Ultimate SKX Mods! NH36, Lumed Ceramic, Sapphire, Strapcode etc

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Well, this one took me a while, I kinda freaked myself out after a few failed mods last year. I should have believed in myself a bit more! It wasn't actually too bad. If I can do it, chances are, so can you! And bloody hell, does it look good now. Cheers, Jody

[@gtbigdog3507]

This watch is like my grandfathers axe. We have had it for over 60 years and it still in perfect condition. Only had to change the handle twice and the head once

[@carlmason983]

Broom trigger.

[@thebkstank2095]

Lol

[@mrmagoo.3678]

See!..a little bit of care and 60yo Axe!..We had a Cat last 25years!!..25!..died about 8yo..but still..right next to the skip..there he lay..for 17yrs!..until one of the little sh*ts next door frisbeed him at her dog..soo..no more Frisbee!..er..Cat!..sorry..forgot where I am! lol🤔🙃

[@anthonysmithyman372]

That's the most concise & clear mod video I've seen so far on KZbin, superb, thanks Jody.

[@maff1975]

I like how the ar coating on the crystal makes the chapter ring look blue 👍🏻 (17:18)

[@JaredKerim]

That confused the hell out of me!

[@maff1975]

Jared me too! I was like ‘wait, he didn’t mention the chapter ring’ lol

[@titmusspaultpaul5]

Me too. Very nice.

[@toonlad4091]

I agree the orange really looks great with the blue effect chapter ring

[@tellyzafaridis5158]

Can we get the MSKX anywhere in Australia easy to get come bye

[@randynovick7972]

Honestly, the movement swap is the part I was most keen to see you do. I put a strapcode angus jubilee on my skx007 and while it has some chunk to it (I like the chunk) it's not so big that it mismatches the case, in the event anyone is curious. I like what you did, Jody! It's not the handset choice I would have made, but mods are for the wearer, after all. Many thanks for showing the whole distance of the project.

[@BrakkoJanus]

Looks amazing! I'm usually a firm "stock condition" believer, but this looks fun and well executed. The orange minute hand really pops! Now a dial with applied indices would rock.

[@jacc88888]

Ouroboros Then only the case would be original. Agree with you though 😉

[@BrakkoJanus]

@@jacc88888 the infamous SKX of Theseus ;)

[@JeeGee114]

@Joe Amor Brrrrr.

[@nafiulshelim6194]

If you want a scratched up hardlex crystal, then sure. Stay stock

[@Crackity_Jones.]

Yeah I agree. Esp with the SKX. I couldn't bear to tear mine apart, esp as they are out of production. That's why I'm doing a SKX build from scratch.

[@RiefvanAchmadMasrury]

The best Seiko mod video I've ever seen. It looks systematic with confident. I have most of the tools, a double dome sapphire, an original hardlex, aftermarket/original chapter rings, a Knurled Bezel Coin from Dagazwatch with Black GMT and Blue Titanium Bezel Insert, leather and Z22 rubber straps, and also 2 SKX-es but still don't have enough courage for real modding yet. The only mod that i i've already done was swapping the straps. After seeing this video, my confidence was boosted. Thx.

[@jacc88888]

Perfectly aligned chapter ring and bezel. You’ve betrayed the spirit of the SKX: unsubscribed. Seriously, great job - massive improvement and looks fantastic. You should go into business.

[@HarryStoneDotCom]

It looks fantastic Jody! Now one of the nicest SKX's I have ever seen. As always from you, this a beautifully produced video. Well done all round, sir!

[@fattyharrybasset]

Thanks for sharing Jody, that was a fantastic vid! Been tempted to mod an SKX many times myself. The coin edge bezel and ceramic insert look great. Great work mate!

[@Daniel-zh3qz]

This is one of the best modding tutorials I've seen. Straightforward with all the information needed to mod the SKX. Thank you!

[@martinc.720]

I’m glad this didn’t turn into a “I effed up my Seiko” video :) Great job! The watch looks fantastic!

[@Lionfire1]

Love the energetic vibe you bring, became an instant fan. However when you made the triggers broom reference, I was sold! Subscribed!

[@scundoalex]

Love your videos mate. Always excellent content and production value. Keep up the great work!! I started getting into modding recently and I'm really having a blast. I just finished my first proper mod of an Invicta 8926OB. Installed a Dagaz Milsub dial and hands, proper bezel insert with correct Rolex font, did the logo removal & re-polish thing, installed a nice sapphire crystal with 2.5x mag cyclops and a SEL oyster bracelet from an Invicta 9937 (fully brushed/logo removed). What a great everyday watch. The NH36 is the perfect movement for this work. I'll forego the hi-beat value and a little decoration for durability and reliability every day. Next project is my trusty old SKX007. Time for an engine swap and an upgraded look. Thanks for the tips and inspiration!! Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year!

[@refuse2lose1985]

Welcome to the brotherhood! I just completed my first mod (SKX173) and I totally understand what you went through. Great work, Jody. :)

[@valkwatches6750]

I love the GMT Master wallclock you got there 😁 Beautiful and very subtle mods!

[@ImNotHereEither]

I’ve been planning the exact same mods without the movement change. Ceramic diver lume insert, new chunkier brushed steel bezel, double dome sapphire glass, and Merc hands. I went with the chunkier Rolex type strap though. Brilliant video. Thank you, and once again, just through approach, variety and your integrity and knowledge, you’re proving why you’re one of the best watch channels online.

[@-Dash-]

Great video as always, end result looks really good. I bought my SKX thinking I would mod it, but since then I decided to keep it standard and just put the money towards more watches instead lol.

[@carlobighouse5434]

Beautiful outcome. Great demo and clear instructions. Thanks for sharing the experience with us Jody.

[@Dbrockjohnson]

Great video sir! The speed of the video was perfect and explanation was awesome! I’ve been hesitant of doing my own mod, but I, certain I can accomplish this now! Thanks

[@NeilStirton]

What a great looking watch! Lovely additions and well done for pulling it off! Would happily add that style to my collection.

[@jamesejudy3]

Thank you for sharing this video. Vids like these are helping build my confidence to do my first from-the-ground-up build.

[@JohnClarkW]

Wow, that is one of the best modding videos I have ever seen. I really appreciate that you included the movement swap. I keep thinking of doing that on my SNZH53, and I wanted to keep the arabic date wheel, so that was a nice detail to put in as well.

[@mwrenn6060]

Excellent job! Going to give it a go on my SKX tomorrow. Love the clock on the wall. Keep up the great videos.

[@stephenhuber1079]

Those mods came out beautiful, and I really like the look of the blue AR coated sapphire crystal. That is a great looking watch, Jody!

[@ernied3123]

Great job Jody, I love the AR blue. The watch looks a million bucks. I’m going shopping for a few parts now myself.

[@kjb1336]

Absolutely stunning results mate. Quality video that gives me faith I can attempt a crystal replacement mod myself, Cheers mate.

[@SoCalWatchReviews]

Wow that turned out amazing!!! Congrats on that new SKX!

[@AP_Thailand]

I love making my own mods so I have my watches personalised for my own taste with a kind of unique piece... and watching your video it seems so easy for you (I know it is not always), congrats!

[@itsallrobbish]

A cracking job, Jody! I did the ceramic insert and double dome sapphire, but have decided to hang off a wee bit for the nh36, but, who knows, one day. So far I’ve swum and snorkelled quite deep on both sides of the Atlantic, off the Fife coast at Elie and off the west coast near Oban and it’s not leaked so far, but one day I must try and get the hand winding and hacking movement to finish the job. You’ve inspired me to have a go, thanks for another wonderful video, cheers, Rob, from the East Neuk.

[@MRaaronneary]

Absolutely loved this. I had an skx I intended to mod like this, but between work and fixing my shit commodore I just couldn't get the time. I do stuff like this all the time at work repairing orthopedic components. Keep up the good videos, throughly enjoying your stuff

[@FALLERModellbau]

Super interesting video Jody! Fantastic looking Mod! That crystal makes such a difference. Love it.

[@neilbauer67]

Loved this video and thought the watch looked fantastic afterwards. Keep up the good work 👍🏻

[@ronaldmcclelland1085]

Jody.......Great video. Following your lead, I modded my SKX013. New sapphire crystal, new bezel insert (haven’t received yet), new hands. Things went pretty well; only problem was I lost new second hand. Had hell of a time getting installed, finally flew off into cosmos somewhere. Finally got old hand put on. Other issue was, didn’t clean case well enough and have dust particle on face. Will clean off when new bezel insert arrives. Gonna have to buy another second hand and put on. Was lot of fun doing mod and not nearly as difficult as anticipated. Thanks a million for instruction and motivation. Great channel. Keep up good work.

[@bondicraig37]

Great video, will try it myself. Had previously bought parts to do one but chickened out and got a watch maker to do it for me. Well done!

[@xxraverxxonxtacy]

Awesome vid Jody, hopefully more mod vlogs in the future 👍

[@JamesVincex]

Such a great mod. The watch looks great. I wouldn't worry about the blue, I think it works really well in a subtle way. Great video. Great final product. Thanks for sharing

[@manofsteele60]

Lovely job. I've messed about with my skx for practice enough now. This has made me want to do it properly!

[@Black_noir_mw3]

Absolutely gorgeous, I've seen restorations and modding videos, but this takes the cake

[@noelmurphy3450]

Congratulations on the SKX mod build Jody. The watch looks cracking👍👏

[@Hakims000]

Stunning! Thanks for sharing Jody.

[@WatchesChecked]

I have never seen this well explained mod video EVER. Very good job Jody!

[@varghejo]

Was waiting for this video. I thought replacing the hands would be the trickiest part but, after seeing this, maybe not. Will try this mod, especially now that CT Horology makes signed lumed crowns for the skx. Really good video, well done.

[@bogrot69]

Great job mate! I recently did a full custom SKX NH36 build using a Crystaltimes PVD case with a DD sapphire/black ceramic yachtmaster bezel combo. A fun project with surprisingly great results.

[@darrellbutler6179]

Good job Sir. I like the blue AR coating, changes the colour of the chapter ring and, you know I love an orange minute hand.

[@RobWhittlestone]

Beautiful job Jody! Excellent video! Very clear steps, very good voiceover! Subscribed! Many thanks for all the effort that went into this! I still don't have the confidence to do real mods apart from straps. Would love a domed sapphire on my SKX though and a lumed ceramic bezel ring... Maybe I'll have to get Marc of Long Island to make me one.

[@kingnothing8520]

Jody, great job. I like your choice of hands as well. Makes it look more like a dive watch. Amazing job, good on ya!

[@fredlao6655]

Awesome job man , this watch looks sooo good !

[@dannyfitz1878]

Done a cracking job there mate. Always felt modding might be a bit too finicky but you've done a great job with not much experience, might give it a go myself someday

[@kinnarpatel5985]

The watch looks GREAT, man!! A really really good job. Thank you for sharing.

[@ConvoyGTR]

Great job Jodi! You did your research and prepared on exactly what to do and it all looked like it went pretty smoothly! I suggest you lubricate the back and crown gaskets with some watch lubricant. Not necessary to the process, but it's a quick thing and helps with the longevity of the gaskets.

[@trevor5914]

Great mod! I really like how the SKX looks with everything that you did to it!

[@allaboutdiy1375]

Badass, I honestly like the bicolor lumes you got goin on there. Really nice job

[@Simplifier123]

NH36 is the best and only mod neccesary for the skx period. I like the original look of the skx, so I only changed the movement and the NH36 I ordered is so accurate, it's spot on! It's on freaking 0! Maximum +- 1 sec!!! Thanks for the great video 👌

[@woodsmansfinest3814]

Fun and amazing to watch. Hilarious as always... And believe if or not, I did the same hands and bezel on mine 3 years ago hunting for a squale mod and I love it... Now getting that movement and crystal changed ASAP. Looks amazing.

[@paulstevenson200]

Absolutely first class. Love these mod vids. Thanks Jody.

[@thomastriestram5183]

Hi Jody, a big HELLO from Germany. What a great Vid. Now the SKX is a real beauty, couldn't be better. Very well done. Respect.

[@henrywest7217]

There're a bunch of SKX mods on KZbin. But I like yours the best. A great balance between instruction and demonstration. I'll keep watching.

[@longbush]

Looks great, Jody. Well done! Even just a sapphire really dresses up any SKX. I'd happily wear this little fella.

[@SWatchik]

Jesus that looks cracking, really make me want to have a go! Great video

[@williamrizzo1285]

Great job Jodi, I'm a new subscriber and I have to admit I've been watching most of your videos and I've already ordered two watches this week. I guess I should thank you? As my English grandmother would say, bugger!

[@markplayford5836]

WOW that has got to be THE BEST SKX MOD VIDEO...EVER! Best I have ever seen anyway and I have seen a few, not only that but good choices for all parts as well. End result spot on Jody, take a bow mate you deserve it. I LOVE my SKX007 and always worry when someone does a mod which almost takes away what makes the SKX so special. However no such fear here. Perhaps I’m gushing a little too much here, but what you have created looks every bit as good as any very high end diver including that there Submariner thingy? Before watching this I was very happy with mine, now I want that one. Could not understand why people wanted to mod it, that’s because everyone else goes way over the top. The bracelet worried me, the hands did the same but I should not have worried at all, as it came out perfect. 😃

[@urieelSEptim]

I‘ve seen a real nice mod a while ago, it was a new dial with the same design but with applied markers. looked gorgeous!

[@pentachronic]

Great work there! Love the Orange minute hand !!

[@Amaru_r]

Wow amazing job ! I wish i could do that job by myself too, so greeaaat video! And the final look of the mod is beautiful

[@thextractor53]

The prettiest SKX out there. Brilliant job Jody

[@gaylemcgee2221]

Great video Jody! I love the orange hour hand. The watch looks 100% better. It really pops now. I've always wanted to do a mod but I don't know if there are kits you can buy. The bezel is sooo much nicer. Keep up the good work!!!

[@thl744azb55]

One of your best videos mate, great job!

[@darrensmith6999]

Great job Jody not sure I'm ready to operate on my skx yet. Those Strap code bracelets are brilliant got one for my Alpinist and it's never coming off. Nice one.🍾

[@AlanHearnshaw]

I did a very similar mod myself with a Seiko 5 (SNK 809). I fitted the dial and hands from an SKX. Later, I went back in and replaced the movement with an NH36. It's very satisfying to have a somewhat unique piece that you've created yourself. It's definitely a "Trigger's broom". That saying is a new one on me, but I instantly got the reference. :-)

[@sollydogg]

You just become the very coolest watch channel on KZbin in my eyes just by wearing that shirt🔥nice vid mate am new to watches and really enjoy your insights an mods

[@martincallery8862]

This was a great video and a great mod to boot! And who would possibly imagine that you could get an "Only Fools And Horses" reference into a watch channel video from Australia! Sublime!

[@hunwa425]

Been waiting for this since i saw your Instagram post... Looks like you changed the skx aesthetic a bit, but the watch looks slick!!!!

[@justinc3898]

Wow, looks amazing!! I cannot wait to get my Skx007! Such an inspiring video.

[@TheGhoster55]

Great Job, Jody! Keep it going!

[@johnturnerjr7221]

Oooh! That's nice. Good Job Jody! You are a brave man. I wouldn't attempt switching the hands or shortening the crown stem myself. That seems too daunting for me but you did a great job. Congrats!!

[@JaredKerim]

As always spot on with the content Jody, these are exactly the mods I want to do! But I'm not brave enough to do it myself XD

[@michaelclark3860]

Fantastic video! Loved the triggers broom comment too!

[@Derek10osu]

Great job! One of the best I’ve seen.

[@karifoo]

Nice job on the mod. I think i liked it better with the clean new bezel, without the numbers on top. Looked very cool.

[@igetoys]

Really curious how to open the skx, and i found your video, so clear and step by step explained. Thanks!

[@PukaHeadMan]

Great job! I am very impressed with your work!

[@0017Bulldog]

Utterly fantastic. What a transformation. Impressive and comical all in the same motion. Thanks Jody. My SKX is being sent to you as we speak. lol

[@MrShoryuken1]

"Trigger's broom" for our non British friends, is a reference to a character on an English TV show called Only Fools and Horses. The joke is that Trigger says he has been using the same broom for 20 years... but it's had 17 new heads and 14 new handles.

[@smedleyhverovhe8919]

Here it's called "granddad's axe"

[@ianbutler1983]

In USA there is a similar story about George Washington's hatchet.

[@thomasmarcotte270]

In greece there is Theseus' ship

[@andreaiacolina]

You did a great job, Jody! Very nice watch now!

[@Julius_Seizure]

That was very satisfying to watch over a cup of coffee. You had the right tool for each part of the job.

[@Davbroo21]

I own two seiko skx's and have decided from my own experience and watching so many videos that the only thing people like about the skx is the case!

[@bobgox]

great job, and very informative as well, thanks for doing a vid on this ...learned a heap !

[@ArexRee000]

Looks great! I love the blue anti reflective coating. I put a domed blue ar sapphire on my budget silver snkk87 and I think it looks like a million bucks! A black dial really makes the ar coating stand out

[@davidrosenblum2178]

Jody, that looks amazing! As modded it actually makes me covet an SKX!

[@charliedoyle118]

Excellent outcome! That watch pops now.

[@chillon2922X]

Man, thanks for that video. Now everything looks manageable!

[@dskztar9348]

This looks beautiful, i think there should be an update of the SKX line with these same specs, and maybe some different dial colors. Great job sir.

[@maddingo]

I had a SKX with a wrecked 7s26.. I swapped in a NH36 (keeping stock dial / hands..etc) wasn't too hard.. the tip I saw that really helped me.. I was having the devil's own time with the seconds hand. Some watchmaker guy on youtube has a video about hands and he puts a tiny amount of rodico on the tip of the hand-setting tool and picking the seconds hands up with it and then positioning the seconds hand that way.. after 20minutes of frustration got it on the 1st go with the rodico on tip of setting tool approach... stem wasn't too bad.. All in all very happy to have my SKX009 running again, keeping great time as well.

[@miketaylor7678]

Excellent demonstration mate!

[@GrapeApe74]

Wow, this was so unbelievably awesome!

[@stevenbennett3922]

Looks good. Well done I liked the process.

[@DM-rc4yu]

Agreed on hand pressing tools. I find I have a lot more control with these compared to a spring loaded tool.

[@refuse2lose1985]

After seeing this, I might switch to hand pushers, too. Spring loaded press is kind of inaccurate.

[@jamessmith6402]

Brave attempt well done looks great 👍 thanks Jody 😀

[@cheeseblog]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍 YOU ARE TO MODEST! I watch you’re videos even before I check out the news on BBC in the a.m.. A new fanboy.

[@DS-dd7vf]

Well done! Thinking about doing an nh36 mod myself, but I fear putting the hands back will cause permanent damage to my mental health...

[@tmf866]

Believe it or not, I've actually put in a set of hands on a watch with my bare fingers. (It was a cheap watch, I didn't really care if it got ruined, and was pleasantly surprised that it didn't. I wasn't actually modding it, the hands had come off.) It can be done, and it's not that horrible, the job just requires patience and you have to remember to do it in order.