So... I've had a bit of fun with this Seiko 5 SNXS that I've been working on for @Scooby
Initially it looked like a fairly standard refurbish and service. However, although the refurbish was relatively straightforward, other than the fitting of a new date window frame, the service of the 7S26 movement was anything but.
I'm not sure who'd been in there before me but it was a mess, a complete mess. There were numerous broken parts and it had been put back together very poorly, possibly by someone who was riding a lion at the same time. Despite repairing or replacing many parts I couldn't get it running very well at all. So... drastic action required.
The solution.. take the 7S26C movement out of my SKX009 as a donor... I know... how good am I? I dropped that in the SNXS and put it all back together. And now it's running like a good 'un.
So what of my SKX? Well I bought an NH36 (hacking, handwinding) movement and have fitted that as a mod/upgrade. It's not a straight swap but it's not difficult to do. It's looking good and running well.
Now.. the keener eyed amongst you (or just those of you who've managed to stay awake this long) will notice the crown is a little ... plastic. I have a new one on order and will fit when it arrives.
So... all told an interesting little refurb that ended up with an upgraded SKX as a by product.
Hopefully, young Scoob will be happy with it... the SNXS that is... I'm not sure he'll be that bothered about my SKX.
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Cool!! That’s awesome! I hope I don’t have to send you my watch to actually fix 😂
If you want a job done right trust a Welshman. I still can't get over how well that clasp has cleaned up. You've done a right good job there mate thank you
If you want a job done right trust a Welshman. I still can't get over how well that clasp has cleaned up. You've done a right good job there mate thank you
Cheers fella. Not sure us Welsh deserve the unilateral trustworthy status mind. 🤣
This cracked me up:-
"I still can't get over how well that clasp has cleaned up."
Never mind all that crap about the movement... look at that clasp 🤣
Great work on both and nice upgrade on the SKX
Great job boy-yo, your work is outstanding 💯
Great job boy-yo, your work is outstanding 💯
Hi Tony how’s the weather over the ditch I hope your not flooded out stay dry over in the big land. Your Wallabies did win 👍
Thanks mate 🙏
It would take a miracle to flood where I'am in the mountains but I appreciate your concern and well wishes.
Hi Tony how’s the weather over the ditch I hope your not flooded out stay dry over in the big land. Your Wallabies did win 👍
Nice to see 14 Wallabies do a job on England. We won't mention the South Africa vs Wales game. #SnatchedDefeat
Gorgeous! Stay out of St. Ann's with that though @Scooby , looks a bit TOO nice for some bits of Nottingham 😆
Gorgeous! Stay out of St. Ann's with that though @Scooby , looks a bit TOO nice for some bits of Nottingham 😆
Darlin', a bleeding F91w is too nice for St Ann's 🤣
Nice to see 14 Wallabies do a job on England. We won't mention the South Africa vs Wales game. #SnatchedDefeat
Wales look good should be a good series bit unlucky in that 1st game loss. Wallabies should take the series v England
If you want a job done right trust a Welshman. I still can't get over how well that clasp has cleaned up. You've done a right good job there mate thank you
I'm with @Scooby on this one. The bracelet of a watch is just so so important. @Gasworks How long did you spend on the bracelet for my Seiko 5 in the end?? 🤔
I'm with @Scooby on this one. The bracelet of a watch is just so so important. @Gasworks How long did you spend on the bracelet for my Seiko 5 in the end?? 🤔
If it had one I'd have restored it. I can't restore what isn't there. I'm not that good.
If it had one I'd have restored it. I can't restore what isn't there. I'm not that good.
You just wanted to keep the shiny shiny all for yourself didn't you? DIDNT YOU?!