MODDING THE NEW SEIKO 5 SPORTS SRPD79 SBSA025 (SKX REPLACEMENT)

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I purchased the JDM SBSA025 version of the new Seiko 5 Sports "fashion diver" that is the replacement for the SKX line of Seiko divers and decided to mod it using one of my 4:44BLK SKX dive cases so that it would have the proper water-resistance with a screw down crown and also a few subtle upgrades. I think you'll all be happy with the end result. Enjoy!
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[@michaelmcconnell3777]

This guy does the BEST work and is a trusted horologist. Hire him, buy his watches, you won't be disappointed.

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Michael McConnell thanks Michael and Happy New Year!!!!

[@haralddekruijf8826]

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[@seraphimcombat4884]

How much do you charge ? I just got this watch

[@kingboyous]

Looks gorgeous - I like how you didn't play around w the aesthetic of the bezel. OEM is very nice & fitting. Honestly, for me, the lack of screwdown is appealing. I don't like unscrewing.

[@rikelbis1]

Nice video, id love to see a better camera angle (maybe from top) in the dissasembly part. Cheers.

[@marvinsmall5002]

So cool. Thank you. Its now a legit diver. So I can buy a 5 sports and modified it. No need to buy an old skx. 😊

[@Scrrumy]

I’ll be doing this mod once my 5 comes in. Except I’m gunna try finding a rare dial in a cool color to swap in for some added flare

[@TonyManero88]

I really enjoyed this video! You made the improvements that should come stock on this new diver. I hope upgrading these new references brings you a lot of business!

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Nathan Barnes thanks.

[@Rossi0489]

@@FourFortyFourPM Nice video what is your opinion of the new watch as I never own a skx as a durability for EDC and how thick is the glass tanks for the help😀

[@MaartenAnna]

Good looking watch mate!

[@ilov3plur]

The ceramic bezel and sapphire crystal really make it pop 🤩

[@davidnguyen7142]

Need better camera placement / angle / overhead view

[@klausi5028]

Definitly!

[@daveg1221]

he is deliberately using the angle during disassembly to hide how he do his mods :(

[@11fragram11]

What’s the point of a video of the back of your hands

[@akammer1000]

That looks awesome! Ive been wanting to see someone mod the blue version of this seiko 5 sport watch as well. See what they can come up with

[@josesanmartingarcia2250]

Excellent video, gorgeous watch!!

[@a_watch_enthusiast2149]

Great work and Awesome mod. I have the seiko 5 sport SRPD71K1 model what would be the best way to mod it to be more like the skx with the 200m, screwdriver crown, sapphire domed glass and ceramic insert

[@zulfikranzulmos4066]

Camera angle not very good.. Your hands get in the way..

[@davidhawkins8830]

Love that mod makes a real difference 👍 nice one

[@unbiasedreviews5978]

Good informative video but you need a better angle so it'll show what you're doing.

[@Vsakke]

Wow! That is cool watch

[@williamebert6047]

Love it

[@pstylez8034]

Bruh, u smashed it.

[@FourFortyFourPM]

P Stylez thanks

[@henningbergmann5494]

Love this

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Thanks.

[@seanlannin]

Beautiful work

[@El-AYE-Ra1s3d]

Shit is fucking clean bro 🔥

[@nunsc]

U got the japan model nice,

[@steven3379]

Just wondering why no minute markers on the new chapter ring, doesn't it need them to be "certified"? A very nice job either way!👍👍

[@M82RKY]

Great video mate👍I get why you would mod the SRPD and this looks awesome however..... Why not just buy a NH35/6 and build a SRPD clone from scratch? Case, movement, chapter ring, bezel, insert, case back, crown, hands and dial would have costed around $300 and this project would be pushing over $500.....the only part that is tricky to source is the face from the SRPD but surely there are some alternatives for a stealth build alternative. Seems a little pointless to me, all for a screw down crown? Also still not ISO certified🤔

[@bondpit8750]

Nice job. IMO, this is what Seiko should have done with the SKX, as an update, rather than introducing the desk diver SK5 with a look alike case. Now, they are left with a hole in their lineup as far as an entry level ISO 200m Diver. I guess that spot goes to the reintroduced Turtle, which I like, but the iconic SKX case was/is more versatile and wearable, thus it’s huge popularity over the many years it was offered. Maybe Seiko will reintroduce the SKX case in the Prospex lineup, as they’ve done with the Turtle and others.

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Will be interesting to see what they do.

[@QZDog123]

Great video… do you have a link for e bezel insert. Also, can I ask… how did you colour the pip in the insert? Thanks

[@matthew_bang]

Wish I could actually see what’s going on

[@junkyardparadise]

hi 444, Im try mod the same watch myself but is having a hard time removing the bezel without scratching it. Do you have any recommendation?

[@predragjo5977]

Hey man you said that the black movement spacer on the stock watch is bigger than the grey one on NH36 and that you will have to replace it in order to fit your case back with the extra lip but you kept the original black spacer until the end. Does it mean that the original black spacer for new Seiko 5's is the same dimensions as the grey one on NH36?

[@mitchellsumpter4807]

How about a listing of your preferred parts suppliers for those of us who prefer to do our own minor upgrades...thanks

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Mitchell Sumpter I have one listed on my website. Fourfortyfourpm.com

[@johntrinidad4091]

Looks great! Do you have a problem with the LumiBrite? I have this watch and mine doesn't glow unless I charge with lights. And then it glows, but still fades so fast.

[@waytoomany9997]

Great video, just subscribed. Do I replace only the stem if swapping this into my skx007 case ?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

baby wimpy rice no you would need an aftermarket crown as well so that it will have threads to screw down onto the case.

[@peteygnyc]

Is there ANY way to fix the line-up of the hands without doing what you did? It seems Seiko commonly has this issue, as I have it with both my Turtle watches. Also, what tool did you use to take the hands off?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Pete G yes you simply have to remove the hands using a presto band removal tool and replace using hand pressing tools.

[@jeremygonzales8865]

The bezel insert fits in the new bezel without any problems?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Yes

[@PedroRLima-df9kn]

I have a doubt. This seiko have a internal crown gasket?

[@johnpaulvillavicencio1733]

How much is that? I love it! ❤️🥰😍

[@99Zimbo]

Would it be possible to just change the ceramic bezel insert and keep the rest of the watch in its original form? So just changing one part or would I have to buy more stuff in order to change the bezel insert?

[@grantcoop]

Man you made that look easy! I'm sure it is difficult. Where can I email you to get a quote for a watch?

[@seanm3226]

How much?

[@issacsanchez5595]

Where did you found the dial, case and bezel insert. Its great

[@jerstolp1]

nice.. but where is the lume shot 😁

[@stevendee2831]

Can a 009 j version be made of this with monster bars for a nato strap? This ones real sweet tho i like the 009's dont know if they make a new 5 version with hacking or not

[@dogtagss04]

hi have a New Seiko 5 Sports - SRPD63K1 and i want to up grade the bezel into ceramic, and change the the glass into saphire .. is that possible to do it??

[@FourFortyFourPM]

jermy jeff dedal yes

[@Visitor555]

lol, he just make for what you ask on that video, did you watch the video or just come here to comment? damn stupidity on some people blows me away sometimes.

[@kennisrogers2585]

Hey man! To take the automatic out, did you just tap the top and it fall out? Nice video :)

[@vwellem]

so you think that the watch is now resistant to 200 m? :-)

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Uh, yeah. But I need a volunteer to take it down that far.

[@ignatzgoldberg7281]

You didn´t showed where to open the crown. I can not open it. Where is the push button?

[@jerstolp1]

same as any 7s. or nh35 /36. u just pop. it our dont pull all the way like to adjust time.. theres tons of vids watch 1 on swapping in a nh36

[@dcrump]

👍 nice

[@David0Izzy]

Is this watch still available for purchase? I'd be very interested in buying it

[@michaelangelo041191]

Sir may I ask if I can mod my seiko 5 sports and turn in into presage. I know where to buy the case and dial of presage. I'm transferring the 4r35b movement to the 40 mm case of presage and dial. Please respond.

[@TheKrisJChannel]

all hands

[@zoombie7148]

Super

[@adrianelsner4936]

perfect mod

[@Богдан77-в4з]

🔥 👍

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Thanks

[@Paidonthedaily]

WHERE CAN I BUY YOYR CASE????!

[@kagua2342]

Where can I get this case?? I will like to get the whole case

[@skywalker_anakin]

I hope for better camera angle 😆

[@Sad.YTbruh]

Its just a shame that seiko make the 4 o clock crown.. its one of the most beautifull dials i ever seen

[@JoannaJedrzejczyksForehead]

Will the oem case back fit the new case?

[@mstrwul1]

I may have missed it but is that an skx case

[@shidqy14]

Can i use an skx007 case instead?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Shidqy Rhaditya yes

[@bongdudugenio9947]

I presumed befor closing to final the watch pass pressure test never send the whole process....deferent way how (LIV Watch) is doing.

[@yopyopyop77]

Nice! What did you use to color the lume pip on the bezel insert?

[@BlueshellGamer]

Where to get your case???

[@jakubszefka6811]

Where can i buy ceramic bezel insert and other parts to make my version?

[@scaz83]

Why did you set the camera up so your hand blocks everything?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Because I’m not trying to make be a professional video maker. Just trying to share what I feel like sharing.

[@robielena9798]

How much would you sell something like this for and shipped to Canada?

[@ratchanonpiphatwong178]

ohhhhh so perfectly

[@guillermoduranlujan6983]

Was that luminous or not? Where do I contact you for a custom model ?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

GUILLERMO DURAN LUJAN Yes it is luminous. If you’re interested in having a custom mod built you can email me at [e-mail]

[@davidhunter9434]

What is the price to get a Seiko watch just like this? Thank you.

[@akammer1000]

When you replace the bezel insert, do you have to put the exon on first so that the 12 of the bezel insert matches the 12 on the chapter ring?

[@linovieira5260]

Hi i just want to ask you if you build watches for customers i have a seiko skx build in mind and i am looking for a watchmaker to get it done thanks

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Yes I do. Check the links in the description.

[@VM-sl5qh]

I bought brand new Seiko SRPE71k1, and bezel is soooo hard to rotate. Do you have an idea why is this happening? I mean, I bought from the Seiko official store in my country. Everything is okay except this bezel thing.

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Sometimes they are just tighter than others and will break in over time or sometimes they get worse. Unfortunately, you just have to hope you get a good one.

[@VM-sl5qh]

@@FourFortyFourPM thank you so much for the answer. Btw, your channel is really good!

[@SengLeeKoh]

The chapter ring does not fit into the new case?

[@plaha92]

is it still up for sale?

[@luqmanhakeem4723]

Is the original SBSA025 bezel insert for sale?

[@magnuman008]

how much do you charge if I wanted to mod mine?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Hi, to discuss having your watch modded please email me at [e-mail]

[@lukaastaa8702]

Where I can buy this strap?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Lukaa Staa Strapcode.com

[@stevec2569]

Oops, damn talk text. Is watch still for sale?

[@himanshuyadav8113]

Can anyone tell me what's the actual size of glass???

[@jessearista4803]

How much for this exact set up?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Email me at [e-mail]

[@robertwade8836]

Hey, Do you guys sell the gunmetal case for the SRPD65k1? I'd love to do this mod but need the correct case.

[@AyBi_Studio]

Where can I find a green cermaic bezel inserts for this watch?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

This bezel came from dlwwatches.com

[@albertogirani388]

@@FourFortyFourPM the bezel has the same dimension of the skx?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Alberto Girani yes

[@dimpfelmoser]

Will a Jubilee from SKX007 fit to this 5KX case?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Francoir Hugo Dimpfelmoser it should but you would need to change out the springbars.

[@DeanM4chine]

@@FourFortyFourPM I assume you need the curved springbars to fit the Crafter Blue band to the 5kx case as well?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

DeanM4chine yes but you also need to make sure the pins on the end of the springbar are the smaller size because the holes in the 5KX case are smaller than the holes in an SKX case.

[@DeanM4chine]

@@FourFortyFourPM Oh jeez. Any recommended place to buy some? Strapcode?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

DeanM4chine just bend the smaller tipped ones that come with the crafter blue strap by laying them in between two spoons and pressing them until curved. That’s what I did.

[@ArtashesPogosov]

Hi! Any body knows, is the turtle silicon strap 22 mm go with this model ?

[@shanemccray4050]

Is there a version made in Japan and another made elsewhere like with the SKZ007?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Yes, this is it.

[@stevec2569]

His watch still for sale?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

It has sold.

[@erikheier8534]

Do you use a skx glass?

[@karbonkevin919]

What crystal gasket did you use?

[@bondpit8750]

The right one for the SKX aftermarket case. The new Seiko “SK5” sports watches may look like an SKX ISO Diver but the case is different and they use a different crystal gasket.

[@robhepple9206]

You're obviously brilliant at modding but what's the point in putting out vids of the back of your hands and the watch often being off camera ?I was going to subscribe but not much point.

[@trafficface]

Here's how to do it, ✊✋👐🤚🤲. Such a shame because this could have been good.

[@trafficface]

PS your awesome.

[@v5565jl]

You got sell this?

[@zulfikranzulmos4066]

U skipped some of the process.. Why??

[@sethkube7423]

Looks purple in the thumbnail

[@wclow8973]

where did u get this JDM seiko5?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

wc low Skywatches

[@GangstasCat]

Change the pov of the camera - your hands block the view.

[@jeffreyalbarandorivera8595]

Do you want to sell your spare seiko sports 5 case?

[@FourFortyFourPM]

Jeffrey Albarando Rivera no, I’m going to use it for another mod.

[@Paidonthedaily]

looks too tacky with the pip imo

[@PepeDeezNutz]

Zero people here scuba dive.

[@mssm6159]

Where can i buy the case?