SKX: Never ceases to amaze

[DCheeta]

Originally Posted by Undefeatable

Love mine!
One very Seiko thing about mine...take a look at the chapter ring alignment. I bought this brand new, opened the box, and laughed at how bad the alignment was. I had to keep it just because of how off it was, never had a watch make me laugh when unboxing it. Not sure it could get any more off.

Hahaha, that’s awesome! You know it’s a genuine Seiko!

If that were any more off, it would be lined up again.

[Maxy]

Originally Posted by Stud Screw

Wow! An "error" watch! Probably worth big bucks...or not.

If it's not an error watch, probably it's fake. Alignment issue is Seiko trademark! Lol

[icnbne]

My favorite is the 013, absolutely a keeper

[Jeffwb65]

Originally Posted by SunTzu

My SKX slightly modded with OEM SKX007 insert and aftermarket OEM style black outlined hands. Removed all traces of gold. And on the heavy solid link upgraded bracelet. An absolute pleasure to wear. Hefty, perfect size, love the look, durable, pragmatic features and orange is my favorite color. I think it’s darn near perfect.





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This right here is what I've thought about for years. I like the orange matte dial on the SKX011, but not a fan of the gold accents. Yours is a perfect template for what I want in a mod. But with an Uncle Seiko z199 bracelet.

[SunTzu]

Originally Posted by Jeffwb65

This right here is what I've thought about for years. I like the orange matte dial on the SKX011, but not a fan of the gold accents. Yours is a perfect template for what I want in a mod. But with an Uncle Seiko z199 bracelet.

Thank you!

Go and get yours!


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[ddaly12]

Must have in any Seiko collection.

Love the Seiko jubilee.

Also pictured, SKX007 and SRPA21... both on aftermarket bracelets.




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[gnuyork]

OK I'm about to make an order... my instinct is to go with the black 007 but what was holding me back is the fact that I have the 777 Turtle (too similar), so maybe the 009 seems to make more sense. My only reservation is I'm not sure if I will like the blue dial.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by gnuyork

OK I'm about to make an order... my instinct is to go with the black 007 but what was holding me back is the fact that I have the 777 Turtle (too similar), so maybe the 009 seems to make more sense. My only reservation is I'm not sure if I will like the blue dial.

The blue dial is so dark it will look black most of the time, in case that sways you.
dP

[gnuyork]

Originally Posted by Dan Pierce

The blue dial is so dark it will look black most of the time, in case that sways you.
dP

009 ordered. If I don't like it (not likely) will exchange for the 007.

[Dan Pierce]

Originally Posted by gnuyork

009 ordered. If I don't like it (not likely) will exchange for the 007.

You're gonna like it.
dP

[chinaski]

Originally Posted by gnuyork

009 ordered. If I don't like it (not likely) will exchange for the 007.

Just purchased a used one via eBay, should arrive Saturday. Not my first SKX watch, but for a cheap mechanical beater, can't complain.

[AC_Rider]

I wore mine today on a Barton Elite Silicone. Make me happy every time I wear it.

[ethach11]

I got mine earlier this year and replaced the rubber straps with a bracelet from strapcode and it has been my daily wear ever since. This watch was my first introduction to the watch world. Its not much but its not gonna be leaving my collection anytime soon

[TimeLord2]

Originally Posted by SunTzu

My SKX slightly modded with OEM SKX007 insert and aftermarket OEM style black outlined hands. Removed all traces of gold. And on the heavy solid link upgraded bracelet. An absolute pleasure to wear. Hefty, perfect size, love the look, durable, pragmatic features and orange is my favorite color. I think it’s darn near perfect.

Mine is not an SKX, it's a 7548-7001 quartz precursor to the iconic shape from about 1980. I compromised on the bracelet a little as I had some credit on Amazon so I purchased the Endmill 22MM bracelet from Miltat. the difference is the endlink configuration, which I did notice but thought what the hell! I do love this bracelet but still like the endlink condition on the Uncle Seiko much more.

[SunTzu]

Originally Posted by TimeLord2

Mine is not an SKX, it's a 7548-7001 quartz precursor to the iconic shape from about 1980. I compromised on the bracelet a little as I had some credit on Amazon so I purchased the Endmill 22MM bracelet from Miltat. the difference is the endlink configuration, which I did notice but thought what the hell! I do love this bracelet but still like the endlink condition on the Uncle Seiko much more.

Looks great

That solid endlink on the Uncle Seiko is tops and cheaper than StrapCode.

[Galaga167]

^^ Uncle Seiko President.

[toxicavenger]

Originally Posted by AC_Rider

I wore mine today on a Barton Elite Silicone. Make me happy every time I wear it.

Hopefully you are not using the undersized quick release spring bars on your Seiko. Those things will fail.

[SunTzu]

Originally Posted by toxicavenger

Hopefully you are not using the undersized quick release spring bars on your Seiko. Those things will fail.

Amen.

Yes, those are crapola.

[TimeLord2]

Originally Posted by SunTzu

Looks great

That solid endlink on the Uncle Seiko is tops and cheaper than StrapCode.

Yeah, I had an Amazon coupon for $50 …

[chinaski]

Purchased this 009 from eBay last weekend, arrived yesterday. Not my first SKX Seiko, but I sold the last one many years ago as I got into higher end pieces. That said, glad to have one again. They are awesome watches.

[Dennisoul]

Love my 007 & 009.....crafter blue and Strapcode do some nice straps for the SKX.....so versatile, proper strap monsters..... the beauty is the pure simplicity of the design and the mechanics of these watches, look great and run forever...... and if you decide to sell they sell quick.


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[chinaski]

Originally Posted by Galaga167

^^ Uncle Seiko President.

Dude, this makes me want to buy a 007 with that Uncle Seiko Bracelet, that thing looks bad arse.

[AF_Rob]

Love this thing. I’ve worn it for weeks as of late. Holds its weight with pieces 20 times the price.

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[VincentG]

I call this my ghost pepsi SKX, it is circa 2004 and has led an interesting and hard life, it came to me after a friend passed last year.

[Galaga167]

Originally Posted by chinaski

Dude, this makes me want to buy a 007 with that Uncle Seiko Bracelet, that thing looks bad arse.

Thanks buddy. I wear it more than my Tudor Black Bay. It’s one of my favourites.

[Scout24]

New guy to the forum checking in with an 013. Love mine, growly rotor and all. Mine's on a canvas Barton. I saw the warning on the quick release pins above, does that apply to the Barton straps, the 007, or all the Seikos?

[gnuyork]

OK my 009 arrived yesterday. The pepsi is even better than I thought it would be. Except... chapter ring alignment (which I was prepared to accept as a normal thing) but what I can't accept is it seems the date is not centered in the aperture.

Is this normal for an SKX? or did I just get unlucky? My Turtle date is perfect and the chapter ring is out of alignment but not by much and is only noticed at the 6 O' clock index if you look for it.

[chinaski]

Originally Posted by gnuyork

OK my 009 arrived yesterday. The pepsi is even better than I thought it would be. Except... chapter ring alignment (which I was prepared to accept as a normal thing) but what I can't accept is it seems the date is not centered in the aperture.

Is this normal for an SKX? or did I just get unlucky? My Turtle date is perfect and the chapter ring is out of alignment but not by much and is only noticed at the 6 O' clock index if you look for it.

I wouldn't worry too much about that. It's a watch made by robots. You'll also notice the Day/Date doesn't change rapidly at midnight.

[Dennisoul]

Originally Posted by Scout24

New guy to the forum checking in with an 013. Love mine, growly rotor and all. Mine's on a canvas Barton. I saw the warning on the quick release pins above, does that apply to the Barton straps, the 007, or all the Seikos?

I take out all the quick release spring bars on any strap no matter what make and no matter what watch it’s going on.


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[brandrea]

Originally Posted by gnuyork

009 ordered. If I don't like it (not likely) will exchange for the 007.

Congratulations, I agree with Dan on the dial and that you’re going to love it