I think for watches below RM 1500, modding it may bring much joy. Seiko 5 is one of the most modded watch I believe, and those look very cool indeed.

But I think building own watch is even cooler, especially some parts are quite easy to get, like the miyota movement.

any suggested seiko moders in PJ area?
looking for new second hand and bezel insert for my sumo

Got any second hand you like in particular from existing watch brand?

Yea.

Lol. Okay. Now I get what sort of second hands you like.

And Seiko's lume is definitely one of the best I have seen. Here is my one and only Seiko 5.



When I saw how other people modding the seikos, and see how some people source parts and build their watch from scratch, it makes me dream to do a custom 18k white gold watch, with 12 GIA/AGS graded diamonds, together with a Swiss movement.

Considering how those luxury watches are selling such watches at a hefty 6 digit price, in reality, if we really DIY it with the right materials, the cost should be less than 100k (including the machines needed to do the necessary work, like a good 3D printer, learning how to use lost wax casting to turn the 3D watch case into a real thing). Can save more if I engage a jeweller to materialize my design for me as I don't have to buy any machines or rent a bench for the custom jewellery work. If I outsource this part of the work, I am predicting the cost to be less than RM 50k.

And I have to say the diamonds are natural and will be individually picked and comes with all the performance images and graded by highly reputable lab.

The hands will be aftermarket. I am sure we can find something interesting. If not, then maybe again, we can put the 3D printer to good use.

As for the strap, if using a chain bracelet, it will be something aftermarket as well. If using leather strap, then I think locally in Malaysia, we have some good leather goods artisan, and I might use lamb skin just for its uniqueness, but may change my mind as it is probably too delicate.

With that, I will have a heirloom for my son. Cos cannot afford “You never actually own a Patek Philippe. You merely look after it for the next generation.”

Ok, end of day dreaming. Horology is an expensive hobby. Something I cannot afford as of now. Thanks for your time.

More like a dress watch. But now that you mention it, will explore further on "getting it into water".

You mod that gshock yourself?

You sure have deep pockets lol.

Today I came across this article
https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-modifier...es-wildman-nyc/

The videos are quite well produced

I discovered the whole seiko mod thing last year and right now have to physically restrain myself from getting a stealth modded SRPD79K1 😅

These seiko 5s take modding so well its almost an art form