How do you improve on perfection?
For me, the Seiko SKX013 is nearly perfect: the right size, design, history, etc. So how do you improve on perfection?
I switched the original bracelet with one from Strapcode (solid links, etc) and replaced the bezel with a fully lumed ceramic one from Long Island Watch.
The result is a watch that still looks almost exactly ike the original but with subtle upgrades.
Do you have any watch mods you're proud of?
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Miguel
Watch hobbyist and collector from Singapore. More watch photos on Instagram @twolfwatches
Singapore
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6.50” / 16.51 cm
Looks like you figured out how to improve on perfection!
I wore an 013 everyday for years and the only thing that ever made it better was that bracelet. It’s a beast and it looks great! Other than that, single-pass Zulu straps are incredible on that watch and what I use most of the time. I’ve had mine too long to want to mod it now but I do love that lume. Nice Work!
Here’s the Strapcode on my 015
The real OG
The time teller on YouTube mentioned a possible citizen red placement for this model on his latest vid. Very nice.
I also slapped a ceramic bezel insert on my SRPD - greatly prefer the material, although I can't make up my mind whether I prefer the non-stock colourway I went with. (Brown and gold looks handsome enough, but it now has kind of a blingy streetwear feeling that doesn't match my typical dress.)
It's incredible how endless the aftermarket possibilities are! Although I think total overhaul mods are really funny, I prefer parts that keep everything looking like a Seiko dive watch. Improvement on perfection indeed.