Getting a Seiko SKX007 CHEAP and Doing a Movement Swap

[@uk366]

Somehow, I missed the part, where you changed the o-ring on the crown as well as the case back gasket. Or at least regreased those ... 😢

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Great video man, keep up the great work 👍🏼

[@Professional_Youtube_Commenter]

good luck finding a faulty 007, i found 0 now. i seartch for "faulty seiko" it was reaally old vintage stuff.

[@WatchWorkbench]

Be patient, they're out there. Also use keywords like "needs work", "watchsmith", "watchmaker".... they pop up from time to time.

[@RabbitWatchShop]

Nice work. I’m not a fan of people modding these beyond a movement swap: replacing the 7s26 with a 4R16 / NH36 daydate with hack and hand wind. I modded a 38mm 5KX by transplanting the movement, dial, and hands into a SKX013 dive case, thereby gaining a screw down crown, 200m of WR, and a SKX013 bezel insert with lume pip. Came out great. I essentially transformed a Seiko diver-style watch into a true diver.

[@tunokies]

Next video idea. upgrade the same watch to hand winding and hacking and swap in a sapphire crystal.

[@WatchWorkbench]

I've been looking for another SKX to mod. This one is staying all original. Stay tuned... Im trying to hunt down one that's as beat as I can find.

[@Vincent13997]

I had mine service last year for about $150. Many would say it wasn’t worth it but right now I can get 3 times what I paid for it. And given the popularity, I assume it will continue to appreciate.

[@WatchWorkbench]

I’d say it’s worth it 👍

[@nintendokings]

I think most are aware you can buy a dead 007 and swap the movement. I see them sell for not much less than working ones tbh

[@WatchWorkbench]

This one was less than half what functioning one in the same condition would have cost, and it came with box and papers...

[@craighoward5486]

Super useful! Thank you - I'll subscribe and look forward to more.

[@WatchWorkbench]

Thank you! Welcome aboard!

[@matyasd007]

Time to move on from the skx007.. there are tons of better options out there

[@timothyfoley3000]

No. Don't have to.

[@Unlucky1776]

​@@timothyfoley3000it's all just nostalgic hype now. Yea when it was new it was super value but people playing so much for a 7s26 watch is insane

[@WatchWorkbench]

nah, I'll stick with what I like...

[@Tom_Kowalczuk]

Oh c'mon ! 100$ ? Here (Ireland) I've seen they going up to 700 euros for some reason. What movement you have used ?

[@knutjunker2019]

700 is what you pay for a well-preserved and functional SKX. Right now I could get a defective SKX007 for 175 euros (which is already a lot. A new 7s26 movement costs about 25 to 50 euros. All in all, that would be a really good price for an SKX. The prices being asked for a working used SKX are ridiculous. For under 250 euros you can get a new Citizen Promaster Diver with hacking and manual winding, which is superior to the SKX. Of course, you could also give the defective SKX an NH movement with an adapter.

[@knutjunker2019]

Or you get a SKX-homage from Long Island Watches for $299, the better SKX.

[@Unlucky1776]

At that point just get a new Seiko diver lol

[@WatchWorkbench]

$700 is crazy, is that because you're only looking locally?

[@bestboy897]

really awesome bro i subbed

[@WatchWorkbench]

Thank you and welcome!

[@BarnOwl61]

Yeah, one moment, please. If you are not familiar with mounting watch hands, this can be a huge challenge. Don't lose patience. The first two hands are relatively easy. The seconds hand, not so much. Good luck! 😊

[@WatchWorkbench]

I've definitely uttered a few choice words over second hands.... I'd say practice makes perfect, but I still dread mounting second hands.

[@007therealjamesbond]

I’ve a 6” wrist, would it fit ok? Thanks

[@JohnnyJohnJon83]

Get an SKX013

[@DoItYourselfDad]

@@JohnnyJohnJon83 Was about to suggest the same thing. The SKX013 is a little smaller than the 007, I have a 7 inch wrist and the I wouldn't want anything larger than the 007.

[@WatchWorkbench]

They both beat me to it... the skx013 would be a good pick

[@D3ZG1978]

New sub here 👏

[@WatchWorkbench]

Welcome!!

[@ahson6249]

Fun project but why not just get a Turtle?

[@WatchWorkbench]

I own more than one Seiko… stay tuned.

[@user-hu8bn2dm3n]

من فضلك عندي ساعة pierpont ميكانيكية نسائية قديمة وهي بحالة جيدة وعندي ساعة Sndoz قديمة رجالية خدش بسيط بالميناء ولكنها تعمل بشكل جيد وساعة sirgint تعمل بشكل جيد اريد بيعهم وساعة ام صليب قديمة يلزمها اصلاح بسيط وايضا اريد بيعها

[@bestboy897]

did u get a nh35 movement?

[@WatchWorkbench]

Not on this one, went with the original 7S26C. Im hunting down another skx to mod, stay tuned!

[@GuySasha2022]

I would rather just buy a Tandario😂

[@WatchWorkbench]

I can't argue with Tandario's, they definitely have some of the best value for the money watches out there. I picked up a few during the 11.11 sale.

[@user-wk6qd7yg1j]

you’re literally my comfort person i love you #nkuwan !