YouTubers LIED TO ME!!! (Seiko's $100 ROLEX KILLER - SNXS77)
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Another SEIKO 5 review : th-cam.com/video/tIQR7K00Zjo/w-d-xo.html (THE SNKK87) My old fav Seiko 5! There will be new 36.5mm Seiko 5's coming out this year!
Does the case back have to be specifically for 7S26-3040. If not, how can I find out which other reference numbers would fit?
@escapementwatch: pls suggest case size for this Seiko snxs...pls give us link to buy new case. My case is damaged and want to replace it.
No one put it the way that you did and no one shows the work on the bench and comparissons as you do man! You are amazing and I am glad that I found your channel... Thank you and looking forward for more awesome work!
This a great spin on the snxs videos. Love your additional mods. It’s a very good point to making a true value rolex alternative. I have the white dial and dark grey and I love them! I just put them on nice leather straps. I’d love to do the Crystal/movement upgrade but not sure I have the skills. Don’t want to break them! 😅. Maybe I’ll do the case back. But the height doesn’t bother me too much.
Seiko could easily make these changes and charge $300 for the watch. It would be a good replacement for SARB033.
No way they would charge less than 450
@@Pspet You don't even get sapphire with a $300+ Prospex. I just ordered a SNXS73 from Jomashop, but I don't plan on doing any mods to it. I have told myself I would never waste my money on an overpriced, under-spec'd Seiko (especially the new 5s that cost $180+). I can overlook the lack of handwinding and hacking on an original $110 Seiko 5 with 7s26.
thye could change production ...
The watch world is full of scammers and scumbags.
Rolex is the biggest scammer of them all. A $700 made watch for a few hundred thousand.
As a 16600 Sea-Dweller owner, I can tell you the SD after 12 years or so of daily use won't be accurate and will need (expensive) service and maintenance. To be honest Im not inclined to spend so much to maintain a Rolex. A Seiko 5 is a good value proposition the same way a Camry is more bang for buck than a premium German car. But you might want to fit better suspension, soundproofing, etc. It's all about what you want and need. I enjoyed this video and especially how the watch got "hotrodded". I want one too!
My Seiko 5 Actus (same like yours) is 40 years old and i serviced it for the 1st time 1 year ago. The man who serviced it did a great job. It looks like new again. Accuracy around +10 seconds/day and it is a beauty to watch its sweeping second hand moving. what a great video
I have a collection of vintage Seiko 5's adn the ones that have been serviced keep great time. I stopped collecting them becasue I was buying like new 40-year-old watches I was too scared to wear as I knew I would scratch them to bits.
Well done. I contemplated this one for a long time. Until now, mods always replaced the case, even though only swapping the caseback is needed.
I can’t believe Seiko didn’t think to do this on their own lol. For some reason this brand loves excessively thick casebacks, even on their GS models.
An yet there as popular as ever. It's a Seiko thing nothing wrong with that in my book . Good you have other options.. Huh
What do you expect from a watch of this price.
@@OpheliaNL plenty of other Seiko 5 models have normal casebacks that don't bulge out like this. It wouldn't have cost them any more to outfit this watch with a thinner caseback that offered a nicer wearing experience.
@@SunsetSheen probably it's just their marketing so their watches are bought at any price points..
they don't even have pretty movements back there!
well, I am not sure about "Rolex Alternative" but you successfully turned a layman into a "watch guy." Thanks bud for a quality, technical, professional, and above all, a moral analysis of "TH-cam University's" claim.
I just added this jubilee bracelet to my Seiko SNXS77 and it looks incredible. I wasn't wearing this watch much for the last year and now I think I'm gonna wear it every day.
That caseback made a HUGE difference.
Never seen any of your videos, but boy did you get my attention! You are truly on another level.
Subscribed!
Wow, thanks!
Hey, thanks so much for the video! I did all the mods except for the hacking movement upgrade, which was too advanced for me. I also didn't want to drop a lot of cash on nice tools, so I just got a $20 press kit on Amazon, which came with caseback remover tools as well as protective film. The kit was definitely not the same quality as the tools in the video, but for a one-time use, it was great. I just needed to ensure that I was intentional and slow with all of my movements and that even pressure was being applied at all times - nothing forced. It was my first time modding, and it was so much fun - waiting for all of the individual parts to come and seeing the watch transform made me feel like a kid waiting for Christmas presents.
For me, the biggest impacts in order were 1. bracelet, 2. caseback, and 3. sapphire glass upgrade. I would do all of them, though: the bracelet is a game-changer in terms of look and feel. Though, I could almost argue that the caseback change was more impactful than the bracelet (almost;)). At least in terms of comfort. I had to wait 3 weeks for it to come in from Spain, and it was the last piece, so I wore the watch with the original one for that time. I was genuinely surprised by how much more comfortable it became and obviously looked better too. I know that in the video, you tried to give several angles, and you can tell the difference, but you feel it so much more after wearing the original for 3 weeks and then switching it. The see-through glass back would also annoyingly stick to my skin throughout the day.
I couldn't find a 7S26-3040 caseback, but after some Reddit research and messaging individual vintage caseback sellers on eBay, I learned that the 7009 caseback works just as well. For those of you who are stuck looking for casebacks, I got this 7009-3040 on eBay - www.ebay.ca/itm/134694078939. I used the original gasket, which fit snug and can still hear the automatic movement having plenty of room to wind. Looks like the seller still has a few. Based on a few chats with vintage watch parts sellers, 7S26-3040, 7S26-3160, 7S26-8760, 7009-3040, 7009-3160, and 7009-8760 should all work. Again, I can only confirm that for the 7009-3040.
And finally, even though the glass upgrade is in number 3 for me, you can tell that it's on, and it elevates the watch with extra clarity and shine.
Thanks again for making this video! Changing everything myself made the watch way more special to me.
Very helpful! You did all the upgrades I want to do on mine. Wasn't sure if the NH36 movement would fit with the slimmer case back as it is 0,5mm thicker. Thanks for good content!
yes the double dome sapphire makes it possible.
Is it not possible with the flat sapphire?@@EscapementWatch
Banging movement the NH35/6/8 etc, cheap and capable of excellent performance as long as you don't mind the thickness. I've got a few and most run incredibly well given the price. More of a diver guy but after your subtle tickle , the wrist presence was improved significantly, not to mention that excellent time keeping.
Il movimento non è un NH35,ma il 7s26
That was terrific! Awesome improvement! So happy I found your channel! Thank you for this inspiring video!
You are so welcome!
What an awesome video! Your attention to detail is truly incredible. Really enjoyed watching this. Congrats on a great job!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Damn, you are a true watch enthusiast. Love your seiko 5 watch improvement content. Can't wait to see another similar videos.
'Hat Tip' to you Sir! I'd not seen one of your videos before and had just watched the videos you cite at the beginning. I was watching your intro thinking 'I think you're being overly critical' I DID NOT see your modifications coming! Very impressed and now subscribed.
Thank you for this Video i've got the older Version of this watch, which isn't running great anymore, i was always wondering if i can swap the movement over.
Great effort!... finally I can agree with the budget rolex alternative. Tasteful and highly functional mods. Class video 🍻
Much appreciated!
I have this watch and after seeing this video, I am motivated to work on mine. Thanks and great video!
I love what you did with it :) Once my hardlex gets scratched up Ill definitely look into adding a sapphire crystal since I didnt realize they could be had so cheaply lol
The removal of the heinous glass case back and replacing it with a OEM SEIKO steel caseback is Genius. I did the same with all my SEIKO 5 - SEA URCHIN and SNKL23.
Bro I love your channel and your creativity is amazing
Very nice! Glad you enjoy!
Agreed those case backs are terrible.
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God Bless.
Bought one on ebay a few years back brand new £30. Never thought of it as a Rolex alternative but its a nice watch. Don't doubt the mods were worth doing especially the Sapphire as I've changed the hardlex once already, unable to find a suitable sapphire but I'll be looking again. Great video
sapphire is from monsterwatches. check link in description. He has flat or dome with blue ar or clear ar coatings.
G'day. Yeah I did this a couple of years ago to my Seiko 5 SNX805K field with the Grey/Blue dial. I also replaced the hands with Cathedrals & a lume tipped Red second sweep. I brushed the case as I had worn it as my beater (& swam with it) for about ten? years & it was badly scarred. The other difference is that I reduced the thickness of the Sapphire from 1.5ml to 1ml so that the bezel would act as a "hood" & offer even more scratch protection to the crystal. Of course, I renewed all gaskets as well.
Dimensions are: 42.5mm x 37mm x10.5mm & 19mm lug to lug. If it had 100m WR instead of 30m, it would outclass many...even most, in the under $500.00 range . I love it to bits & it stands up to anything I put it through. The Superluminova is still fabulous even after all this time.
Just love what you do...thank you of the content.
If I had access to the same tools you did, I would die a happy man. I use to botch my seiko 5s with a bunch of DIY projects. Had so much fun replacing dials and hands. It always took forever to get my little parts tho. Shout out to yobokies for getting me into modding my own stuff. Love your channel.
I considered some of those mods to my snxs77 as it was my first watch. In the end I resigned as I couldn't find the matching bracelet as the ones offered earlier by rolamy would not fit perfectly and required to have gaps or use original end link. Then this case back that I had no idea I could replace so easily. And the sapphire that I could not find with my limited knowledge on how to measure this stuff etc. I didn't change a thing...and there comes you with this awesome video like 2 year later when I already gave up. I'm gonna do all those mods and get some required tools as I was considering trying out the watchmaking hobby and this might be an awesome start and deciding if I enjoy this before I try something more serious. Video of the year for me! :) Thanks!
any jewl shop can do that.
I love Seiko, great history, great movements and fantastic range from Seiko 5 to prospex, presage, GS, but they sooo need to deal with QC issues 😢, absolutely great video subscribed
they have seko king and a 1920 seikosha imitation, but i did buy na old orient banbino ...couldnt resit to have some mods.blueish old 1910 style hands, on the pearl dial is just out of this world
Bought one a while back and ended up selling soon after purely because of how high it sat on my wrist due to the case back. Felt and looked like a ufo
Just buy a slim case back, that’s the beauty of Seiko 5’s
It’s a killer of a watch! For the price it’s hard pass!! Just get slim case as noted. I prefer slightly high profile as it is not to much for me.
I thought that would be one of if not the biggest issues with this model and from the looks it's is definitely one of them it's really unfortunate but they have soo many different case shapes with the same and different dials so I believe one of the more curved lugged models with this or a couple other dial options at the price it is still good I just wouldn't opt for the ufo style case and would be nice idea to upgrade the bracelet if possible and ya got a nice little watch. Seiko 5 is still a solid offer and holds its own in this category as the options are quite endless just takes some time to find the one that suits one exact preference IMHO.
It'd be nice if they made the correct changes and offered it at a realistic price but it does work nice as a mod base as well too. My preference is that exact dial and the other similar one housed in a proper oyster case and proper bracelet and sapphire be icing on the cake. Your review is very valuable and appreciate the video. All the best brother.
where did you source the flatter caseback from? Thanks
Great swap with the caseback. To answer: YES. You can clearly tell the after sits much more flush and more naturally on your wrist.
Edit: great vid, thanks for uploading.
👍 + -new sub- (I was already subbed 🤷🏼) Edit 2: FIRST mod to any Seiko: scrap their afterthought, hollow endlinks, pressed clasp weak ass brac. Nice swap, clean mod. 👑
I put an Uncle Seiko bracelet on mine and love it. Would love to swap the crystal for sapphire at some point, but figured I'd do that AFTER the hardlex has some scratches to justify replacing. Does anyone know if somone makes signed crowns that fit this watch? I know they do for the SKX, but couldn't find any for this one and I'd love that!
well , i have a vintagge seiko from 1981 and replaced its back with a glass back to look modern ! ( new one doesnt look good ) can i put that nh38 in it ? ( its a 6309 )
I did the same upgrades movement and crystal upgrades to my Seiko SNZG 11. Worth every penny.
the case back and changes did make a difference! Thanks.
Hey man!! Can u tell me if the same components (bracelet and sapphire) should fit a snkl? Are snkl and snxs identical, excluding the dial of course?
Saw this watch today, and I honestly believed the bracelet is low quality also the back. Glad to see you improved it, looks amazing. Unfortunately I am not able to do those improvements here in my country.
Now i know, Seiko can be upgraded. TH-cam algo brought me here. Thank you for the great content!
@Escapement & Watch Does the case back have to be specifically for 7S26-3040. If not, how can I find out which other reference numbers would fit?
i recently bought 2. one black and one blue and def in love with the look and feel of the watch. sure the bracelet rattles and feels cheap but what else do you expect.
WOOOW! What a transformation!! Damn, I want that watch now (your version, in blue :D)
Where did you get the caseback?
Is it possible to change the case back to a shallower display case back?
Great mod, I love my stock snxs79 as it is, but these changes would definitely make me love it more.
Totally agree
@@EscapementWatch where can i buy the case back?
This upgrade is a real art and I love it ❤ Btw what case model can be used to do the upgrade?
It's my first automatic watch and I love it. Sure, the bracelet feels like the og casio bracelet and its really small and thick, but for a 120€ beater automatic you cant complain.
Agree .. i have had mine for a year now and bought it as a beater but sometimes i just look at it and am afraid of scratching it XD
I love what you did to this Seiko. It looks amazing. I wore a Seiko 5 for over 15 years bought it in the late 90s and I loved it. I think the watch is perfect as is. Especially if you are on a budget. always set it five minutes ahead and the watch still keeps good time. Nowadays I use my cell phone to tell time.
I have just brought this watch. Would you consider make the changes to it if I shipped it too you? Or do you sell the 'upgraded' versions yourself? Many thanks ( P.S. I only just found your channel and I love it )
This video was so amazing. Excellent work! Now that watch rules.
I'd buy this version for $300 if Seiko offered it
If seiko made this today I think they would charge $499 now a days
Moon swatch reverse lol
Any sapphire crystal automatic from Seiko would be $500+
@@sensaznaleven alot of the prospex line at that price still have hardlex
Seiko is really awful as of late
@sensaznal I got a seiko quartz perpetual calendar with a sapphire crystal for 225. It's not a new release from seiko and I'm not sure if it's discontinued (thus the price).
Not what I expected, gotta be honest. But super cool content! Love that you even exchanged the movement, thats dedication :)
I love that SNXSs and have a rare SNXS81. Put the same bracelet on it. Such great watches. Can not understand why Seiko is not releasing the new versions of this. Imagine 1000 dial colors :) still a Tiffany dial would be the winner next to a Safron, Red, Emerald or Lightblue. I am a dreamer.
Respect, well played mate. You upped the game on the "Rolex killer." Cheers 👍
The seiko 5 are great watches at their price point. However, calling them Rolex killers is just crazy. They’re not even in the same realm.
Toyota Corolla - MERECEDES KILLER
Toyotas are Mercedes killer. Talk to someone who works at Mercedes, you will be surprised.
They are obviously better than Rolex.
My eldest son, would wholeheartedly agree!
Bro i hawe seiko 5
55years old and it is not 1 second latening men that is miracle for that money
I have this watch and am in absolute love with it. I have a very small wrist yet the watch still looks pretty normal to me on my wrist. I definitely think the adjustment you made to the case back makes it look better, but I personally wouldn't take the time and effort to switch it. I replaced the original bracelet with a jubilee bracelet and the watch is perfect. I do want to change out the hardlex with a sapphire crystal at some point tho
Great to hear!
@Escapement & Watch Love your content and appreciate all the efforts you make in communicating with your viewers. Look forward for the future content to come!
where did you buy the jubilee? i am looking for one
@valentinmeyer check the link in the description
@@EscapementWatch Where did you buy the caseback?
Im looking for a signed crown for my snk355. I think its the same size as on this one.. but I only find mostly skx style crowns... the closest thing that looks compatible is the snzf style crown but I dont find info on diameter.. any Tips on this?
Hi can you give me the reference of the new case u put on the back ? Thanks
Do you need a crystal press for to install the crystal? On monster watches website when looking at the fluted bezels he sells it sounded like you don’t need a press and can do by hand?
I don't think you can do it by hand. I have had some people message having troubles pressing it down even with a press.
@@EscapementWatch ah ok thanks a lot for the quick reply!!
Nice! Quick question... I want to buy that clasp but Rolamy offers 2 kinds... which one should get for my previously bought oyster style Rolamy bracelet?
I bought both. The lift lock OP style isn't great, flimsy and doesn't close good. The flip lock (like the one in the video) is a bit better. A replica high end rolex clasp would fit on these bracelets, if you want to level up the bracelet even more, but that is about 150usd for the whole bracelet from a rolex clone factory custom order. I asked them they wont sell the clasp alone, sadly!
hi! where i can buy the watch with that changes, can i buy you? because i dont want to buy it an then do myself all the modifications, thanks!
Would the watch band fit on a SNXJ94 Seiko 5? I wanted to replace my band with that.
I’m currently trying to do the crystal swap, and have successfully got the bezel off and put the sapphire in place but I can’t seem to press the bezel back on! Have you any advice?Thank you
If you do not have a wide enough Crystal die you can try the rectangular shape ones and just push it down on the edges don't push down on the crystal.
@@EscapementWatchthanks, I’ve tried and tried and bezel just will not go back in. I’ve even taken it to my local watchmaker who refused to fit the supplied crystal so I’m absolutely stuck, and it looks like one of my favourite watches is now destined for the dust bin. I am truly gutted.
I live in North Carolina . Any idea where I could send my watch to someone who’d modify it the way you did? Very striking modification
where I can find the case back?
Thanks for doing and showing it! How long did it take you to make all the changes? Would I be able to pay you for making this changes to the Seiko?
Its very cool upgrades man. Congrats for the channel.
Thanks, and glad you like the upgrades!
do you do comissioned work?
Great video, loved it! M watch and bracelet are already on the way. Do you have any suggestions for caseback replacements? I don't see a link for a one.
eBay search 7s26-3040 case back
ooo i need to change back case how to find this old back of this watch?
Good work and worthwhile upgrades!
It sure is!
I bought a Seiko snk601 just for the dial. I removed the hands and dial and placed them in a srpe51. Perfect fit. Did an upgrade with a sapphire crystal.
Did you manage to match the chapter ring?
@@EscapementWatch I purchased the crystal and a brushed chapter ring from namokiMODS.
What size caseback gasket for the new caseback? I'm trying to use a 7009-3040. I think 29mm will work, but not sure about gasket thickness.
I tested the water resistance with the original case back gasket and it worked fine. So just use the gasket that came with the original watch.
@@EscapementWatch I really appreciate the response! That is what I'll do. I couldn't find a 7s26 3040, but the old 7009 3040. I'll probably replace the crystal once I get my use out of this one. I'll use your video as a reference. Thanks again!!
Do you sell these upgraded watches?
Is there a cheaper way to open this caseback? Also when ordering a flatter one which kind are we looking for? Is it a certain measurement?
some people like to use caseback ball amzn.to/43npUBW It can work well if it is not to tight from factory
Great video. Makes total sense and nothing too crazy to do. The thinkers watch channel this one methinks.
I have a Seiko 5 bumper automatic from the 70ties in my collection. Best watch ever! Accurate, after all these years of service. I think every watch collector should have one in their collection.
Dónde puedo comprar este reloj ya modificado?
Hi, Great video. Can you help me decide? In your opinion, which crystal suits the watch better: flat or double domed? Thanks.
Thanks 🙏 I'd go domed!
Thanks 🙏 I'd go domed!
My thoughts: very nice upgrades and final watch. Nicely done!
The real fun is if Seiko can provide a $150 Rolex alternative with sapphire crystal, Rolex type bracelet, and great movement. INSTEAD of providing another watch named Grand Seiko with $20000 price tag.
The one I had was old enough that it came with the solid caseback. I probably should have put a new movement in it instead of selling it when I didn't think it was worth what a watchmaker would've charged to repair it, and I had no idea you could get a hacking Seiko movement for just $30. I will probably buy another before they disappear completely. I'm glad to read in the pinned comment that Seiko will be releasing some 36mm "5" Automatics soon, as this is a good size for my rather slender wrist. They should consider bringing back the solid steel caseback, at least as an option, as well as the old metallic "5" badge, as the display caseback and the new, printed "5" logo are both pretty hideous. Besides, these workhorse movements aren't complicated or decorated enough to justify showing them off through Hardlex glass.
Great mods! Mind if I ask where you got the replacement caseback?
Same question here :)
how much will in average on a watch specialist tech for the labor cost be for this upgrades? Thanks!
100-150 is my guess
I changed the crystal and bracelet and it does make a huge difference the dial really pops now, I really like it but its no Rolex rival. Nobody is likely to rob me in the streel for my Seiko.
I'm thinking of fitting a sapphire crystal to my '79', but can't decide on domed or flat. Which would you recommend?
dome all the way! The flat also has issues with clearance if you do the movement upgrade.
@@EscapementWatch then you’ve made my mind up, thank you!
I bought a sapphire crystal to upgrade the hardlex and bought a nice 19mm leather strap to go with it. Are you able to provide the link to where you bought the case back please? I just loved your video as my SNXS79 is one of my fave watches😊
search ebay for (7s26-3040 seiko case back) You may have to wait for one to become available. Just check every week or so.
@@EscapementWatch already did and ordered! I wish I’d known about this earlier. Just genius! Thank you so much for the help and the video mate
Coincidentally had a snxs73 and jubilee bracelet on order. Ended up sourcing the same case back as well as crystal, and opted for a fluted bezel. Will probably yank a 4R36 out of a watch I don’t wear and throw it in also. Great video!
Where did you get the fluted bezel?
@@visionsoflacrosse any update and or pictures? Interested buddy.
Does the rotor make louder noises after swapping the caseback?
Nope
@@EscapementWatchThanks for your reply, but is the 7s26-3040 the only caseback that fits on this watch? I installed a 7s26-3110 and it seems too tight for this movement😢
no there is a handful that should fit. But the one I used with the lion is from the original 1990s watch. So that is why it fits perfect.
Any suggestions for the best jubilee bracelet for a Casio Duro and link to product?
This one: s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_DFkHsgN
Amazing watch. It has remarkable precision.
I've been using it daily for over 10 years. As it is cheaper than a ROLEx, the risk of using it is lower and with quality.
I only took it for cleaning once. I make internal adjustments myself.
Actually you are right about Oris not cleaning the underside of the crystal, I had this issue with my Oris Aquis
Done! I can confirm that my SNXS77 is very much improved!
amazing content. Do you think a 31mm*1.5mm would fit the snxs? And do you have the diameter of your caseback, please?
thanks. It should be 31x 1.8mm to fit like oem. caseback is 32x29.9mm
@@EscapementWatch thank you very much
Was a green dial version existing? I remembered a green version but I do not find it anymore on internet, anyone know smthg about it?
YES! Changing that case back was a necessary move! SO much better.
I’m amazed that you tune it to +/- 3 seconds, I wonder how long it stays that way ?
Hi, do you have a link for the case back?
New to your channel and I love how you modified the watch. I'd love to do the same with mine, but I can't find aftermarket solid casebacks specifically for the SNX anywhere. Are the SKX slim casebacks from namokimods or tokeilab compatible with the SNX? New to modding and I'm not sure how different the 7S26C movement is from the NH movements with grey spacer (I also don't know exactly what that is).
You have to check eBay for the case backs to pop up. search 7S26-3040 case back. I haven't tried the Namoki's slim skx case backs but it may fit. Use the same movement spacer (the grey that comes with the nh36). So no need to swap. When the case back is sealed it pushes up and on the movement spacer/holder. The reason why I used the original black one was because the watch it came from used the same, so I knew it would be perfect fit. They are only a hair different in size so it may not be too critical.
@@EscapementWatch I see. I'll keep checking eBay then. Thanks for the info!
No problem. I think the namoki slim wont fit in the end because the snxs has a unique weird case where the movement sticks out a bit more then normal. I tried other seiko 5 casebacks and there was always an issue with rotor touching.
@@EscapementWatch I see. I'll keep this in mind. Thanks!
Very interesting approach you have. Enjoyed it even though I have zero intention of owning such a watch :)
Fantastic tutorial. My hats off to you, Sir....
Glad you liked it