So, I saw someone say somewhere that a change in regulations now requires diver's watches to have lume on all 12 hours in order to call it a diver's watch. Change to ISO 6425? I can't find anything official on this topic.

Anyway, we&#03…

I just picked up an SSK001K1 GMT and really loving it! However, I went to put the watch on a NATO strap and realized the spring bars it came with for thr bracelet were not the 2.5mm and 1.1mm tipped ones I use in my SKX009. It seems the 1.1mm tips on t…

Been a Swiss collector snd buff for over 40 years. First Seiko other than a cheapie in middle school. Great forum!
Hoop

I'm refurbishing and servicing this this 6309-547A. All of the crystal databases don't list this specific model…. but from what I can tell, I think the crystal that would fit is the BA0W97LN00…

Has anyone dealt with this before? It seems…

Hey guys,

I’m doing a favor for a friend of mine. After many years lost, and much searching, he finally rediscovered his grandfather’s retirement watch.

In addition to finding out more about the watch in general for sentimental reasons, he is also c…

Hello Friends! I just did a little experiment that I think turned out well so I figured I'd share with anyone who might be interested. It is involving putting a stonewashed finish on a Seiko SNZG17. First of all, I know that a mod like this is …

Model ref search returned nothing.

Credor GBBY994

Just found here and here (©jdm_seiko_watch) – plenty of great and detailed images at both links

…

I found what I believe is a seiko skx007 for sale, but I’m confused on the configuration.
Im assuming they put an aftermarket bezel and bezel insert on it and im also assuming the bracelet is aftermarket as well because it’s an oyster. What threw me of…

It wasn’t until recently, after purchasing a Seiko Sumo, that I’ve came face to face with the 6R35 movement. The watch wasn’t new but it was in very good condition. Pick it up, took it home, cleaned the bracelet, gave it a good hand-wind and started to…

Hi – I have an opportunity to buy a 7 year old Seiko Arnie. Is it worth buying one that age? Or is a new one better. The one I have found is in great condition, with two metal shrouds and a mild at bracelet. Or would I be better going for a Seiko Sumo …