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Seiko Santos Mod - Parts List & Guide

Seiko Santos Mod: Parts List for a Classic Homage – 2026

If you’re searching for a Seiko Santos mod on a budget, this guide is perfect for beginners looking to build your own iconic square dress watch homage, inspired by the Cartier Santos. (Don’t want to build it buy it here) Similar to our popular Beginner’s Tool Kit, this is a curated list of compatible parts to create a reliable, stylish Seiko Powered Santos-style watch using affordable sources like AliExpress (with our affiliate links for easy Read more

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Vintage Seiko Submariner Mod - Build Parts List

Vintage Seiko Submariner Mod: An Awesome 5513-Style Beginner’s Parts List – 2026

If you’re searching for a vintage Seiko Submariner mod on a budget, this guide is ideal for beginners looking to build a classic dive watch inspired by the legendary Rolex 5513 reference. Like our popular Beginner’s Tool Kit and modern Submariner build guides, this is a curated list of compatible parts designed to work together seamlessly. This build focuses on vintage proportions, domed acrylic or sapphire crystals, aluminium bezels, and minimal dial text—capturing the timeless Read more

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Seiko Submariner Mod

Seiko Submariner Mod: Beginner’s Parts List for a Classic Homage Build -2026

If you’re searching for a Seiko Submariner mod on a budget, this guide is perfect for beginners looking to build your own iconic dive watch homage. Similar to our popular Beginner’s Tool Kit, this is a curated list of compatible parts to create a reliable, stylish Seiko Submariner-style watch using affordable sources like AliExpress (with our affiliate links for easy sourcing). Everything in this guide is intended to work together seamlessly for a straightforward assembly. Read more

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Seiko SKX Modding 2026

Seiko SKX & 5KX in 2026: Still the Best Watches for Modding?

As we move into 2026, Seiko modding continues to thrive—despite rising prices, discontinued models, and an ever-growing aftermarket. At the centre of this ongoing movement are two familiar names: the Seiko SKX and the Seiko 5 Sports “5KX”. But with so many new cases, movements, and SKX-style alternatives available, a common question keeps coming up: Are the SKX and 5KX still good choices for modding in 2026? The answer is yes—and for many modders, they Read more

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Important Notice from Seiko

Important Notice from Seiko – 2025- Seiko’s Official Warning on Counterfeits and Mods: A Wake-Up Call or Business as Usual for Seiko Modders?

Source – https://www.seikowatches.com/us-en/news/2025/importantnotice/20251006Important Notice from Seiko – Not legal advice. In a bold move that’s encouraged discussion among the watch modding community, Seiko Watch Corporation released an “Important Notice regarding Counterfeit and Modified SEIKO watches” on October 6, 2025. The statement blasts online sellers peddling fakes, scams, and—perhaps most controversially—”MOD watches” assembled with “fake or unauthorized components” masquerading as aftermarket parts. Seiko makes it crystal clear: they do not endorse any modifications, and these franken-watches Read more

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The Basic Toolkit for Pre-assembled Watch Cases

Budget & Premium Options for Every Builder. So, you’ve got a pre-assembled Seiko mod case, and you’re ready to bring your custom watch to life. Whether it’s your first build or your tenth, having the right tools makes all the difference. Below is a curated list of essential tools to assemble a watch from a pre-assembled case — with both premium and budget options for most tools, so you can build with confidence no matter Read more

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Seiko NH05

The Seiko NH05: A Fantastic Compact Mechanical Workhorse With True Seiko Heritage

Seiko NH05 – In the world of watch modding, movements often fall into two camps: rugged all-rounders like the NH35, and slim quartz modules for budget or size-sensitive builds. But for those of us chasing smaller, mechanical builds—especially under 32mm—there’s now a true alternative: the NH05. This movement has become the foundation for the rise of small-size Seiko mods, especially in the 26mm–31mm range. And it’s not just another generic TMI calibre. The NH05 has Read more

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Ladies Seiko mod

Ladies Seiko Mods – The Awesome NH05 Movement – Small Watch Modding in 2025

Ladies Seiko Mods – In 2025, small watches are officially back in style—and not just on the runways. The modding community is embracing the shift, with more options now available for ladies Seiko mods, sub-36mm builds, and vintage-sized customs. With rising demand and better supply, especially from AliExpress sellers, now is the perfect time to explore small Seiko modding. The NH05 / NH06 – A Compact Powerhouse with Seiko DNA The heart of the current Read more

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Ali Express Watches

Modifying Ali Express Watches – Branding, and the Blurred Lines of Seiko Modding-2025

Ali Express Watches – As the Seiko modding world grows, so does the range of parts and donor watches available to builders. One of the biggest shifts we’ve seen lately is the influx of affordable, relatively high-quality watches and components from AliExpress brands. Some of these watches have become a staple in the modding community — thanks to impressive specs, solid construction, and unbeatable prices. But with this growth also comes some important conversations around Read more

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