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Watch modding (modification) has become a subculture within the watch collecting world with a small but strong contingent of individuals making parts.
Do you love the case of the Seiko SKX779 "Monster" but hate the dial? No problem. You can order an aftermarket dial with a Sinn look. Want a new Submariner homage but don't like Mercedes hands? For a fraction of grabbing Rolex's ubiquitous diver, you can make your own Sub-lookalike for less than $300 with sword hands.
Seiko modded watches
Where does one start on this path to customisation? The king of watches to use as a basis for modding is the Seiko SKX007, the ISO-rated 200-metre dive watch that sells for just over or just under $200. Why is it the Honda Civic of modding watches? This model has the most aftermarket parts that fit.
The beauty of watch modding is that you can learn it yourself with a set of basic tools you can buy on eBay, or you can turn to one of the many experts vetted by the WatchUSeek.com forum community.
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