@havardflaatten]

Great work :) Love tunas :)

[@carrolle3231]

I don't know you could be embarrassingly early at 3/100ths of a second.

[@magik8566]

greatly enjoy your vids :)

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

I appreciate that!

[@LeShark75]

Brilliant video, thank you.

[@anthonyperna2034]

I have the exact same watch I plan on sending it to you

[@rctezluh42069]

Upvoted!!! ⏱️⏱️⏱️

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Thank you!

[@eelcob6815]

Very cool ! Thanks.

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Thank you too!

[@nyyyard]

Educational, great video as always! :))

[@Littlesnail-hj5gw]

Wold you ever do a pro bono Seiko watch service? I can only afford to pay for shipping to you and back :( its my most precious item from my parents 🙏

[@JinKee]

Which model Seiko was it? If it is really really rare maybe it might make for good youtube?

[@JogieGlenMait16]

are the latest Seiko Prospex as durable as these older ones? I'd love to see some of my new Seikos be with me for decades, hopefully.

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

I'll answer this today on Mail Call, thank you.

[@MagWatchTime]

Love that Seiko , is the movement on the newer versions jeweled ? Really thinking of getting one. Thanks so much for sharing this , fantastic work as always.

[@Cristian0702]

Yes the new model 7c46 have 7 jewels .

[@roadgent7921]

The current version 7C46 is different to the older 7549. Spencer did a mega series of vids about a year ago comparing the two. Search 7549 vs 7C46.

[@MagWatchTime]

@@roadgent7921 thanks for that will check that out. 👍🏻

[@stephenward3468]

I'm guessing the battery costs about £2 but the replacement gaskets and the labor costs about £200 +.I have the 200m solar tuna such a lovely watch that cost £380 about 5 years ago brand new.

[@davidlocke1668]

Do you do this resto as a service? Might be acquiring one for my birthday that needs a little tlc from a pro like you.

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Yes, but also no. I'm overbooked and am not accepting any work.

[@TheGreekWatcher]

Hello! Is it me or the calendar side is it exactly the same as a 6309? Good job as always by the way!

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

It is! GREAT eye, yes. These were designed off of the 6xxx base main plate. Anything a 6xxx series will fit into case-wise, these will fit too. They can exchange back and forth. I'll answer this today on Mail Call, thank you.

[@TomCorbett420]

very nice! my ( i believe if i rememeber correctly ) 2015 "SRP653K1 " baby tuna ceramic shroud didn't last that long it had a shock ( dropped from my size or something, like 1. 70 meter and is broken but i bought a solar baby tuna ( SNE577P1 which really look like the orginal Tuna Can you have on hands !! love your videos man keep up the good work 🙂🤙 🐟🥫🌊⌚

[@brucebarlow6604]

Seiko service centre hello what have you got there an old Seiko sorry not interested. Spencer don’t worry I’ve got this covered. Keep well from New Zealand 🇳🇿

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Seiko just would rather sell a new watch.

[@roadgent7921]

Question: that 7550 looks interesting, could you do a video on it including some QT99 time?

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Not a bad idea! I've made a note.

[@djsynthvirus8507]

I just aquired a golden tuna that needs some love, how can i contact you ?

[@JinKee]

Reddit's r/justrolledintotheshop sent me

[@SpencerKleinVintageWatch]

Awesome, thank you!