'97 Seiko 5, destined for a mod and some TLC.

First day wearing this one, although it was delivered over a month ago. I got it for a pretty good price, and purchased it specifically for a future mod. I was looking for this case shape.

Initial inspection:

-The 7s26 is running, but I will have to watch it for a couple of days to see how well. It doesn't really matter, because the plan is to swap in an NH36. The quickset day is a little wonky, anyway.

-It's filthy, and could use a deep cleaning. I'll remove the previous owner's DNA, then attempt to refinish the case and bracelet.

-The hands and the indices have a little tarnish/dirt on them, but they will also be changed out, as well. I need to finish up my design for a custom dial. I was thinking about maybe using this dial on another mod. I really can't tell if it's gray or silver (The eBay listing said black in the description 😑😂).

So far, I'm enjoying it jingly-jangly old man goodness.

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Nice one, good luck with your project 👍

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Marc27

Nice one, good luck with your project 👍

Thank you, I need to get cracking on it.

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Looking forward to the pics of the finished item Lawrence! 👍🏻